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Sunday, June 29, 2008
Reward offered in auto vandalism
The Napa Police Department is offering up to $2,500 for information that results in the arrest and conviction of people responsible for vandalizing cars in northwest Napa in late June.
A Napa woman was arrested early Saturday morning on the 500 block of Brown Street on suspicion of punching her live-in boyfriend’s nose, causing swelling and bleeding, Napa Police reported Saturday.
Does the vehicle code say that larger vehicles like SUVs or minivans have to park farther back from the street corner? I can’t see around these huge vehicles to see if traffic is coming. It’s dangerous.
The Napa Valley Register publishes monthly statistics on arrests and convictions for driving under the influence — and so-called “wet reckless” convictions — in Napa County. Statistics are published the first Monday of each month.
Napa risks bankruptcy unless pensions, benefits reduced
The city and county of Napa could risk bankruptcy if they do not reduce their generous pensions and post-employment benefits, according to a report by the Napa County Grand Jury.
Firefighters in stalemate against Calif. wildfires
Calif. wildfires pollute skies, threaten health
SACRAMENTO — Hundreds of lightning-caused wildfires have turned California skies into an unhealthy stew of smoke and ash, forcing the cancellation of athletic events and other outdoor activities across the state.
Flood project in line for $11 million
The powerful U.S. House of Representatives Appropriations Committee last week approved $11 million for the Napa River Flood Project as part of the $33 billion 2009 energy and water appropriations bill.
St. Helena schools make steep cuts, but keep teachers
The St. Helena Unified School District’s new budget throws some ballast overboard, but keeps all the district’s staff on board the ship.
State grant adds four miles to AmCan trail
The future of a trail between American Canyon and Napa is bright, thanks to a $1.03 million state grant.
State budget slashes could hurt Clinic Ole
Carole Majors — a diabetic and longtime patient at Clinic Ole and Sister Ann Community Dental Clinic — is one of thousands of Napa County residents who may find themselves without Medi-Cal coverage if Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s proposed 2008-2009 budget is adopted.
Boot camp trains seasonal firefighters
She may be pint-sized, but 19-year-old Natalie Peatman has her sights set on big-time goals.
Foothill Christian Fellowship presents its second annual carnival on June 29, noon to 3 p.m., featuring food and drink, a candy booth, games and prizes, water slides, bounce houses, a rock wall, face-painting, crafts and more. All ages welcome. Proceeds benefit Children’s Christian Camp. 2898 Laurel St., Napa. Info, 255-2893.
Should minors be tried as adults in murder cases?
Junor and Marquis Douglas have been found guilty of murdering Anthony Gee during a January 2007 birthday party in American Canyon.
Local tourism:
Inside Napa Valley