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April 21, 2026

Housing Authority warns residents of fake social media posts about Section 8 housing

Scams
MONTEREY COUNTY — The Housing Authority of the County of Monterey (HACM) has received copies of misleading ads circulating on social media platforms, luring individuals with promises of ā€œAffordable Housing Programsā€ or similar enticing titles. One advertisement stated, ā€œSection 8 Waiting List Now Accepting Applicationsā€...

Gonzales stadium project set to begin next month

Gonzales track and field
GONZALES — Gonzales Unified School District came to an agreement on May 14 with Tombleson Inc. of Salinas for the construction of the Gonzales Stadium Track and Field Improvement Project at Dick Force Stadium. The work on the project will begin on Monday, June 10. The...

Monterey County youth drug education gets a sliver of marijuana taxes, grand jury says

MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County collected more than $70 million in marijuana taxes but spent just $93,000 for youth drug education — the top priority set by residents — according to a civil grand jury report. Some of the largest expenditures the grand jury noted...

Soledad Police remind travelers to buckle up for Memorial Day weekend

Soledad Police Department
SOLEDAD — For Memorial Day weekend, Soledad Police Department reminds travelers to always buckle up and secure children in the right car seats when visiting friends and family. This year’s ā€œClick It or Ticketā€ campaign runs from May 20 to June 2. During this time,...

Last day to register for Hartnell Community College District Special Election is May 20

Vote elections ballots
SALINAS — The last day to register to vote for the June 4 Hartnell Community College District, Trustee Area 6, Special Vacancy Election is Monday, May 20. Trustee Area 6 includes parts of Northeast Salinas, Chualar, Gonzales and Soledad. Eligible citizens can register to vote: Online at...

MST donates vehicle to City of Greenfield, bolstering community programs

MST Greenfield
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Community Science Workshop’s Omar Vigil and Jose Sanchez recently met with Pat Lewis, fleet maintenance superintendent at Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST), to receive a vehicle that MST donated to their organization and the Greenfield Recreation Department. The vehicle will be instrumental for the...

City of Gonzales receives award for its leadership in housing development

Gonzales award
GONZALES — City of GonzalesĀ was honored by the Monterey County Business Council (MCBC) at the 28th Annual Gala and Community Builder Awards on April 26Ā at The Inn at Spanish Bay in Pebble Beach. At this year’s gala, the MCBC honored and highlighted ā€œCommunity Buildersā€ who...

Community Foundation for Monterey County grants $41M in 2023

Community Foundation for Monterey County
MONTEREY COUNTY — Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) has announced a record year of impact in 2023. A total of $41.1 million was awarded in 2,422 grants to nonprofit organizations in Monterey County and beyond thanks to caring individuals, families and businesses. The grants...

Salinas Valley Fair returns with ā€˜thrills’ this week

Salinas Valley Fair
SALINAS VALLEY — Salinas Valley Fair will bring ā€œGolden Hills & Fair Time Thrillsā€ for its 80th celebration taking place Thursday through Sunday at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City. ā€œWe are so excited to celebrate the 80th Annual Salinas Valley Fair, May 16-19,ā€...

Tri-County Collaborative awarded Fentanyl Overdose Prevention Grant to tackle rising overdose rates

Drugs
CENTRAL COAST — The Tri-County Collaborative (TCC) has been awarded a California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Fentanyl Overdose Prevention Grant. This multi-year grant totaling $1,280,985 over three years, provides critical funding to bolster efforts to combat the alarming increase in fentanyl-related overdoses gripping the...

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Salinas Valley Police Reports | Published April 15, 2026

Police Reports are obtained from the local police departments. KING CITY March 107:17 a.m. Sexual assault of a minor on Division St.8:16 a.m. Unlicensed driver on...