DA Dismisses Fatal Assault Charge After Hung Jury
A violent morning drama unfolded on the streets of Healdsburg just before Independence Day 2023. It resulted in the death of Abel Garza, a 41-year-old resident of Santa Rosa. Last week, more than a year after the incident, the criminal case against his accused killer, Romario Cisneros, was dismissed by the Sonoma County District Attorney.
Man arrested in stabbing near First Street Bridge
Sunday night, April 25, deputies from the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene of a stabbing between two men near the First Street Bridge.
Protesters demand entry to council meeting in opposition of vaccine mandate
A rally organized by those who decry vaccine mandates and the City of Healdsburg’s vaccine requirement for attending in-person city council meetings was held at the steps of City Hall on Dec. 6.
City seeks 4 commissionersÂ
The City of Healdsburg is seeking qualified applicants to fill four open positions on two important commissions: the Parks and Recreation Commission, and the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission.
Wrap up from the Windsor school board meeting
At the April 20 meeting of the Windsor Unified School District Board of Trustees, the board heard updates on construction project in the districts, the results of this year’s LCAP survey and a variety of administrative housekeeping items.
Police Log, Jan. 1 – 7, 2024
The weekly mix of violations including driving under the influence, possession of drugs, hit-and-run accident, grand theft, vandalism, and a burglary in Healdsburg.
Arts & Entertainment
Stage face-off: Revenge vs. rivalry
Local audiences seeking a solid presentation of an American theatrical classic have two very diverse options right now. The Raven Performing Arts Theater hosts Stephen Sondheim’s massive macabre musical, "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," while The 222 offers Sam Shepard’s more intimate fraternal drama, "True West." Both run in Healdsburg through Nov. 8.
