YWCA to open first South Monterey County shelter for domestic violence survivors
MONTEREY COUNTY — YWCA Monterey County is expanding its services by opening its first transitional housing location in South Monterey County for women and families impacted by domestic violence.
The confidential site — planned to open the week of Nov. 24 — will include 10...
SNIP mobilizes resources for pets in need this Thanksgiving in Greenfield
GREENFIELD — SNIP (Spay Neuter Imperative Project) identified a critical need for dog and cat food in South Monterey County and is mobilizing urgent support to address it.
On Nov. 22, SNIP will coordinate the collection of a truckload of dog food from Pet Food...
Braga Fresh to close Salinas facility, cutting 260 Jobs
SOLEDAD — Braga Fresh, the Soledad-based grower-shipper known for its fresh vegetables and packaged salads, plans to close its Salinas processing plant, resulting in the loss of about 260 jobs, according to a state WARN Act filing.
The closure was disclosed in documents submitted Nov....
Gonzales Library announces temporary closure for relocation to new community center
GONZALES — Monterey County Free Libraries (MCFL) has announced the upcoming relocation of the Gonzales Library to the new Dennis and Janice Caprara Community Center Complex.
According to MCFL, the move will “provide an enhanced experience for patrons, integrating library services more closely with other...
Soledad Chamber launches innovative Shop Local Program
SOLEDAD — Soledad Chamber of Commerce has announced the launch of its Shop Local Program in the form of a “Soledad Chamber eGift Card.”
Unlike traditional gift cards tied to a single store, the Soledad Chamber eGift Card can be redeemed at any participating local...
Salinas Valley cities mark Veterans Day with inaugural parade, annual events
SALINAS VALLEY — Communities throughout the Salinas Valley commemorated Veterans Day last Tuesday with new traditions, revived programs and longstanding tributes honoring local service members.
Greenfield marked the Nov. 11 holiday with its first-ever Veterans Day Parade, drawing local veterans, city officials, community groups and...
Gang members ordered to stand trial for 2024 South Monterey County homicides
SALINAS VALLEY — Three Norteño gang members have been ordered to stand trial on dozens of charges connected to two mass-casualty shootings that devastated South Monterey County in early 2024, according to the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office.
District Attorney Jeannine Pacioni announced Nov. 13...
Soledad’s Día de los Muertos Celebration draws more than 500 attendees
SOLEDAD — City of Soledad hosted its third annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration on Nov. 1, welcoming more than 500 attendees to the Soledad Community Center for an evening of culture, community and meaningful remembrance.
The family-friendly event honored the...
First electric street sweeper rolls into South Monterey County
MONTEREY COUNTY — The County of Monterey has deployed its first-ever electric street sweeper in South Monterey County, marking a milestone in both sustainability and community investment.
The new equipment made its debut Oct. 31 in San Lucas, where the Monterey County Public Works’ Greenfield...
Flock camera alerts Greenfield Police of stolen vehicle
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Police Department was alerted by the Flock Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) system of a stolen vehicle traveling toward Greenfield on Nov. 5.
Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop on southbound Highway 101 near Espinoza Road, where the three...
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Greenfield serves more than 600 meals at 2nd annual Day of...
GREENFIELD — More than 600 meals were shared Sunday as the community gathered for Greenfield’s second annual A Day of Thanks dinner at Greenfield...
