Jury convicts Soledad man of murder and gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated
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...
Salinas Regional Soccer Complex hosts free Community Health Day with Earthquakes
SALINAS — Families across the Salinas Valley are invited to a free Community Health Day on Saturday, June 27, at the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex, where soccer, nutrition and community resources will come together in an effort to promote healthier lifestyles.
The event, hosted in...
Monterey County secures $11M in state grants to combat homelessness in King City and Soledad
SOLEDAD — The County of Monterey has been awarded two significant grants under California’s Encampment Resolution Funding program, allocating more than $11 million to address homelessness in King City and Soledad.
“The funding will facilitate crucial efforts to address homelessness in the region and assist...
California Rodeo Salinas raises awareness for domestic violence in October
SALINAS VALLEY — California Rodeo Salinas will support the Man Up Crusade in October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, with a belt buckle drawing and more.
The Man Up Crusade is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating public awareness on the issue of domestic violence. The...
Hot Summer Days: Soledad triumphs over heat wave to host 3rd annual car show
SOLEDAD — Despite soaring temperatures, the City of Soledad successfully hosted the third annual Soledad Hot Summer Days Car Show and Fundraiser.
“Huge thank you to all the people, groups and organizations that helped make Hot Summer Days 2024 successful,” stated the City on social...
County of Monterey’s treasurer-tax collector announces new payment option
MONTEREY COUNTY — County of Monterey’s Treasurer-Tax Collector Mary Zeeb has announced a new tax payment option coming soon to local taxpayers.
“As part of my commitment to provide convenient, flexible and cost-effective ways for citizens to make property tax payments, I have engaged the...
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...
Soledad Police release illegal fireworks statistics
SOLEDAD — Soledad Police Department has released statistics related to illegal fireworks on the Fourth of July this year.
“This 4th of July was busy and we wanted to share an update on the holiday,” the department posted on social media July 6.
In total, there...
Greenfield police arrest San Jose man after slow speed pursuit
GREENFIELD — A Greenfield patrol officer observed a vehicle driving unsafely on July 6 at about 9:30 p.m.
The officer initiated a traffic stop, but the driver fled, traveling half a mile at about 20 mph. After stopping, the driver — Manuel Soto, 33, of...
South Monterey County cities join county effort to challenge ICE facility
MONTEREY COUNTY — King City, Soledad and Gonzales have joined the County of Monterey in a regional legal effort challenging the planned construction of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility in neighboring Santa Clara County.
Monterey County Board of Supervisors recently authorized the county...
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Greenfield teen injured in self-inflicted shooting
GREENFIELD — An 18-year-old man suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound last Thursday after police said he accidentally shot himself at a residence on Palm...























