For years, the Sonoma Community Center, Sonoma’s Rotary, Vintage House and many, others have teamed up to serve over 500 free Thanksgiving dinners to local residents. Led by an all-volunteer crew, the free dinner has become a much-loved tradition in the Sonoma Valley, bringing together... Continue
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The ballot measure to renew the city of Sonoma's Urban Growth Boundary for 20 years was a resounding winner in the November 3 election with 80% of the vote. Such overwhelming support, proponents say, clearly shows that the city of Sonoma continues to strongly endorse the... Continue
Writer and adventurer Tracy Salcedo has won a National Outdoor Book Award for her guide, Hiking Lassen Volcanic National Park. Salcedo, of Glen Ellen, has written over 20 hiking guides to destinations in California and Colorado. She's also the author of Search and Rescue Alaska and... Continue
Reader Opinion by Tyler Meloan For Sonoma, the surreal existential rollercoaster ride of reality that has become the new normal feels particularly unrelenting and crippling. Amidst a global pandemic, unprecedented political division, and years of historically devastating wildfires, Sonomans are no strangers these days to... Continue
The Kincade Fire, which started October 23, 2019, near the northeast of Geyserville, burned 77,758 acres over a 13-day period. A total of 374 structures were destroyed, 60 were damaged, and four injuries resulted from the fires. A Cal Fire investigation, concluded in July of... Continue
Sonoma Valley School District shocker at Tuesday night's board of trustees meeting: Chair John Kelly announced that Superintendent Socorro Shiels has been relieved of her duties, effective immediately. Kelly said the vote to dismiss, held in a private session, was 5-0. Bruce Abbott, an associate superintendent,... Continue
Although the coronavirus may keep families from traveling to see loved ones for the holidays, adults 60+ can still stay connected to a range of helpful services, including meals and wellness checks, by calling the Sonoma County Area Agency on Aging Information & Assistance Line... Continue
Sonoma Community Center’s Trashion Fashion, always a visual treat, moves its creative efforts online this year with two live-stream events. What’s Trashion? Garments made from recycled items and salvaged clothes, designed and handmade by community members who turn trash into treasure. On November 21, it’s... Continue
Preying on the financial anxiety created by Covid, scammers are demanding bogus PG&E payments online, by telephone, or even in person. “Scammers are constantly changing their tactics and tricks, so awareness is more important than ever,” said Laurie Giammona, PG&E’s chief customer officer. “If an... Continue
Cook a smaller turkey and look at the bright side: it's a great excuse not to invite your mother-in-law. "The best gift you can give to your families and friends this holiday season is safety," said Dr. Sundari Mase. "When possible, please celebrate at home with... Continue