This Modern Petaluma Home Was Built for Convenience and Community
A contemporary home in Petaluma with clean lines and rich detail is on the market. The two-bedroom, three-bathroom dwelling with access to a community garden and shared outdoor spaces is currently listed for $1,275,000. The work of Petaluma-based MAD Architecture, the circa-2018 home is situated for convenience and...
Raise a Glass to Her Wines Created by Two Award-Winning and Philanthropic Women
For this review piece featuring wines made, owned, or inspired by women I reached out to two women in the industry that I’ve personally known for many years. They were thrilled to be included and know that they are truly inspiring and definitely worth putting a spotlight on. Pull up a chair and read about Susan...
Redwoods Take Center Stage at Secluded Russian River Retreat
A modern home on 10 secluded acres in Guerneville is currently listed for sale. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom dwelling set among redwoods is seeking $1,295,000. The interior of the 1,700-square-foot home, built in 1992, reiterates the woodsy surround through stained-wood millwork. Generous windows — including bifold...
Employee dismissal, criticism of dance instructor and student basic needs discussed at Board of...
The Santa Rosa Junior College Board of Trustees dismissed a classified employee, heard public comment calling for the removal of a dance instructor and featured a report on student basic needs and updates on college initiatives at its meeting Dec. 16. Board members began the open session by reporting they...
For Sonoma County Artist and Farm Owner, It’s Time ‘To Be a Little Spiky’
The woman signing books at Barndiva in Healdsburg seemed genteel and refined as she smiled and chatted with a long line of friends and admirers. Susan Preston had, for the time being, set her spikes aside. That is, she’d chosen to conceal certain of her wild and sharp-edged aspects —...
North Fire Ignites Marin Parkland, Details Still Scarce
A new wildfire known as the North Fire has been reported in Marin County, burning on federal land managed by the National Park Service. Callers first spotted smoke around midday last Thursday, and responding agencies quickly logged the blaze with incident trackers. For now, officials are keeping it tight: there are...
Game On as Dave & Buster’s Turns Santa Rosa Plaza into Giant Arcade
Dave & Buster's is set to open at Santa Rosa Plaza on January 26, 2026, bringing a large eat-and-play complex that mall and company officials say will be one of the center's biggest tenants in years. The arrival also comes with a hiring surge that mall management expects will add dozens of local jobs.
Bodega Bay Cops Race To Find Missing 80-Year-Old With Dementia
Sonoma County deputies are in an urgent search for an 80-year-old Bodega Bay man with dementia who walked away from his home last night. He was last seen around 8:25 p.m. near Windy Lane and State Highway 1, wearing a grey hoodie and sweatpants and carrying a grey comforter and pillow. Authorities say he is white and...
UC Berkeley animal rights activist released from jail early, weeks after sentencing
Zoe Rosenberg’s medical complications are also believed to have factored into officials’ decision.
SafetyChain Expands Digital Plant Management Platform with New CAPA Capabilities
Update introduces corrective and preventive action (CAPA) workflows to food and beverage manufacturers, supporting faster issue resolution and a reduction in recurring errors. NOVATO, Calif. – December 10, 2025 – SafetyChain has announced a milestone update to its digital plant management platform, introducing a new...
