2020 hindsight
The impact of past decisions is frequently revealed by events in the present; mistakes and miscalculations often require time to “ripen.”... Continue
Guest editorial: Our local citizenship assistance program
Please help get the word out about a citizenship assistance program available here in Sonoma Valley to help qualified lawful permanent... Continue
Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus
DEAR EDITOR: I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, ‘If you see it in THE SUN it’s... Continue
News, gossip, and bullshit
It’s not easy knowing what to believe in this “post truth” era. Between news, gossip, and just plain bullshit circulating... Continue
Fires and power shutdowns: what have we learned?
That PG&E is ill-prepared to cope with periods of hot, windy weather is now painfully obvious. That the utility has spent its profits... Continue
Aliases and alter-egos running amok
With the popularity of the Internet came the rise of the use of aliases, and anonymous attacks using online comment systems and other... Continue
Homeless in Sonoma
Sonoma is a lovely little town that attracts visitors from around the world. They come here to enjoy our fine weather, pleasant parks,... Continue
A shameful City audit
The recently released audit of the City of Sonoma by the auditing firm of Richardson & Co. is nothing the City should be proud... Continue
What, we worry?
PG&E is planning to shut down electricity to the Sonoma Valley to prevent wildfires in the event of a major wind event that might... Continue
Does banning colors in schools actually prevent gang activity?
Guest editorial by Dean Szanyi | Student Reporter It is no secret that a certain number of young people attending Sonoma Valley High... Continue
