Mee Memorial Healthcare System chosen to participate in Rural Healthcare Provider Transition Project
SALINAS VALLEY — Mee Memorial Healthcare System, based in King City, has been selected to participate in the Rural Healthcare Provider Transition Project (RHPTP), which is designed to help strengthen the foundations of small rural hospitals and certified rural health clinics in the key elements...
Winter Reading Program begins at Monterey County Free Libraries
MONTEREY COUNTY — As the community heads into the heart of the winter months, Monterey County Free Libraries (MCFL) knows that it is the perfect time to snuggle up with a good book and read.
To help readers get their snuggle on, MCFL invites library...
Soledad’s first Step-Up Mentoring class graduates
SOLEDAD — Partners For Peace recently celebrated the graduation of 27 Soledad seventh and eighth graders for its inaugural Step-Up Mentoring class at the Soledad Community Center.
The Step-Up Mentoring program, held weekly from May to October 2023, made a profound impact on Soledad’s youth,...
Monterey County Sheriff’s Office announces promotions
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Sheriff Tina Nieto has announced the promotions of Commander Jason Smith to the rank of chief deputy and Sgt. Veronica Olguin to the rank of commander effective Nov. 18.
“I spoke with both this morning about the expectation of leadership...
Greenfield’s 7th annual coat drive gets underway
GREENFIELD — Greenfield’s annual coat drive is underway, seeking donations to benefit homeless individuals and others in need of warm clothing this winter.
Local resident Avelina Torres is spearheading the coat drive for the seventh year in a row, and once again she has...
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca’s Turkey Trot sets new donation record
SALINAS — Families began arriving before sunrise on Thanksgiving Day eager to venture onto Monterey County’s iconic WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in Salinas for exercise, family photos and to raise valuable funds for the Food Bank for Monterey County.
In four hours, a record total...
Hartnell College Board appoints Gonzales resident as new trustee
SALINAS — Hartnell Community College District Governing Board made a provisional appointment of Sonia Jaramillo of Gonzales as the new District 6 trustee.
Jaramillo fills a vacancy left by Erica Padilla-Chavez, who resigned from the board position effective Nov. 2.
Since 2015, Jaramillo has served as...
Greenfield resident among honorees at Girls Inc. CC’s 20-year celebration
CENTRAL COAST — It was a festive occasion on Nov. 10 as Girls Inc. of the Central Coast celebrated 20 years of successful programming at The Lodge in Pebble Beach.
The Gratitude Gala celebrated the thousands of strong, smart and bold girls who have benefited...
Monterey County Workforce Development Board launches new initiative
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Workforce Development Board has launched Monterey County Works, a new initiative that highlights valuable services and benefits for local job seekers and employers.
The initiative reflects the organization’s evolution while maintaining its mission to provide innovative workforce solutions to the...
Greenfield Police warn of new ‘kidnapping’ scam
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Police Department has recently been made aware of a concerning scam that has targeted several residents in the community.
“We’re taking this issue very seriously and want to make sure you have the information you need to stay safe,” the Department stated...
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Soledad police urge responsible celebrations this 4th of July
SOLEDAD — As the nation prepares to celebrate Independence Day, the Soledad Police Department is emphasizing the importance of celebrating responsibly and making safe...
