Friday, February 27
Closing the Gap
Monterey city leaders plug a $3.1 million shortfall.
Monterey city leaders plug a $3.1 million shortfall.
Thursday, February 26
Of Meatballs and More
From above-and-beyond events to Underground Dining.
From above-and-beyond events to Underground Dining.
Home Page
Spacious quarters in a historic neighborhood.
Spacious quarters in a historic neighborhood.
Concrete Progress
Green movement gives new life to a unique design element.
Green movement gives new life to a unique design element.
No Bull
Salinas Cowboy tries to rope in support for charitable rodeo to stop violence.
Salinas Cowboy tries to rope in support for charitable rodeo to stop violence.
Falls, in Love
Winter marks a great time to get enamored with Big Sur’s Salmon Creek Falls.
Winter marks a great time to get enamored with Big Sur’s Salmon Creek Falls.
Letters to the Editor for Feb 26, 2009
Letters to the Editor for Feb 26, 2009
Fire Power
Salinas police officer misused deadly force in two shootings, attorney says.
Salinas police officer misused deadly force in two shootings, attorney says.
Sour Note
Monterey Peninsula schools may lose music funding.
Monterey Peninsula schools may lose music funding.
What is your favorite house chore? What is your least favorite?
Asked at 7-Eleven in Del Rey Oaks.
Asked at 7-Eleven in Del Rey Oaks.
Two Lovers
Brooklyn Rules (Still): Forget the Letterman show – Joaquin Phoenix returns to form in Two Lovers.
Brooklyn Rules (Still): Forget the Letterman show – Joaquin Phoenix returns to form in Two Lovers.
Put a Price on Pollution
Being green is easy, but it’s hard being green enough.
Being green is easy, but it’s hard being green enough.
Sierra Mar Restaurant
Wow in Winter: Decorated area chefs share their favorite ways to seize the chill season at home.
Wow in Winter: Decorated area chefs share their favorite ways to seize the chill season at home.
Low-Income Labs
State credit crunch puts squeeze on local science.
State credit crunch puts squeeze on local science.
¡Ask A Mexican! for Feb 26, 2009
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
Banner Day
Local sign-maker thrives while making eco know-how a priority for everyone she works with.
Local sign-maker thrives while making eco know-how a priority for everyone she works with.
The Ripple Effect
Green building packs Monterey County’s calendar.
Green building packs Monterey County’s calendar.
Home Green Home
Today, local leaders unveil a new guide to earthing up your nest.
Today, local leaders unveil a new guide to earthing up your nest.
Good Growth
Rana Creek Living Architecture reframes the environmentalist-developer debate.
Rana Creek Living Architecture reframes the environmentalist-developer debate.
Three Point Play
Guitar Blues tour bundles Ruthie Foster, Jorma Kaukonen and Robben Ford in one show.
Guitar Blues tour bundles Ruthie Foster, Jorma Kaukonen and Robben Ford in one show.
Wednesday, February 25
Totally Tubular
MBARI scientists unlock transparent fish mystery.
MBARI scientists unlock transparent fish mystery.
Monday, February 23
"Slumdog '' Celebrations in India
Despite controversies, indie film stirs national pride
Despite controversies, indie film stirs national pride
Sunday, February 22
NAACP Centennial Life Membership Banquet
Local dignitaries celebrate the NAACP 100th anniversary at Embassy Suites
Local dignitaries celebrate the NAACP 100th anniversary at Embassy Suites
Friday, February 20
Officer Misfire
Salinas police chief admits error in officer-involved shooting
Salinas police chief admits error in officer-involved shooting
Thursday, February 19
Man of the Hour
California gets a budget, Maldonado gets an open primary.
California gets a budget, Maldonado gets an open primary.
Extras Helping
Locals turn out to complete a big scene for feature flick Carmel.
Locals turn out to complete a big scene for feature flick Carmel.
Labor Pains
A very timely Waiting for Lefty revival shines in Carmel.
A very timely Waiting for Lefty revival shines in Carmel.
Black is Back
Lewis Black brings rants, raves to Monterey.
