Community survey to help develop regional broadband strategy for Monterey County
MONTEREY COUNTY — What are the greatest internet service needs in Monterey County? Tell the County about it in a new survey — the second phase of the County of Monterey’s efforts toward future broadband investment.
In January, the community chimed in with the County’s...
Lockwood fire burns 32 acres
Around 4 p.m. on Friday, June 16, CAL FIRE received a call for a vegetation fire near the intersection of Jolon Road and Chadwick Lane, near Lockwood. The fire was contained at 6:15 p.m. at about 32 acres.
Calls grow to restrict harmful pesticide exposure in Monterey County
SALINAS VALLEY — Several dozen community members gathered for a news conference at the County Government Center in Salinas last Tuesday to release a new study that found that pregnant women in Monterey County are more likely to be exposed to far higher levels...
19th Annual STEAM Family Science Day to ignite curiosity at Hartnell College
SALINAS VALLEY — Hartnell College Foundation and the K-12 STEAM Program will present the 19th Annual STEAM Family Science Day on Saturday, March 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hartnell College, 411 Central Ave., in Salinas.
This is an event to be enjoyed...
Sol Treasures welcomes new program manager
KING CITY — Sol Treasures has welcomed Maria De La Rosa as its new program manager, announced Executive Director Betsy Oltmann.
“Maria brings a decade of experience with a background in educational and after-school programming,” Oltmann said. “We are fortunate to have her join our...
Monterey County faces $39.7M deficit
MONTEREY COUNTY — The County of Monterey is grappling with a projected $39.7 million deficit for the upcoming fiscal year, driven by rising labor and operational costs, the ongoing impacts of multiple natural disasters and a notable reduction in one-time and federal funding.
Financial forecasts...
SPCA Monterey County rescues 172 wild animals in a single day, setting new record
MONTEREY COUNTY — SPCA Monterey County Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center rescued a total of 172 wild animals in one day last week, establishing a new record for the organization.
Currently, the center is caring for 133 injured, sick or orphaned wild animals, representing various...
Happening today: Nationwide emergency alert test to sound on all cell phones, TVs and radios
UNITED STATES — At 11:20 a.m. today, Oct. 4, anyone with a cell phone can expect an emergency alert from the U.S. federal government.
The alert is a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System from the Federal Emergency Management Agency in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission.
The national...
