'Suspicious' Fires; Council Vacancy; New See's Store: 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:

Several 'Suspicious' Fires Contained In Healdsburg Area

• The northern Sonoma County incident was dubbed the "13 Fire."

See's Candies Announces Rohnert Park Grand Opening

• See's Candies is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year; celebrate locally during grand opening week in Rohnert Park.

Lawn Mower Likely Sparked 44-Acre San Rafael-Area Blaze: Report

• A blade hitting a rock produced sparks that likely ignited the blaze, The Marin Independent Journal reports.

Mill Valley Taps Stephen Burke For Council Vacancy

• Burke was among four candidates interviewed at Wednesday’s regular council meeting. He is expected to be sworn in Sept. 20.

9/11 To Be Remembered During Saturday Benicia Art Walk

• During the Benicia Art Walk on Saturday, Sept. 11, the Benicia Fire Department will honor the anniversary with a flag memorial on the lawn.

PG&E Extends Deadline For North Bay Wood Removal

• The deadline for PG&E’s offer to remove trees cut down for safety after the 2020 wildfires in Napa and Sonoma counties has been extended.

Historic District Tour Gives Glimpse Into Napa's Past

• The annual event put on by Napa County Landmarks is coming up soon. Tickets can be purchased the day of the event or ahead of time online.

Rohnert Park To Hold Special City Council Meeting On Homelessness

• "We encourage residents to share your thoughts on this topic," city officials said.

Deadline Nears For Novato Applicants Seeking Gov’t Roles

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

Fairfax To Hold Virtual Climate Crisis Meeting

• “The Climate Emergency” will be held Sept. 22 from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. on Zoom.