Lewis Black brings rants, raves to Monterey.
Booster Shot
Monterey County projects vie for federal stimulus funds.
Monterey County projects vie for federal stimulus funds.
Condor Conundrum
Endangered birds versus green energy in the Salinas Valley.
Endangered birds versus green energy in the Salinas Valley.
Well Versed
Poet Donald Hall’s work is non-confessional, but moving and carefully wrought.
Poet Donald Hall’s work is non-confessional, but moving and carefully wrought.
What is the funniest thing you’ve seen in recent memory?
Asked at Monterey Transit Plaza.
Asked at Monterey Transit Plaza.
Soul Man
Dick Gregory is still preaching the gospel of comedy and civil rights.
Dick Gregory is still preaching the gospel of comedy and civil rights.
Getting Heated
Hillside Fire sparks New Monterey two nights in a row.
Hillside Fire sparks New Monterey two nights in a row.
Fashion Conscious
Plato’s Closet recycles building blocks and designer duds.
Plato’s Closet recycles building blocks and designer duds.
All Eyes on Abel
As the state budget deadlock continues, Dems and Schwarzenegger woo Central Coast senator.
As the state budget deadlock continues, Dems and Schwarzenegger woo Central Coast senator.
Chapala Mexican Restaurant
Pillar Talk: New owners, updated décor, but Chapala’s fresh Mexican fare remains.
Pillar Talk: New owners, updated décor, but Chapala’s fresh Mexican fare remains.
Oscar, Anyone?
Who do you think will take the honors Sunday – Slumdog or Sean Penn and his pals?
Who do you think will take the honors Sunday – Slumdog or Sean Penn and his pals?
Waltz with Bashir
World Gone Wrong: Waltz with Bashir recalls Israel-Lebanon war through a modern lens.
World Gone Wrong: Waltz with Bashir recalls Israel-Lebanon war through a modern lens.
Sun Guzzlers
Nation’s richest winemaker builds county’s biggest solar system.
Nation’s richest winemaker builds county’s biggest solar system.
Valley Rising
Another way to help lift Salinas: By its taste buds.
Another way to help lift Salinas: By its taste buds.
Still Rolling
Del Monte Gardens skates through the eras attracting families to the rink.
Del Monte Gardens skates through the eras attracting families to the rink.
¡Ask A Mexican! for Feb 19, 2009
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
Letters to the Editor for Feb 19, 2009
Letters to the Editor for Feb 19, 2009
Home Page
Great views and warmth in the Carmel Highlands.
Great views and warmth in the Carmel Highlands.
Shootings Continue
Two teens shot in Salinas, police make arrest on January homicide
Two teens shot in Salinas, police make arrest on January homicide
Riding Grails
A rock quartet that’s hard to quit – and appearing soon at Big Sur’s Fernwood.
A rock quartet that’s hard to quit – and appearing soon at Big Sur’s Fernwood.
Ganging Up on Violence
Why can’t Salinas do what Santa Barbara did?
Why can’t Salinas do what Santa Barbara did?
Wednesday, February 18
Read My Lips
Schwarzenegger: “You can’t erase a $42 billion problem without revenue increases.”
Schwarzenegger: “You can’t erase a $42 billion problem without revenue increases.”
Tuesday, February 17
Slideshow
Folk legend Joan Baez warms up a rainy Monday night in Monterey.
Folk legend Joan Baez warms up a rainy Monday night in Monterey.
Sunday, February 15
Meet Mr. Panetta
Local Hero: Leon Panetta
Locals hail him as the Central Coast’s environmental watchdog on Capitol Hill. He devotes his time to civil rights legislation, an end to homelessness and hunger, and fair employment for all Americans.
Rain Delay
Wet and windy weather delays the final day of the Pro Am.
Wet and windy weather delays the final day of the Pro Am.
Saturday, February 14
Friday, February 13
Slideshow
Images from the second round of the 2009 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro Am.
Images from the second round of the 2009 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro Am.
Village Person
Promising new Carmel restaurant Mundaka names Brandon Miller chef.
Promising new Carmel restaurant Mundaka names Brandon Miller chef.
