Petaluma’s New Café Nears Opening But Still Under Wraps

The owners behind two downtown Stellina spots are preparing a third location at Lakeville Square.

Raley’s To Close Sonoma County Store Amid Wider Regional Move: Report

The grocery company will shutter stores in Brentwood, Elko, and Petaluma, while denying broader downsizing plans.

Farewell To Petaluma Sweet Shop Know For Whimsical Brainfreezers

After seven years downtown, rising costs and rent increases prompted owners to announce an August closing.

In-N-Out Owner Says "No" To Mobile Order Apps, It's About The "Smiles, Freshness"

"What does the era of automation mean for employees at In-N-Out? Would you ever transition to mobile order pickup?" President Jim Gash said.

Bay Area Water Buffalo Cheese Business Owner Trying To Secure Permanent Home For Herd

Audrey Hitchcock owns Ramini Mozzarella, a line of authentic cheeses made from the milk of water buffaloes, Italian water buffaloes.

A Petaluma Original's First And Last Organic Drive-Thru Closing

The Rohnert Park location was the first of four drive-thru locations for "Amy's" Petaluma-based organic company.

Petaluma Auto Giant Moves Expands Wine Country Territory

A sprawling Petaluma-based auto dealer expands its wine country footprint by taking over a Ford dealership after owner's bankruptcy.

Sonoma County 2024 Crop Report Shows Gains In Organic Milk, Challenges For Wine And Poultry

Sonoma County's agricultural economic output shrank by nearly 10 percent in 2024 according to crop report released Tuesday.

Kaiser Lays Off Dozens Of Nurses In Petaluma, San Rafael: Report

Kaiser Permanente has reportedly pointed to COVID-19 as the driving force behind its recent cost-cutting measures.

Local Cheeses Honored In State Competition

Two cheesemakers won Best of Show, while a third was honored for best cow's milk hard cheese.

Circle K Offering 40 Cents Off Per Gallon Of Gas In Sonoma County

The gas station chain is hosting a Fuel Day pop-up to support the American Red Cross.

Trader Joe's Shoppers Crown Favorite Products Of 2025

Bold chip flavors and "sublime" sweets were among the big winners at the California-based grocer's annual Customer Choice Awards.

New Raley's Grant Program To Benefit Smaller Sonoma County Food Banks

Local food banks are encouraged to apply for grants that start at $5,000.

Cattlemens To Close In Petaluma

"It has been our honor and privilege to serve this community for over five decades."

Home Depot To Pay $750K Over Gift Card Violations: Sonoma DA

District Attorneys from Sonoma and Contra Costa counties were part of the case alleging the company failed to follow certain gift card laws.

Avian Flu Emergency Ends In Sonoma County

The most significant outbreak in the county's history resulted in the euthanization of 1.2 million birds and an estimated $20 million loss.

Caltrans Hiring Heavy Equipment Mechanics In Sonoma County

Salary starts at $6,276. Caltrans will conduct candidate interviews at a hiring event Saturday. Watch a video and start your application.

Kelly-Moore Paints Ceases Operations At Petaluma, Bay Area Stores

The company was founded in San Mateo County in 1946 and had 61 Bay Area stores— including at least six in Sonoma County.

Marin County Business Makes Oprah's Favorite Things List For 2023

The holidays are especially merry and bright for one Marin County business and for the employees of their Petaluma processing facility.

Petaluma Bank Of America Location Among Nearly 30 Closures In Bay Area

The closures, which include financial centers and standalone ATMs, will continue throughout 2024.

250K Birds Killed In CA; Flu That Caused Egg Prices To Soar Continues

Egg, duck and turkey farms have been affected this fall in four California counties, with 250,000 birds killed just in recent days.

Postal Service Hosting Job Fair Thursday At Petaluma Post Office

The U.S. Postal Service is looking to hire nearly 700 employees and is holding job fairs Thursday at 48 Bay Area and NorCal post offices.

Petaluma Outlet Center Plans For National Outlet Shopping Day

Over 25 Petaluma Village Premium Outlets retailers are offering special discounts for the second annual event.

Tuesday Morning Closing Stores: Here Are The NorCal Closures

In its bankruptcy filing, Tuesday Morning said it is closing more than half of its 487 stores nationwide.

Registered Nurse Most In-Demand Job In Sonoma County, Report Shows

The 2022 Fourth Quarter Sonoma County Job Market Tracker report reveals the three most-posted jobs in the county.

Drought, Climate Change Forcing North Bay Winemakers To Adapt To New Reality

Tony Coturri is currently pulling in what might be his last harvest, and reflecting on the changes he's witnessed in Sonoma County.

Bed Bath & Beyond To Close 150 Stores; Are North Bay Sites Affected?

The home goods retailer, which has 69 stores in California, also said it will cut 20 percent of its staff through layoffs.

Free Comic Book Day Comes To Petaluma, Santa Rosa

Over 2,000 stores around the country will take part in Free Comic Book Day on Saturday. Here's where to celebrate in Sonoma County.

Sutter Nurses, Workers Strike At Santa Rosa, Bay Area Hospitals

Union representatives say Sutter Health has refused to address concerns about safe staffing and health and safety protections.

Smart And Final Accused Of Price Gouging In Petaluma, Across CA

The store, accused of raising certain prices during the pandemic, has reached a settlement with the California attorney general's office.

Petaluma Trader Joe’s Recalls Crunchy Salad

Trader Joe's is recalling a salad that may have hard plastic in its dressing.

Prices Rising Again At Petaluma Starbucks Locations

That latte is about to get a little more expensive due to inflation, increasing labor costs and supply chain issues.

Starbucks Drops Vaccine Mandate For Petaluma Workers

Starbucks, including stores in Petaluma, suspended its vaccination policy to reflect a Supreme Court ruling blocking a federal mandate.

Santa Rosa Among 2022’s Best Paying Cities: U.S. News

If you’re in the market for a higher-paying career, Santa Rosa is among U.S. cities offering the highest number of best-paying jobs.

National Espresso Day: Get Your Fix For Free In Petaluma

Tuesday’s cup of joe will taste better than usual. Dunkin’ is offering free espresso drink rewards across California.

CVS To Close Hundreds Of Stores: Will Petaluma Locations Survive?

There are three CVS stores in Petaluma.

McDonald’s Egg McMuffin Is 50: Get It For 63 Cents In Petaluma

McDonald’s is selling its classic Egg McMuffin for 63 cents Thursday to celebrate its 50th birthday. Here’s how to get it in Petaluma.

Sonoma Lavender Co. Product Among 'Oprah's Favorite Things 2021'

Oprah describes Sonoma Lavender Co.'s Scented Stuffed Animals as a "soothing snuggle buddy that’s great for the young and not-so-young."

Petaluma Valley Hospital Recognized By American Heart Association

The hospital earned the highest level of recognition from the American Heart Association for its Stroke Program.

Sonoma County Reaches Hazardous Waste Settlement With Ulta Beauty

Ulta Beauty reached a $752,000 settlement in a lawsuit by 34 district attorneys in California, including the Sonoma County DA.