Greenfield police officer convicted for attacking girlfriend’s ex at party
GREENFIELD — A Greenfield police officer has been convicted of battery for attacking his girlfriend’s ex-boyfriend while off-duty during a party in May 2022, announced Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni on Thursday.
Christian Tapia-Leon, 31, an officer employed by the Greenfield Police Department,...
Supervisor Lopez to help lead Rural County Representatives of California
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez was selected by his peers to serve as second vice chair of the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) in early December.
On Jan. 12, Lopez took the Oath of Office as administered by California State Sen....
Salinas Valley News Briefs | June 11, 2025
FAIR HOUSING SERVICES
KING CITY — ECHO Housing will resume monthly office hours at City Hall in King City beginning Wednesday, June 11. They are available for free private counseling and mediation services for individuals in need of assistance with tenant rights issues. Office hours...
Salinas Valley Grad Notes | Feb. 29, 2024
Ariana Mercado of Soledad, Daniel Pantoja of Greenfield and Anthony Rangel of King City were named to the Fall 2023 Dean’s List at University of Saint Mary in Leavenworth, Kan. USM students must end the semester with a 3.5 GPA or better to make...
New Alert and Warning System enhances safety for Monterey County residents
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County’s Department of Emergency Management has announced the implementation of a cutting-edge Alert and Warning System designed to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents.
This collaborative project, which started in 2022 and brings together dozens of emergency response agencies,...
United Way Monterey County offers free tax filing resources for local residents
MONTEREY COUNTY — With tax season underway, United Way Monterey County (UWMC) is making it easier for local residents to file their taxes accurately and affordably.
Through MyFreeTaxes, a free and secure online filing tool, individuals can prepare and submit their federal and California state...
Sideshow activity leads to arrest of armed passenger, 3 others cited
SALINAS VALLEY — A passenger was arrested on a concealed firearm charge and three other people were cited following a series of reckless driving incidents tied to sideshow activity in Monterey County earlier this month.
Monterey County Sheriff’s deputies were alerted about 1:30 a.m. on...
Ribbon cutting to celebrate opening of Gonzales Medical Clinic
GONZALES — A ribbon cutting will be held Saturday, Jan. 14, at 1 p.m. to celebrate the grand opening of the Gonzales Medical Clinic.
The event will take place at the new clinic, located at 133 Fourth St. There will be food, music and a...
Local collaboration brings comfort to Soledad’s skilled nursing facility
SOLEDAD — Lavender Creek Co. and the Soledad Community Health Care District (SCHCD) have announced a partnership that introduces the soothing benefits of lavender to the residents and patients of Eden Valley Care Center, a 59-bed skilled nursing facility in Soledad.
Nestled on 70 acres...
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Young leaders, local artists celebrated at Lopez open house
SALINAS VALLEY — Six South Monterey County students were recognized for completing a summer leadership program and local artists were honored for their work...
