The Face of Cannabis Retail
Shopping for cannabis can be alienating because of security measures, store size or dispensary rules. Doobie Nights elevates that game. an “experiential dispensary” with a focus on hyper-local products and credits its success to knowledgeable and long-tenured budtenders and the variety and quality products available....
Novato Woman Arrested for DUI and Drug Possession, Police Urge Vigilance Against Impaired Driving
Last Saturday, Novato officers arrested a 54-year-old resident, Tammy Manzanilla, on suspicion of driving under the influence. The incident occurred around 8:43 AM, near South Novato Blvd and Sunset Pkwy, after police were tipped off about a potentially intoxicated driver near Redwood Blvd and Delong Ave, according...
SMART extension to Healdsburg gets $81M state boost
Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit has secured $81 million in state funding for its planned service extension to Healdsburg. The California Transportation Commission approved funding from two grant programs during meetings in Sacramento on Thursday and Friday. Senate Bill 1, which raised gas taxes to fund transportation...
New report warns that iconic coastal town is at risk of destruction: ‘Without action...
"We’re here to understand the full extent of those impacts and develop a plan." New report warns that iconic coastal town is at risk of destruction: 'Without action ... impacts will worsen' first appeared on The Cool Down .
Clothing boutique closes in Healdsburg; new store to take over
Women’s clothing store Tamarind in downtown Healdsburg is closing but its founding owner is planning on opening a new shop in the same space. Tamarind Boutique is at 332 Healdsburg Ave. and is co-owned by Andrea Kenner, Genevieve Jago and Cynthia Tinniswood. The owners posted on the boutique’s social media page that...
Santa Rosa Community Mourns After Fatal Solo Vehicle Crash on River Road
A tragic solo vehicle crash occurred on River Road in Santa Rosa last Saturday night, claiming the life of the driver, the California Highway Patrol in Santa Rosa has reported. The incident, which transpired just before midnight near Odd Fellows Park Road, involved a Toyota Camry that veered off the road and into an...
Copperfield’s Books Petaluma to eliminate used books section in downsizing
Copperfield’s in the heart of downtown Petaluma will be downsized and will eliminate its used books department by the end of September, the store has said. The changes also include cutting about 60% of the store’s New Books section, according to a statement. In a release sent to...
Michelin-Starred Restaurants in the Bay Area
The famed Michelin Guide has long been affirming what locals have known for years — the Bay Area is a food mecca. Residents and national publications alike rave about the area’s acclaimed chefs and their award-winning restaurants. Sonoma County alone has an abundance of excellent restaurants, from fine...
Slew of New California Laws Set to Take Effect July 1, With Bars Required...
At least four Bay Area municipalities will see minimum wage increases go into effect on July 1, plus there are other new laws targeting hidden Airbnb fees, and bars will have to provide drink lids on request to prevent people from getting roofied. Tomorrow is July 1, and sheesh, we...
More than 70 empty Bud Light cans found during Bay Area DUI arrest: PD
Cotati Police Department officers allegedly found more than 70 empty Bud Light cans while searching a DUI suspect’s SUV Sunday night.