In its final Sonoma City Council meeting of 2023, the Sonoma City Council appointed member John Gurney to serve as mayor in 2024. He assumes the year-long post held by Sandra Lowe. [caption id="attachment_133715" align="aligncenter" width="420"] The Sonoma City Council, from left: Ron Wellander,... Continue

When long-time Sonoma resident Ellen Shepherd lamented to friends how much she missed not having the live nativity scene at her church St. Andrew Presbyterian on Arnold Drive this year, the cast and crew of the annual nativity scene showed by up at her door... Continue

Welcome to The Sun’s annual tradition, our special all-photo issue. What does a typical day in the Valley look like? The following pictures, all shot on December 8, will give you some idea. [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id="40" gal_title="Day in the life 2023"] Continue

After a 41-year career as a Sonoma city staffer, the multi-talented Wayne Wirick will step down at the end of the year.  First hired in 1976, Wirick served in various key roles over the years, including volunteer firefighter, Building Inspector, Interim Public Works Director, Acting... Continue

Jack London State Historic Park kicks off the new year with its 11th annual First Day Hike on January 1, 2024.  The trek can be either a personal challenge to make it to the park summit (and a great photo op) or the first step... Continue

The Board of Directors of Pets Lifeline, Sonoma  Valley’s only Animal Resource Center, today announced the appointment of Olivia Kristiansen as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 2, 2024. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in the nonprofit's mission to protect and improve... Continue

Christmas has a CEO, her name is Mrs. Claus and she delighted all those gathered at The General’s Daughter on December 9 for a Teddy Bear Tea. The interior of the historic Vallejo family mansion on West Spain Street was all decorated with a holiday... Continue

From The Sun archives -- Ever wonder why Santa Claus is dressed in a red and white outfit and drives a sleigh that flies through the air pulled by reindeer? The origins of this imagery have nothing whatsoever to do with Christmas and everything to... Continue