Cannabis has been on the minds of Benicians since California residents voted to legalize the substance back in November. There have been numerous City Council meetings on the subject, and it has been a source of debate amongst city officials and representatives. The Planning Commission decided where cannabis business could be located and use at […]
Solano evacuees return home over weekend
Water rates, building demolition on council agenda tonight
Water rate increases and the potential demolition of a historical building are up on the dock for the Benicia City Council at tonight’s meeting. First up for the council will be the water rate increases. The city of Benicia recommended the water and sewer rate increase after an 18-month dialogue and review by independent financial […]
Altruists pitch in at Humane Society North Bay after fires
The Atlas and Tubbs fires led to thousands of homes in Napa, Sonoma and Solano counties being evacuated and even destroyed in the flames. Many of these homes had pets, and whether the animals became stranded as a result of their homes being damaged or their families just needed a place to drop them off, […]
Solano agencies to join forces for first Benicia Bike Workshop
As many cyclists will tell you, biking is a great form of exercise and a lot of fun. However, as with everything else, great care must be taken. You do not want to end up with a flat tire, a rusty chain or brakes that suddenly fail when you head downhill. Thankfully, the Solano Transportation […]
Planning Commission gives green light to car wash
Talkin’ about the car wash was what the planning commission did at their Thursday meeting. On the agenda was an approval of a use permit and variances for a gas station, convenience store and car wash at 505 Miltary East. In August of 2016, Sat Singh sent an application to the city of Benicia to […]
Wine Country fires affect Benicia events
Smoke from the Northern California fires has canceled and postponed two weekend events in Benicia. The Benicia Historical Museum’s “I Dig Benicia” event and the Benicia Fire Department’s open house, both originally slated for Saturday, will no longer be taking place on their scheduled dates. Both the Benicia Museum and Fire Department have cited poor […]
‘Two Susans’ to showcase art at Birnbaum Realty tonight
Birnbaum Realty is crusin’ for a Susan…or two. The First Street real estate office is home to a new art exhibition featuring the works of Susans Street and Johnson in a show titled “The Two Susans.” In addition to sharing the same first name, both artists have a lot in common. Both are members of […]
Arts Benicia exhibit to honor ceramic work of Arneson, students
By Larnie Fox Special to the Herald There is a show just installed at Arts Benicia – opening Saturday – that you need to see. It’s called Bay Area Clay – a Legacy of Social Consciousness. It is a true blockbuster, one of the most interesting and important shows Arts Benicia has produced in its […]