Friday, May 28
Special Edible
Dynamite $20 deal, a dog named after beer who catches frisbees and a peek at Montrio's new menu.
Dynamite $20 deal, a dog named after beer who catches frisbees and a peek at Montrio's new menu.
Oil-Bot Mission
MBARI robot tracks the spread of the Gulf oil plume.
MBARI robot tracks the spread of the Gulf oil plume.
Thursday, May 27
Shoring Up the Estuary
Another wave of stimulus cash flows into Elkhorn Slough.
Another wave of stimulus cash flows into Elkhorn Slough.
Sound Foundation
The Monterey Symphony puts on an educational concert for thousands of local children.
The Monterey Symphony puts on an educational concert for thousands of local children.
Prince Of Persia - The Sannds Of Time
Jake Gyllenhaal shines in surprisingly entertaining video game remake from the Bruckheimer hit machine.
Jake Gyllenhaal shines in surprisingly entertaining video game remake from the Bruckheimer hit machine.
Reality Biting
Digesting vital vittles from Cooking for Solutions (and other food wonders).
Digesting vital vittles from Cooking for Solutions (and other food wonders).
A Local and Independent Take
The <i>Weekly</i> editorial board’s endorsements for the June 8th primary elections.
The <i>Weekly</i> editorial board’s endorsements for the June 8th primary elections.
Return from Exile
The Stones release a buffed-up version of their underground classic.
The Stones release a buffed-up version of their underground classic.
Turning The Page
Monterey school district in line for badly needed federal funds but disputes over transfers continue.
Monterey school district in line for badly needed federal funds but disputes over transfers continue.
Dirty Debut
California Roots Festival scores a big name for its debut at Monterey Fairgrounds.
California Roots Festival scores a big name for its debut at Monterey Fairgrounds.
Shakin’ Down South
Studying the way things rumble in The Earthquake Capital of the World (and Monterey County).
Studying the way things rumble in The Earthquake Capital of the World (and Monterey County).
Cost Controls
Treasurer candidate Ron Holly may pay the price for false claims that he’s a lawyer.
Treasurer candidate Ron Holly may pay the price for false claims that he’s a lawyer.
The Square
Crime Story: <i>The Square</i> combines a <i>noir</i> narrative with strong performances in a gripping tale about heavy duty evildoers.
Crime Story: <i>The Square</i> combines a <i>noir</i> narrative with strong performances in a gripping tale about heavy duty evildoers.
Letters to the Editor for May 27, 2010
Letters to the Editor for May 27, 2010
Carmel’s Heart
The Forest Theater launches an ambitious season celebrating 100 years of incomparable culture-by-the-sea.
The Forest Theater launches an ambitious season celebrating 100 years of incomparable culture-by-the-sea.
She’ll Be There
New Alisal school chief Franco brings educational – and musical – skills to troubled district.
New Alisal school chief Franco brings educational – and musical – skills to troubled district.
What creative ways do you prepare for an earthquake?
Asked at Wharf Two in Monterey.
Asked at Wharf Two in Monterey.
Retail Politics
Monterey downtown plan hits a speed bump amidst troubled economy.
Monterey downtown plan hits a speed bump amidst troubled economy.
Sound Stages
Local house concerts provide struggling musicians with respite from economic travails.
Local house concerts provide struggling musicians with respite from economic travails.
Courtside Café
Serious Game: Courtside Café’s David Frappiea hits a winner with an under-the-radar eatery.
Serious Game: Courtside Café’s David Frappiea hits a winner with an under-the-radar eatery.
Feeding Technology to the Masses
Seaside nonprofit refurbishes used computers for low-income locals.
Seaside nonprofit refurbishes used computers for low-income locals.
Tuesday, May 25
Cementing Ties
Tony Blair pays Moss Landing cement plant a visit.
Tony Blair pays Moss Landing cement plant a visit.
Spring Transplant
P.G. farmers market relocation moves forward.
P.G. farmers market relocation moves forward.
Special Edible
Montrio celebrates 15 tasty years with a free public party.
Montrio celebrates 15 tasty years with a free public party.
Marina Frustration
Marina may toss out Armstrong Ranch development plans.
Marina may toss out Armstrong Ranch development plans.
Monday, May 24
Alleged Charity Scheme
Attorney General Brown wants to shut down Monterey County AIDS project.
