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News for Monday, July 21, 2008

Trash and burn

Is there an ordinance that prohibits burning of garbage in one’s fireplace? If yes, who would one call if there is a suspicion this is occurring?

June 2008 DUI report

Napavalleyregister.com publishes monthly statistics on arrests and convictions for driving under the influence — and so-called “wet reckless” convictions — in Napa County.

Fire near Big Sur now 70 percent contained

BIG SUR, Calif. — A deep marine layer and backfires are helping crews make more progress in their battle against a wildfire that’s been burning for a month near Big Sur.

Best of the online weekend

Maybe you were worn out by the almost-public visit by President Bush, so you took time off from the computer this weekend. In doing so, you missed a lot of news and other articles. Here's a look at some of the weekend's best to help you catch up.

Truck crash ignites small grass fire

A dump truck driver got a first-hand taste of Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride earlier today.

Showdown over school funds

State education officials and legislative Democrats say California is at risk of simply throwing away $47 million for students in the state’s most troubled public schools, and are pressuring the governor to sign a state law that would make the federal dollars available.

Young entrepreneurs hit Napa boot camp

If Josh Holmes has his way, shoppers will eventually find his “Got Books?” line of T-shirts and apparel at bookstores and libraries across the U.S., or even the world.

Frayed around the edges in St. Helena

South St. Helena is undergoing more changes than any other part of the city, but city and county officials agree that the area’s agricultural zoning makes major development unlikely.

American Canyon vets park just steps away

American Canyon’s long-awaited tribute to veterans and new site for recreation for dogs and people, is near completion on the southern side of the city.

Squirrel fried, starts brush fire

A squirrel met his maker Monday morning when he connected with a high power line and a transformer, resulting in a small brush fire.

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