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SOLEDAD — An overwhelming majority of Soledad Community Health Care District (SCHCD) workers decided last month to form their union with SEIU Local 2015, the nation’s largest long-term care workers union. The workers who organized at Soledad are certified nursing assistants, housekeepers, restorative aides, medical...

UPDATE (Feb. 21): On Feb. 20 at about 3:38 p.m., Soledad Police were notified by Flock cameras that the suspect vehicle had entered the city. Officers reviewed the footage and located the vehicle parked at the suspects’ residence. Police surrounded the home and safely...

SALINAS VALLEY — As the country celebrates National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month this June, the Agriculture and Land-Based Training Association (ALBA) is spotlighting the farmers behind the produce — and the power of farming to change lives. Located in the heart of the Salinas...

SALINAS VALLEY — Mee Memorial Healthcare System has unveiled California’s first Fuji full-body X-ray and fluoroscopy imaging system, bringing cutting-edge technology to the region. As the only hospital in South Monterey County, Mee Memorial is a lifeline for residents — often serving as the first...

The National Weather Service has issued multiple warnings affecting Monterey County: Flood Advisory in effect through 10 PM Saturday — Urban and small stream flooding, shallow landslides, and possible river and flash flooding.High Wind Warning in effect through 10 AM Friday — Expect strong winds.Impacts:...

SALINAS VALLEY — South Monterey County rivals Soledad and King City won their respective football games on the road last Friday night against Greenfield and Everett Alvarez, while Gonzales suffered a loss to Pajaro Valley. The Aztecs defeated the host Bruins, 28-14, and the Mustangs...

SALINAS VALLEY — Many South Monterey County high school girls were chosen to the divisional all-league teams of the Pacific Coast Athletic League. Soledad High led the local teams with five athletes chosen for the first team, including Giselle Zepeda as the Most Valuable Player...

CHUALAR — Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) Board of Directors recently received a presentation on the complexity of the US 101 South of Salinas Corridor project due to the scale, environmental considerations, right-of-way constraints and the need for phased implementation based on available...

City of Gonzales hosted the annual Holiday Lights Parade last Saturday, Dec. 9, featuring vehicles decked out in Christmas lights and décor as they traveled around town to bring some holiday cheer to local families.

CENTRAL COAST — The Tri-County Arts Councils, representing Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties, have taken their next step in addressing the urgent shortage of arts educators in the Central Coast region. Launched earlier this year, the Pathways for Arts Educators – A Regional...