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🌱 Patch AM: Petaluma Auto Giant Moves Expands Wine Country Territory

And check out Russian River Railbikes last event of the year: Pedal to the North Pole! on the Petaluma Patch calendar

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Hello Petaluma! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Petaluma’s Hansel Auto Group snaps up Napa Ford dealership
  • Activist in Petaluma Poultry case granted early jail release
  • Why three Petaluma teens are now charged in a San Rafael killing

Also on today's calendar: Russian River Railbikes last event of the year: Pedal to the North Pole! and 2 more events.

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

Today's riddle: I used to work in a doughnut shop. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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

  • Wednesday: A morning shower, then rain, with a high of 58 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Thursday: Windy with occasional rain, temps: high: 56, low: 46.
  • Friday: Breezy with periods of rain, with a high of 53 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Petaluma Auto Giant Moves Expands Wine Country Territory (patch.com) — Petaluma readers may notice their hometown Hansel Auto Group expanding its reach, as the company acquires the Napa Ford dealership and strengthens its presence across Wine Country. The deal, worth $19.1 million, builds on Hansel’s existing Ford operations in Petaluma and Santa Rosa, further anchoring the Petaluma-based business as a major regional auto player.
   

2. Early Release For Jailed Animal Rights Activist Zoe Rosenberg (patch.com) — Petaluma residents following the Petaluma Poultry case will see a new turn, as activist Zoe Rosenberg is set for early release from Sonoma County jail to house arrest. Her conviction stems from taking chickens from the Petaluma slaughterhouse, and supporters argued her serious medical conditions made continued incarceration dangerous.
   

3. Three Petaluma teens charged in San Rafael homicide case (pressdemocrat.com) — Three Petaluma teenagers have been charged in connection with a fatal Dec. 16 stabbing in San Rafael, after police arrested them in Petaluma, where they live. One youth faces a murder charge with a knife-use enhancement, while two others are accused of causing great bodily injury. Investigators are still working to determine a motive ahead of a Jan. 5 court hearing.
   

4. A tender shepherd helps regenerate Santa Rosa's Rusty Fence Ranch with reverence (advocate-news.com) — A Santa Rosa rancher is rebuilding Rusty Fence Ranch with sheep, regenerative grazing, and community-minded plans that include workshops and local produce. Her fiber journey even led her to learn spinning at Petaluma’s Fiber Circle Studio, tying local makers into the ranch’s story. She’s now exploring farm-to-knitting experiences while donating food and selling eggs, garlic, and wool products.
   

5. Boys basketball rankings: Cardinal Newman back at No. 1 after win vs. Casa Grande (pressdemocrat.com) — Cardinal Newman reclaimed the top spot in The Press Democrat’s boys basketball rankings after edging Casa Grande in overtime to win the Brett Callan Memorial Tournament. The rundown highlights how Casa Grande, Windsor and other North Bay teams stack up, including a decisive Newman win over Petaluma High that factors into the updated pecking order.
   

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  • Report of police activity in Forestville, California.
    10:38AM on Dec 22: A hazardous condition has been reported at the Forestville crossing, and responders are on the move. (Nextdoor )
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    We have a small leak confirmed by water department. Most likely from one of the toilets-perhaps shuts off valves. Need help identifying and replacing… (Nextdoor Oak Hill)
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