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February 12, 2026

Disaster CalFresh food benefits available for storm victims

MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Department of Social Services (MCDSS) has announced that individuals and families impacted by recent severe winter storms may be eligible to receive Disaster CalFresh food benefits as part of continuing disaster recovery efforts.  A family of four with a monthly...

Photo | Gonzales welcomes new police officer

GONZALES — Officer Joshua Macias was sworn in as the newest member of the Gonzales Police Department by Chief Keith Wise on April 17. ā€œWelcome on board Officer Macias,ā€ the department said on social media.

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...

Public meetings set to review Highway 101 safety projects

Highway 101 South of Salinas project
CHUALAR — Caltrans and the Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) are hosting public meetings to learn more about the US 101 South of Salinas Corridor Improvement Project and South of Salinas Access Management Project. These meetings will provide information on near-term safety improvements and...

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...

New field lights shine bright at Soledad park

SOLEDAD — City of Soledad recently hosted a special ceremony for brand-new field lights installed at Blas Santana Park. ā€œThe City is excited to expand the capabilities of this park, especially as it gets darker earlier this time of year,ā€ the City stated on social...

PG&E urges 811 calls on National Safe Digging Day as Central Coast sees dozens of utility strikes

PG&E
CENTRAL COAST — Monday, Aug. 11, was recognized as National 811 Day to raise awareness of the importance of making a free call to 811 before any digging project, large or small. Whether a property owner or a contractor, calling 811 will help ensure that...

Soledad Chamber launches free laptop giveaway to bridge digital divide

Laptop, Digital Device, Technology
SOLEDAD — Soledad Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with AT&T and Human I-T, has announced a laptop giveaway for Soledad residents. This initiative aims to provide free refurbished laptops to individuals in need, helping bridge the digital divide and support community members who lack access...

South Monterey County’s first-ever Youth Summit triumphs

Youth Summit
SOLEDAD — The Youth Councils of Gonzales, Soledad and Greenfield recently hosted their first South County Youth Summit at Main Street Middle School in Soledad. The theme of the May 11 event was ā€œLighting the Torch,ā€ and about 90 students attended the summit, plus adult...

General Election 2024: School board, council races unfold across South Monterey County

SALINAS VALLEY — In the Nov. 5 Presidential General Election, the latest results on Friday showed strong competition for seats on South Monterey County school boards, the Soledad Community Health Care District, and city councils in Greenfield and King City. Voter turnout so far reached...

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Salinas Valley Police Reports | Published Feb. 4, 2026

Police Reports are obtained from the local police departments. KING CITY Dec. 163:30 p.m. Burglary on Broadway St.4:38 p.m. Hit-and-Run on N. San Lorenzo Av. Dec. 175:30...