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SOLEDAD — As the nation prepares to celebrate Independence Day, the Soledad Police Department is emphasizing the importance of celebrating responsibly and making safe...

Torch Run 2025: Police escort Flame of Hope through Salinas Valley

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SALINAS VALLEY — Police agencies throughout South Monterey County participated in this year’s Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics last Wednesday, each...

SPCA Monterey County rescues 172 wild animals in a single day, setting new record

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MONTEREY COUNTY — SPCA Monterey County Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center rescued a total of 172 wild animals in one day last week, establishing...

Guest Column | 5 Things for July from Monterey County Free Libraries

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Did you know the month of July was named after Julius Caesar? An online search revealed that flowers that represent July include larkspur and...

Salinas Valley News Briefs | July 3, 2025

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MUSEUM CELEBRATION KING CITY — Monterey County Agricultural and Rural Life Museum (MCARLM), in partnership with the King City Young Farmers, will host a family-friendly...

Soledad celebrates major public safety milestone with new fire ladder truck, apparatus bay

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SOLEDAD — City of Soledad celebrated a major milestone in public safety and community development with a ribbon-cutting ceremony June 20, marking the arrival...

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Guest Column | 5 Things for July from Monterey County Free Libraries

July 3, 2025

Did you know the month of July was named after Julius Caesar? An online search revealed that flowers that represent July include larkspur and water lily and people born in the month of July are known to be naturally adventurous, kind and sympathetic. For MCFL, July means Summer Reading Club...