Playgrounds Reopen; Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Grove: Patch PM

NORTH BAY, CA – Missed today's headlines? Here are the Patch stories from Marin, Napa, Solano and Sonoma counties that people are talking about today:

Napa County Still In Purple Tier Despite Bay Area Stay-Home Order

The new order adopted by this week by several Bay Area counties requires most nonessential businesses to temporarily stop all operations.

Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Grove Lights Up Windsor Town Green

The beloved North Bay holiday event has returned for its 12th year.

Mentally Disabled Man Reported Missing From Santa Rosa: Police

Police asked for the public's help in finding Adam Loughman.

Fall At Northgate Mall: Marin County Photo Of The Day

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Marin County Playgrounds Reopening After State Changes Course

The county adopted the state's playground guidelines on Wednesday morning.

CA Playgrounds Remain Open In Revision Of Stay-At-Home Order

Amid outrage from parents and legislators, California pivoted to reverse the closure of playgrounds in the regional stay-at-home order.

4 New Election Measures Under Review By California Legislature

After an election season like no other, Santa Ana Senator Thomas Umberg shared four new measures to protect voters and election workers.

Legislators Increase Pressure To Open Schools As Most Stay Closed This Fall

Assemblymembers have co-authored a bill that would require schools to at least partially physically reopen in some counties next Spring.

Will Newsom Mend The Gaps In State's New Plan For Early Learning?

California's Master Plan for Early Learning and Care is a "starting point," but many advocates point to serious gaps that need to be fixed.

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Priced Reduced On Remodeled West Petaluma Ranch-Style Home

The home on 1.38 acres offers privacy and incredible views, yet is still close to downtown Petaluma.

Benicia Home With Expansive Views, Remodeled Kitchen: $749K

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