Attorney General Brown wants to shut down Monterey County AIDS project.
2010 American Series Le Mans
Photos, video and favorite shooting spots from a full weekend at Laguna Seca.
Photos, video and favorite shooting spots from a full weekend at Laguna Seca.
Sunday, May 23
2010 American Series Le Mans
Patrón Highcroft Racing wins their second consecutive victory.
Patrón Highcroft Racing wins their second consecutive victory.
Saturday, May 22
Memory Lane
The Shirelles headlined a music-studded weekend at Monterey Rock and Rod Festival.
The Shirelles headlined a music-studded weekend at Monterey Rock and Rod Festival.
2010 American Series Le Mans
The first half of Saturday's Le Mans heats up.
The first half of Saturday's Le Mans heats up.
On Track
News and notes from qualifying rounds during the American Le Mans Monterey.
News and notes from qualifying rounds during the American Le Mans Monterey.
Friday, May 21
Election Okay
Special election for senate seat can proceed June 22, judges rule.
Special election for senate seat can proceed June 22, judges rule.
Transport Tie-up
City of Monterey could block TAMC's light rail plans.
City of Monterey could block TAMC's light rail plans.
Special Edible
Paul Hawken raps eloquently on taste at Cooking for Solutions.
Paul Hawken raps eloquently on taste at Cooking for Solutions.
Dishing
Food writer Kim Severson appeared at Borders on Thursday.
Food writer Kim Severson appeared at Borders on Thursday.
Thursday, May 20
Frothy Times
Breaking beer news, Bahama Billy’s deals and fresh farmers markets.
Breaking beer news, Bahama Billy’s deals and fresh farmers markets.
Sharpe Sounds
Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros pack Henry Miller – and the stage – in Big Sur.
Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros pack Henry Miller – and the stage – in Big Sur.
For Shirelle
The Shirelles headline Rock & Rod Festival in Monterey.
The Shirelles headline Rock & Rod Festival in Monterey.
Changing the Game
Much has been made of Pebble's toughening, but other changes are just as impressive.
Much has been made of Pebble's toughening, but other changes are just as impressive.
Teachable Moment
MPUSD reorg faces criticism, but the district defends the decision – and needs the funds.
MPUSD reorg faces criticism, but the district defends the decision – and needs the funds.
No Paper, No Plastic – Just Reusables
State Assembly considers AB 1998, a bill banning all single-use grocery bags.
State Assembly considers AB 1998, a bill banning all single-use grocery bags.
Sea of Possibility
The BLUE Ocean Film Festival will bring powerful content, people and conservation to its new home, Monterey.
The BLUE Ocean Film Festival will bring powerful content, people and conservation to its new home, Monterey.
¡Ask A Mexican! for May 20, 2010
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
Astounding 18
A full round of historic moments from the U.S. Open’s regular visits to Pebble Beach.
A full round of historic moments from the U.S. Open’s regular visits to Pebble Beach.
Communal Cops
Law enforcement leaders explore joining forces in tight budget times.
Law enforcement leaders explore joining forces in tight budget times.
Letters to the Editor for May 20, 2010
Letters to the Editor for May 20, 2010
You’re History
Inside the new <i>Pebble Beach: The Official Golf History </i>by Neal Hotelling.
Inside the new <i>Pebble Beach: The Official Golf History </i>by Neal Hotelling.
The Power of Wine Cream
Home-schooling Salinas mom launches non-toxic skin-care line.
Home-schooling Salinas mom launches non-toxic skin-care line.
What do you feel isn’t being taught in schools that should be?
Asked at Borders in Seaside.
Asked at Borders in Seaside.
Great Guys to Root For
The players to pull for, from the everpopular Phil to the not-yet-over-the-hill (Tom Watson) – including Tiger Woods.
The players to pull for, from the everpopular Phil to the not-yet-over-the-hill (Tom Watson) – including Tiger Woods.
Shrek Forever After
Just Like Starting Ogre: <i>Shrek Forever After</i> throws out the films’ history – and it’s an improvement.
Just Like Starting Ogre: <i>Shrek Forever After</i> throws out the films’ history – and it’s an improvement.
Casino Jack and the United States of Money
Lying Low: <i>Casino Jack and the United States of Money</i> examines shady dealings of swindler/lobbyist Jack Abramoff.
Lying Low: <i>Casino Jack and the United States of Money</i> examines shady dealings of swindler/lobbyist Jack Abramoff.
