Vehicle that struck 2 parked cars, fire hydrant sought by Petaluma police
(KRON) — The Petaluma Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating a white Infiniti that struck two parked vehicles and fled the scene last week. Police said the incident happened at 12:59 a.m. on July 16. Two men were inside the Infiniti as it was allegedly being driven recklessly through the parking lot
Independent film depicting ICE activity being shot in Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa residents were advised that a staged immigration enforcement scene on Thursday evening was part of a movie filming and not a real law enforcement action. Written and directed by local filmmaker Hassan Mageye, "The Silence We Flee" focuses on a Ugandan woman navigating immigration, ICE, and deportations. The.
Celebration of a Local Hero – Steve Carara, Visionary Down-to-earth Gardener
For nearly 17 years Steve Carara was the manager, the main worker, and the mind behind the garden at the Sonoma Garden Park. His death from heart failure on May 13 has been felt by all associated with the Garden. Rebecca Kelly, who worked with Steve the last two years as assistant manager, says that everyone who knows
Live Shots: Farm-to-table, just add ballet, at Petaluma’s panoramic ‘LUNAE’
Nestled into Petaluma’s Tara Firma Farms, the culinary and dance experience that is LUNAE (through Sun/26) provides a multi-sensory feast. Its experience comes courtesy of rancher and sustainable land use proponent Aaron Lucich and his wife Julia Adam, a choreographer and former principal dancer for the San Francisco B
‘We Can’t Do This Alone’: Sonoma County Caregivers Share Challenges and Solutions
When a Sonoma County caregiver drops her mother off at an adult day program, the difference is visible. “She paints, she sings, she exercises, she engages,” the caregiver said. “She literally dances out the door.”
Take a New Path at These Recently Opened Sonoma County Parks
Sonoma County is home to hundreds of acres of prime parks and preserves, where hikers and bikers are treated to stunning landscapes, diverse woodlands, and numerous native flora and fauna. But adding more pristine parkland to the mix never hurts. Here are three recently opened and coming-soon parks, trails and...
Police Log, July 6 – 12
Residents and others are encouraged to call Police Dispatch as needed at 707.431.3377, operational 24/7. 2:10pm The Reporting Party (RP) on Morgan Ridge Court said fraudulent charges on one of the RP’s cards occurred several times in April, May and June resulting in a loss of $560. The card was replaced, but fraudulent
Sequoia Grove Winery Expands Portfolio with National Debut of Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
RUTHERFORD, Calif. (July 21, 2026) -- Sequoia Grove Winery, the historic Napa Valley producer recognized for its site-driven wines, has announced the national debut of its 2025 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc ($30 SRP). This release marks the first time a Sequoia Grove Sauvignon Blanc will be available nationwide. For the
Remembering the Rich Life of Michael Muscardini
We are doing a make-over for Valley of the Moon magazine – one of the publication’s regular features – and the makeover subject is Trixie, the perpetually pleasant if annoyingly passive ticket booth presence who sits 24/7 in stoic silence at the Marquee entrance to the Sebastiani Theatre.
New Savor Sonoma Culinary Festival Features ‘Top Chef’ Alums and Local Chefs
Some of Sonoma County’s best-known chefs will join nationally recognized culinary talent for Savor Sonoma, a new two-day food and wine festival at Graton Resort & Casino Aug. 21-22. Aarón Sánchez, the chef and restaurateur known for his longtime appearances on “MasterChef” and “Chopped” and his New Orleans restaurant,.

















