Dementia is an umbrella term for different types of brain changes. The most referred-to type of dementia is Alzheimer’s Disease, but there are several other types of brain-related changes that produce dementia symptoms.  The dementia of Alzheimer’s appears as two types, Young and Late-in-Life onset.... Continue

In anticipation of a major wind event beginning this afternoon, PG&E has set up an emergency relief station set up at the back parking lot of the first Congregational church with device charging and help with medical devices that need power, plus snacks, other local... Continue

New Firefighters/Paramedics pictured (L-R): Trevor Pappas, Sofía Íñiguez, Hunter Dannenbring, Steve Suter, Molly Anderson, Mike Hammer. Sofía is from Sonoma, Trevor from Kenwood, Molly, Steve and Hunter are all from Sonoma County, and Mike from the Bay area.  Sonoma County Measure H, approved by 61.8... Continue

At their final meeting Tuesday, October 15, after 3-½ hours, the School Consolidation Committee of the Sonoma Valley Unified School District unanimously made no recommendation to the Board of Trustees. Below is the text of what they approved. The Recommendation, with a Report, will be... Continue

Gusty north-northeast winds are expected to develop as a potential "inside slider" system moves into the Great Basin this weekend. Humidity will still be on the higher end at the start of the event on Thursday, but are expected to quickly dry out becoming critically... Continue

Two Town Halls October 1 and 2 on the topic of school consolidation revealed a challenging relationship between the community and the Superintendent, and, to some extent, divisions within the community.  The flyer, sent to all district parents, posted online and published in the media,... Continue

The Sonoma City Council is holding a special meeting today at 2pm to review progress on the 2045 Sonoma General Plan. Among the topics is a discussion of land use changes and proposals to increase density in some residential zones. Sonoma's Planning Commission held a... Continue

The City of Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commission has announced that nominations are now open for the 2025 Treasure Artist of the Year Award! This prestigious award, established in 1983, honors outstanding artists in the performing, visual, or literary arts who have made significant... Continue

Many sidewalks in the City of Sonoma pose dangerous trip and fall hazards to pedestrians. Over time, uplifting due to subsidence, tree roots, and erosion alter the contours of concrete and the city is committed to making sure that its sidewalks are maintained in safe... Continue