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Latest Stories
Petaluma man shares love of travel
Chase Olivieri visited 100 countries by his 30th birthday. He now wants to help others travel on the cheap.
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Petaluma mismanaged water lab tests, whistleblower claims
County breaking up its fire department to bolster regional agencies
Sonoma County explores fees for thousands of well users
Meteor shower to light up the sky: What you need to know
Downtown Petaluma business receives email bomb threat demanding Bitcoin
Night on Petaluma street highlights homelessness crisis

Galleries
Classic 1880 farmhouse on the market in Petaluma for $775,000
Many a Krampus at Copperfield’s in Petaluma
Christmas in Petaluma in historic photos

Voter turnout reveals Petaluma’s east-west divide

In a city divided by a freeway, Mayor-elect Teresa Barrett found success on both sides.

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No tips, just living wage at Pearl

Joins growing number of restaurant owners who want to do away with the practice.

A brief history of burgers and bowling in Petaluma

How a robust menu helped Boulevard Bowl, now Boulevard Lanes, thrive

Dillon Beach Coastal Kitchen is a salty breath of fresh air

The man behind Brewsters has taken the helm and made major changes to this storied location.

Purple Wine + Spirits is moving to Petaluma

Large-scale wine and spirit producer needed more space for growing company.

2018 Sonoma County Holiday Lights Map

Looking for homes decorated for the holidays in Sonoma County? Let our map guide your way.

From famous chefs to smorgasbords at the Hotel Petaluma

Historic Eats: The delicious past of this storied hotel

Cafe Zazzle still dazzles in Petaluma with unusual menu

From quesadillas and cheesy penne to Thai-style soups and decadent desserts

Photos: Holiday Food and Fun Fair at the Hotel Petaluma

It started as a hail Mary. Businesses were hurting after the 2017 wildfires created economic uncertainty around the county.
Most Popular Stories
Voter turnout reveals Petaluma’s east-west divide
Petaluma man shares love of travel
No tips, just living wage at Pearl
Petaluma mismanaged water lab tests, whistleblower claims
Night on Petaluma street highlights homelessness crisis
A brief history of burgers and bowling in Petaluma

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Entertainment
Top 10 Books: Trump inspires another bestseller
Petaluma’s Past: past picketing proved problematic
Petaluma Profile: George Larsen, Pearl Harbor survivor
Helping Out: Share the holiday spirit through these local fundraisers
Holiday Roundup: Holiday stuff to do in Petaluma
Sports
Gearhead: How to roll away the stiffness after workouts
Montgomery and Windsor from NBL and Napa from VVAL join Casa in Callan Tournament
Mustang girls bounce back from two tough losses to win tournament title
Gauchos earn a tie and take a loss
Trojans face some of area’s best wrestlers
Obits
Rohnert Park co-founder Maurice Fredericks dies at 93
Glen Ghilotti, Petaluma construction company founder, dies at 59
Doc a friend, sports fan
Don Ramatici, consummate Petaluman, dies
JoAnn Ritko Pozzi, groundbreaking Petaluma business woman, dies at 75
Opinion
A win, a loss and a tie for city
For future city head, look to past
Dog owners don’t let this be you
A housing boom to benefit all
A lot to be thankful for locally
Schools
Barbara Lee speaks for Literacy
What’s happening in Petaluma schools
Cinnabar celebrates student and staff accomplishments
Petaluma Educational Foundation administers 66 scholarships
What’s happening in Petaluma schools
Polls
Poll: No on state rent control measure
Poll respondents: Repeal gas tax increase
Poll: Lakeville Highway the new blood alley
Poll: Winery shouldn’t need to build bike path
Poll: City got small cell tower policy right
News
Voter turnout reveals Petaluma’s east-west divide
Petaluma man shares love of travel
Petaluma mismanaged water lab tests, whistleblower claims
County breaking up its fire department to bolster regional agencies
Sonoma County explores fees for thousands of well users
Dining
Petaluma cafe Della Fattoria gets some new and improved changes
53 years of farming to fight substance abuse
Where to feed out-of-towners visiting Petaluma for the holidays
Living up to the Rosen family name at 256 North
Where to eat outdoors in Petaluma, from riverfront to the east side
Music
Your Weekend: A whole lot of bluegrass, and Chevy Chase
Sons of bluegrass legend Del McCoury play the Mystic
Your Weekend: Country drunks, a punk Willy Wonka, and “Pokemon”
Petaluma Profile: Ballet dancer, 90, still kicking
Your Weekend: Don’t just sit there, do stuff!