Goin Gets Tasty
Cooking for Solutions builds upon a breakthrough with help from its Chef of the Year.
Cooking for Solutions builds upon a breakthrough with help from its Chef of the Year.
Do Tell
Local linguists lobby D.C. to repeal “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.”
Local linguists lobby D.C. to repeal “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.”
Power Four
The Beatles live in Carmel with 1964 The Tribute.
The Beatles live in Carmel with 1964 The Tribute.
Hot Corners
MX5 action and the lengthy Le Mans lead the weekend’s excitement at Seca’s sharp turns.
MX5 action and the lengthy Le Mans lead the weekend’s excitement at Seca’s sharp turns.
Class Wars
Alisal School District implosion sets stage for tough County Superintendent of schools election.
Alisal School District implosion sets stage for tough County Superintendent of schools election.
Staying On Message
Stop passing laws about texting while driving, and start driving less.
Stop passing laws about texting while driving, and start driving less.
Wednesday, May 19
Health for the People
Watsonville clinic receives $3.4 million.
Watsonville clinic receives $3.4 million.
Cruise Control
Monterey-bound Celebrity Cruises gets poor environmental grade.
Monterey-bound Celebrity Cruises gets poor environmental grade.
Special Edible
A great way to maximize taste for $20 and big news in the local world of beer.
A great way to maximize taste for $20 and big news in the local world of beer.
Tuesday, May 18
Hometown Changes
P.G. council to consider November ballot measures, farmers market relocation.
P.G. council to consider November ballot measures, farmers market relocation.
Monday, May 17
Warm Reception
Al Gore talks climate with students at CSUMB.
Al Gore talks climate with students at CSUMB.
Union v Union
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital workers oust SEIU, vote for breakaway union, NUHW.
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital workers oust SEIU, vote for breakaway union, NUHW.
Arizona Challenge
The American Civil Liberties Union, along with other civil rights groups file a challenge to Arizona's toughest-in-the-nation immigration law.
The American Civil Liberties Union, along with other civil rights groups file a challenge to Arizona's toughest-in-the-nation immigration law.
Yes They Can
Obama Way Committee is halfway to fundraising goal.
Obama Way Committee is halfway to fundraising goal.
Department Downsizing
Salinas council takes up Blue Ribbon Committee's budget plan.
Salinas council takes up Blue Ribbon Committee's budget plan.
South Salinas Showdown
Panzer, Gunter join crowded South Salinas council race.
Panzer, Gunter join crowded South Salinas council race.
Special Edible
A report and a recipe from the new and improved Castroville Artichoke Festival.
A report and a recipe from the new and improved Castroville Artichoke Festival.
Friday, May 14
Big Cuts Ahead
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger announces big cuts to cover a $19 billion budget shortfall.
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger announces big cuts to cover a $19 billion budget shortfall.
Oil and Gore
Al Gore and Frank Sesno come to Monterey Bay.
Al Gore and Frank Sesno come to Monterey Bay.
Runoff's Ripple Effects
Farmers and enviros battle over how to regulate Salinas Valley's polluted waterways.
Farmers and enviros battle over how to regulate Salinas Valley's polluted waterways.
Thursday, May 13
Bar None
Treasurer candidate Ron Holly admits he's not a real lawyer.
Treasurer candidate Ron Holly admits he's not a real lawyer.
Smiley's People
In her new novel, <i>Private Life</i>, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author uses family history as fictional fodder.
In her new novel, <i>Private Life</i>, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author uses family history as fictional fodder.
Seaside Changes
Tough love, smart solutions to street and gang violence.
Tough love, smart solutions to street and gang violence.
¡Ask A Mexican! for May 13, 2010
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
Profuse Muses
Collaborating artists present a powerful collection of evocative abstracts at the Pacific Grove Art Center.
Collaborating artists present a powerful collection of evocative abstracts at the Pacific Grove Art Center.
A ‘Barbarian Librarian’
Monterey bookkeeper joins the rollicking (and growing) local roller derby circuit.
Monterey bookkeeper joins the rollicking (and growing) local roller derby circuit.
Letters to Juliet
The latest remake of a classic romance, wastes talents of greats like Vanessa Redgrave in a pedestrian tale.
The latest remake of a classic romance, wastes talents of greats like Vanessa Redgrave in a pedestrian tale.
