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GREENFIELD — Before heading out on her Make a Wish shopping trip last Friday, Kelly Mata received patches, a helmet and other goodies from Greenfield police and fire departments, which also put on a short parade down her street in Greenfield. FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/greenfield-hosts-mini-parade-and-party-for-young-cancer-survivor/

GREENFIELD — Davi Quintero of Mary Chapa Academy has been named to Curriculum Associates’ 2021 Class of Extraordinary Educators. FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/greenfield-teacher-honored-for-academic-achievement/

GREENFIELD — Greenfield Police Department conducted a search warrant and probation check operation last week on two separate locations in the 3900 block of Apple Avenue in Greenfield. FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/greenfield-operation-leads-to-recovery-of-multiple-firearms/

GREENFIELD — Greenfield Police Department welcomed five new officers to the city during a swearing-in ceremony last Monday.  FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/greenfield-hires-quintet-of-new-bilingual-police-officers/

GREENFIELD — Trustees from the South Monterey County Joint Union High School District heard from members of the Greenfield High School Speech and Debate Team at their Jan. 24 board meeting, during which the students asked for a resolution to the team’s suspension status...

SALINAS VALLEY — On Jan. 2, Greenfield City Councilmember Yaneli Martinez delivered 90 stuffed animals to seniors at Greenfield’s Magnolia Place Apartments, and some were also given to children from their community.  FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/king-city-blue-ribbon-4-h-members-decorate-stuffed-animals-for-greenfield-seniors/

GREENFIELD — Greenfield resident Ismael Cenobio Isidro, 22, was sentenced to prison Jan. 5 for two incidences of driving with a blood alcohol level in excess of the legal limit. FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/greenfield-man-sentenced-to-prison-for-5th-dui/

GREENFIELD — Stephanie Garcia was recognized for her community contributions during the Jan. 12 meeting of Greenfield City Council, as Mayor Lance Walker presented her with a certificate of appreciation. FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/greenfield-mayor-recognizes-volunteer-for-community-contributions/

GREENFIELD — The beginning of the new year marked the 74th birthday for the City of Greenfield, which observed the milestone during an era of Covid-19 restrictions preventing a similar birthday to years prior when cake and coffee would be available at city hall. FULL...

GREENFIELD — Detectives from the South County Major Crimes Unit are investigating a homicide that occurred New Year’s Eve in Greenfield. FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/police-investigate-new-years-eve-murder-in-greenfield/