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LGBT Couples Urged to Apply for Federal Benefits
Following a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down portions of the Defense of Marriage Act, activists urging couples to claim benefits for the first time in history

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Following a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down portions of the Defense of Marriage Act, activists urging couples to claim benefits for the first time in history

Bust out your cameras, the Mill Valley Art Commission wants your autumn captures for the 15th annual Click Off photo competition.
Tamalpais High School’s Conservatory Theater Ensemble (CTE) presents Flare: A Bright New World - performances beginning tonight through Tuesday.
Catch Dixon High's presentation of the story of Narnia this weekend.
Wondering why the cops were in your neighborhood recently? Here is the Dixon Police Log for October 30.
Bust out your cameras, the Mill Valley Art Commission wants your autumn captures for the 15th annual Click Off photo competition.
Dixon Public Library is home to so much more than books. It holds an archive of Dixon's rich historic photos, sharing fun ones like this often.
Millions of hikers travel to Mill Valley’s backyard to admire views of thousands of old-growth coast redwoods. But with cold weather coming, and lots of adventurous limit pushers, the Sierra Club has some advice for even seasoned hikers.
Wondering why the cops were in your neighborhood recently? Here is the Dixon Police Department calls for service log for Oct. 26-29
The Elections Office in San Rafael will be open for voting on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the Nov. 5 elections.
It's snow time in the Sierras!
Six students will represent Mill Valley in the countywide elementary school spelling bee championships this Saturday, following big wins in the southern region earlier this week.
Wondering why officers were in your neighborhood recently? Here is the Dixon Police Department calls for service log for October 22-23.
Greenwood Open House, Land Trust clean up day, and Rapunzel are just a couple of activities to look forward to; plenty of things to do in and around Mill Valley this weekend. Check out these 5 Patch picks for the weekend.
Is your business on or near Miller Avenue? If so, the City wants to hear from YOU regarding the upcoming Miller Avenue Streetscape project.
Former Councilmen Mike Ceremello spoke on behalf of downtown neighbors bothered by the construction noise at last week's City Council meeting, says he will sue the City of Dixon.
13-year-old Andy Lopez was shot by a Sonoma County deputy after he was spotted walking with two toy rifles. His death has raised questions about the relationship between police and residents