Greenfield man convicted of first-degree murder for 2020 shooting
GREENFIELD — Monterey County District Attorney’s Office announced April 18 that a jury convicted 21-year-old Greenfield resident Jonathan Rojas of first-degree murder.
On Dec. 31, 2020, around 6:51 p.m., Greenfield police responded to a shooting on Heidi Drive. Officers approached the victim’s car idling in...
Greenfield, King City move closer to unified school districts after state approval
GREENFIELD — California State Board of Education has unanimously approved what officials say is the first dual school district unification in state history, advancing a long-running effort that would create separate unified transitional kindergarten through 12th grade school districts in Greenfield and King City.
The...
Monterey County joins national commemoration of 2024 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
MONTEREY COUNTY — During the week of April 21-27, crime victims, survivors and those who serve them will join together across the United States to promote victims’ rights and services, and educate communities on the devastating impact crime has on victims, neighborhoods, schools and...
Earthquake seismic retrofit grants now available to more eligible California homeowners
CALIFORNIA — Thirty years after the devastating Northridge Earthquake, new retrofit opportunities are available. Thousands of California homeowners are now eligible to apply for Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) seismic retrofit grants, as approximately 300 new ZIP Codes have been added to the program.
Starting...
Salinas Valley Fair Kick-Off builds excitement for 2025 ‘Berry Best Fair’
SALINAS VALLEY — Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City were buzzing last month as the annual Fair Kick-Off event drew more than 600 guests and set an enthusiastic tone for the upcoming 81st Salinas Valley Fair, scheduled for May 15-18.
Organized by the Salinas Valley...
Gonzales American Legion Post 81, community members observe Flag Day
GONZALES — American Legion Post 81 and the American Legion Auxiliary of Gonzales hosted a Flag Day ceremony last Friday evening.
Flag Day takes place every June 14 and is a day to pay respect to the U.S. flag and its history.
A number of veterans,...
Monterey County residents invited to share thoughts on tourism and community impacts
MONTEREY COUNTY — See Monterey, the destination marketing organization for Monterey County, is conducting a Resident Sentiment Survey and hosting a Community Input Forum to better understand the community’s opinions on the impact of visitors to the area and understanding of the County’s tourism...
California Rodeo Salinas raises awareness for domestic violence in October
SALINAS VALLEY — California Rodeo Salinas will support the Man Up Crusade in October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, with a belt buckle drawing and more.
The Man Up Crusade is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating public awareness on the issue of domestic violence. The...
Monterey County supervisor begins role on California Coastal Commission following Speaker Rivas appointment
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez has officially begun his tenure on the California Coastal Commission, following his appointment by State Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas.
Lopez started his work on May 21, bringing a rural Central Coast perspective to one of the state’s...
Cooling Centers to open amid excessive heat warning for Monterey County this weekend
MONTEREY COUNTY — County of Monterey is opening Cooling Centers beginning Friday to assist residents living in areas impacted by the Excessive Heat Warning issued for this weekend.
All residents in impacted areas should be prepared for high temperatures (ranging from the 90s to near...
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Inmate convicted of stabbing correctional officer at Salinas Valley State Prison
SOLEDAD — A state prison inmate serving a life sentence was convicted last Tuesday of assault with a deadly weapon for stabbing a correctional...






















