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Tiburon is seeking community feedback through Feb. 19 on preliminary designs for four neighborhood parks.
The Ark | Tiburon wants feedback on early conceptual designs for parks
Tiburon is seeking community feedback through Feb. 19 on preliminary designs for four neighborhood parks.
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February 12, 2026 at 1:02 AM
Tiburon is seeking community feedback through Feb. 19 on preliminary designs for four neighborhood parks.
He's now exhibiting his solo works in the downstairs lobby and council chambers through March 25.
The Ark | Richmond artist uses hands to tell stories in Tiburon Town Hall exhibit
He's now exhibiting his solo works in the downstairs lobby and council chambers through March 25.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:03 PM
He's now exhibiting his solo works in the downstairs lobby and council chambers through March 25.
Zoraya Zolfaghari-Ashcroft and Amelie Mostafavi are taking part in Blood Cancer United’s Student Visionaries of the Year program.
The Ark | Tiburon teens lead campaigns to fight blood cancer
Zoraya Zolfaghari-Ashcroft and Amelie Mostafavi are taking part in Blood Cancer United’s Student Visionaries of the Year program.
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February 11, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Zoraya Zolfaghari-Ashcroft and Amelie Mostafavi are taking part in Blood Cancer United’s Student Visionaries of the Year program.
Unpermitted hillside work by a prior owner still remains after six years.
The Ark | Neighbors press for action as Belvedere again extends wall deadline
Unpermitted hillside work by a prior owner still remains after six years.
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February 11, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Unpermitted hillside work by a prior owner still remains after six years.
The San Francisco man pleaded not guilty to one felony count two misdemeanors and two three-strikes enhancements.
The Ark | Tiburon police arrest suspect in garage break-in
The San Francisco man pleaded not guilty to one felony count two misdemeanors and two three-strikes enhancements.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:04 PM
The San Francisco man pleaded not guilty to one felony count two misdemeanors and two three-strikes enhancements.
Officials are also exploring more events, like Fourth of July and Labor Day parties.
The Ark | Tiburon council OKs Little League block party and return of beer fest
Officials are also exploring more events, like Fourth of July and Labor Day parties.
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February 11, 2026 at 1:02 AM
Officials are also exploring more events, like Fourth of July and Labor Day parties.
Tiburon resident Mike Ghaffary replaces Sherry Wangenheim, who resigned in December with one year left on her term.
The Ark | Reed board fills vacancy with finance executive and parks commissioner
Tiburon resident Mike Ghaffary replaces Sherry Wangenheim, who resigned in December with one year left on her term.
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February 10, 2026 at 11:03 PM
Tiburon resident Mike Ghaffary replaces Sherry Wangenheim, who resigned in December with one year left on her term.
Developer issues notices to vacate, with work targeted to start in August.
The Ark | Mallard Pointe gets time extension, but Belvedere rule on affordable housing stands
Developer issues notices to vacate, with work targeted to start in August.
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February 10, 2026 at 9:02 PM
Developer issues notices to vacate, with work targeted to start in August.
62 neighbors signed a petition opposing the project.
The Ark | Belveron East resident must rethink home project after pushback on second story
62 neighbors signed a petition opposing the project.
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February 10, 2026 at 7:04 PM
62 neighbors signed a petition opposing the project.
Walking is a favorite pastime for DonnaAmon, though health issues have prevented her from taking longer walks she previously enjoyed.
The Ark | Everyday Encounters: A Tiburon resident savors stroll along Shoreline Park
Walking is a favorite pastime for DonnaAmon, though health issues have prevented her from taking longer walks she previously enjoyed.
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February 10, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Walking is a favorite pastime for DonnaAmon, though health issues have prevented her from taking longer walks she previously enjoyed.
Commissioner Nora Noguez suggested Adani’s birds could inaugurate a permanently dedicated space for temporary art exhibits.
The Ark | Tiburon arts board eyes aluminum bird exhibit as first rotating public artwork
Commissioner Nora Noguez suggested Adani’s birds could inaugurate a permanently dedicated space for temporary art exhibits.
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February 9, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Commissioner Nora Noguez suggested Adani’s birds could inaugurate a permanently dedicated space for temporary art exhibits.
In response, police chief admits 23 agencies potentially violated privacy and immigration laws when accessing system.
The Ark | Ark investigation uncovers federal searches of Tiburon license-plate data
In response, police chief admits 23 agencies potentially violated privacy and immigration laws when accessing system.
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February 8, 2026 at 5:55 PM
In response, police chief admits 23 agencies potentially violated privacy and immigration laws when accessing system.
She and a colleague have developed an adaptive dance program for students on the autism spectrum and with other sensory sensitivities.
The Ark | Everyday Encounters: A ballet teacher at Marin Dance Theatre builds community in Marin
She and a colleague have developed an adaptive dance program for students on the autism spectrum and with other sensory sensitivities.
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February 7, 2026 at 1:02 AM
She and a colleague have developed an adaptive dance program for students on the autism spectrum and with other sensory sensitivities.
Commissioners envision outdoor concerts that celebrate music from different cultures.