Thursday, February 12
What is the real reason Tiger Woods is not attending the AT&T Pro Am?
Asked at Quail Lodge in Carmel Valley.
Asked at Quail Lodge in Carmel Valley.
Deep Freeze
State budget impasse puts local environmental projects in “freefall.”
State budget impasse puts local environmental projects in “freefall.”
Friday the 13th
Slash-Back: Friday the 13th revisits the screams – and the laughs – of the vintage ’80s horror classic.
Slash-Back: Friday the 13th revisits the screams – and the laughs – of the vintage ’80s horror classic.
Henry’s BBQ
On ’Cue: Henry’s BBQ delivers home-style favorites in New Monterey.
On ’Cue: Henry’s BBQ delivers home-style favorites in New Monterey.
Welcome Wagon
Trish Sullivan bids for state visitor center in downtown Salinas to attract tourism.
Trish Sullivan bids for state visitor center in downtown Salinas to attract tourism.
Supes Say “Hell, No’’
Monterey County joins other local governments in multi-billion lawsuit against the state.
Monterey County joins other local governments in multi-billion lawsuit against the state.
Folk City
Memories of Joan Baez, as she returns to Monterey.
Memories of Joan Baez, as she returns to Monterey.
Legally Frugal
A different approach to law inspired a DLI grad to help locals in a pinch.
A different approach to law inspired a DLI grad to help locals in a pinch.
The International
Cashing Out: Watts’ up: The International overdraws on the current financial meltdown.
Cashing Out: Watts’ up: The International overdraws on the current financial meltdown.
California’s Budget Crisis
Observations of a first-term legislator.
Observations of a first-term legislator.
Across the Cutting Board
Seaside, Salinas trim salaries to balance budgets.
Seaside, Salinas trim salaries to balance budgets.
Fearsome Foursome
Assembling the best grouping AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am has ever seen.
Assembling the best grouping AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am has ever seen.
Three’s Company
Music scene alive and well a pebble’s throw away from Pro-Am celeb scene.
Music scene alive and well a pebble’s throw away from Pro-Am celeb scene.
Rich Dishes
Where the AT&T winner should consider investing his ample cash.
Where the AT&T winner should consider investing his ample cash.
Letters to the Editor for Feb 12, 2009
Letters to the Editor for Feb 12, 2009
¡Ask A Mexican! for Feb 12, 2009
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
Pet Project
Monterey’s emergency veterinary center provides a vital after-hours service for pets in distress.
Monterey’s emergency veterinary center provides a vital after-hours service for pets in distress.
Four Play
Tinkering with the AT&T Pro-Am pairings puts the most exciting players on one course.
Tinkering with the AT&T Pro-Am pairings puts the most exciting players on one course.
Moth Landing
Apple moth rearing station relocates to North County.
Apple moth rearing station relocates to North County.
Wednesday, February 11
Breaking Boundaries
MPUSD unveils major school boundary shakeup, affecting 11 schools
MPUSD unveils major school boundary shakeup, affecting 11 schools
Above Par Blog
From the rowdiest galleries to the most scenic greens, follow photo posts logged directly from the Pebble Beach AT&T Pro-Am.
From the rowdiest galleries to the most scenic greens, follow photo posts logged directly from the Pebble Beach AT&T Pro-Am.
Tuesday, February 10
Green Vision
Delgado: harsh economic times threaten Marina’s future, but promise lies in downtown
Delgado: harsh economic times threaten Marina’s future, but promise lies in downtown
Supes Fight Back
Monterey County joins multi-billion lawsuit against the state.
Monterey County joins multi-billion lawsuit against the state.
Monday, February 9
Meg for Guv
Former eBay CEO announces she’ll run for governor in 2010.
Former eBay CEO announces she’ll run for governor in 2010.
Tipsters Wanted
Salinas considers new anonymous, crime tip line
Salinas considers new anonymous, crime tip line
Friday, February 6
Bald and Brave
Pacific Wildlife Care treats Big Sur bald eagle.
Pacific Wildlife Care treats Big Sur bald eagle.
