Hundreds Of NOAA Employees Laid Off In Latest Cuts To Federal Workforce

"You're seeing the whittling away of scientists. The people who got fired today are some of the best you can imagine," DiLiberto said.

New Bridge Housing Facility To Open In Sonoma County

Supervisors approved a $5 million contract with Felton Institute to operate an 80-bed transitional housing facility.

Sonoma County To Host General Plan Workshop In South County

"Sonoma County is committed to an inclusive process that captures the diverse voices of its residents."

Public Invited To Help Sonoma County Supervisors Set 2025 Agenda

"This meeting is a chance for our board to align our priorities and lay the groundwork for the coming year."

Supervisors OK Temporary Fix For Countywide, Sebastopol Tax Hikes

State officials said neither tax could be implemented because, when combined, they push the city's sales tax above 10.25 percent.

Newsom Seeks Posthumous Pardon For North Bay Medal of Honor Recipient

U.S. Army Sgt. Richard Allen "Butch" Penry returned from Vietnam when there was little understanding of PTSD, the governor's office said.

Sonoma County Farm Measure Fails, Reveals Public Naivety

Proponents and opponents agreed the debate over the ballot measure revealed how little the public knows about farming and food systems.

Petaluma School Bonds, Sonoma Farms Election Results

Voters have had their say on Petaluma Measures, City Council, School Board and more local races.

Election Day 2024: Petaluma, Sonoma County Voter Guide

Petaluma voters are electing two city council members and deciding on several ballot measures.

Where To Register To Vote In Petaluma

Online voter registration has closed, but Petaluma residents can still take advantage of same-day voter registration. What to know.

Measure J Sees Sonoma County Rally Around Its Farms

Every city in Sonoma County passed a resolution against the ballot item that seeks to shut down farms that confine animals.

Petaluma Police Sergeant Retires After Distinguished, Decorated Career

Police Sgt. Paul Gilman earned numerous awards and accolades that began as soon as he started and continued throughout his career.

Petaluma Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

As the 2024 election nears, here’s all you need to know about what’s on your ballot in Petaluma.

Meet Blake Hooper, District 5 Candidate For Petaluma City Council

Patch sent each candidate a questionnaire to help voters get to know them. Here is what Blake Hooper had to say.

Meet Brian Barnacle, District 6 Candidate For Petaluma City Council

Patch sent the same set of questions to each candidate. Two of three replied. Here is what they had to say.

Meet Lance Kuehne, District 6 Candidate For Petaluma City Council

Patch sent the same set of questions to each candidate. Two of three replied. Here is what they had to say.

CPUC Approves PG&E Request For Interim Rate Hike

The utility said the increase recovers some of the costs of wildfire safety work and response to the historic storms of winter 2022-2023.

Meet Jeffrey 'JJ' Jay, District 4 Candidate For Petaluma City Council

To help voters get to know the candidates, Patch sent Frank Quint and Jeffrey "JJ" Jay a questionnaire. Here is what they had to say.

Meet Frank Quint, District 4 Candidate For Petaluma City Council

To help voters get to know the candidates, Patch sent Frank Quint and Jeffrey "JJ" Jay a questionnaire. Here is what they had to say.

Sonoma County Halts Enforcement Of All-Electric Building Code

The county's decision follows a federal court ruling in the California Restaurant Association vs. City of Berkeley case.

Sonoma County Extends Candidate Nomination Period For Several Offices

Candidate nominations for select school, city and special district offices were extended because one or more incumbents did not file.

Public Invited To Open House At Sonoma County Registrar Of Voters

The open house will allow the public to vote at a mock Vote Center, tour the Registrar of Voters facility, and learn more about how election

Sen. Dodd's Trio Of Wildfire Safety Bills Advance

Because climate change has made wildfires more destructive and frequent, we must be proactive, said Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa.

Petaluma Proposed Budget For 2025: $312M In Expenditures, $77M General Fund

The draft budget is available on the city’s website and will be discussed in full May 20 during the Budget Workshop.

Petaluma Reduces Speed Limits Downtown, Near School Zones

"Keep an eye out for new signage and check out the maps below to view the areas where speeds will change."

Sonoma Water To Raise Wholesale Rates

The rate increase approved Tuesday will impact household budgets by $2-$3 a month and help the agency upgrade its aging infrastructure.

Petaluma Selects Brian Miller As Police Chief Following Robust Process

Miller has worked for the Petaluma Police Department for nearly 20 years, most recently as deputy police chief and interim police chief.

Lifelong Petaluman Gina Benedetti-Petnic Named City's Interim Director Of Public Works, Utilities

"We are grateful to have Gina at the helm during this time of transition," the city said.

Petaluma Releases 14 Draft Frameworks For Future Of City

Plus, save the date for the city's family-friendly General Plan Fest to be held in May at the Petaluma Fairgrounds.

Petaluma Ballot Measures Struggle For Approval: Early Election Results

The polls have closed, and Patch has real-time election results in Sonoma County.

Petaluma Voter Guide: March 2024 Voting Centers, Issues

Check this list of vote centers in Petaluma, parcel tax measures for Petaluma schools, and more.

Petaluma March 2024 Voter Guide: What's On Ballot, Vote Centers, More

California 2024 primary election: scores of local, state and national races take place March 5. Here's what to know.

Crossing Hwy 101 In Petaluma: Residents Invited To Community Workshop

The city wants to hear from residents on ways to enhance crosstown travel for those walking, biking or rolling.

City Of Petaluma Community Update

Storm Prep; More Red Curbs; Lucchesi Skatepark Latest; Howard Street Improvements; Adobe Creek Meeting; 101 Crossings; more.

Petaluma Sandbag Station Open Amid Flood Watch

City personnel were patrolling road closures, blocked storm drains and other storm-related issues.

What's New In Petaluma: Downtown Hotel, Kenilworth Park, Restaurant Week, Tax Help, More

City of Petaluma Community Update for Jan. 19, 2024. Happy Friday, Petaluma!

Petaluma Releases Reports On Impact Fees 5-Year Findings, AB1600 Annual Development Fee

The city imposes fees on development projects and the money is put back into the community.

Time To Fix Water Leaks, Turn Off Irrigation, City of Petaluma Says

As outlined in the Petaluma municipal code, it is prohibited to irrigate landscaping during and within 48 hours of measurable rainfall.

Bird Flu In Sonoma County: Supervisors Declare Local Emergency

The action provides emergency assistance for impacted businesses, and more public safety and emergency services to address the outbreak.

City Of Petaluma Community Update For Dec. 1

Happy December, Petaluma! Topics: new city clerk, police chief search, new trash/recycle bins for downtown, holiday lighted bike ride, more.