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News for Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Through the wire

The wire hangers from the dry cleaners pile up in my closet. Are they recyclable?

July 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.

Mervyns closing Napa store

This will be no Christmas shopping at Mervyns this year.

Crash near Imola and Jefferson knocks out area power

On Tuesday evening around 6 p.m., a car crashed into a power pole, knocking out electricity to the area and closing West Imola near South Jefferson and Coombs St. Injuries appeared to be minor. At this time it is not known when Imola will be re-opened, or when power will be restored.

County to buy wilderness area

A bum real estate market may provide Napa County with a new wilderness park.

New candidate for parks board

On a November ballot that includes candidates for everything from the White House to Napa County Superior Court, local voters will weigh in on the first contested election for a spot on the recently-created Napa County Parks and Open Space District.

American Canyon gaining path to Napa River

American Canyon’s outdoor enthusiasts should be able to reach the banks of the Napa River for the first time by next summer.

Raiders Training Camp updates

Here's a few updates from the last morning session of the Oakland Raiders Training Camp in Napa

Losing weight, raising dough

Sixteen days into his hunger strike to save two drug-and-alcohol recovery homes, Johnny Apodaca is losing weight and raising money at modest rates.

Trucking wine, going green

Wine deliveries just got greener.

Mervyns leaving Napa in 90 days

For the Record

An Aug. 10 front page package of stories about home foreclosures in Napa County misstated the title of Stephen Cogswell. He is the fair housing director of Fair Housing Napa Valley.

Where do you go to shop with Mervyns leaving Napa?

Mervyns announced Wednesday it is closing its Napa store within 90 days.

Where should the money come from for roads?

County Supervisors decided Tuesday to drop plans for a November ballot initiative for a half-cent sales tax dedicated to Napa County road upgrades, citing the poor economic climate in California and the nation.

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