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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/

Soledad Farmer’s Market has returned to Monterey Street and brought back new and returning vendors.

SOLEDAD — Soledad City Council members unanimously approved an amendment to a 27-lot subdivision of single-family houses to be developed by Nino Homes. FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/soledad-city-council-approves-housing-subdivision-and-plans-for-traffic-control/

SOLEDAD — Covid-19 continues to be an ongoing concern in Monterey County, and Soledad City Council heard updates during its Aug. 19 meeting about combatting the pandemic within the city, not only about testing, but also containing an outbreak inside the city’s nursing facility. FULL...

SOLEDAD — The Soledad pool will open Feb. 3 to be available for swim lessons, water aerobics and lap swims again. “We are the only indoor swimming pool south of Salinas,” said Frances Bengtson, executive director of the Soledad-Mission Recreation District. “It gets windy here and being...

Pete’s Towing and towing companies throughout California are aiming to bring more awareness to the “Slow Down Move Over” campaign, which tries to increase public awareness about safety when passing emergency vehicles on the highway or roadways.

Several pet owners braved the wind April 27 to get their animals vaccinated, eat lunch and receive a collar for dogs.

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on everything we are thankful for, such as family and friends. In the spirit of the holiday, South County Newspapers asked local students from King City, Greenfield, Soledad and Gonzales what they are thankful for this year.

SOLEDAD — Local veterans gathered with members of Soledad American Legion Post 32 on Monday at Soledad Cemetery for a Memorial Day ceremony. FULL STORY: https://salinasvalleytribune.com/soledads-memorial-day-ceremony-pays-tribute-to-fallen-comrades/

SALINAS VALLEY — The spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has caused an increased need for masks, from medical-grade to simply covering one’s face, all with the intent of reducing the rate of infection at a community and worldwide level. This has caused a shortage of higher-end masks...