On Key
Eight young and talented pianists vie for Carmel Music Society cash and prizes.
Eight young and talented pianists vie for Carmel Music Society cash and prizes.
Sur Enough
Eric Taylor and Jonathan Richman lead a strong weekend of music down the coast.
Eric Taylor and Jonathan Richman lead a strong weekend of music down the coast.
Beyond Organic
New agricultural initiative aims to move past greenwashing into measured sustainability.
New agricultural initiative aims to move past greenwashing into measured sustainability.
Sun Flowering
Tassajara’s new solar heating system will save money, and the planet.
Tassajara’s new solar heating system will save money, and the planet.
Letters to the Editor for May 13, 2010
Letters to the Editor for May 13, 2010
Large Medium
Belle Yang’s debut graphic novel, <i>Forget Sorrow</i>, is a big breakthrough.
Belle Yang’s debut graphic novel, <i>Forget Sorrow</i>, is a big breakthrough.
Robin Hood
Cate Blanchett, Max von Sydow shine in Russell Crowe vehicle, but saga lacks dramatic bite.
Cate Blanchett, Max von Sydow shine in Russell Crowe vehicle, but saga lacks dramatic bite.
True Grits
The Sledge sisters continue to deliver great music at an early age.
The Sledge sisters continue to deliver great music at an early age.
Clawing at the Competition
P.G.’s family-owned pet shops protest the approval of a new chain store.
P.G.’s family-owned pet shops protest the approval of a new chain store.
Graywater Gardens
New rules make it easier to tap household wastewater for yard irrigation.
New rules make it easier to tap household wastewater for yard irrigation.
How do you solve your most heated arguments?
Asked at Paris Bakery in Monterey.
Asked at Paris Bakery in Monterey.
Living for Today
A great day of grazing in Monterey County. And then some.
A great day of grazing in Monterey County. And then some.
Le Normandie
Christine and François Richard take their French cuisine to Pacific Grove.
Christine and François Richard take their French cuisine to Pacific Grove.
Wednesday, May 12
Swimming Tribute
In wake of white shark's death, Aquarium launches "Must Love Sharks" campaign.
In wake of white shark's death, Aquarium launches "Must Love Sharks" campaign.
Special Edible
Biking for free food and suprising crab adventures.
Biking for free food and suprising crab adventures.
Fox and Friends
FOX's Sean Hannity uses Salinas flag drawing dispute as example of "anti-Americanism."
FOX's Sean Hannity uses Salinas flag drawing dispute as example of "anti-Americanism."
Tuesday, May 11
Disaster Experts
Meg Caldwell of Center for Ocean Solutions testifies at Senate hearing on Gulf oil spill.
Meg Caldwell of Center for Ocean Solutions testifies at Senate hearing on Gulf oil spill.
Long Road from Yuma
Salinas-based Andrew Smith Co. may have supplied E. coli-tainted lettuce.
Salinas-based Andrew Smith Co. may have supplied E. coli-tainted lettuce.
Monday, May 10
Moving Education
MPUSD administrators explain recent teacher transfers to the school board and a concerned public.
MPUSD administrators explain recent teacher transfers to the school board and a concerned public.
Horse Play
Company renews Parker Flats horse park proposal.
Company renews Parker Flats horse park proposal.
Friday, May 7
Salinas to Squeeze
VIDEO: Salinas, Leidig battle captured in Chili Peppers folk parody.
VIDEO: Salinas, Leidig battle captured in Chili Peppers folk parody.
Thursday, May 6
School is Out
Monterey High School students protest teacher transfers.
Monterey High School students protest teacher transfers.
State Money Grab Hits Home
Seaside to consider taking $4M from affordable housing fund to pay state's school obligation.
Seaside to consider taking $4M from affordable housing fund to pay state's school obligation.
Voters Disenfranchised?
Lawsuit seeks to halt Senate election.
Lawsuit seeks to halt Senate election.
Godly Fodder
Brophy’s shift, Chopstix’s pâté sandwiches and drinking as fitness.
Brophy’s shift, Chopstix’s pâté sandwiches and drinking as fitness.
What scares you most about being lost in the wilderness?
Asked at Viva Espresso in Salinas.
Asked at Viva Espresso in Salinas.
Live Life
The Barnyard’s Carmel Music Studio opens state-of-the-art Carmel Music Live.
