New countywide model considered for animal services
Sonoma County would oversee animal control and licensing while the Humane Society of Sonoma County would take over Petaluma's shelter
September 02, 2026Jennifer Sawhney
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Talk of P-Town: Plans for the plaza
A three-dot column of local news, information, and gossip
September 02, 2026
Waugh School District pay draws scrutiny
The Waugh School District board in early August boosted pay for several administrators by almost 10%, saying it was compensation for filling the role of a principal who departed unexpectedly. But the move drew criticism from some staff who received a much smaller increase than they were asking for in
August 26, 2026
Talk of P-Town: A wild sheep chase
A three-dot column of local news, information, and gossip
August 26, 2026
Moreda to remain on ballot after residency question
Petaluma mayoral candidate Shelina Moreda will remain on the ballot for the November election despite questions over her residency after a move to within city limits. Moreda came in third in the June primary for Sonoma County supervisor, when her residency was a ranch outside city limits. Candidates for Petaluma
August 21, 2026
Rising costs, cuts to food benefits: how are locals responding?
About 400 new families a month are signing up for local food bank
August 19, 2026
5Qs with Caffeine Inc. owner Miguel Gutierrez
Gutierrez opened Caffeine Inc., located at the Petaluma Marina, in June 2024. The coffee shop sells breakfast, lunch, and a bevy of drinks, with outdoor seating offering views of docked boats, Highway 101, the SMART train line, and, occasionally, a Cessna flying overhead.
August 19, 2026
Talk of P-Town: The Big Social
A three-dot column of local news, information, and gossip
August 19, 2026
Funds being raised for beloved football coach
Casa Grande High School flag football coach and custodian suffers double stroke during practice
August 12, 2026