Greenfield secures $500K state grant to expand youth diversion efforts
GREENFIELD ā Greenfield City Council has approved acceptance of a $500,000 Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program grant, recommended by the Board of State and Community Corrections, to expand local services for at-risk youth.
The funding strengthens the cityās six-year partnership with Sun Street Centers and...
Braga Fresh creates three new positions for growth
SOLEDAD ā Braga Fresh, home of Josieās Organics, created three new positions to support multiple company departments and business growth.
Brenna Flynn is the new director of food safety and quality assurance, reporting to Richard Warsaw, vice president food safety and quality assurance.
Flynn joins Braga...
Deadline nears to apply for Miss California Rodeo Salinas 2025 contest
SALINAS ā California Rodeo Salinas is accepting applications for the 2025 Miss California Rodeo Salinas contest, which will take place July 1-3.
This yearās winner will be crowned on July 3, and interested contestants must submit their applications by April 28.
Vianette Garcia, Miss California...
Rep. Panetta convenes veterans community to highlight anniversary of PACT Act
MONTEREY COUNTY ā U.S. Rep. Jimmy Panetta convened members of the veterans community for a panel discussion marking the first anniversary of the Honoring Our PACT Act, landmark legislation that for the first time ensured veterans exposed to toxic substances during service get the...
City of Soledad launches āShop Local, Support Communityā campaign
SOLEDAD ā City of Soledad has launched its āShop Local, Support Communityā campaign, aimed at encouraging community members to prioritize local businesses and bolster the regional economy.
The campaign highlights the numerous benefits that come with shopping locally, emphasizing the positive impact on the community,...
Scammers target PG&E customers, stealing more than $334K this year
CENTRAL COAST ā Utility scams have continued at an alarming rate during 2024, with nearly 15,000 Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) customers reporting more than $334,000 in losses to scammers.
The average scam victim lost over $600, and more than 500 customers have reported falling...
Gonzales police urge community to celebrate safely during holiday season with increased DUI patrols
GONZALES ā Gonzales Police Department wants to remind the public of the dangers of driving impaired and to celebrate the holiday season responsibly by not driving under the influence.
The holiday season can be dangerous for people on the roads. In December 2023 alone, 1,038...
Track and Field | South Monterey County teams near end of league season
SALINAS VALLEY ā South Monterey County high school track teams have one more Pacific Coast Athletic League dual meet left before entering the championship meet schedule.
In a meet that was held yesterday, the Gonzales Spartans competed against the host Greenfield Bruins, Pajaro Valley, Anzar...
Cross Country | South Monterey County runners compete at Rancho Corona
SALINAS VALLEY ā Pacific Coast Athletic League hosted back-to-back divisional cross country meets earlier this month at the Rancho Corona course in Carmel Valley.
Gonzales High School ran Sept. 13 at the Cypress and Santa Lucia meet, and King City competed Sept. 14 in the...
Monterey County Sheriffās Office honored for mass casualty response
MONTEREY COUNTY ā Monterey County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency made a surprise visit to the Monterey County Sheriffās Office last week, recognizing local deputies for their pivotal role in managing a mass casualty incident on March 3 in King City.
The tragic shooting occurred...
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Salinas Valley Police Reports | Published March 18, 2026
Police Reports are obtained from the local police departments.
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Jan. 249:03 a.m. Warrant arrest on Eucalyptus Dr.3:24 p.m. Trespassing on Walnut Av.6:53 p.m. Robbery on...





















