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Pacific Valley Bank Appoints Jefferson Suruiz as Relationship Manager for the Monterey Peninsula
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 [...]
Housing Authority of the County of Monterey Receives Two Prestigious Awards from HUD
The Housing Authority of the County of Monterey (HACM) is proud to announce it has received two distinguished awards from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) during the Northern California/Nevada NAHRO Chapter Conference. These [...]
Carmel Hills Care Center Hosts Annual “SNF Olympics” in Celebration of National Skilled Nursing Care Week
In celebration of National Skilled Nursing Care Week, observed May 11-17, 2025, Carmel Hills Care Center is proud to announce its 9th Annual Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Olympics—affectionately dubbed the "SNF (pronounced Sniff) Olympics"—taking [...]
Creative Planning Expands West Coast Presence with Monterey Private Wealth
Creative Planning, one of the nation's largest registered investment advisors (RIAs), is pleased to announce that Monterey Private Wealth, a renowned financial advisory firm based in Monterey, California, has joined Creative Planning. The alliance, [...]
Wildlife Icon Dr. Jane Goodall Visits Moss Landing to Support Sea Otter Revival
Monterey Bay Eco Tours Hosts Dr. Goodall and Wildlife Conservation Network (WCN) Leaders for a Scenic Tour of Elkhorn Slough, Celebrating the Launch of the WCN Sea Otter Fund
The small community of Moss Landing recently hosted one of wildlife conservation's most iconic figures, Dr. Jane Goodall. During a beautiful sunny day in Moss Landing visitors aboard Monterey Bay Eco Tours' El Cat, a custom-built, fully electric [...]
Housing Authority of Monterey County Gives Presentation to the Monterey County Board of Supervisors Outlining Major Achievements and Future Plans
The Housing Authority of the County of Monterey (HACM) was honored to present its 2022-2024 Progress Report to the Monterey County Board of Supervisors on March 11, 2025, showcasing key achievements, organizational growth, and upcoming initiatives [...]
Veteran Hotelier Joseph Violi Named Cypress Inn General Manager
Denny Levette, owner of the treasured Cypress Inn in Carmel, announced today the appointment of renowned veteran hotelier, Joseph Violi, as General Manager. Levett stated, "As an iconic and historic hotel in Carmel, we sought a visionary leader with [...]
Sardine Factory Honored with 2025 Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRoNA) 'Gold' Award of Excellence
The world-renowned Sardine Factory in Monterey, Calif., proudly announces its recognition as a 2025 recipient of the Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRoNA) 'Gold' Award of Excellence. This prestigious honor places The Sardine Factory [...]
