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Pre-pandemic crowds return to Fort Bragg’s whale fest for races, beer and celebrating all things whale
Noyo Center for Marine Science leads events with exhibits and walks The post Pre-pandemic crowds return to Fort Bragg’s whale…
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Frustrated fishermen get good news: good rockfishing, salmon fishing could return in 2024
Our reporter looks at a new strategy to be tried for rockfish in 2024 after complaints about deep water-only fishing.…
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Manual breach of Navarro River sandbar raises issues bigger than traffic
A natural sandbar could block the highway again by the end of the year. The post Manual breach of Navarro…
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Fort Bragg’s new city manager, Isaac Whippy, hails from Fiji
Last scheduled city council meeting of 2023 names two new faces, city manager and city clerk. The post Fort Bragg’s…
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Hiker who died in Nov. 30 fall from Point Arena cliff identified
Nunez-Gamino regularly hiked along the bluffs above the ocean. Our condolences to his loved ones. The post Hiker who died…
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Mendocino County winter homeless shelters are open — with many restrictions
Fort Bragg’s new rules are meant to help residents while discouraging transients. The post Mendocino County winter homeless shelters are…
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Pudding Creek Bridge reopening celebration marks third major bridge upgrade of the century on the coast
But the next two bridge replacement projects face stiff resistance The post Pudding Creek Bridge reopening celebration marks third major…
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Election night Fort Bragg votes overwhelmingly support street tax
County expects to certify Tuesday’s vote by Nov. 17. The post Election night Fort Bragg votes overwhelmingly support street tax…
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Judge denies Skunk Train’s efforts to delay legal case
The argument that environmental damage could be ongoing held sway in the ruling that will set a date for the…
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Bacterial warnings removed at Caspar Beach
Although three-quarters of California beaches are closed at least once a year for health hazards, Caspar is the only beach…
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City Council to vote Monday on increasing fees at C.V. Starr
Last Thursday committee meeting on hikes draws 60 people. The post City Council to vote Monday on increasing fees at…
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Skunk Train’s motion to delay lawsuit with Fort Bragg prompts misunderstanding
Company Store owner claims the motion killed deal to sell building to railroad. The post Skunk Train’s motion to delay…
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Sick and dead sea lions pose risk to dogs
A population explosion in all marine mammals is changing the marine environment. The post Sick and dead sea lions pose…
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Fort Bragg city manager’s resignation accepted in closed session
Peggy Ducey will stay on in transition role for up to six months. The post Fort Bragg city manager’s resignation…
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County will work on water issue during one year Mendocino tent reprieve
A crowded meeting on the coast led to a discussion of the multiple issues at play in regulating the restaurant…
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Caltrans will close Pudding Creek Bridge to all traffic during nights on Sept. 6 & 7
In surprise, Caltrans unveils scenic railing that depicts salmon The post Caltrans will close Pudding Creek Bridge to all traffic…
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Pelicans, murres and whales are feasting off-shore on huge anchovy schools
Scientists advance theories on the mysterious influx of anchovies in a warmer ocean The post Pelicans, murres and whales are…
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Tuesday’s National Night Out in Fort Bragg: Lots of laughs, sober lessons
Kids tried to drive with “beer goggles” at this week's event. The post Tuesday’s National Night Out in Fort Bragg:…
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New pickleball courts in Fort Bragg launched with a thwack
Locals win silver medal in the sport in at a San Francisco competition. The post New pickleball courts in Fort…
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Animal rescue leaders countywide hold summit in Willits, Coast leaders react
What does the future hold for animal rescue and welfare on the Mendocino Coast? The post Animal rescue leaders countywide…
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