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A tribute to Elizabeth Kemp

On December first the Valley lost one of its brightest lights, Elizabeth Kemp. In a lifetime of service, Elizabeth was not just a tireless worker, but was so in tune with humanity’s needs that she opened the eyes of our community and blessed us with ways... Continue

Santa’s big scene

The Sebastiani Theatre presents its 10th annual holiday extravaganza, a celebration of Sonoma Valley’s community through song, dance, and magic. Some of the finest local talents will be showcased in two matinee shows on Saturday, December 17 and Sunday, December 18, each at 2 p.m.... Continue

Sonoma Springs Brewing releases first bottled beers

Sonoma Springs Brewing Company has released its award-winning Sonoma Springs Kolsch and Subliminal Gold IPA in large 22oz bottles – dubbed Bombers – for retail sale. “I am thrilled with the bottle release of these beers, allowing more consumers to gain access to our craft,”... Continue

Sonoma’s Council stalls Farmers Market contract renewal

In one of its first actions as a newly constituted body, Sonoma's City Council refused to renew the Farmers Market management agreement for another year with the current market managers. Though it's possible the same management group may eventually be selected, last night's vote requires... Continue

Hundley named Sonoma Mayor, Edwards Mayor Pro Tem

Rachel Hundley was named Mayor of Sonoma Monday night in unanimous vote of the five member City Council. Gary Edwards was named Mayor Pro Tem. Madolyn Agrimonti, previous Mayor Pro Tem expressed her disappointment in not being selected as Mayor, but graciously joined in the... Continue

Why the Napa Street Hotel EIR hearing was canceled

A meeting of Sonoma's Planning Commission was suddenly canceled on Thursday night, a mere four hours prior to its scheduled beginning. Sonoma's Planning Director David Goodison sent an email notification announcing the cancellation, noting in it only that some data pertaining to the traffic study... Continue

Sonoma Valley death notices

Jane Renée Chaigneau, 78, of Sonoma, passed away November 1, 2016. Robert Jean Crandall, 93, of Sonoma, passed away November 8, 2016. Pamela Jane Hall, 73, of Sonoma, passed away November 23, 2016. Barry L. Hines, 67, of Sonoma, passed away November 7, 2016. Robert... Continue