Soledad farmers market returns with new season after shutdown
SOLEDAD — Soledad Historical Society’s farmers market returned with a new season that began on April 1.
Signs posted at the entryway of the closed lanes at 135 Soledad St. asked guests to observe Covid-19 health guidelines, such as wearing masks and keeping spaced apart.
The...
Soledad Police arrest 19-year-old for sexually assaulting minor
SOLEDAD — Soledad Police officers responded to a report of annoying messages between a 12-year-old child and 19-year-old Nathaniel Diaz on Nov. 21.
“After a review of the information, the case was immediately sent to our Investigations Division for further investigation,” said Soledad Police Department...
California adds new equity metric to reopening criteria
MONTEREY COUNTY — The state of California has implemented new reopening guidelines called “equity metrics” in an effort to bring down Covid-19 infection rates in disadvantaged communities and communities of color.
The third metric adds another criteria for counties to reopen but has not been...
Greenfield operation leads to recovery of multiple firearms
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Police Department conducted a search warrant and probation check operation last week on two separate locations in the 3900 block of Apple Avenue in Greenfield.
During the Feb. 17 search, officers recovered multiple firearms and high-capacity magazines. Police said all the items...
Sun Street Centers breaks ground on new Sober Living Environment site for South Monterey County
SALINAS VALLEY — Sun Street Centers recently received $365,000 in donations to help complete the long-anticipated King City Sober Living Environment, the first phase of which got underway last month.
“I’m super excited,” said Sun Street CEO Anna Foglia. “This project has been in the...
Papé Material Handling named Combilift Dealer of the Year
GONZALES — Papé Material Handling was named the Combilift Dealer of the Year for 2021 in recognition of the organization’s excellent performance and customer service during the past 12 months.
The award was announced during the recent Combilift North American Dealers’ Meeting on Feb. 3.
“The...
La Plaza Bakery honored for new healthy, plant-based dishes
GREENFIELD — All seven locations of La Plaza Bakery, including those in South Monterey County, have been named Blue Zones Project Approved restaurants, demonstrating their commitment to helping residents achieve healthier lifestyles.
“I’m thrilled that all seven La Plaza Bakery locations have earned this distinction...
Candidate Q&A: Gonzales Mayor
Voters in South Monterey County will soon be choosing mayors, city council members and school board trustees in the upcoming Nov. 3 General Election. To help voters make an informed decision, Salinas Valley Tribune sent out a questionnaire to all the candidates running in contested...
PHOTOS: Gonzales presents Traveling Holiday Lights Parade
GONZALES — The first-ever Traveling Holiday Lights Parade cruised along Fifth Street in Gonzales last Saturday.
Vehicles covered in lights and decorations traveled throughout the city’s neighborhoods to spread some holiday cheer.
More than 20 vehicles participated in the Dec. 19 parade.
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Hartnell College commemorates Veterans Appreciation Week with campus, community events
SALINAS VALLEY — Hartnell College Veterans Resource Center will host its annual Veterans Appreciation Week from Nov. 10-14 at the college’s Main Campus in...
