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Tuesday, July 01, 2008
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.
Were you able to keep your hands off your cell phone?
Today was Day No. 1 of California's new law banning drivers from holding cell phones while their cars are moving.
County faces long-term problems if economy worsens
In an era of layoffs and grim financial outlooks for many government entities throughout the state, the County of Napa’s cash flow remains steady for the 2008/2009 fiscal year.
New evacuations near Big Sur to head off wildfire
SAN FRANCISCO — Authorities on Tuesday ordered new evacuations on a strip of coast near Big Sur where firefighters were battling one of hundreds of lightning-sparked wildfires burning across Northern California.
California firefighters have to pick their battles
SAN FRANCISCO — Cool, damp weather returned Tuesday to the area around a huge wildfire close to Big Sur, one of hundreds of blazes firefighters have struggled to contain because of hot weather, rough terrain and lightning storms.
Napa swimmer Bard tries tonight to make U.S. Olympic team
Presley Bard, a 2006 Napa High School graduate, is one of the eight finalists in tonight's 100 meter backstroke at the U.S. Olympic Trials in Omaha, Neb.
Justin-Siena grad Wallace signs with baseball's Cardinals
Former Justin-Siena star Brett Wallace signed today to play baseball with the St. Louis Cardinals, the team announced earlier today.
Cash grabbed from American Canyon business
A thirsty thief made off with more than just a bottle of water on Tuesday afternoon.
Today’s the day tens of thousands of lives will change in California.
Salvation for Wooden Valley school?
Parents and students at Wooden Valley Elementary School are holding their breath as the Napa Valley Unified school board prepares to vote Tuesday night on the fate of California’s oldest one-room school.
Canine companions join owners at the office
It’s an upscale clothing boutique with not a hair out of place — until I see a friendly, panting face greet me at the door. I can’t help but smile when I meet the happy Cavalier King Charles spaniel named Clementine.
Over the past week vandals ran rampant, splashing vehicles in northwest Napa with oven cleaner spray and paint thinner.
American Canyon retail project halted
While construction for new retail continues at Napa Junction, the land next to the Wal-Mart Supercenter in American Canyon remains in legal limbo.
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