Community input sought for flood-prone areas to support future groundwater recharge efforts in Salinas Valley
SALINAS VALLEY — In an effort to increase groundwater recharge and storage while reducing flooding, four local agencies and nonprofits collaborating on the Multi-benefit Land Repurposing Program are seeking public input about known areas of flooding and recharge.
A public survey is now open and...
New board member joins Salinas Valley Health
SALINAS — Salinas resident Isaura Arreguin took the oath of office March 27 to serve the Salinas Valley Health Board of Directors in Zone 3.
“Isaura brings a fresh perspective and a wealth of community experience to the role,” said Joel Hernandez Laguna, president of Salinas...
Monterey-Salinas Transit receives $450K for customer experience research
MONTEREY COUNTY — U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced that Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) will receive approximately $450,000 in federal support for research into new tools and approaches to improve the transit rider experience.
The funding from FTA’s Enhancing Mobility Innovation (EMI)...
DeCarli Insurance merges with Leavitt Central Coast Insurance Services in Salinas
SALINAS — Steve DeCarli Insurance Services, based out of Monterey, is merging with Leavitt Central Coast Insurance Services (LCCIS), headquartered in Salinas, and an affiliate of the national brokerage firm, Leavitt Group.
Focused on serving residents of Monterey and San Benito counties, Steve DeCarli, the...
Hartnell College launches climate ambassadors program with NOAA grant support
SALINAS VALLEY — Hartnell College has introduced the Climate and Environmental Resilience Ambassadors (CERA) Program, an innovative initiative designed to empower students as leaders in climate adaptation and environmental resilience.
Funded through a $2 million sub-award from California Marine Sanctuary Foundation, the program will equip...
Country mega-star Keith Urban to headline Rodeo’s Big Week Kick Off Concert
SALINAS — Award-winning country artist Keith Urban will headline the 2024 Big Week Kick Off Concert on July 12.
Urban was recently inducted into the Nashville Songwriter’s Hall of Fame and just completed his first residency at Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in...
Fall Festival a hit in Gonzales
GONZALES — The Fall Festival on Fourth Street in downtown Gonzales drew a crowd Saturday night with plenty of ghouls and monsters in attendance just days before Halloween.
Nonprofit groups sold food and crafts while children and their parents enjoyed the games, music and contests....
Monterey County Sheriff’s deputy recovers stolen vessel and trailer
SOLEDAD — In early December, an aluminum boat and trailer were reported stolen from Lake San Antonio in southern Monterey County.
Monterey County Park Rangers located video footage of a grey Toyota truck leaving with the stolen vessel and trailer.
On Dec. 26, a Monterey County...
Football | Gonzales Spartans struggle in loss to Breakers
GONZALES — Last Thursday night at Pacific Grove, the host Breakers outscored Gonzales 28-7 in the first half and never looked back in the 48-14 home win.
The Breakers improved to 2-1 in pre-season and the Spartans are now 1-2.
“We couldn’t seem to get much...
96-year-old Salinas veteran to be honored on Veterans Day
SALINAS — When reflecting upon his life, 96-year-old Cirilo Vargas looks back at a career with many milestones and memories.
A Salinas native and 1st Master Sergeant E8 in the U.S. Army, Vargas served twice in both the Korean War and Vietnam War. After his...
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Salinas Valley Police Reports | Published March 11, 2026
Police Reports are obtained from the local police departments.
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Jan. 211:46 p.m. Attempted Murder (juvenile) on Oak Av.
Jan. 229:15 a.m. Civil Matters on El Camino...
