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Measure X paves way for new trail network from Monterey to Marina.
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Measure X paves way for new trail network from Monterey to Marina.

  • David Schmalz
  • Dec 29, 2016

The best Fred Watson can remember it, the seeds of a regional trail network were first sown in 2007, at a Fort Ord Reuse Authority meeting abo…

Monterey County starts granting cannabis business permits.
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Monterey County starts granting cannabis business permits.

  • Sara Rubin
  • Apr 14, 2016

County starts granting business permits with a loophole in its moratorium on cannabis.

Carmel City Council: 2 open seats, 5 candidates.
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Carmel City Council: 2 open seats, 5 candidates.

  • Sara Rubin
  • Jan 14, 2016

For a small town, Carmel has been through a lot recently. Jason Stilwell, the controversial former city administrator, departed in September 2…

Cemex mine reflects human hunger for sand.
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Cemex mine reflects human hunger for sand.

  • David Schmalz
  • Jan 14, 2016

At the Cemex mine, a disappearing coast reflects human hunger for one of the world’s most consumed natural resources.

Affordable housing crisis tackled in Salinas long-term housing plan.
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Affordable housing crisis tackled in Salinas long-term housing plan.

  • Ana Ceballos
  • Dec 10, 2015

As affordable housing demand soars, Salinas officials will vote on long-term plans.

Monterey City Council agenda released; only one sitting Planning Commissioner recommended for reappointment.
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Monterey City Council agenda released; only one sitting Planning Commissioner recommended for reappointment.

  • David Schmalz
  • Aug 13, 2015

The Monterey Planning Commission, whose seven members bring decades of experience to their positions, is being recommended for a makeover. 

In a 3-2 vote, Monterey City Council calls off lease negotiations with Surfside Enterprises.
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In a 3-2 vote, Monterey City Council calls off lease negotiations with Surfside Enterprises.

  • David Schmalz
  • May 7, 2015

In perhaps the first true test of the city’s new leasing policies, Monterey City Council voted 3-2 in closed session April 29 to end negotiati…

As he retires, the four-term supervisor reflects on highs, lows and his vision for the future.
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As he retires, the four-term supervisor reflects on highs, lows and his vision for the future.

  • Sara Rubin
  • Jan 1, 2015

County Supervisor Lou Calcagno had to reschedule this interview because the cows got out. In 16 years as a county supervisor and 18 years as a…

Just as it returned the city’s good graces, The Mucky Duck is again facing restrictions.
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Just as it returned the city’s good graces, The Mucky Duck is again facing restrictions.

  • David Schmalz
  • Dec 18, 2014

The Mucky Duck is back under a microscope.

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