The Ark | Tiburon arts board floats Summer of Love music festival
Commissioners envision outdoor concerts that celebrate music from different cultures.
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February 6, 2026 at 11:02 PM
Commissioners envision outdoor concerts that celebrate music from different cultures.
Peso owner Rebel Lee announced his retirement and the sale to Tiburon resident Conor Flaherty and his ownership group.
The Ark | Sam’s owner purchases Silver Peso bar in Larkspur
Peso owner Rebel Lee announced his retirement and the sale to Tiburon resident Conor Flaherty and his ownership group.
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February 6, 2026 at 9:02 PM
Peso owner Rebel Lee announced his retirement and the sale to Tiburon resident Conor Flaherty and his ownership group.
Board Chair Brian Chase said the budget reflects a “return to normalcy” after the pandemic.
The Ark | $2.4 mil budget OK’d as youth programs drive post-pandemic rebound at Ranch
Board Chair Brian Chase said the budget reflects a “return to normalcy” after the pandemic.
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February 6, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Board Chair Brian Chase said the budget reflects a “return to normalcy” after the pandemic.
Tiburon Peninsula flood officials are facing a financial squeeze.
The Ark | Flood zone faces gap of $3.5 mil for major projects
Tiburon Peninsula flood officials are facing a financial squeeze.
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February 6, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Tiburon Peninsula flood officials are facing a financial squeeze.
The vote follows a cease-and-desist letter alleging a Tiburon councilmember blocked a resident from meetings that should have been public.
The Ark | Marin mayors council agrees to follow state open-meeting laws
The vote follows a cease-and-desist letter alleging a Tiburon councilmember blocked a resident from meetings that should have been public.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:02 AM
The vote follows a cease-and-desist letter alleging a Tiburon councilmember blocked a resident from meetings that should have been public.
The lawsuit claims the county wrongly fast-tracked the project under state housing laws designed to bypass the public review process.
The Ark | Strawberry neighbors sue to block senior housing project
The lawsuit claims the county wrongly fast-tracked the project under state housing laws designed to bypass the public review process.
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February 5, 2026 at 11:03 PM
The lawsuit claims the county wrongly fast-tracked the project under state housing laws designed to bypass the public review process.
California appeals court cleared Tiburon to keep a Paradise Drive site in its housing plan, rejecting neighbors’ CEQA challenge.
The Ark | Appeals court sides with Tiburon in Paradise Drive housing-element lawsuit
California appeals court cleared Tiburon to keep a Paradise Drive site in its housing plan, rejecting neighbors’ CEQA challenge.
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February 5, 2026 at 9:02 PM
California appeals court cleared Tiburon to keep a Paradise Drive site in its housing plan, rejecting neighbors’ CEQA challenge.
Hundreds of new state laws took effect Jan. 1, including protections against AI chat bots, a new minimum wage and capped insulin copays.
The Ark | New laws speed ballot counts, ban plastic bags
Hundreds of new state laws took effect Jan. 1, including protections against AI chat bots, a new minimum wage and capped insulin copays.
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January 16, 2026 at 1:02 AM
Hundreds of new state laws took effect Jan. 1, including protections against AI chat bots, a new minimum wage and capped insulin copays.
Belvedere's plan for 160 new housing units tailored 87 of those — 73 at The Boardwalk alone — to Land Co. properties.
The Ark | Belvedere Land Co. property swaps set stage for housing development
Belvedere's plan for 160 new housing units tailored 87 of those — 73 at The Boardwalk alone — to Land Co. properties.
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January 15, 2026 at 11:02 PM
Belvedere's plan for 160 new housing units tailored 87 of those — 73 at The Boardwalk alone — to Land Co. properties.
The county’s approval through a state-mandated ministerial review process on Dec. 23 leaves opponents with no avenue for appeal.
The Ark | Marin OKs 106-unit senior facility off North Knoll Road
The county’s approval through a state-mandated ministerial review process on Dec. 23 leaves opponents with no avenue for appeal.
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January 15, 2026 at 9:03 PM
The county’s approval through a state-mandated ministerial review process on Dec. 23 leaves opponents with no avenue for appeal.
Tiburon residents have until 5 p.m. Feb. 13 to apply for 15 volunteer positions on nine town and county boards and commissions.
The Ark | Tiburon seeks volunteers for several boards, including planning, parks, arts, disaster
Tiburon residents have until 5 p.m. Feb. 13 to apply for 15 volunteer positions on nine town and county boards and commissions.
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January 15, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Tiburon residents have until 5 p.m. Feb. 13 to apply for 15 volunteer positions on nine town and county boards and commissions.
37-year Ark reporter Jeanne Price, who championed historic-preservation efforts in Belvedere, died Dec. 26. She was 93.
The Ark | Belvedere's Jeanne Price spent nearly four decades reporting for Ark, championed historic landmarks
37-year Ark reporter Jeanne Price, who championed historic-preservation efforts in Belvedere, died Dec. 26. She was 93.
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January 15, 2026 at 5:04 PM
37-year Ark reporter Jeanne Price, who championed historic-preservation efforts in Belvedere, died Dec. 26. She was 93.