The Barnyard’s Carmel Music Studio opens state-of-the-art Carmel Music Live.
Moving Effort
Wildflower Triathlon combines uplifting athleticism with rock festival raucousness.
Wildflower Triathlon combines uplifting athleticism with rock festival raucousness.
Peeking Projects
A glance at the current, perpetually climaxing lineup of CLM endeavors (for the moment).
A glance at the current, perpetually climaxing lineup of CLM endeavors (for the moment).
Second Nature
From Costa Rican jungle to Big Sur’s Big Creek, the tales of a wild man.
From Costa Rican jungle to Big Sur’s Big Creek, the tales of a wild man.
Shifting Sands at Otis Park
Seaside neighbors envision a makeover for neglected landmark.
Seaside neighbors envision a makeover for neglected landmark.
Immigration Imbroglio
Local activists decry Arizona law; migrant farmworkers vow to stay away.
Local activists decry Arizona law; migrant farmworkers vow to stay away.
Babies
Natal Habitat: Babies observes cultural differences – and overly-precious cuteness.
Natal Habitat: Babies observes cultural differences – and overly-precious cuteness.
A Whale of a Protest
New “compromise’’ puts the species in greater jeopardy.
New “compromise’’ puts the species in greater jeopardy.
Michael’s Grill and Taqueria
Third Place: The latest Michael’s Grill and Taqueria gives Oldtown Salinas a creative Mexican outlet.
Third Place: The latest Michael’s Grill and Taqueria gives Oldtown Salinas a creative Mexican outlet.
¡Ask A Mexican! for May 06, 2010
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
One man's take on his culture's stereotypes
REshuffling Salinas’ Deck of Cards
City officials explore eliminating departments and cutting police salaries.
City officials explore eliminating departments and cutting police salaries.
Core Concerns
Leidig’s ambitious plan to re-imagine downtown Salinas hits a wall at City Hall.
Leidig’s ambitious plan to re-imagine downtown Salinas hits a wall at City Hall.
More Than Fare
A flash flood of projects and a blockbuster deal with Dick Clark Productions have Coastal Luxury Management rapidly expanding its food-and-wine dynasty.
A flash flood of projects and a blockbuster deal with Dick Clark Productions have Coastal Luxury Management rapidly expanding its food-and-wine dynasty.
Letters to the Editor for May 06, 2010
Letters to the Editor for May 06, 2010
Mother of Perla
Perla Batalla shares the talent that toured with Leonard Cohen at CSUMB.
Perla Batalla shares the talent that toured with Leonard Cohen at CSUMB.
Turning Offsets On
New local carbon fund brings solar panels, jobs to Monterey Bay area.
New local carbon fund brings solar panels, jobs to Monterey Bay area.
State of Confusion
Trustees take over troubled schools despite concerns over local control.
Trustees take over troubled schools despite concerns over local control.
Wednesday, May 5
State Takeover
State Board of Education names Alisal, Greenfield trustees; Alisal school board stripped of power.
State Board of Education names Alisal, Greenfield trustees; Alisal school board stripped of power.
Emergency Response
Labor board: County ambulance provider unfairly laid off 11 workers.
Labor board: County ambulance provider unfairly laid off 11 workers.
Time Out for Taxis
The Monterey City Council put the brakes on a county-wide taxi authority at its Tuesday, May 4 meeting.
The Monterey City Council put the brakes on a county-wide taxi authority at its Tuesday, May 4 meeting.
Tuesday, May 4
Raley's Pays
Nob Hill grocery parent company pays more than $500,000 to settle lawsuit over workers compensation.
Nob Hill grocery parent company pays more than $500,000 to settle lawsuit over workers compensation.
Monday, May 3
Palm Greasing
Schwarzenegger reverses position on offshore drilling.
Schwarzenegger reverses position on offshore drilling.
Farmers Flap
P.G. Council to consider farmers market move…again.
P.G. Council to consider farmers market move…again.
New Blood
Carmel town hall meeting could signal new City Council style.
Carmel town hall meeting could signal new City Council style.
Race to the Top II
California will compete for $700 million in the second round of Race to the Top education funding.
California will compete for $700 million in the second round of Race to the Top education funding.
Council Curse?
P.G. Councilwoman Deborah Lindsay resigns.
P.G. Councilwoman Deborah Lindsay resigns.
Indian Summer
Monterey