It’s been a heartbreaking two years, filled with hardship and loss,” Sen. Dodd said. “We will never forget those who did not survive this terrible pandemic. Nor will we forget the healthcare providers and frontline workers who risked everything to keep us safe and to... Continue
In mid-February, anticipating Russia’s threat to invade Ukraine, President Biden emphasized that the U.S. insists on basic principles: “Nations have a right to sovereignty and territorial integrity. They have the freedom to set their own course and choose with whom they will associate....to choose their... Continue
Embattled School Board trustee, accused of shady dealings on a construction project, implored to resign by past and present peers. A counter-offensive lawsuit over Brown Act violations. Open hostility and acrimony at public meetings. The histrionics are to the point that all players should get... Continue
As if the past several years have not been tough enough – dealing with a global pandemic, three City Council resignations, staffing problems, and truncated business hours – the City of Sonoma now must deal with the recent and unexpected departure of City Manager Garrett... Continue
Travelers along Highway 12 in Boyes Hot Springs may have noticed the first of many LED signs to be erected at local fire stations. The signs will will allow special messaging from the fire department, emergency managers, and the county. Examples: critical fire weather (Red... Continue
Sonoma Valley Hospital has named Benjamin J. Armfield as its new Chief Financial Officer. He replaces Ken Jensen, who recently retired. Most recently, he served as Chief Financial Officer for Community Health Partners, a new medical foundation in Fresno, California, affiliated with Community Health System. ... Continue
[Will Shonbrun and I] are c0-hosting an online meet and greet with Sheriff candidate for Sonoma County Sheriff, Carl Tennenbaum. Tuesday, March 8, 7 p.m. on Zoom. Carl Tennenbaum was born and raised in San Francisco, where he resided until his retirement from the San... Continue
Several dozen people responded to a social-media call for a rally on Sonoma Plaza today in support of Ukraine. The action decrying Russian aggression was greeted by honking horns from passing cars. Photos by Steve Meloan Continue
It is not an accident that Sonoma County remains geographically and racially separated, even in its schools, which remain as segregated as pre-civil rights era southern schools. Segregation today is the lasting legacy of federal, state, and local housing policies from the last century —... Continue
What does Mark DeMenno’s one-man protest want? An ‘E’. When does he want it? Now! DeMenno painted his face yellow, donned a cheese hat and yellow clothes, and roamed the sidewalk in front of the Sonoma Cheese Factory today, calling for owner Ken Mattson to... Continue