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February 7, 2026

Jury convicts Soledad man of murder and gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated

Law judge court
SOLEDAD — David Merino Ramirez, 32, of Soledad was convicted by a jury of murder, gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and driving on a suspended license on Feb. 16. On Aug. 21, 2020, around 9 p.m., Ramirez was driving northbound at speeds exceeding 80 mph...

SPCA Monterey County advises caution when driving to avoid deer during mating season

MONTEREY COUNTY — SPCA Monterey County advises drivers to use extreme caution when driving to avoid hitting deer on area roadways this time of year.Ā  Fall is deer mating season on the Central Coast and deer are significantly more likely to be on the move...

4th Annual Hot Summer Days Car Show draws hundreds to downtown Soledad

Soledad Hot Summer Days Car Show
SOLEDAD — The Fourth Annual Soledad Hot Summer Days Car Show took place last Saturday in downtown Soledad, featuring hundreds of classic cars, great food and local entertainment. The July 26 event was a collaboration of the Salinas Crusaders Car Club, the City of Soledad...

Senator visits Soledad Community Health Care District

SOLEDAD — Soledad Community Health Care District recently welcomed Sen. John Laird for a special visit and tour of the district’s three vital facilities: Soledad Medical Clinic, the Women’s Health Center and Eden Valley Care Center. The April 4 visit was led by Chief Executive...

County of Monterey launches virtual assistant Bixby

MONTEREY COUNTY — The County of Monterey has officially launched its first-ever virtual assistant and chatbot, Bixby, following a successful beta phase that began in March. ā€œThe next time you need to do business online with the County of Monterey’s Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office, you may...

Soccer | South Monterey County teams lead divisions

SALINAS VALLEY — The Greenfield and Soledad girls’ soccer teams are leading their respective divisions in the Pacific Coast Athletic League in the third week of play, while the Gonzales and King City boys’ teams are leading their divisions. GIRLS’ SOCCER The Gonzales girls’ soccer team...

Alliance on Aging plans countywide Valentine’s Day outreach for seniors

MONTEREY COUNTY — Alliance on Aging is beginning the new year with a renewed commitment to serving older adults throughout Monterey County, expanding access to essential services while strengthening programs that protect dignity, independence and connection. As part of its January initiatives, the nonprofit is...

Football | Greenfield Bruins clinch at least part of league title

GREENFIELD — For the first time in the school’s history, the Greenfield High varsity football team has clinched at least part of their very first league title after beating Pajaro Valley last Saturday. For the most part, the Greenfield Bruins should have handled Pajaro Valley...

Soledad winery hiking series returns Sunday

Winery vineyard hiking
SOLEDAD — CRU Winery is partnering with Valley Farm Management and the Blue Zones Project Monterey County to bring back their spring and summer hiking series. Hosted monthly, participants will hike through the stunning and sustainably farmed Paraiso Vineyard before ending with a wine tasting...

New multi-specialty health clinic opens in Gonzales

Ocean Breeze Multi Specialty Clinic
GONZALES — The grand opening of Ocean Breeze Multi Specialty Clinic took place last Friday afternoon in Gonzales. The new clinic at 132 Alta St. will provide access to the underserved and agricultural populations. ā€œBuilding a compassionate and culturally competent clinic was a priority for CEO/Founder...

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Salinas Valley Police Reports | Published Jan. 28, 2026

Police Reports are obtained from the local police departments. KING CITY Dec. 97:49 a.m. Possession of open container in public on Broadway St.8:05 a.m. Possession of...