Novato City Manager Reflects On Year’s Accomplishments

An Arbor Day event in which 100 volunteers gathered to plant some 80 trees typified Novato’s community spirit.

Novato PD To Hold DUI Checkpoint This Weekend

Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license according to police.

Public Input Sought For Novato Blvd. Project

Construction is expected to start mid-2022 and could take between one to two years depending on the scope of the project.

Construction On Novato Temporary Camp Underway

The work began on Nov. 29 with crews helping occupants move their belongings out of the Lee Garner Park construction zone, officials said.

How To Mail A Letter To Santa From Novato

The U.S. Postal Service's annual Operation Santa program helps fulfill holiday wishes in Novato and across the country.

Novato Holiday Event Guide 2021: Christmas Parades & Santa Stops

Find tree lightings, Hanukkah menorah fests, Nutcrackers, concerts, ice rinks, craft boutiques, light shows & more in North Bay & nearby.

Novato Police Chief Will Retire On Dec. 30 After 39-Year Career

Matthew McCaffrey joined the Novato force in 2015, and became its chief in 2019. He worked at the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office as well.

Novato City Birthday Party: In-Person Event Returns On Jan. 22

Celebrate Novato's 62nd birthday by enjoying champagne and food from local restaurants at the Bill & Adele Jonas Center. Tickets are $75.

Novato PD Holds Holiday Enforcement Op

No arrests were made and no citations were issued, but the operation was important from a visibility standpoint, police said.

Novato Readies To Return Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

The annual North Event started in 1928.

Overturned Big Rig Snarls Novato Freeway Traffic (Updated)

A big rig hauling a large amount of scrap metal overturned on Highway 101 Friday morning south of DeLong Avenue in Novato.

Redwood Credit Union Promotes From Within

Alma Magallon has been promoted to a new management role at Redwood Credit Union.

Novato Issues Police Survey

The Novato Police Department has issued a survey that aims to help the agency better understand community concerns.

Novato School District To Hold Documentary Film Screening

The NUSD’s Nov. 18 screening of “A Prosecutor’s Stand” is part of the city’s commemoration of United Against Hate Week.

Novato Cops Rally For Injured K9 'Nova'

The Novato Police Officers Association launched a crowdfunding drive that aims to raise the $11,000 needed to cover Nova’s medical bills.

Novato Council To Examine Citywide Fees At Public Meeting

On Tuesday, Nov. 9 at 6 pm, the Novato City Council will hold a public hearing to review a recently completed citywide fee study.

Novato To Shutter Virginia Ave. For Six Months

The closure will accommodate a traffic study, city officials said.

Marin Readies For Another Weekend Freeway Closure

Crews will complete work on a project halted by last weekend’s storm.

Marin Event To Honor Women Of Industry

The event will honor Helen Russel, the co-founder and executive chair of San Rafael-based Equator Coffees.

Novato Website Gets A Facelift

The site features a more modern layout and design that aims to improve access to public services and information, city officials said.

Novato Unveils Birthday Bash Plans

The North Bay city turns 62.

Marin Readies For Weekend Freeway Closure

The northbound Highway 101 Central San Rafael off-ramp will be closed for 55 hours as crews work on replacing an off-ramp bridge.

Novato Pedestrian-Friendly Weekend Event Cancelled Due To Storm

The Living Streets Program scheduled to be held Friday through Sunday (Oct. 22-24) will return for Halloween weekend (Oct. 29-31).

Novato Nonprofit Holds ‘Back To The Future’-Themed Fundraiser

The online event benefiting mental health services will include a Hawaiian vacation among the items up for bid.

Marin Theater Arts Legend Margie Belrose Dies At 92

The founder of the Belrose Theatre, and the School of Dance and Performing Arts Center died of natural causes.

Proposed Novato Development To Go Before County Commission

But the project is inconsistent with Marin's Airport Land Use Plan, according to a recently released staff report.

Novato PD Awarded $88K Traffic Safety Grant

The grant program will run through September 2022.

Novato Extends Living Streets Program

The Living Streets Program has been extended through the weekend of Nov. 19-21, city officials said.

Novato Launches New Short-Term Rental Portal

The program follows an ordinance adopted by the City Council in February allowing residents to rent out all or part of their homes.

Halloween In Novato 2021: Trick-Or-Treats & Pumpkin Patches

Your fall guide to haunted houses, corn mazes, hayrides, festivals, Day of the Dead extravaganzas & more throughout Marin & the North Bay.

Novato Solar Housing Project Breaks Ground

The Ascend development at Hamilton Field will create a community of 75 solar-powered all-electric Novato townhomes.

Novato Blaze Damages Home (Updated)

Fire crews earlier today contained the blaze in the San Felipe area of West Novato to one structure, the Novato Fire District said.

Novato Scientists Land $14M Research Grant

The grant will fund Alzheimer’s research.

Novato PD Swears In 3 New Officers

Police Chief Matthew McCaffrey on Sept. 23 officially swore in Crystal Narsaiya, Brandon James, and Tanya Nieto.

Novato Halloween Guide 2021: Trick-Or-Treats & Pumpkin Patches

Find fall events, haunted houses, corn mazes, hayrides, festivals, Day of the Dead extravaganzas & more throughout Marin & the North Bay.

Novato Seeks Public Input On Proposed Pedestrian/Bike Plan

The city opened the 30-day public comment period Monday.

Novato-Based Mike’s Bikes Sells To Dutch Company: Report

Mike’s Bikes was founded in Marin in 1964 as a Schwinn dealer.

Novato Readies For Public ‘Granny Unit’ Hearing

The Planning Commission hearing is scheduled to be held Monday at 7 p.m. on Zoom.

Novato Exhibit Champions Nature

Phyllis Thelen’s "Planet Earth Fights Back" exhibit will be on display later this week at the Marin Museum of Contemporary Art.

Deadline Nears For Novato Applicants Seeking Gov’t Roles

Applicants for a vacancies on a half dozen committee, commission and board vacancies must be submitted by Sept. 17 at 5 p.m.