Big Sur Burning

Monterey County Sheriff’s deputies evacuated some 75 residences and businesses beginning Saturday, June 21 between Partington Ridge and Graves Canyon in Big Sur—and the Basin Complex Fire rages on, along... read on»

By Jessica Lyons posted June 26, 2008 06:03 PM

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Gangsters shot and killed Jose “June Bug” Soto. Now his family patrols Salinas streets in an effort to prevent future violence.

The night begins with prayer. A dozen parents and church members form a circle and shout invocations at the bustling corner of Natividad and East Laurel streets in Salinas. They... read on»

By Zachary Stahl posted June 26, 2008 12:00 AM

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County picks a site for reentry facility.

After months of scouting far-off spots in Soledad and even Fort Ord, Monterey County has found a state reentry facility site closer to home. A county ad hoc committee wants... read on»

By Zachary Stahl posted June 26, 2008 12:00 AM

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Wildfires miraculously spare the air we breathe.

With roughly a dozen fires torching the Central Coast in the past two weeks, local medical workers have braced for a spike in respiratory complaints. But despite the spread of... read on»

By Kera Abraham posted June 26, 2008 12:00 AM

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Sluggish permitting pushes P.G. Farmers Market date to July 21.

The Pacific Grove Certified Farmers Market is moving at the pace of an heirloom tomato plant, taking its sweet time getting to the point people can enjoy it. ... read on»

By Kera Abraham posted June 26, 2008 12:00 AM

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Atmospheric water generator among exciting developments announced at eco event.

The giver of life has been given new life. Or at least that’s one way to look at the implications of a brand-new technology that local green-project developers Earth Smart... read on»

By Mark C. Anderson posted June 26, 2008 12:00 AM

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Updates

CLEANING HOUSE… Looks like the Pacific Grove City Council will sport several new faces next year. Two of the three incumbents whose terms are expiring– Susan Nilmeier and Daniel Davis–... read on»

By Staff posted June 26, 2008 12:00 AM

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Home-schooled boys with fake guns creep around Seaside High.

Two males wearing camouflage and toting long guns crept through the gully between Monterey Road and Peninsula Point Drive, moving in the direction of Seaside High School. ... read on»

By Kera Abraham posted June 26, 2008 12:00 AM

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The Weekly Tally

suppression costs through June 22 for the Indians Fire in the Los Padres National Forest, which has included 68 crews, 112 engines, 14 helicopters, seven air tankers, and 14 dozers.... read on»

By Staff posted June 26, 2008 12:00 AM

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LBAM Spraying Canceled

The California Department of Food and Agriculture on June 19 canceled plans to spray synthetic pheromone products over California counties in an effort to eradicate the invasive light brown apple... read on»

By Kera Abraham posted June 19, 2008 03:52 PM

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News Updates 6-19-08

THE WINNER IS… Results are in from last weekend’s 28th annual Sunshine Surfabout. Zach Downing won in the open longboard and open bodyboard events, and took home the Waterman Award,... read on»

By Staff posted June 19, 2008 12:00 AM

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A federal bankruptcy judge appoints a trustee to right Cedar Funding.

On Tuesday, June 17, a federal bankruptcy judge appointed trustee Todd Neilson to take over the sinking investment firm Cedar Funding Inc. from owner David Nilsen. ... read on»

By Zachary Stahl posted June 19, 2008 12:00 AM

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Strawberry production booms in Monterey County– and so does pesticide use.

While strawberries rose to Monterey County’s number two crop last year, residents living next to the sweet-smelling berry fields reported a higher number of illnesses stemming from the crop’s favored... read on»

By Zachary Stahl posted June 19, 2008 12:00 AM

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Former councilwoman Susan Goldbeck announces City Council candidacy.

Former Pacific Grove city councilwoman Susan Goldbeck has announced her plan to run for City Council– again. Goldbeck served on the council from 2002 to 2006 but lost her 2006... read on»

By Kera Abraham posted June 19, 2008 12:00 AM

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Friends of Carmel Forest scores more room in city budget for seedling care.

An old Monterey cypress takes the shape of the wind, dark branches framing Carmel Beach. The image graces photographers’ portfolios, travel blogs and visitors guides. ... read on»

By Kera Abraham posted June 19, 2008 12:00 AM

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The Weekly Tally

Money saved annually by a two-person, one-car household that uses public transportation, compared with a household that doesn’t use public transportation. national dump the pump day– an event encouraging people... read on»

By Staff posted June 19, 2008 12:00 AM

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LAFCO Board considers C.V. incorporation– maybe.

