4th of July Sonoma Parade Theme: 50 Years of Magic

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The theme of this year’s Fourth of July celebration in Sonoma is: “50 Years of Magic: A Fireworks Extravaganza.” The Sonoma Volunteer Firefighters Association made the announcement this week as they are organizing the parade and fireworks.

Jamison’s Roaring Donkey in Petaluma Faces Eviction

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The bar Jamison’s Roaring Donkey could be evicted from the building it occupies in Petaluma. The landlord gave the owners until Thursday to produce an updated security plan or vacate the property. It’s unclear if either of

New State Bill Brings Flat Fees for Utility Customers

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State regulators have approved a controversial proposal that changes the way millions of Californians pay their utility bills. Under the new policy, PG&E, SoCal Edison, and San Diego Gas and Electric will charge customers with a new

Santa Rosa Man Sentenced for Murder of Friend

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A Santa Rosa man was sentenced Thursday to 20 years to life in prison for killing his friend whose body was discovered in a shallow grave near Forestville in June 2022. Juan Antonio Martinez received 18 years

40 MPH Wind Gusts Leave Some Damage Across the North Bay

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People in some parts of the North Bay are cleaning up damage a day after being hit with powerful wind gusts. Several cities recorded wind gusts stronger than 40-miles-per-hour on Thursday. Gusts topped out at about 60-miles-per-hour

REFB Denies Former Director’s Claims of Sexual Harassment

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Redwood Empire Food Bank is denying former director of development Lisa Cannon’s accusations that she was sexually harassed by the food bank’s CEO, David Goodman and wrongful termination in response. The food bank’s recently filed answer to