San Anselmo, Fairfax Pet Owners Beware: Dog Chews Pose Salmonella Risk For Pets, Humans

Anyone handling the chews can get sick.

NWS: Hazardous Beach Conditions at Marin County Beaches

Strong rip currents and a large shore break are expected to make ocean recreation potentially dangerous, weather service officials said.

VIDEO REVIEW: Is "The Age of Adaline" Realistic About Love, San Anselmo-Fairfax?

The chemistry of Blake Lively and Michiel Huisman is pure and magnetic.

'Cotton Ball Bandit' Tied to San Anselmo Bank Robbery Convicted

A Marin County jury convicted a Larkspur man this week of robbing banks throughout Marin County in 2012 and 2013.

San Anselmo, Fairfax Residents Invited to Learn Basics of Backyard Composting

First hands-on class being offered for Marin residents is Saturday, May 2.

Another San Quentin Death Row Inmate Dies Alone in Cell

Richard James Poynton had been on death row since 2001 for killing his estranged wife.

Manga & Anime Club for Teens!

Free Manga/Anime Club for Teens at Fairfax Library

Water Diversion Plan Shrinks Delta Recovery Promise

The governor announces that ambitious tunnel project is on, but the proposed area of delta to be restored has shrunk by more than half.

VIDEO REVIEW: Does "True Story" Prove Truth Really Can Be Stranger Than Fiction, San Anselmo-Fairfax?

James Franco and Jonah Hill make "True Story" so thought-provoking!

San Anselmo Historical Society Program

The Happiest Fair on Earth, A History of the Marin County Fair

How To Post Your Event or Announcement on San Anselmo, Fairfax Patch

Share your news for FREE on our site. It's easy!

Q&A With Julie Carlson, Editor-In-Chief Of Remodelista

Just in time for Mother’s Day, the Marin Country Mart in Larkspur will be hosting a special shopping event with Remodelista and Gardenista.

Fairfax Take Back Day is Saturday May 2

Free document shredding, and safe disposal of household batteries, CFL bulbs, and packaging styrofoam for Fairfax residents!

WATCH: Sea Lion Rescued in SF, Brought to Marine Mammal Center

"Rubbish" the sea lion is now being cared for at the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito.

Report: Bay Area Air Quality Ranked Among Nation's Worst

However, the region has made progress in reducing ozone and particle pollution, according to the American Lung Association report.

California Sets Aggressive New Greenhouse Reduction Target

Gov. Jerry Brown's executive order calls for California to reduce greenhouse gases to 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030.

Marin County's Open Space District Buys Sky Ranch

Property within Fairfax and San Anselmo to become part of Bald Hill Preserve

Annual 'Breastfest' Pairs Local Craft Breweries with Cancer Fighting

100% of the proceeds of this popular event will benefit Oakland’s Charlotte Maxwell Clinic, organizers say.

$10,000 Fines For Water Wasters? Governor Proposes Drastic Measures Amid Drought

“These measures will strengthen the ability of local officials to build new water projects and ensure that water is not wasted,” Brown said.

Marin County Sheriff's Captain Hospitalized in Highway 1 Crash

A suspected drunk driver crashed into the captain's car, CHP officials said.

Too Close to Me by Dave Pelzer

Saturday, 5/16, 1-3pm at Barnes & Noble: Join us to welcome international bestselling author Dave Pelzer for a book talk & signing!

Opening The World Bookfair Fundraiser (May 15-24)

May 15-24 at Barnes & Noble Corte Madera: Join us to welcome Opening The World for their Spring Bokofair Fundraiser!

Cal Fire Announces Bay Area Burn Permit Requirement Starting in May

People who conduct open burning must keep the fire size within the issued permit requirements, at all times, according to the agency.

San Anselmo, Fairfax Residents Encouraged to Look Into Commuting Alternatives as 'Spare the Air' Season Starts

“Instead of sitting idle on gridlocked roads, rethink your commute," BAAQMD officials said.

Inmate Found Dead in Marin County Jail Cell ID'd

Officials say the man was a murder suspect.

Credible Threat: Bloods, Crips Among Notorious Gangs Threatening to 'Take Out' Cops

Though the threats originated Baltimore, police nationwide are on alert, including here in California.

San Anselmo, Fairfax Air Quality to be Concerning for Some This Week, Officials Say

BAAQMD officials said the index for the level of soot in the northern zone and coast and central bay zone would be more than 50 Monday.

Summer concert series at MAGC

fun for the whole family, great music, great food, FREE admission

CHP: 6,000 Gallons of Spilled Milk, 100 Gallons of Fuel Make For Large Mess on Highway 1

Both directions of state Highway 1 were closed after the Marin County accident.

Sunday Smiles: Cops Give Sea Lion Pup Ride; Kitty Stuck in Wheel; Amazing Sand Art

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from around the Bay Area.

HIRING? Post Your Job On San Anselmo-Fairfax Patch In 3 Clicks

The Patch Jobs Board provides businesses with a convenient way to connect with qualified job seekers, in town or across the country.

Dollar Tree Reaches $2.72 Million Settlement Over Hazardous Waste Disposal

Stores statewide were dumping toxic, corrosive and ignitable trash into landfills.

Inmate Found Dead at Marin County Jail

The inmate was alone in his cell when he was found.

Buckle Up for Safety! Sea Lion Pup Gets a Ride Back to the Ocean

Sheriff's deputies picked up a hitchhiker and took him home--to the surf.

Trashy Roads Getting a Spring Cleaning

It's all part of Earth Day--and those bright orange bags are meant to catch your eye.

Weekend Arrives With Chance of Rain

Gusty winds will accompany the rain.

Police: Woman Stabbed in Head During San Rafael Robbery

Three people have been arrested in connection to the incident, police said.

San Quentin Death Row Inmate Found Dead in Cell

Raymond Edward Steele had been on death row for nearly 25 years.

Deadline Extended for Marin's Personnel Commission Opening

Term expiration creates vacancy for at-large seat.

So, what is a Biodigester?

Learn how Marin Sanitary Service and the Central Marin Sanitation Agency are working together to put food waste to work.