Imagine Peace
Donohue says gang violence will continue; more police and community involvement needed
Donohue says gang violence will continue; more police and community involvement needed
Thursday, February 5
Across the Cutting Board
Seaside City Council considers reducing salaries, closing City Hall on Fridays.
Seaside City Council considers reducing salaries, closing City Hall on Fridays.
TED Talks Head South
Visionary conference moves from Monterey to Long Beach
Visionary conference moves from Monterey to Long Beach
What Michael Phelps Should Have Said
Yes, I inhaled - and I’m not sorry.
Yes, I inhaled - and I’m not sorry.
Let the Film Roll
Monterey Movie Tours star enough information to entertain and educate locals as wells as visitors.
Monterey Movie Tours star enough information to entertain and educate locals as wells as visitors.
Coraline
The Children’s Hour: Redefining kiddie cinema for all ages.
The Children’s Hour: Redefining kiddie cinema for all ages.
food & wine 09 -- French Twist
Studying wine in France reveals good news about Monterey County wine.
Studying wine in France reveals good news about Monterey County wine.
Seaside Rising
As the town becomes more affordable, community work flourishes.
As the town becomes more affordable, community work flourishes.
Food & Wine 09 -- Fertile Grounds
Small growers, sustainable foodies take heart at Eco-Farm gathering.
Small growers, sustainable foodies take heart at Eco-Farm gathering.
Green Fix for State’s Woes
Global warming and deficit reduction are not incompatible.
Global warming and deficit reduction are not incompatible.
What’s the best bottle of wine under $10 on the market?
Asked at Cost Plus in Seaside.
Asked at Cost Plus in Seaside.
Abs of Steel
Chef Mark Ayers showcases Super Abs, locally raised red abalone.
Chef Mark Ayers showcases Super Abs, locally raised red abalone.
Eagle Scouting
Lake San Antonio tours give visitors an inspiring look at the iconic bird.
Lake San Antonio tours give visitors an inspiring look at the iconic bird.
Guitar Hero
Laurence Juber winging it after a post-McCartney career.
Laurence Juber winging it after a post-McCartney career.
Food & Wine 09 -- Trailblazing on the Foodie Frontier
Less is more, say celebrity chefs at Asilomar.
Less is more, say celebrity chefs at Asilomar.
Fuse Lounge Cafe
Brave Flavor: The hip Fuse Lounge Cafe stakes out courageous territory in Carmel.
Brave Flavor: The hip Fuse Lounge Cafe stakes out courageous territory in Carmel.
Directions Known and Unknown
An American exile shares his adventures abroad.
An American exile shares his adventures abroad.
Higher Ups
The Pebble Beach Food & Wine raises bar, freezes prices.
The Pebble Beach Food & Wine raises bar, freezes prices.
In the Red
Entrepreneurs and scientists team up to produce a prettier, healthier abalone.
Entrepreneurs and scientists team up to produce a prettier, healthier abalone.
The Pink Panther 2
Excuuuse Steve: Martin’s lecherous over-acting wrecks Pink Panther remake.
Excuuuse Steve: Martin’s lecherous over-acting wrecks Pink Panther remake.
Letters to the Editor for Feb 05, 2009
Letters to the Editor for Feb 05, 2009
¡Ask A Mexican! for Feb 05, 2009
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
Wednesday, February 4
Enough Already
Local radio stations launch campaign against gang violence
Local radio stations launch campaign against gang violence
Tuesday, February 3
Wet & Wild
CPUC says North Marina desal plant would be best for the environment.
CPUC says North Marina desal plant would be best for the environment.
Wet&Wild
CPUC says North Marina desal plant would be best for the environment.
CPUC says North Marina desal plant would be best for the environment.
Monday, February 2
Dam Regulations
Boy Scouts’ Pico Blanco camp allegedly ignored rules, killed steelhead.
Boy Scouts’ Pico Blanco camp allegedly ignored rules, killed steelhead.
Gangland Security
Naval Postgraduate School to advise Salinas on fighting gangs
Naval Postgraduate School to advise Salinas on fighting gangs
Domenico's On The Wharf
Monterey