Sonoma County Allocates $5.5M For Emergency Road Repairs

"We need to quickly repair these roads, which are critical for accessing large areas of the county."

Sonoma County Receives Stay In Lawsuit Over Groundwater Well Permits

Russian Riverkeeper filed the suit against the county, insisting the permits do not protect the environment, namely steelhead salmon.

Healdsburg Hires Amy Mitts As Assistant City Manager: Report

The city of St. Helena announced that Dr. Amy Mitts is leaving for Healdsburg.

County Seeks To Purchase 2 Buildings Near Airport

At a purchase price of $32 million, the buildings at 3850 and 3880 Brickway Blvd. could house up to 525 Sonoma County government employees.

Becky Salato Named North Coast Woman Of The Year

California State Senate Leader Mike McGuire presented Salato with a resolution during the Senate's annual Woman of the Year ceremony.

Healdsburg Passes Ordinance To Extend Downtown Areas Where Chain Stores Are Banned

On Saturday, the city of Brentwood celebrated the opening of its first Costco, and it felt like the entire town showed up to welcome it.

Judge's Order Allows Sonoma County To Temporarily Resume Well Permits

The county was ordered to stop issuing permits in December because of a lawsuit filed by Russian Riverkeeper and California Coastkeeper.

Supervisors OK Plan To Separate Registrar Of Voters From Other Duties

The change will give Sonoma County a dedicated election official and eliminate the inherent conflict of interest, Chair Lynda Hopkins said.

County Invites Community To General Plan Workshop In Healdsburg

"Sonoma County is committed to an inclusive process that captures the diverse voices of its residents."

Healdsburg Hosting Community Workshop On Transition To Districts

During the meeting planned for this week, the public can give feedback and learn how to submit proposed district maps.

Healdsburg City Hall To Close For The Holidays

City officials shared a list of resources for residents in need of assistance over the next two weeks.

Amid Lawsuit, Court Orders Sonoma County To Stop Issuing Well Permits

The order was served to the county Tuesday and stems from the lawsuit Russian Riverkeeper and California Coastkeeper vs. County of Sonoma.

Healdsburg City Hall Closed For Holidays; Here's When It Reopens

The city planned to stay closed for nine business over the holidays.

City Of Healdsburg To Discuss Transition To District Elections

The City Council is holding a public hearing to gather community feedback on the composition of voting districts.

Sonoma County Honored With International Emergency Preparedness Award

The county's Emergency Management Department is being recognized for its Model Emergency Operations Center program for high school students.

Apostille Pop-Up Coming To Santa Rosa: What To Know

Apostilles were historically obtained only in Sacramento or LA. Now, the California Secretary of State is partnering with county offices.

Tax Hikes, School Bonds, Sonoma Farms: Healdsburg Election Results

Voters have had their say on Healdsburg Measures O and R, City Council, School Board and more local races.

Election Day 2024: Healdsburg, Sonoma County Voter Guide

Healdsburg voters are electing city council and school board members and deciding on several measures.

Where To Register To Vote In Healdsburg

Online voter registration has closed, but Healdsburg residents can still take advantage of same-day voter registration. What to know.

Healdsburg Measure O: Arguments For, Against

The ballot question seeks voters' approval to amend the city's Growth Management Ordinance to encourage multifamily housing construction.

Healdsburg Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

As the 2024 election nears, here’s all you need to know about what’s on your ballot in Healdsburg.

State Awards $21.1M For Healdsburg's Saggio Hills Affordable Housing

Saggio Hills Phase I is the first step in fulfilling the city's affordable housing commitments tied to the Montage Healdsburg development.

Sonoma County PG&E Compliance Report: DA Announces Results

A Sonoma County judge appointed an independent party to monitor PG&E's compliance with various safety measures after the 2019 Kincade Fire.

Nomination Period Extended For Healdsburg USD Board, Several Offices

Candidate nominations for select school, city and special district offices were extended because one or more incumbents did not file.

Bi-Partisan Bill Aimed At Bringing Big Insurance Back To CA

The Disaster Resiliency and Coverage Act "is a huge step for the insurance-buying public in California which is every single one of us."

Supervisors Approve Updated Tree Ordinance

The updated ordinance includes 31 tree species with trunks 6 inches in diameter or greater.

CA Salmon Fisheries Closed Again, Exposing State's Water Politics

"Money talks and it's walking the halls of the Capitol every day."

City Hosting Meeting This Week About Grove Street Neighborhood Plan

Community members can learn about the design concepts and share feedback on the plan to create a cohesive corridor.

Sonoma County Measure On Track To Pass: Early Election Results

The polls have closed in Healdsburg and Sonoma County and Patch has real-time election results.

Healdsburg Voter Guide: March 2024 Voting Centers, Issues

Check this list of Healdsburg and Sonoma County vote centers, the local measures, and more.

Healdsburg March 2024 Voter Guide: What's On Ballot, Vote Centers

California 2024 primary election: scores of local, state and national races take place March 5. Here's what to know.

Sonoma County Human Rights Commission Calls For Gaza Ceasefire

The commission called for "a suspension of fighting so that peace talks may take place and humanitarian aid can reach those in need."

Groundbreaking Held At Foley Family Community Pavilion

The property once used for fruit and nut packing and distribution by companies including Del Monte has sat vacant since the mid-2000s.

County To Allot $1M In Fire Protection Grants From PG&E Settlement

Supervisors funded a vegetation management grant program with $25 million from the county's settlement with PG&E over the 2017 wildfires.

Supervisors Award $18M To Retrofit Historic Sonoma County Bridge

It is the largest and most complex bridge project ever undertaken by the county.

Healdsburg Earns Prohousing Designation From State Of California

Two other Bay Area cities also earned the distinction this week.

Moratorium On Tree Removals Extended By Sonoma County

The ban protects 31 tree species with a diameter of 6 inches or more as the county works to maximize carbon sequestration.

First Lady Jill Biden Speaks At North Bay Campaign Event

The event at Puma Springs Vineyards for the Biden Victory Fund came after one at a home in San Francisco.

Sonoma County Registrar Of Voters Makes Change To Office Hours

The change to Wednesday hours takes effect Jan. 3.

4-Story Healdsburg Hotel Approved By Planning Commission

It was a split vote by planning commissioners on the 16-unit hotel with a pool on the second level and retail and a restaurant on the first.