Novato's July 4 Parade To Be Held Virtually, Again

One of the Bay Area's most stories July 4 celebrations will be held online for a second straight year amid the pandemic.

Novato's Jack Moffett Named National Merit Scholarship Finalist

Moffett is among a pool of more than 15,000 finalists that will be considered for a 2021 National Merit Scholarship.

Novato Virtual Community Budget Workshop On April 7

Help develop the City's budget and fiscal plan for the next year. Join our Virtual Community Budget Workshop on Wednesday, April 7, 2021.

Novato Fencing Operation Bust Yields Over 300 Cat Converters

More than 300 catalytic converters were recovered, of which more than 60 were from Toyota Prius’, authorities said.

Novato Group To Commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day

The event is open exclusively to Vietnam War veterans.

Novato Investment Firm Grabs Top Honors

Hennessy Funds earlier this month won the 2021 Refinitiv Lipper Fund Award (U.S.) for best-in-category performance for the five-year period.

Novato Chamber To Hold Annual Business Expo Virtually

The event will be held April 29 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Novato High Commemorates JROTC Program’s 55 Years

The JROTC program's stated goal is to develop young leaders and citizens of character dedicated to serving their community.

Student-Led Novato Community Group Condemns Anti-Asian Hate

There have been nearly 3,800 hate attacks against Asian people in the last year according to the group Stop AAPI Hate.

Novato Seeks Public Input On Budget Priorities Amid Shortfall

Despite deep cuts made last year, the city confronts a $2.1 deficit.

Novato Share What City Services Are Important To You?

The City is in the process of developing its annual budget for the 2021/2022 fiscal year— and we want to know your budget priorities.

Novato Police Issue St. Patrick’s Day DUI Enforcement Advisory

Officers will patrol the streets looking for signs of impaired drivers, the Novato Police Department said in a statement.

Lotto Ticket Worth $500K Sold In Novato

The winning ticket was sold at Savemor Discount Liquor at 2001 Novato Blvd.

Week In Review: A Look Back News And Events In Novato

Novato Council greenlights Costco gas station, high school upperclassmen welcomed back to campus for in-person learning, and more.

Novato Student-Led Group Pushes Back Against Racism, Hate

"Not In Our Town" Novato launched a virtual speaker series to examine racism and racial injustice with young adults in Novato.

Novato Greenlights Costco Gas Station

The council voted 4-1 in favor of the controversial 14-pump fueling station Tuesday.

Novato Theater Company Presents Benefit Performance

The performance will be live-streamed on the Novato Theater Company’s YouTube channel on April 10.

Novato Parks & Rec Rolls Out New In-Person, Virtual Programs

Saint Patrick's Day and Easter events are just around the corner.

Novato Planning Commission Greenlights Costco Gas Station: Report

The proposed 14-pump station will likely before the City Council for final approval March 9, The Marin Independent Journal reports.

Novato USD Announces High School Reopening Plans

The NUSD is the county’s first district to announce plans to reopen high schools.

Marin County Moves Into Red Tier, Loosening More Restrictions

Beginning Wednesday, restaurants can open for indoor dining at 25% capacity and gyms can open at 10% capacity.

Elephant Seal With Pup: Photo Of The Day

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Novato Fire Department Announces $2K Scholarship

The scholarship will be awarded to an outstanding Marin County high school senior in honor of a firefighter who died in the line of duty.

Ash Wednesday Starts Lent 2021 In Novato

See where Ash Wednesday services are held in Novato.

Catalytic Converter Thieves Hitting Cars In Marin County

The trend has seen a huge spike just in the last couple of years.

Olompali State Historic Park: Photo Of The Day

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Marin To Begin Vaccinations For Those 65 And Older In Novato

Starting Monday, February 15, Marin County residents age 65 and older will be eligible to register to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.

Novato City Vehicle Fleet Gets Greener

Novato’s future is looking greener as the City takes next steps to continue to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Bald Eagle At Stafford Lake Park: Photo Of The Day

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Sunset From Mount Burdell​: Photo Of The Day

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One Dead, One Injured In Novato 2-Alarm Mobile Home Fire

Arriving crews found one mobile home completely engulfed in flames and a second one on fire.

How To Find Girl Scout Cookies In Novato

Cookie season for the Girl Scouts of Northern California is currently underway.

Call For Kindness: Teens In Novato Sought To Inspire

Kids in Novato have a chance at a $3,000 grant to jump-start their kindness projects.

Novato's Commission, Committee And Board Recruitment Is Open Now

The application period is currently open and will close on March 15 at 5:00pm.

Morning Fog: Photos Of The Day

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Splashing In Puddles​: Photo Of The Day

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Novato Passes 'Rent Freeze' Ordinance

The ordinance will take effect on February 1, 2021 and expire on December 31, 2021.

Deer Island Hike: Photo Of The Day

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North Marin Community Services Food Pantry Team Receives Award

The North Marin Community Services Food Pantry volunteer team, led by Cindy Stern, received the first Community Pandemic Assistance Award.

Susan Mathews Named 2020 Novato Citizen Of The Year

Susan Mathews, a Novato resident since 1999, has been the executive director of the nonprofit School Fuel since she co-founded it in 2003.