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Sonoma 2040

What will life be like in the Sonoma Valley in the year 2040? Contribute to our March 5 issue by taking a look forward (in 200 words or less). The environment, economy, quality of life? What awaits us? Send your thoughts and predictions to News@sonomasun.com. Continue

First look at new trails

After two decades of planning, the Bay Area Ridge Trail has been extended over Sonoma Mountain and into Jack London State Historic Park. The new 1.2-mile East Slope Trail, which will open officially on March 14, opens land never before accessible to the public to... Continue

Head of Sonoma Visitors Bureau to step down

Wendy Peterson, who served as executive director of the Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau for 15 years, will step down in July. “It has been a remarkable experience working with the Sonoma Valley community,” said Peterson. “I am most proud of the bureau’s commitment to customer... Continue

Council fills two spots on Sonoma planning panel

The City of Sonoma Planning Commission is back to its full compliment of seven members with the appointment of city planner and landscape designer Ron Wellander. Robert McDonald, landscape designer, was named to the alternate position. Vacancies on the panel were created in November and... Continue

Crossing paths

Editor: Re: "Danger on 'so-called' walking path'": I believe they are called bicycle paths, Ms. Logan! If you despise people on bicycles and people with dogs being out in public, and most of whom are probably residents of Sonoma, I suggest you stay home in Petaluma.... Continue

An allegiance to ‘Republic’

For sisters Michelle Mammini and Jeannette Tomany, having fun is serious business. As owners of Republic of Thrift, they not only work hard and have a blast doing it, they donate all net profits to the Sonoma Valley Unified School District – a whopping $106,000... Continue

Felony conviction for Boys & Girls Clubs embezzler

The former treasurer of The Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma Valley will pay back the $8,205 she stole from the nonprofit agency and spend 60 days in jail, District Attorney Jill Ravitch announced today. Robyn Cabrera, 37, of Santa Rosa, pled guilty to felony... Continue

New support program for cancer patients

Sonoma Valley’s first cancer support program will open next month, offering patients a range of complementary therapies to help ease the symptoms usually associated with conventional cancer treatments. The new program, named Cancer Support Sonoma, is operated by the Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation in partnership... Continue

Savor Sonoma at Little Vineyards

Join Rich and Joan Little and the Family as we celebrate Savor Sonoma with live music, delicious mouthwatering BBQ that pairs so well with our estate red wines. Taste barrel samples, 2013 Syrah and 2013 Cabernet with winemaker, Ted Coleman. Futures will be available for... Continue