Growing up, who mentored you? Was it your favorite coach, your favorite teacher, perhaps a neighbor or family friend? “We all had adults in our life that we knew we could turn to for advice, guidance, counsel or just a helping hand,” said Kathy Witkowicki,... Continue
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After a trial delayed by his pretending to mentally ill, Damodar Chandradas, 26, was sentenced to 25 years in state prison for the October 29, 2013 collision on Highway 121 that killed one and injured two others. Last month, Chandradas pled guilty to all 16... Continue
The Sonoma Theatre Alliance’s Teens ‘N Training (TNT) program is offering a series of Ensemble Training Workshops on Sundays in November and December that will culminate in a full production of “Carrie: The Musical” in February 2015. Newly appointed TNT Education Director Libby Oberlin, MA... Continue
Sonoma Severe Weather Shelter, begun last year in response to the extremely cold weather that hit Sonoma Valley in December, has again committed to providing a safe, warm, dry shelter for the homeless during the winter months. Shelter wull be made available when the temperature... Continue
The Wine Guy talks Pinot Noir. Continue
When Gerry (Geraldine) Eagen was asked what she wanted for her 90th birthday, the answer surprised the Council on Aging’s Randy Sue Collins. “I’ve always wanted to fly a small plane” came the reply. She said she's been dreaming about it for years, Collins said.... Continue
Sonoma Soccer Club's U9 Boys competitive soccer team, The Strikers, took First Place in the San Ramon Classic Tournament on October 26. Pictured from left to right: Top row- Assistant Coach Adolfo Contreras, Dominic Contreras, Jose Zavala, Diego Contreras, Miguel Jimenez, Oswaldo Sanchez, Head Coach... Continue
Hard facts about fall's special beverage -- Kristin checks out the best hard ciders. Continue
A few simple habits can really add up. Check out these tips for cutting down water use outdoors, and how much water they save: • Water yard before 6 a.m. or after 8 p.m. to reduce evaporation: 20 Gallons • Reduce overspray from sprinklers onto... Continue
During the month of October, Envolve Winery supported National Breast Cancer Awareness by donating $5 of every purchased bottle of Envolve Rosé and Brut Rosé Sparking Wine to the Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation (SVHF). It also donates 50% of each ticket sold to 3rd Annual... Continue