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Hamilton's Smog

Grab a coupon or to book online: https://sites.google.com/view/hamiltons-smog/home?pli=1 We test all vehicle, all ages 1976-2026. Experience quick and convenient service at Hamilton's STAR Smog Check, your local Novato inspection station. Since 2021, we've been serving the community with efficient smog checks for all types of vehicles, including gasoline, diesel, and hybrid cars, as well as large trucks and RVs. Our certified technicians perform both STAR and non-STAR inspections, ensuring your vehicle meets all state requirements. Simply drive in for a hassle-free inspection, with most vehicles completed in under 30 minutes.

Marin County

Albert Gregory

Bay Area

Novato

California

Grab a coupon or to book online: https://sites.google.com/view/hamiltons-smog/home?pli=1 We test all vehicle, all ages 1976-2026. Experience quick...

Gaspare's Pizzeria Ristorante & Bar

Gaspare’s Pizzeria Ristorante &amp; Bar is a family-owned Italian restaurant proudly serving the community since 2008. We offer a full menu of classic Italian dishes, handcrafted pizzas, and comforting favorites made with quality ingredients. Whether you're joining us for a relaxed dinner, meeting friends for drinks, or catching the game at the bar, you can expect great food and genuine hospitality every time. Visit us and experience the difference.

San Rafael

Gaspare’s Pizzeria Ristorante & Bar is a family-owned Italian restaurant proudly serving the community since 2008. We offer a full menu of classic...

Local to Novato Pay-What-You-Can music program

Maud Powell String Institute 

We are a high quality and highly accessible music nonprofit for immigrant and underserved communities in Novato, CA. We have a Pay-What-You-Can tuition system in place for low income families. We also provide the instruments to all our students.

We are a high quality and highly accessible music nonprofit for immigrant and underserved communities in Novato, CA. We have a Pay-What-You-Can...

MARIN COUNTY, CA — An early morning crash has slowed the commute for Marin drivers. The slowdown is happening on HWY-101 between Lucas Valley and Novato. CHP shut down the right lanes, backing up traffic to Roland Boulevard. CHP reported a "severe traffic alert" and collision at 6:33 a.m. north of Lucas Valley Road in San Rafael. Motorists are still advised to expect delays and to use alternate routes to avoid the area. There is no estimated time to reopen the roadway, according to the CHP.

MARIN COUNTY, CA — An early morning crash has slowed the commute for Marin drivers.

The slowdown is happening on HWY-101 between Lucas Valley and Novato. CHP shut down the right lanes, backing up traffic to Roland Boulevard. CHP reported a "severe traffic alert" and collision at 6:33 a.m. north of Lucas Valley Road in San Rafael.

Motorists are still advised to expect delays and to use alternate routes to avoid the area. There is no estimated time to reopen the roadway, according to the CHP.

'Severe' Traffic Alert On HWY-101 Stalling...

CHP issued a 'severe traffic alert' after a traffic collision on US-101. 

'Severe' Traffic Alert On HWY-101 Stalling Morning Commute 