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SOLEDAD — Veterans Day events and ceremonies across the county were shut down this year due to Covid-19 restrictions, but Soledad residents were still able to thank local veterans and remember the fallen during a banner dedication ceremony at Cesar Chavez Park. FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/new-banner-display-in-soledad-recognizes-local-veterans/

A new traffic roundabout could be on its way, as the City of Soledad approved a grant agreement to bring in a roundabout that would reduce motor vehicle emissions on Metz Road and East Street.

Soledad Community Health Care District CEO Gary Staab and Rep. Jimmy Panetta discussed the future of health care in the Soledad community July 31 during the congressman’s visit to Soledad Medical Clinic and Eden Valley Care Center.

MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County is requiring residents to wear a face covering when going out into the public to perform essential activities, effective Thursday, April 30, to help stop the spread of COVID-19. “As the COVID-19 pandemic progresses, we are continuously reassessing our policies...

SOLEDAD — A transformation has taken place at Soledad Mission as the Christmas at the Soledad Mission event began last Friday night on the mission grounds at 36641 Fort Romie Road. With a little tinsel and hard work, the mission museum has become a holiday boutique where unique...

Soledad High School FFA Chapter wrapped up National FFA Week with a showmanship competition between teachers Feb. 22.

SOLEDAD — Clarissa Medina, a recent graduate of Soledad High School, was chosen as one of two interns in the 2020 Monterey Bay Bank of America Student Leaders program, a paid summer internship to develop leadership and civic engagement. FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/soledad-high-school-grad-secures-spot-as-student-leader/

On April 10, the Lockwood Fashion Revue sewed cancer heart pillows to uplift breast cancer patients as part of a community service.

MONTEREY COUNTY — California residents have been advised to stay indoors, and only leave their home for essential items or services, since the statewide stay-at-home order went into effect March 19 to help combat the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Essential businesses, however, can stay open...

After at least six years of stalling, construction for the Yanks Air Museum has restarted in Greenfield.