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A cautionary tale: Promises made, promises broken
OPINION by BERKLEY BAKER In their rebuttal in the voter information guide, Measure G-26 supporters claim that opponents “cannot name a single misspent dollar” and that concerns about unchecked bond spending are “simply untrue.” The San Luis Obispo County Grand... (Continue reading)
Where do you draw the line on a proposed bond?
OPINION by JAN ALBIN I answered that question on May 26. That was the day I sat through the unreasonable presentation by Superintendent Brad Pawlowski and the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District (PRJUSD) administrators for the $205 million dollar... (Continue reading)
Pedestrian killed in fatal Paso Robles crash
By KAREN VELIE A vehicle hit and killed a pedestrian walking on Highway 46 East in Paso Robles on Friday night. The name of the pedestrian in not being disclosed pending notification of their next of kin. Shortly before 10:30... (Continue reading)
Serial thief gets nine years in prison for San Luis Obispo County crime spree
By JOSH FRIEDMAN A Paso Robles woman, who is a serial thief with a criminal history that crosses multiple California counties, has received a sentence of nine years in prison, along with the possibility of an additional two years, for... (Continue reading)
Paso Robles Fire Chief Jonathan Stornetta retiring
By KAREN VELIE After more than 25 years serving Paso Robles, Fire Chief Jonathan Stornetta announced his plan to retire on Dec. 18. Chief Stornetta led the department through a period of significant growth. With community support through Measure J-20,... (Continue reading)
Paso Robles woman charged with animal cruelty granted diversion
By KAREN VELIE A Paso Robles woman who faced seven felony counts of animal cruelty related to the deaths of 40 cats was granted mental health diversion on Monday, meaning that if she completes her treatment plan the charges will... (Continue reading)
Should San Luis Obispo County change its 911 system?
By KAREN VELIE After years of taking a slice of the medical emergency revenue pie, there is a proposal for San Luis Obispo County and its cities to adopt a public private partnership known as an alliance model that would... (Continue reading)
Political sign thefts mar races in Pismo Beach, Paso Robles
By KAREN VELIE Sign thefts are the latest accusations in the campaigns for mayor races in Pismo Beach and Paso Robles as candidates battle over two open seats. After more than a decade, Pismo Beach Mayor Ed Waage elected not... (Continue reading)
Settlements aren’t verdicts, name calling isn’t evidence, facts matter
OPINION by ERIK GORHAM I’ll explain this mess so you don’t have to suffer through it. The San Luis Obispo Tribune’s latest editorial tells District 2 voters Chris Bausch is “disgraced,” “reckless” and “unfit” for office. It says he put... (Continue reading)
Popular Spencer’s Fresh Markets celebrates 30th anniversary
By KAREN VELIE Looking for a great deal on groceries? Head to Spencer’s Fresh Markets and celebrate their 30th anniversary with specials throughout their stores in Morro Bay, Orcutt and Lompoc. While still a student at Righetti High School in... (Continue reading)