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December 11, 2025

Weeklys Interview: Rep. Lofgren reflects on new term in congress

After celebrating the holidays with her family and recovering from a bout of Covid, Zoe Lofgren flew back to Washington, D.C., on Jan. 2 to begin her new term representing California’s 18th Congressional District in the U.S. Congress. The district follows Highway 101 from...

County of Monterey receives sonar devices to aid in water rescues

MONTEREY COUNTY — The County of Monterey Parks Department and Sheriff’s Office have received a lifesaving gift — handheld sonar devices and training to assist in water rescues.Ā  The devices, called AquaEye, have advanced technology, using sonar and artificial intelligence. The donation of these devices...

Girls’ Health in Girls’ Hands receives ā€˜Excellence in Education’ award from Monterey County School Boards Association

MONTEREY COUNTY — Girls’ Health in Girls’ Hands (GHGH) has been recognized with the 2025 Excellence in Education Award by the Monterey County School Boards Association (MCSBA).  The honor was presented at MCSBA’s Annual Dinner and Organizational Meeting, held on May 1 at Hartnell Community...

Alliance on Aging awarded $200K grant to develop age-friendly plan for Salinas Valley

SALINAS VALLEY — Alliance on Aging (AOA) has received a $200,000 grant from the California Department of Aging to develop a local age-friendly action plan for Monterey County, focusing on the Salinas Valley. The 21-month-long grant — one of 15 awarded across the state —...

Hartnell College named ā€˜Top 10 Military Friendly School’ by G.I. Jobs Magazine

SALINAS VALLEY — Hartnell College has been recognized as one of the nation’s ā€œTop 10 Military Friendly Schools for 2025-26ā€ by G.I. Jobs Magazine, earning the No. 8 spot among large community colleges. The announcement is part of the magazine’s annual Military Friendly Schools list,...

Salinas Valley Fair ā€˜kicks off’ 2023 season

SALINAS VALLEY — It was a packed house inside the Orradre Building at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City on April 15, as 600 supporters of the Salinas Valley Fair attended the annual Fair Kick-Off dinner, dance and auction fundraiser. Guests were served a...

Family fun takes center stage during 2025 Big Week at California Rodeo Salinas

SALINAS VALLEY — California Rodeo Salinas is more than just world-class rodeo — it’s a weeklong celebration packed with family-friendly activities for kids of all ages. Beginning on Friday, July 11, and running through Sunday, July 20, families can enjoy various engaging events designed to...

S’more fun: Greenfield hosts 2023 Holiday Celebration

City of Greenfield hosted the 2023 Holiday Celebration at Village Green Park on Friday, featuring a parade, tree-lighting ceremony, entertainment and various family activities, such as a s’mores station from the Greenfield Community Science Workshop. Santa also made a special appearance, along with Mayor...

Soccer | Soledad Aztec girls advance in CCS

Soledad High School girls soccer
SOLEDAD — Soledad High School Aztec girls’ soccer team has qualified for Wednesday’s Central Coast Section (CCS) semifinals with a win last Saturday in the quarterfinal round. Soledad (#3 seed) beat #6 seed Silver Creek Raiders 3-2 in penalty kicks. Playing in a steady rain, the...

King City, Soledad smoke shops among those fined for selling flavored tobacco and other unlawful products

MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County District Attorney’s Office announced July 22 that four owners of local smoke shops and markets throughout Monterey County have paid civil penalties for unlawfully selling flavored tobacco products, among other violations of law. The sale of flavored tobacco products is...

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Gonzales police urge community to celebrate safely during holiday season with...

GONZALES — Gonzales Police Department wants to remind the public of the dangers of driving impaired and to celebrate the holiday season responsibly by...