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Community survey to help develop regional broadband strategy for Monterey County

MONTEREY COUNTY — What are the greatest internet service needs in Monterey County? Tell the County about it in a new survey — the second phase of the County of Monterey’s efforts toward future broadband investment. In January, the community chimed in with the County’s...

Coronavirus cases increase to 108 in Monterey County

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MONTEREY COUNTY — The number of residents who have tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Monterey County has increased to 108, according to the latest report from Monterey County Health Department. As of April 14, 38 of the confirmed cases appear to have been acquired locally through community spread,...

Salinas Valley News Briefs | July 20, 2022

MOBILE CLINIC GREENFIELD — Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System Mobile Health Clinic will be at the Greenfield Family Resource Center, 493 El Camino Real, every Wednesday from 2 to 8 p.m. The clinic offers services that include primary care, simple urgent care, health screenings, immunizations,...

Community input sought for flood-prone areas to support future groundwater recharge efforts in Salinas Valley

SALINAS VALLEY — In an effort to increase groundwater recharge and storage while reducing flooding, four local agencies and nonprofits collaborating on the Multi-benefit Land Repurposing Program are seeking public input about known areas of flooding and recharge. A public survey is now open and...

Soledad Chamber’s light parade to kick off holidays Saturday

SOLEDAD — Soledad Chamber of Commerce will host the Soledad 35th Annual Christmas Celebration tonight in the form of a drive-thru light parade. Beginning at 5 p.m., vehicles with lights will travel through town to bring in the festive mood on a Saturday evening. The...

Salinas Valley News Briefs | Oct. 1, 2025

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LIBRARY UPDATE GREENFIELD — Greenfield Branch Library will remain closed until Oct. 10 as it undergoes roof renovations. During this period, patrons can access services via the Bookmobile, which will visit Hicks Park near the branch. For schedules, visit eMCFL.org or call the Soledad Branch...

Salinas Valley News Briefs | July 27, 2023

TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE GREENFIELD — City of Greenfield Public Works is accepting applications to fill two committee member seats on the Traffic Safety Committee. Applications may be downloaded from the City website or a hard copy picked up at City Hall. The City’s new Traffic...

Gonzales Lions Club hosts free Father's Day breakfast

Gonzales Lions Club celebrated Father’s Day on Sunday by hosting a free community breakfast at the American Legion Hall in Gonzales.

Author shares story of 800-mile walk to all 21 California Missions

SALINAS VALLEY — Christian Clifford, author of books about Spanish-Mexican history in California, was on a quest to visit all 21 California missions, including Mission Soledad and Mission San Antonio de Padua in South Monterey County — on foot. When asked why he did it,...

Fort Hunter hosts first Wildfire Triathlon

As part of the Army’s Ready and Resilient campaign to promote healthy living habits, Fort Hunter Liggett is hosting its first-ever triathlon Saturday, June 10, consisting of a 1/4-mile swim, 12-mile bike ride and 5K run.

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Highway 101 paving project to begin south of Greenfield, lane closures...

GREENFIELD — A paving project on Highway 101, from the Jolon Road undercrossing near King City to just north of Lagomarsino Avenue near Greenfield, is...