We need theaters – save Summerfield
Ever since I was a kid, movies have been a big part of my life. One of the happiest memories is going to see Star Wars Episode 1 with my dad. My classes in elementary, middle, and high schools would have field trips to Summerfield and the Reading Cinema as a reward for good behavior or as part of a history or art...
Manager of legendary San Francisco club shot dead
The man was shot multiple times, according to the Santa Rosa Police Department.
A TALE OF TWO STORMS
As we enjoy perfect fall weather across the North Bay, another wet period may be less than a week away. Right now there is little certainty that we’ll get much rain, but let’s look at the current thinking. All of the models agree that low pressure will dive...
Deputies find narcotics after stopping speeding driver in Petaluma: SCSO
(KRON) — A driver stopped for speeding in Petaluma on Monday led deputies to discover more than a pound of narcotics in the vehicle, according to the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office. The driver was pulled over around 7:32 p.m. at the intersection of North McDowell Boulevard and Old Redwood Highway. During the stop,...
West county witches flock to Sonoma County’s first PaganFest
It’s customary in the newspaper biz to find a local witch to profile in October. The Sebastopol Times generally eschews that tradition. (Honestly, editors rarely think, “It’s December. Let’s interview a Christian!”) But since the inaugural Sonoma County PaganFest happened this weekend in Sebastopol, we couldn’t...
Golden State Lumber acquires The Window and Door Shop
Petaluma, CA-based Golden State Lumber announced via social media this company has made a new acquisition:. “Golden State Lumber + Showroom is proud to announce the acquisition of The Window and Door Shop, a respected window and door supplier serving the Sacramento region since 2009. Beginning Oct. 1, 2025, the...
Week Without Driving: The Poor People’s Bus
Last year, our board member Abby Arnold took the Week Without Driving Challenge and brought along some friends. She's back this year for round 2. You can read last year's entries, and her other work for us, on her author page. Or for this year's series click here and here.
New chain of command: SSU Police now under Student Affairs
Sonoma State University sent an email to students at the beginning of the fall semester about the change of university departments, such as the Sonoma State Police reporting to Student Affairs. This strategic move aims to support the police department’s emphasis on student well-being, community, and care, merging the...
Opening Statements in Felony Animal Rescue Trial
OCTOBER 6, 2025, SANTA ROSA, CA - A jury heard opening statements today in the high-profile trial of animal rescuer Zoe Rosenberg, which began last month. A 12-person jury was sworn in on Thursday, 10/2, after seven days of jury selection. Over 300 potential jurors were summoned, significantly more than the usual...
Top Sonoma County Restaurant Picks from a Food Critic, Part Two
This article is part two in a series on top Sonoma County restaurant picks from our dining editor. Find part one on sonomamag.com. People often ask me about my favorite restaurants, and I rarely have a great answer in the moment. I can tell where I ate last, but pulling from the mental archives on demand? Not so...
