Led by Grand Marshal Roger Rhoten, Sonoma Valley once again celebrated our country's independence with its wonderful July 4th Parade. Sun editor David Bolling was there and took photos. Here are a few; you can find more in the paper - hitting the stands today! Continue

As Red Flag warnings for extreme heat remains active for our region through the weekend, the American Red Cross is asking residents of the Northern California Coastal Region to take three steps to stay safe: slow down, stay hydrated and spend time indoors. Heat is... Continue

Our severe risk of wildfires requires that NO fireworks be set off except those used during officially sanctioned events. During the Fourth of July celebration, the Sonoma County Sheriff's Department will be strictly enforcing the ban on all fireworks, including sparklers, within the unincorporated areas... Continue

Re: Initial Comments on Resubmittal of Eldridge Renewal LLC, SDC Development Application, File Number: PLP24-0005 Owner Name: State Of California  Summary: Resubmitted Proposed Development is Larger, Encroaches on Wildlife Corridor, Creates Climate Warming Urban Sprawl and Ignores De-Certification of Specific Plan and Environmental Impact Report... Continue

Sonoma County's Cooling Centers are open during the Extreme Heat of this week, however no cooling center open to the public in the City of Sonoma has been yet announced. Temperatures are forecast to top 100 degrees. Cooling centers: Cooling centers are air-conditioned public facilities... Continue

Crossing the Golden Gate Bridge is getting more expensive; tolls are being raised by 50-cents on July 1, and will rise each of the next four years. The Bridge District projects a $220 million deficit over the next five years. This five-year increase is intended... Continue

On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, a general municipal election will be held in the City of Sonoma for two Council Member seats. Official nomination papers for eligible candidates desiring to file for the above office(s) may be obtained from the Office of the City Clerk,... Continue

After decades of deficits, subsidies, uneven management and a blistering report issued in 2023 by the Sonoma County Grand Jury, an experienced cemetery operations professional has been hired to run the City of Sonoma’s Cemetery Enterprise Fund. Carolyn Fulton, with two decades of experience in... Continue