Gonzales annexation makes room for future agriculture industrial development
GONZALES ā Local Agency Formation Commission of Monterey County (LAFCO) has approved the annexation of about 49 acres east of Highway 101 and north of Gloria Road to the City of Gonzales for future agriculture industrial development.
The annexation, which received approval Sept. 25, allows...
City of Soledad launches crack seal project
SOLEDAD ā City of Soledad launched a crack seal project in July to help roads last longer and give motor vehicles a smoother drive.
Crack sealing is the most commonly applied preventative pavement maintenance, and it is a relatively inexpensive process for its tremendous benefit...
Monterey County CAP seeks input on draft 2026-27 Community Action Plan
MONTEREY COUNTY ā Monterey County Community Action Partnership (MCCAP) is inviting residents to participate in a public hearing aimed at gathering feedback on the draft version of the 2026-27 Community Action Plan (CAP Plan).
The event is scheduled for Monday, April 14, from 3 to...
New Alert and Warning System enhances safety for Monterey County residents
MONTEREY COUNTY ā Monterey Countyās Department of Emergency Management has announced the implementation of a cutting-edge Alert and Warning System designed to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents.
This collaborative project, which started in 2022 and brings together dozens of emergency response agencies,...
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...
Football | Gonzales sinks Mariners as King City breaks Pacific Grove
SALINAS VALLEY ā Gonzales receiver Jorge Uribe had 302 receiving yards and King Cityās Carson Tidwell continued to gain rushing yards in their teamsā respective victories over Marina and Pacific Grove last week.
Uribe and Tidwell scored three touchdowns apiece in the home wins against...
Monterey County Health Department receives $276K grant for child safety seat education
MONTEREY COUNTY ā Monterey County Health Department has received a $276,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Funding will be used to inform parents and caregivers about the importance of child safety seats and traveling...
California Rodeo Salinas names 2024 Golden Circle of Champions delegate
SALINAS ā California Rodeo Association has announced its 2024 Golden Circle of Champions delegate, 6-year-old Jaizel Mendoza of Salinas.
Mendoza was diagnosed with neuroblastoma in April 2022 and is currently living with an inoperable chest tumor. The Golden Circle of Champions, a nonprofit organization, provides...
Trio of suspects arrested after armed robbery at Soledad Valley Liquors store
SOLEDAD ā An armed robbery at the Soledad Valley Liquors store on Front Street on Wednesday night led to the apprehension of three suspects, including two minors.
On July 10, Soledad officers were dispatched to the liquor store following a report of an armed robbery...
Football | Soledad plans to rebuild program going into Mission South action
SOLEDAD ā A disappointing showing last season in the Pacific Coast Athletic League Mission South Division is old news for the Soledad High School football team.
The Aztecs are more than ready to move on and be competitive this season, and third-year head coach Marc...
Local News
Salinas Valley Police Reports | Published Feb. 4, 2026
Police Reports are obtained from the local police departments.
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Dec. 163:30 p.m. Burglary on Broadway St.4:38 p.m. Hit-and-Run on N. San Lorenzo Av.
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