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 — 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 “Click It or Ticket” 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
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
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 — City of Gonzales was honored by the Monterey County Business Council (MCBC) at the 28th Annual Gala and Community Builder Awards on April 26 at The Inn at Spanish Bay in Pebble Beach.
At this year’s gala, the MCBC honored and highlighted “Community Builders” who...
Community Foundation for Monterey County grants $41M in 2023
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 ‘thrills’ this week
SALINAS VALLEY — Salinas Valley Fair will bring “Golden Hills & Fair Time Thrills” for its 80th celebration taking place Thursday through Sunday at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City.
“We are so excited to celebrate the 80th Annual Salinas Valley Fair, May 16-19,”...
Tri-County Collaborative awarded Fentanyl Overdose Prevention Grant to tackle rising overdose rates
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...
Women Empowerment Resource Fair set for Saturday in Greenfield
GREENFIELD — Rotary District 5230 and the Limitless Mentorship and Scholarship Program are hosting the Women Empowerment Resource Fair scheduled for Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Memorial Hall in Greenfield.
This free community event aims to provide a comprehensive platform...
Monterey County Community Action Partnership celebrates 60 years of service
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Community Action Partnership is celebrating a milestone with its partner organizations across the county this month: 60 years of improving communities, fighting the impacts of poverty, inspiring a spirit of hope and creating opportunities for residents to be a...
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Gonzales man arrested for Chualar armed robbery
CHUALAR — Monterey County Sheriff’s Office responded to an armed robbery on Sunday afternoon in Chualar before subsequently locating the suspect in Salinas and...
