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MONTEREY COUNTY — County of Monterey Vacation Rentals Ordinances, which regulate vacation rental operations in inland unincorporated Monterey County, will take effect Oct. 14. For the county’s Coastal Zone, however, Vacation Rentals Ordinances will not take effect until they are certified by the California Coastal...

KING CITY — The City of King is set to transform the downtown area into a vibrant hub for non-motorized transportation enthusiasts during the King City Ciclovía event on Sunday, Oct. 13, from 12 to 4 p.m. The event will see Broadway Street — from...

ARIEL SHOW SALINAS — ARIEL Theatrical will enchant audiences with its adaptation of Carlo Collodi’s tale, “Pinocchio,” featuring a wooden puppet on a journey to discover honesty, kindness and selflessness. With the support of friends like a Talking Cricket and the Blue Fairy, Pinocchio faces...

MONTEREY COUNTY — Residents of South Monterey County will have the opportunity to shape the future of local education and community services by voting on various measures in the upcoming Presidential General Election on Nov. 5. Following is a brief summary of the local...

JOLON — PG&E is planning for potential Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) due to wildfire risk in the areas of Jolon, Lockwood and Fort Hunter Liggett in South Monterey County. The shutoffs are estimated to begin at 7 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18, and end at...

BUS CHANGES MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) has announced that, effective immediately, standees will no longer be allowed on any routes along Highway 101 between Salinas and South Monterey County. Once a bus reaches full seating capacity, additional passengers cannot be accommodated. This decision...

SAN LUCAS — Spectrum recently launched its internet, mobile, TV and voice services to nearly 100 homes and small businesses in the community of San Lucas in South Monterey County. Earlier this year, the company also introduced services to more than 170 homes and...

CENTRAL COAST — Utility scams have continued at an alarming rate during 2024, with nearly 15,000 Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) customers reporting more than $334,000 in losses to scammers. The average scam victim lost over $600, and more than 500 customers have reported falling...