From the looks of things, Local Agency Formation Commission board members like to keep up their aura of mystery– although some might call their behavior nonsensical, as well as unexplained.... read on»

By Jessica Lyons posted June 19, 2008 12:00 AM

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Federal judge orders trustee for Cedar Funding Inc.

A U.S. Bankruptcy judge in San Jose on Friday ordered the appointment of a trustee to oversee Cedar Funding Inc. While Charles Logan, attorney for company owner David Nilsen, argued that... read on»

By Zachary Stahl posted June 13, 2008 02:45 PM

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Parker learns of her apparent victory from Mettee-McCutchon.

The Board of Supervisors likely will have a more progressive bent come January, with the apparent election of Jane Parker. According to the most recent tally by the elections department,... read on»

By Jessica Lyons posted June 12, 2008 12:00 AM

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News Updates 6-12-08

EMINENTLY CONFUSED… On June 5, the Seaside City Council bucked an advisory panel’s recommendation and unanimously approved a renewal of the city’s eminent domain powers within redevelopment areas. The... read on»

By Staff posted June 12, 2008 12:00 AM

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The Weekly Tally

Percent of Americans who believe in God as of May 2007, down from 90 percent in May of 2004. Eighty-one percent of those polled nationwide in ’07 also believed in... read on»

By Staff posted June 12, 2008 12:00 AM

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Salinas police work overtime to try to quell gang violence on city streets.

It’s not yet summer and already 15 mostly gang-related homicides have rocked Salinas. Gang members are firing at crowds of people. Brazen shooters are taking aim in broad daylight. And... read on»

By Zachary Stahl posted June 12, 2008 12:00 AM

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Sustainable Pacific Grove gets things done– and raises eyebrows.

It seems like the little organization that could. At only 2 years old, Sustainable Pacific Grove has taken up a big public presence: hosting eco-booths at Good Old Days; running... read on»

By Kera Abraham posted June 12, 2008 12:00 AM

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Salinas city employees’ retirement money languishes in struggling subdivision.

About 630 Salinas city employees and retirees have a problem: Their retirement money is at risk. City officials won’t actually tell them that, though. On June 5, Finance Director Tom... read on»

By Michelle Caldwell posted June 12, 2008 12:00 AM

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Risky real estate market hurts Salinas agribusiness

Basil and Roger Mills, veering from their agribusiness roots at Mills Family Farms, put a ton of money on the line with Monterra Ranch and other housing developments. Now two... read on»

By Zachary Stahl posted June 12, 2008 12:00 AM

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Parker learns of her apparent victory when Mettee-McCutchon congratulates her.

The Board of Supervisors likely will have a more progressive bent come January, with the apparent election of Jane Parker. According to the most recent tally by the county elections... read on»

By Jessica Lyons posted June 10, 2008 02:23 PM

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City will spend about $385,000 on legal services this year.

To haul itself out of financial quicksand, the City of Pacific Grove has slashed jobs and shrunk services. Now, city leaders are looking to lighten legal costs by hiring a... read on»

By Kera Abraham posted June 05, 2008 12:00 AM

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Updates

PLAY MONEY… Last week we broke the story about Central Coast Assemblyman John Laird’s State Park Access Pass, a plan to fund state parks by charging a once-a-year vehicle... read on»

By Staff posted June 05, 2008 12:00 AM

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Challenger Jane Parker narrowly beating Ila Mettee-McCutchon in supervisorial race.

Jane Parker waltzes through the doorway of Ol’ Factory Cafe dressed in a black pantsuit. Her supporters, who are drinking beers and munching on fish and chips, clap and shout... read on»

By Zachary Stahl posted June 05, 2008 12:00 AM

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Hood and Hornik face runoff in November.

Just after 3am on Election Night, only one thing is certain in the race for Monterey County Superior Court Judge: Frontrunner Tom Wills’ name will not be on the November... read on»

By Michelle Caldwell posted June 05, 2008 12:00 AM

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Primary election puts Bill Monning on track to Sacto.

Jackson Browne and Bonnie Raitt are nowhere to be seen at Assembly hopeful Bill Monning’s Election Night party at the SEIU offices in Santa Cruz. Both singers endorsed Monning for... read on»

By Jessica Lyons posted June 05, 2008 12:00 AM

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Horses and dogs compete for space in Marina.

Allan MacDonald grabs a wooden cane to complete his bulky, fatigue-green Army uniform embellished with tarnished medals dating back to World War II. The 84-year-old retired sergeant stands outside the... read on»

By Zachary Stahl posted June 05, 2008 12:00 AM

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