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With COVID cases on the rise locally, is it time to mask up again?
WEBJuly 31, 2024. Sonoma and Napa counties are seeing a summer surge in COVID-19 cases, should people consider masking up again? Dr. Tanya Phares, Sonoma County’s health officer, said the ongoing summer surge has not triggered any new mandate or public health restrictions. The county is currently following guidelines established by the ...
Elections in Napa County a mixed bag of longtimers stepping …
WEBAug 12, 2024 · The field of local contenders for the Nov. 5 election is starting to take shape in Napa County now that the filing deadline for incumbents has passed.
Hill Fire in Lake County destroys home - Santa Rosa Press Democrat
WEBSep 1, 2024 · THE PRESS DEMOCRAT. August 31, 2024. Fire crews on Saturday night contained the flames of a nearly 2-acre fire that sparked near homes in Lake County, destroyed a building, caused a propane tank to explode and triggered evacuations, which were all lifted Sunday morning, authorities said. No injuries were reported.
Harvest off to a sparkling start in Napa Valley - Santa Rosa Press …
WEBAugust 6, 2024. Harvest 2024 officially got underway in Napa Valley this week after a handful of sparkling and white wine producers plucked their first ripe grapes off the vine. On Monday, Round Pond Estate in Rutherford brought in their first lot of estate Chardonnay, which is destined for the winery’s Blanc de Blancs and sparkling brut.
Residents of Mendocino County’s Anderson Valley relieved …
WEBTHE PRESS DEMOCRAT. July 25, 2024. An aggressive jump on the 80-acre Grange Fire in Mendocino County’s Anderson Valley by air and ground Thursday afternoon and evening seems to have brought the wildfire under control, allowing life in the Philo area to return somewhat to normal on Friday, local residents said.
Close to Home: Tailor state water rules to local needs
WEBJul 21, 2024 · For our region, any state regulations must be tailored to specific watersheds and community needs. Solutions must be nuanced and local, underscoring the seasonal nature of our water supply and the growing incentive to be more water efficient. Cities and water agencies must manage their community’s overall water use carefully and ensure the ...
Letters sent to a number of Napa officials and private citizens …
WEB4 days ago · The U.S. Department of Justice has sent notifications to people in Napa County, alerting them that their names had been captured in a wiretap apparently related to the federal investigation of Supervisor Alfredo Pedroza.. It’s unclear how many received the letter, which came uncertified via U.S. mail. Copies were directed to people in various positions, from county employees to faith leaders ...
Napa County Supervisor responds to allegations by winery official
WEBJul 6, 2024 · THE PRESS DEMOCRAT. July 5, 2024. Napa County Supervisor Belia Ramos on Friday criticized the release of what she said were confidential court documents stemming from a difficult divorce and said that publicizing them had harmed her children. She also made a veiled threat of legal action against …
Controversial winery planned in Napa County gets formal OK
WEBAug 7, 2024 · The controversial Vida Valiente winery proposed for the hills northeast of St. Helena will be allowed to move forward, the Napa County Board of Supervisors decided Tuesday, reversing a prior county planning commission denial of the project. The winery, proposed for about 18 acres at 407 Crystal Springs …
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