Sonoma Valley ‘Sweethearts’

August and Allison Sebastiani have been selected by Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma Valley as this year’s ‘Sweethearts” – the honorees of the 2016 Sweetheart Gala & Auction. The formal bash, set for February 13, is the most important event of the year for... Continue

Editorial: In the Wake of Sonoma’s Measure B

In 2013, a special election was held to determine the fate of Measure B. That initiative was placed on the ballot by citizens hoping to mitigate the downsides of tourism on our quality of life by limiting the creation of any new large hotels until... Continue

The tale of a broken tail

Dear Dr. Forsythe: I recently heard about a cat whose tail got pulled really hard and it caused him all sorts of problems. Since my friend mentioned you were the vet taking care of that cat, could you please tell me a little about how... Continue

Weekend warrior picks – 12/4

The holiday season is in full swing! There is so much happening in and around Sonoma Valley - from holiday parties to winery events, holiday tree lightings and open houses. Get merry, Sonoma Valley! Friday, December 4 [caption id="attachment_60829" align="aligncenter" width="420"] This can be yours,... Continue

Meeting water needs will take more than El Niño

By Assemblymember Bill Dodd | Special to The Sun -- Winter is coming, and some experts are saying this year’s El Niño could be one of the most powerful on record. After four long years of drought, increased rainfall this winter is certainly a welcome relief.... Continue

Sonoma will update its code enforcement plan

In an effort to better monitor and assure compliance with the City’s various ordinances and regulations, including those governing vacation rentals, Sonoma City Manager Carol Giovanatto is leading the development of a new code enforcement program for consideration by City Council. Of course, not all... Continue

Sonoma’s newest hotel development; Santa on the radio; Readers’ big birthday

The next big thing on the drawing board, city planning-wise, is a hotel/homes development proposed for a 3.4-acre property linking First Street West and First Street East, just north of Vintage House in Sonoma. Existing structures would be razed in favor of 21 single-family homes,... Continue

La Luz begins construction project

[caption id="attachment_60732" align="aligncenter" width="420"] La Luz Center’s Executive Director Juan Hernandez oversees the dismantling of La Luz’s offices in preparation for the construction of a new building.[/caption] The nonprofit La Luz Center is revitalizing its Greger Street campus with a 2,400-square-foot building to replace... Continue

Tonight: Eat Japanese food, support Prestwood Elementary

[caption id="attachment_60715" align="alignright" width="154"] Shiso's Executive Chef Ed Metcalfe's son Maiko is the inspiration for their first Wednesday Prestwood fundraiser (Photo: Shiso Modern Asian Kitchen)[/caption] Dine at Shiso Modern Asian Kitchen tonight and they'll donate 5% of your bill to Prestwood Elementary's PTO. On the... Continue

Lemons take to the race track

[caption id="attachment_60698" align="aligncenter" width="420"] 24 Hours of LeMons finale takes place this weekend at Sonoma Raceway (Photo: Mike Finnegan)[/caption] The lemons take to Sonoma Raceway this weekend for the season finale of the 24 Hours of LeMons. All the cars racing must cost a mere... Continue

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