Cut down 17 Sonoma oak trees?

Some can’t see the forest for the trees. Others see trees and visualize sewer problems and lawsuits. The owner of Sonoma Courts Shops, Melissa Redmond, has asked the city to remove every tree – 17, to be exact -- on the east side of Broadway,... Continue

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Pier steps down as Boys & Girls Clubs chief

After eight years as executive director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma Valley, David Pier has resigned, effective February 1. “It has been a fulfilling and rewarding experience, complete with successes/challenges and, most importantly, with deep and lasting impact for the youth of... Continue

Local reps push for ban on GE fish

Calling current FDA actions inadequate, a bipartisan group including U.S. Reps Mike Thompson and Jared Huffman have introduced legislation to prevent genetically engineered (GE) fish from being sold in stores or released into the nation’s oceans. H.R. 394, the Prevention of Escapement of Genetically Altered... Continue

Alcaldessa reception for Marcie Waldron

The City of Sonoma will honor Marcie Waldron, its 2015 Alcaldessa, at a January 29 reception at Vintage House. The a ceremonial title recognizes outstanding community service, and selfless, behind-the-scenes work for a nonprofit organization. Waldron’s has served as president of the Board of Directors... Continue

An immersive experience

How does water shape us, and how do we shape water? For “Watermark,” multiple-award winning filmmakers Jennifer Baichwal and Nick de Pencier, working with photographer Edward Burtynsk, traveled the world to document human interaction with water. Good (rice terraces, as shown above; pristine wetlands), bad... Continue

El Verano man killed in Highway 12 crash

El Verano resident John Daman Hatley, 55, was killed November 16 when his Porsche Boxster veered into oncoming traffic on Highway 12 near Dunbar Road in Glen Ellen. California Highway Patrol said Hatley had been speeding and driving erractically before losing control of his vehicle... Continue

El Verano School wins $10k 'Healthy Eating' grant

El Verano Elementary School has been selected as one of five schools nationwide to win the NutriLiving®#BetheNextUNI contest, which focused on promoting healthy eating among school children. El Verano submitted an application and video creatively showcasing the importance of a healthy diet and why they... Continue

Mentoring Alliance hosts introductory reception

Ever thought about becoming a mentor? Now is the perfect time to put those thoughts into action, according to Kathy Witkowicki, executive director of the Mentoring Alliance. “There are 130 local children in our public schools on the waiting list, hoping to be matched with... Continue

Farmers Market sets vendor application deadline

Vendor applications for the Tuesday night Sonoma Plaza Farmers' Market are due by February 1, a date earlier than usual to allow confirmed vendors more time to prepare for the May 5 opening. "Vendor applications are due one month earlier than in past years," said... Continue

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