Laytonville residents now have a new, safe place to get rid of old or unused medications
Laytonville residents now have a new, safe place to get rid of old or unused medications. MED-Project says flushing drugs down the toilet can pollute water and even contribute to antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The new drop box is
Men behind bars after late night burglary spree
Four men are behind bars after investigators say they went on a late-night burglary spree across Mendocino and Lake counties. Authorities say several businesses were hit, with suspects stealing cash, lottery tickets, cigarettes, and other items. Deputies
Sonoma County couple pleads guilty to illegal fish sales, prosecutors say
State investigators say the pair unlawfully sold sport-caught fish for years across Sonoma County and the Bay Area. The post Sonoma County couple pleads guilty to illegal fish sales, prosecutors say appeared first on The Mendocino Voice
Local officials encouraging Mendocino County residents to take steps now to keep your home and business from flooding
With heavy rain still falling, local officials are reminding Mendocino County residents to take steps now to protect homes and businesses from flooding. Sandbag stations are open across the county, though most require people to bring their
A dangerous winter storm is still hammering Lake and Mendocino counties today
A dangerous winter storm is still hammering Lake and Mendocino counties today, with strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding concerns lasting into Christmas Day. Forecasters warn wind gusts could top 70 miles an hour, especially overnight, increasing
Mendocino County deputies are still trying to identify an elderly woman
Mendocino County deputies are still trying to identify an elderly woman who died after she was swept into the ocean by a large wave. Deputies were called to the MacKerricher Beach area around 2 PM Monday, where
Lakeport police are looking for tips about a stabbing
Lakeport police are looking for tips about a stabbing. The victim–an adult male–suffered injuries in that incident just before 10 on Saturday night in the 100 block of K Street. Investigators are specifically looking for surveillance video
Planning a holiday trip?
If you’re planning a Christmas trip–near or far–you can check out how the weather may affect you on the CalTrans site – quickmap.dot.ca.gov.
Sandbags are still available at several locations
Sandbags are available at several locations, including the Redwood Valley Fire Volunteer Company. Redwood Valley Gravel Products has donated a load of sand, and Self-serve sand, bags, and shovels are located behind the firehouse. There is a
A flood watch remains in effect in Mendocino County throughFriday evening. . Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible with another several inches of rain possible. Forecasts say the weather should finally dry out by the weekend. Also, in effect, a high wind warning from 7 PM to 6 AM P tomorrow. Southeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts from 50 to 70 mph are expected. Strongest winds over the coastal headlands, exposed ridges, and through gaps in the terrain. That could bring down trees and cause power outages–PG&E says it has crews standing by to move in quickly to repair any damage.
A flood watch remains in effect in Mendocino County through Friday evening. . Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible with another several inches of rain possible. Forecasts say the weather should finally dry out by the