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October 26, 2025

Hazardous waste dumped in Marina, Gonzales

Monterey County Health Department is seeking the public's help in identifying the individuals responsible for illegally dumping hazardous waste last week in Marina and Gonzales.

Goodwill donation drive set for this weekend

Looking to declutter your life for 2018? The Gonzales High School Class of 2018 is hosting a Goodwill drive this coming weekend Jan. 19 to 21.

Youth Council brings joy to families

The Gonzales Youth Council completed several service projects for its Kindness Rules and Joymaker Challenge over 2017.

Paving the way

Installation of pavement has officially begun on Alta and Third streets this week after a recent bout of rain caused brief delays.

Hartnell offers free college counseling

With the spring semester starting Jan. 16, free academic counseling is available at Hartnell College King City Center, 117 N. Second St., including for high school students.

City considers rebranding

City of Gonzales is considering consolidating and updating how the city is branded.

Chavez announces candidacy for Monterey County supervisor

A new contender has entered the race for the District 3 position on the Monterey County Board of Supervisors. Alejandro Chavez of Soledad announced his candidacy Jan. 4 in front of the Soledad Pinnacles Visitor Center.

Much ado about parking

Several Gonzales residents expressed concerns about the parking and traffic situation on Gonzales River Road at the first Gonzales City Council meeting of the year on Jan. 2.

Tax prep volunteers needed

Alliance on Aging is looking for a few South County residents to volunteer for the 2018 Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program, which offers no-cost tax preparation services for seniors in Monterey County.

City of Gonzales expanding social media footprint

The City of Gonzales is looking at developing a social media policy and expanding its reach to interact with more residents in ways that serve them.

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Salinas Valley State Prison

CDCR officials investigating Oct. 14 inmate death at Salinas Valley State...

SOLEDAD — California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the Oct. 14 death of an incarcerated person at Salinas Valley State Prison (SVSP)...