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.

Four People And Cat Homeless After Petaluma Fire

Fast-moving Baywood Blaze forces four residents and cat from home.

Search For Missing Bay Area Hiker Ends In Tragedy

"This outcome is not what we hoped for" Bay Area woman missing after hiker was recovered near a trail along the American River.

Sonoma County Man Dies After Car Smashes Into Home

The man had gotten out and was standing behind the vehicle, but had not taken the vehicle out of reverse when it ran him over, police said.

Suspected 'Prowler' Targets Petaluma Home; Police Seek Public's Help

Petaluma police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man recorded at a Petaluma home.

Two Pups Lost On Christmas Day, One Found

North Bay Animal Services is searching for the owners of two missing dogs. "Rosie" is on her way home.

Former Bay Area Cop Hit With Child Porn Charges After Explosives, Meth Arrest

Former Bay Area police officer facing charges tied to explosives and methamphetamine is suspected of having graphic child pornography.

Float Easy, Petaluma! Floathouse Safety-Launch Fundraiser

With river use on the rise, the Petaluma Floathouse​ is launching a fundraising campaign to make boating easier and safe.

Crab Feed Benefit

Juicy, sweet and supports Penngrove Social Firemen projects.

You Should Be Dancing (In Gold Lamé If Possible): NYE 2025

From pastel suits and Miami Vice cool to disco balls and Bee Gees harmonies, Sonoma County is dressing up for NYE. Here’s a sampler.

PEF Scholarship Application Portal Now Open for Class of 2026

Graduating High School Seniors Can Apply for Scholarships from PEF

Hate Crimes, Neon Chicks, Haughty Hotels, And 'WOW Wall': Petaluma

As 2025 ends, here are some signs of the times and developing projects in Petaluma and one nearby.

Man Arrested For Hate-Related Vandalism: Police

The man is accused of drawing racial slurs and Nazi symbols on someone's car.

'Hate Crime' Charge For Petaluma Suspect In Vandalism Of Former Harlem Globetrotter Car

Man suspected of defacing SUV of a former Harlem Globetrotter and youth basketball coach with racist messages charged with "hate crime": PPD

Animal Rights Activist Zoe Rosenberg Released From Jail: Watch

Activist Zoe Rosenberg was released today, half-way through a jail sentence but the cause she represents continues to be divisive.

3 Petaluma Teens Charged In Homicide Case: Prosecutors

Officers arrested three teens after a man was stabbed to death, police said.

Thousands Without Power On Christmas Eve As Storm Moves Through Bay Area

There is currently no estimated time of return for when power will be restored in these areas.

Early Morning Gas Leak Near Children's Park

A gas leak was reported near a Sebastopol children's park early Wednesday morning.

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.

Early Release For Jailed Animal Rights Activist Zoe Rosenberg

Animal rights activist Zoe Rosenberg is expected to be released from the Sonoma County jail halfway through a 30-day jail sentence.

Missing 80-Year-Old Sonoma County Man Located: Sheriff

The Sheriff's Office said that an 80-year-old man with dementia, who walked away from his home, has been found.

Former Harlem Globetrotter Targeted With Racist Vandalism In Petaluma: Update

A former Harlem Globetrotter and local youth basketball coach was the target of racist hate messages scrawled into the dust on his SUV.

Petaluma Man Stops For Gas In Healdsburg, Leaves In Handcuffs

A Petaluma man suspected of stealing a car in San Rafael was arrested after stopping in Healdsburg for gas.

Pedals Up, Petaluma For Holiday Lighted Bike Parade: Watch A Preview

Get Your Lights On, Petaluma For A Lighted Bike Parade

Beloved Restaurant To Close | Filmmaker Turned Killer | Hello, Again, Airport Gate Goodbyes: Patch PM

Students Organize International Rubik's Cube Competition | North America's Largest Dinosaur Theme Park Coming | Flying Cars In Production

Animal Rights Activist Says She Is Held In Cell 23 Hours A Day

Concerns about confinement sounded as animal rights activist Zoe Rosenberg says she is held in her cell because of medical equipment.

Petaluma DUI Crackdown Nets Nearly 1,000 Stops, Multiple Arrests

Petaluma police stopped nearly 1,000 drivers, arrested three, cited more during a weekend DUI checkpoint.

Shopping Cart Fire Spreads To Petaluma Homeless Encampment

Man charged in shopping cart fire that threatened a nearby building as it spread to a homeless encampment.

Make Lasting Holiday Memories With These 5 Volunteer Opportunities In Petaluma

Many of the organizations that make life better in Petaluma depend on volunteers. Here are five ways to help, Petaluma.

Toy Drives In Petaluma: How To Make The Holidays Merry For Everyone

Last year, 23,203 toys were distributed to 8,449 children in Sonoma County who might not otherwise have gotten any Christmas gifts.

Petaluma Maker's Fair: Holiday Phase II —​ Shopping

Hotel Petaluma will be hosting a day of festive shopping showcasing the work of local artisans and makers on Dec. 14.

DxE Co-Founder Hit With $191K Order In Sonoma County Farm Tresspassing

Sonoma County D.A. ordered DxE animal rights organization co-founder to pay more than $191K to two farms

Animal Activist Zoe Rosenberg Sentenced Today In Petaluma Poultry Case

Rosenberg's sentence for taking four chickens from a Petaluma Poultry slaughterhouse ends a trial fought over the future of agriculture.

Petaluma Denny's Worker Threatened Late Thanksgiving Night: Police

Police arrested a man who confronted a Denny's worker late Thanksgiving night.

Prosecutors Seek Six Months Behind Bars For Activist Zoe Rosenberg In Petaluma Poultry Case

A judge is scheduled to announce Rosenberg’s sentence on Wednesday for taking four chickens from a Petaluma Poultry slaughterhouse.

Holiday Lights, Festivals And Celebrations Fill The Petaluma Calendar

With Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa festivities filling the December calendar, here is your Patch guide to local events.

Where To See Santa In Petaluma This Holiday Season

Santa Claus Is Coming To Petaluma: Where To See Him

Petaluma Police Nab Man Accused Of Stealing Woman's Underwear

The resident told police she saw a man in her backyard on her Ring camera.

Joaquin Phoenix Challenges Sonoma County DA Over Pursuit Of Animal Activist

A "No Thanks" protest is planned for 5:30 p.m. in Oakland by DxE, the organization through which Joaquin Phoenix released his statement.

Barricaded Suspect Hides Under Mattress To Evade Police. He Was Arrested.

Petaluma police were called to an incident involving a barricaded suspect, the second in a week but that ended peacefully.