Press Releases

U.S. Department of Labor Visits Monterey Bay Region to Explore Emerging Aerospace Workforce Development Model

DART Hosts Regional Tour Showcasing Apprenticeships, Advanced Manufacturing Training, and Community College Career Pathways

June 9, 2026

Monterey Bay Drone, Aviation, and Robotics Technology (DART) will host Joshua Wetzel, West Coast Regional Representative for the U.S. Department of Labor, on June 11 for a tour of workforce development programs supporting the region's growing [...]

Housing Authority Secures Long-Term Funding Stability for Fairview Housing Community

May 18, 2026

The Housing Authority of the County of Monterey (HACM) has secured a long-term funding strategy for the Fairview housing community through the federal Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Program, helping ensure the project's financial stability and [...]

Hartnell College and Monterey Bay DART Launch Regional Drone and Aerospace Workforce Initiative

James Irvine Foundation-supported program aims to prepare 150 Central Coast residents for emerging aviation careers

April 27, 2026

Hartnell College and Monterey Bay DART are launching a new two-year regional workforce initiative designed to connect local residents to careers in drones, aerospace technology, and advanced aviation. Known as the Maturing Regional AgTech and [...]

California Coastal Commission to Hold Monthly Meeting in Gonzales April 15–17

Gonzales becomes latest inland location to host state agency promoting coastal access for all

March 23, 2026

The City of Gonzales announced today that the April 15–17 monthly California Coastal Commission hearing will be held in Gonzales, as part of the agency's ongoing effort to hear from inland communities. The three-day public hearing will take place at [...]

DART Expands Advanced Air Mobility Strategic Work to Kern County

Six-Month Process Will Deliver an Actionable AAM Economic Development Strategy Aligned with California Jobs First, State Economic Blueprint, and National Defense Priorities

March 9, 2026

DART (Drone, Automation, and Robotics Technology), a nationally recognized leader in advanced air mobility (AAM) ecosystem development, is expanding its statewide innovation work through a new partnership with Kern County economic development [...]

Housing Authority of the County of Monterey Celebrates the Grand Opening of Fairview Housing Complex in Salinas

February 25, 2026

The Housing Authority of the County of Monterey will host a grand opening ceremony on Thursday, March 5th from 10:30am-2:00pm to celebrate the acquisition and renovation of the former Fairview Inn, located at 1030 Fairview Avenue in Salinas. The [...]

City of Gonzales Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Digital Billboard Installed Along Highway 101

February 18, 2026

The City of Gonzales will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony on Feb. 26, 2006, at 11:00AM for a new digital billboard that was installed adjacent to Highway 101. The first digital billboard in the area will serve as a modern communications platform [...]

Pacific Valley Bank Appoints Jefferson Suruiz as Relationship Manager for the Monterey Peninsula

January 27, 2026

Pacific Valley Bank announced today the appointment of Jefferson Suruiz as Relationship Manager, serving business clients throughout the Monterey Peninsula. In this role, Suruiz will work closely with local business owners, nonprofits, and [...]

Pacific Valley Bank Announces New Shareholder Investment by Taylor Fresh Foods

Family-owned global leader acquires 16.3% ownership stake

January 6, 2026

Pacific Valley Bank (OTC: PVBK) today announced that Taylor Fresh Foods, parent company of the Taylor Farms operating companies, has acquired a 16.3% ownership stake in the bank. The investment represents a significant minority position by a locally [...]

Chef Bert Cutino Honored with Inaugural Legend Award by the American Academy of Chefs

November 12, 2025

Celebrated restaurateur, co-founder of the Sardine Factory restaurant, and Monterey native Chef Bert Cutino has been named one of the first recipients of the American Academy of Chefs' (AAC) prestigious new "Legend Award." The honor was presented [...]

The Sardine Factory Marks 57 Years on Historic Cannery Row

Monterey landmark also named “Best Restaurant in Monterey County” by Monterey County Weekly readers

October 14, 2025

This year the award-winning Sardine Factory is celebrating 57 years in the historic Cannery Row district, making it one of the Monterey Peninsula's oldest restaurants under continuous local ownership. The October 2nd anniversary marks a significant [...]

City of Gonzales Announces 2025-2026 Youth Council Members

September 22, 2025

The City of Gonzales 2025-2026 Gonzales Youth Council (GYC) has been selected and this year will be led by Youth Commissioners Shelby Anderson, Orlando Rodriguez Perez and Richard Rodriguez Perez. Members chosen to serve on the youth council include [...]

Carmel Hills Care Center Administrator Jarrod Christensen Selected for National Future Leaders Program

September 15, 2025

The California Association of Health Facilities announced today that Jarrod Christensen, Administrator with Carmel Hills Care Center in Monterey, has been chosen by the American Health Care Association and the National Center for Assisted Living [...]

Groundbreaking Ceremony Set for Casa de Esperanza in King City

Housing Authority of the County of Monterey brings partners together to celebrate a renovation project that will provide housing for homeless residents

July 28, 2025

The Housing Authority of the County of Monterey (HACM) is holding a groundbreaking ceremony for Casa de Esperanza, a housing project in King City. The event is on July 30th from 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and will take place at 1130 Broadway Street in [...]

The Sardine Factory Earns 2025 Wine Spectator “Best of Award of Excellence” Restaurant Award

The Sardine Factory Among the World's Best Restaurants for Wine

June 30, 2025

Continuing its celebrated tradition that began in 1968, The Sardine Factory's commitment to outstanding wine experiences has once again been honored by Wine Spectator. The Sardine Factory has been recognized for its outstanding wine program in Wine [...]