Dangerous algae bloom found in Lake San Antonio
The Monterey County Health Department and Resource Management Agency are alerting those already at Lake San Antonio or those who plan on visiting the lake over the holiday weekend to be aware that tests have confirmed that the South Shore area of the lake
Live auction raises more than $100K for fair
More than 500 supporters attended the annual Salinas Valley Fair kickoff dinner, dance and auction fundraiser Saturday in King City, raising funds for the Fair and the Salinas Valley Fair Heritage Foundation, both nonprofits.
Arts Council announces Fine Arts Calendar artist receptions
The Arts Council for Monterey County will host two receptions to celebrate the artists whose artwork is featured in its 2018 Fine Arts Calendar Celebrating Monterey County.
Policy changes affecting recycling companies
Patrick Matthews, general manager of Salinas Valley Recycles, says there have been many challenges in the recycling business over the past year that are changing how things are managed on the manufacturing side of recycling.
No longer just a dream
Salinas Valley businessman Raymond Costa, who owns and operates 10 local McDonald’s franchises, helped to make the college aspirations of his employees possible last Wednesday.
Greenfield News launches new website
With a brand-new look and more functionality, the new website at GreenfieldNews.com launched Monday, April 17.
Greenfield joins Monterey Bay Community Power
The City of Greenfield is joining the larger regional effort to bring clean energy to its customers. On March 28, the City Council entered into a Joint Powers Agreement for the formation of Monterey Bay Community Power.
Feedback sought for county EMS system
The Monterey County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency will be hosting a series of five community-based listening sessions designed to help the county assess the effectiveness of its EMS system.
Free event offers playful literacy experiences for families
Read to Me Project has announced an admission-free festival for families called “Salinas Valley Grows Readers,” which will be held Sunday, April 30, from 12 to 3 p.m. at The First Tee of Monterey County, 1551 Beacon Hill Drive, in Salinas.
Camp allows inmates to connect with their children
Incarcerated fathers joined their sons and daughters during Camp Grace, a weeklong camp that is in its second year at Salinas Valley State Prison in Soledad.