First District Supervisor Susan Gorin will host a community meeting focused on immigration, on Thursday, September, 14, 6-7:30 p.m. at Altimira Middle School. Topics of discussion: County policies related to immigration County services available regardless of immigration statues Know Your Rights overview Community service organizations... Continue

The SUN asked: “If there was one sentence you could say to your younger self, what would it be?” "Be patient, because the future will be OK.” Marilyn Kelly, Sonoma “Why didn’t I do this sooner?” Bill Dardon, Sonoma “Don’t be afraid.” Susan Reber, Sonoma... Continue

An ebullient, caring community of more than 250 Sonomans rallied in the Plaza on Wednesday, September 6th  in support of the Dreamers, the young people given a reprieve and some opportunities under former president Obama’s Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, or DACA.  The rally... Continue

By Susan Gorin, First District Supervisor Summer is coming to a turbulent end with demonstrations of national turmoil in Charlottesville and of universal acts of kindness in Houston. Both are a reminder of who and where we are as a nation and a community. Perhaps... Continue

When it comes to getting older, the best coping strategy, though not the most practical, is denial. After all, you’re not getting older, you’re getting better -- only with more ear hair. Then again, some practical tips could come in handy along the way. Here’s... Continue

[caption id="attachment_83168" align="aligncenter" width="420"] In addition to ringing Sonoma Plaza, 'I Choose' banners proudly fly at Sonoma Valley High School.[/caption] By Sarah Ford You have probably noticed, and maybe wondered about, the new banners circling the Plaza, each one featuring a child’s smiling face and... Continue

A year in the making and with the help of 150 volunteers, St. Leo the Great Church marked its 50th Anniversary with a joyous celebration on August 26. Over 600 people participated in masses (in both English and Spanish) and enjoyed festivities including food, live... Continue

A rally to Defend DACA and Dreamers will gather in the front of Sonoma Plaza at 5:30pm on Wed., Sept. 6, in support of DACA (Deffered Action for Childhood Arrivals Program.) Supporters will gather in front of City Hall, at Broadway and Napa Street. Continue