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Four More Years: Mayor Zorn Reflects on First Term, Lays Out Vision for Next One
Incumbent was only candidate to file to run in this year's mayoral election; also, suspect in fatal Martinez stabbing charged with murder, to be…
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Craig Lazzeretti
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Breaking News: Martinez Murder Suspect Wasn't Wearing Ankle Bracelet for Electronic Monitoring on Day of Fatal Stabbing, Despite Being Under…
Marcos Iriarte-Valdez, accused of fatal Thursday stabbing on Francis Court, was taken into custody on Aug. 4 for home detention violation, then released…
Aug 9
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Craig Lazzeretti
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As Filing Deadline Nears, Few Step Forward to Run for Local Office
No one one has filed to run against incumbents for mayor or Martinez Unified School Board as Aug. 7 deadline looms; refinery returns to full operation…
Aug 4
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Craig Lazzeretti
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July 2026
News You Can Use: Sturgeon Advance to Division Championship; National Night Out Returns to Waterfront; Candidate Filing Deadline Nears; "Art…
Our latest roundup of events and activities in and around Martinez
Jul 31
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Craig Lazzeretti
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Consultant Presents Latest Version of 'Full Facility' Refinery Audit at Public Meeting
MRC Oversight Committee member says not enough refinery workers were interviewed for audit, which was ordered in wake of major 2025 fire; report…
Jul 22
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Craig Lazzeretti
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Local Elections Begin to Take Shape as Nomination Period Opens for November Ballot
Zorn files to run for another term as mayor; how races for City Council and School Board are shaping up; nomination period runs through Aug. 7
Jul 19
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Craig Lazzeretti
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News You Can Use: Sturgeon Gear Up for Playoffs; John Muir Camps; Alhambra Creek Cleanup; Mt. Wanda Evening Hike; New City App, Bike Racks…
Our latest roundup of events and activities in and around Martinez
Jul 15
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Craig Lazzeretti
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Happy Fourth of July, Martinez
Happy Fourth of July and 250th birthday to America.
Jul 4
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Craig Lazzeretti
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News You Can Use: Fourth of July Festivities, Sturgeon Homestand, First Friday, Car Show, Briones Hike and More
Our latest roundup of events and activities in and around Martinez
Jul 1
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Craig Lazzeretti
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June 2026
City Pitches 'Entertainment Zone' Proposal That Would Allow Outdoor Alcohol Consumption
Plan gets positive reception from Economic Development Subcommittee; meeting on MRC audit scheduled for Wednesday; 'Mayor for a Day' steals show at…
Jun 28
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Craig Lazzeretti
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City Budget Deficit Grows to $2.2 Million as Council Prepares to Pass 2026-27 Spending Plan
Council OKs converting closed pickleball courts to tennis; school board gets upbeat budget report, discusses cellphone policy; city considers…
Jun 21
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Craig Lazzeretti
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At 80th Anniversary Open House, Central San Gets its Message Out
Local wastewater agency welcomes 1,500 people to its Martinez sewer party with go-kart toilets and bathtubs, ice cream, science demonstrations and more
Jun 19
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Craig Lazzeretti
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