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April 24, 2026

Monterey County DA’s Office launches new fraud reporting tip line

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MONTEREY COUNTY — Fraud affects everyone, whether it’s higher insurance rates, lost wages or even threats to homes. That’s why the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office has formed specialized teams focused on fighting fraud and protecting local residents from financial harm. These dedicated units target...

Baseball | Soledad Aztecs open season with 3 wins

SOLEDAD — With three official preseason games under their belt, the Soledad Aztecs are off to a rolling loud start in baseball as they enter league play. After last year’s successful season, the Aztecs earned a spot in the Gabilan Division — one of the...

Baseball | South Monterey County teams look toward playoffs

SALINAS VALLEY — With one week left before finding out who will make it to the postseason, South Monterey County has at least one team going, but Soledad and King City will be in the conversation. In the Central Coast Section, there are six divisions....

Greenfield CSW’s BikeMobile gets new paint job from local teacher

GREENFIELD — Greenfield Community Science Workshop (Greenfield CSW) has long been a beacon of education in South Monterey County, engaging young minds with the wonders of science through hands-on projects. This past year, the Greenfield Bike Garage Program — a vital part of Greenfield CSW...

Red Cross volunteers enhance home safety in Greenfield with free smoke alarms

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GREENFIELD — Volunteers from the American Red Cross of the Central Coast recently conducted ā€œSound the Alarmā€ home visits in Greenfield. In partnership with the Greenfield Fire Department, Red Cross teams installed 61 free smoke alarms and provided fire and earthquake preparedness education during the...

Greenfield cancer survivor leads Kiddie Kapers Parade as grand marshal

GREENFIELD — Greenfield’s Kelly Mata Navarro, a 12-year-old cancer survivor, was the grand marshal for this year’s California Rodeo Salinas’ Kiddie Kapers Parade. Navarro waved to the thousands of people lining the sides of South Main Street on July 14 from the back of a...

Soledad Historical Society hosts open house to celebrate ā€˜150 Years of Schools in Soledad’

SOLEDAD — Soledad Historical Society is hosting an open house on Saturday, March 15, from 1 to 3 p.m., featuring a new display titled ā€œ150 Years of Schools in Soledad.ā€ This exhibition showcases the rich history of education in Soledad, beginning with the first school...

Community input sought for homeless housing funding application

CENTRAL COAST — County of Monterey, County of San Benito and Lead Me Home Continuum of Care are partnering on a joint state application to bring a new round of State Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) funding to the communities. Previous HHAP funds have...

Hartnell College to honor 13 inductees into Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2023

SALINAS — Hartnell Community College District will induct the Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2023 during a luncheon Saturday, Oct. 14, at the college’s main campus at 411 Central Ave. in Salinas.Ā  This will be the 10th annual event for the college. ā€œFor the past...

Soledad Community Health Care District CEO up for top award

SOLEDAD — Soledad Community Health Care District (SCHCD) CEO Ida Lopez Chan has been nominated for the prestigious CEO of the Year award by the Association of California Healthcare Districts (ACHD). This nomination not only recognizes Lopez Chan’s leadership, but also marks a significant milestone...

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Sideshow activity leads to arrest of armed passenger, 3 others cited

SALINAS VALLEY — A passenger was arrested on a concealed firearm charge and three other people were cited following a series of reckless driving...