Warnings have been issued about three scams that falsely imply government approval. One fraud alert comes from Congressman Mike Thompson, who urged seniors to ignore an informational card sent from the “National Processing Center” warning seniors about impending cuts to Medicare. “This mailing is a... Continue
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Rob Feldman, the acting Chief Finance Officer of Sonoma Valley Hospital since July 1, has been named permanently to the post. “He is perfect for us as we take this hospital to the next level,” said Kelly Mather, hospital CEO. “He has the right background.... Continue
Enoteca Della Santina wrapped up Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a donation to the Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation in support of women’s health. Until supplies run out, Enoteca Della Santina is donating $1.50 from every bottle of “R” Cellars Rosé to benefit mammography services for... Continue
While the pilot is out of one hospital, the passenger of the single engine plane that crashed Saturday into a Sonoma industrial park remains in serious but stable condition at a Walnut Creek facility. Mark Johnson of Santa Rosa was extricated from the wreckage near... Continue
An installation inspired by Mexican folk art created for the Day of the Dead, “Noche de las Mariposa,” is still turning heads at the Sonoma Community Center. Visitors are invited to wear painted skull masks and wander among swarming butterflies in an otherworldly, glow-in-the-dark atmosphere... Continue
The 86-year-old Sonoma man with Alzheimer's who walked away from a care facility Thursday afternoon has been found in Los Angeles. Harrison Whitney rode a bus to L.A., the general area of his previous residence. He was located after calling authorities from a gas station... Continue
On election day, voters passed the Sonoma Valley Unified School District’s Measure H, a $40 million bond that will increase energy efficiency in all local schools, saving an estimated $1 million per year. SVUSD Superintendent Louann Carlomagno quickly responded to the yes vote with a... Continue
Dear Dr. Forsythe: My six-pound Pomeranian has been limping for the last couple months and even crying out in pain at home. I have taken her into the vet for a check up, but whenever she gets into the vet’s office, she acts like nothing... Continue
Take me out to the ball game… as long as I can bring my own food! You may or may not know, my column is about health and nutrition, which is not always the most attractive topic. But, what’s more important than what you put... Continue
A contingent of San Francisco Giants fans from Sonoma Valley Christian School staged an informal victory parade Wednesday morning. Motorists honked and shouted, and people exited businesses and offices to shout encouragement as the group -- bedecked in world champion orange and black -- made... Continue