Greenfield man gets 4 years in prison for fatal DUI collision
GREENFIELD — Greenfield resident Andres Espinoza, 21, was sentenced to four years in state prison on July 27 for last year’s collision that resulted in the death of victim Norbert Azevedo Jr.
“The victim’s wife, siblings and two young children gave impact statements to the...
Greenfield hosts mini parade and party for young cancer survivor
GREENFIELD — Before heading out on her Make a Wish shopping trip last Friday, Kelly Mata received patches, a helmet and other goodies from Greenfield police and fire departments, which also put on a short parade down her street in Greenfield.
Make a Wish Monterey...
Fundraiser brings in $150K to support Salinas Valley resident in need of liver transplant
SALINAS VALLEY — Hundreds of South Monterey County residents gathered last Thursday to raise thousands of dollars for a good cause while showing what it means to support one of their own.
With a turnout of nearly 700 guests, a fundraiser was held March 23...
Soledad adopts new ordinance for dog breeding licenses
SOLEDAD — Councilmembers have made progress toward the City of Soledad becoming the first in the county to adopt a dog breeding license program.
During its April 7 meeting, Soledad City Council voted 4-0 to approve a new ordinance that would require fees for residents...
Soledad’s Spook Fest 2020 offers safe and fun Halloween
SOLEDAD — Spook Fest 2020, a Halloween celebration in Soledad, is planned for Oct. 31 with multiple components, including a drive-through parade as well as virtual and no-contact contests.
“The aim of the event is to give residents, especially children, a fun and safe holiday,”...
Monterey County’s emergency rental assistance program provides nearly $34M in support
MONTEREY COUNTY — Since launching in March 2021, the Rent and Utility Assistance Program through the County of Monterey in partnership with United Way Monterey County has provided nearly $34 million to help keep residents in their homes during the pandemic.
The program used state...
Salinas Valley News Briefs | Aug. 2, 2021
MONTHLY LUNCHEON
KING CITY — Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated will host its monthly luncheon meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 11:30 a.m. at King Kora Restaurant, 611 Canal St., in King City. The guest speaker will be Joe Desmond, executive director of Sustainable Agriculture...
Benefit Fitness in Soledad kicks off 20th year with fundraiser for SCAR
SOLEDAD — Benefit Fitness celebrated the kick-off of its 20th year of business on June 28, featuring a fundraiser for South County Animal Rescue (SCAR) that was held in the back parking lot of the gym’s location on Alder Street in Soledad.
Gym owner April...
Transportation Agency for Monterey County studies options to replace gas tax revenue
MONTEREY COUNTY — Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) Board of Directors held a study session Jan. 28 to examine potential revenue sources to replace declining gas tax funds that support local transportation projects.
The presentation followed a September 2025 board request for an in-depth...
Greenfield Union School District kicks off Verizon Innovative Learning program at middle school
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Union School District recently celebrated its entry into the Verizon Innovative Learning program, a prestigious national initiative designed to break down digital barriers and promote educational equity.
The Aug. 15 kickoff event, held at Vista Verde Middle School, marked a significant milestone...
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Soledad mourns loss of folklórico instructor, mother of twins
SOLEDAD — Community members across South Monterey County are mourning the loss of Elizabeth Saavedra, a Soledad mother, business owner and folklórico instructor remembered...
