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Good morning to you Petaluma! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Petaluma man arrested after racist vandalism of coach’s SUV downtown
  • How Petaluma’s Village Network plans to support dozens more seniors yearly
  • Would you gamble on this rough-but-running Petaluma VW camper?

Also on today's calendar: Pamela Rose with Hammond Organ Party - GROOVEFEST! and 1 more event.

Find out what's happening in Petalumafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: How many sheep does it take to make a sweater? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Saturday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 55 and low of 40 degrees.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 57, low: 40.
  • Monday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 57 and low of 41 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 'Hate Crime' Charge For Petaluma Suspect In Vandalism Of Former Harlem Globetrotter Car (patch.com) — Petaluma residents are learning more about the arrest of a 20-year-old local man accused of scrawling racist slurs and hate symbols on the SUV of former Harlem Globetrotter and youth coach William “Bull” Bullard in a downtown parking garage. After reviewing more than a week of video evidence, police booked the suspect on vandalism and hate crime charges, stressing their commitment to investigating bias-motivated incidents that affect the city’s sense of safety.
   

2. Village Network of Petaluma plans major expansion to serve 50 new members annually (thecommunityvoice.com) — Petaluma’s Village Network is gearing up to add 50 new older adult members each year, expanding services that help residents age in place. Over the next three years, the nonprofit plans to grow membership, boost volunteers, and diversify funding to strengthen transportation help, social programs, and home-support services for Petaluma-Penngrove seniors.
   

3. Pick A Boxy Boxer For Boxing Day: 1985 VW Vanagon vs 1990 Subaru Loyale (theautopian.com) — A quirky 1985 VW Vanagon camper currently for sale in Petaluma gives locals a relatively affordable, running Westfalia option that still needs some brake work and interior TLC. The writer compares it with a Subaru Loyale in New Jersey, weighing pros and cons of each boxer-powered classic for enthusiasts considering a project vehicle.
   

4. Businesses on the move in Sonoma, Marin, Mendocino and Lake counties: Dec. 26 report (pressdemocrat.com) — A new 3,000-square-foot industrial space at 884 Bodega Ave., #7 in Petaluma has been leased to tenant John Pollak, with Keegan & Coppin representing both sides of the deal. The broader report also tracks recent commercial leases and property sales across Sonoma, Marin, Mendocino, and Lake counties, highlighting shifting business activity in the North Bay.
   

5. 'It's incredible:' Petaluma river racers make waves on Team USA (pressdemocrat.com) — Several young paddlers training on the Petaluma River and at Petaluma High are racking up national and international results for Team USA in outrigger canoeing and sprint kayaking. From world and Pan American medals to Olympic Hopes Regatta appearances, these local athletes credit Petaluma clubs, coaches, and community support as they chase future world championships and potential Olympic dreams.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I have no idea. I didn’t even know sheep could knit.
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