PG&E Extends Moratorium On Service Disconnections

However, PG&E said other emergency customer protections put in place during the pandemic have expired.

Petaluma-Based Friedman's Home Improvement Names New CFO

Jeff Schryver joins a six-person executive team at the company, which has four retail locations, a distribution yard and 600 employees.

Former MoviePass Execs To Pay $400K: CA Counties Reach Settlement

Sonoma County is among four California counties that reached a settlement agreement with two executives of the now-defunct movie ticket app.

Beer Baron Fires Beer Buyer Accused Of Misogynistic Behavior

Beer Baron, which has a Sonoma County location, made the announcement this week.

PETA Commends Gap For Ban On Glue Traps At Petaluma, All Stores

By banning "vile glue traps" at 2,500+ Gap, Old Navy and Banana Republic stores, Gap proves it has a big heart for small animals, PETA said.

Petaluma Area Bankruptcies Slowed Amid Pandemic Last Year

Here's how the pandemic affected bankruptcies in Sonoma County. Experts warn of a likely surge in coming years.

How Reliable Is Your California Power Provider?

See how well power providers in the Petaluma area and across CA serve their electric customers.

Wildfire Victim's New Sonoma County Home Installed In 2 Days

Elements of the original home were retained in the design, and reclaimed wood from trees lost in the fire was used in counters and cabinets.

Top 17 Petaluma Local Businesses Of The Year

See which spots Patch readers nominated as their favorite places to shop, eat, exercise, or otherwise support.

Free Coffee For Front-Line Workers At Starbucks In Petaluma

“We want to show our deep gratitude for those who support and protect us every day with a small gesture of kindness and a cup of coffee.”

Over 5K Sonoma County EV Drivers Receive PG&E Rebate

The deadline to apply for the $800 rebate is approaching.

Bay Area Startup Flubs Thanksgiving Grocery Delivery

Good Eggs left customers scrambling on Thanksgiving after flubbing most of the 3,700 turkey deliveries and side dishes it had promised.

How To Avoid Black Friday Scams In Petaluma

Consumers in Petaluma can take steps to lessen the chance of falling victim to a scam.

Commercial Dungeness Crab Season Delayed By Whales, Meat Quality

"When the data indicates the whales have migrated out of the fishing grounds, CDFW stands ready to open the commercial season."

Best Petaluma Business Of The Year: Nominate Your Favorite

Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Petaluma Business of the Year.

Shop Petaluma Gift Card Coming To Town

The eGift Card keeps local dollars local, with participating merchants listed as community-minded local businesses.

Macy's Announces Holiday Hiring, Including At Santa Rosa Store

Seasonal applicants often receive an offer the same day they apply. About one-third of Macy's store leadership started this way.

Monday Reopening For Sonoma County Salons, Barbershops, Malls

The reopenings are in line with the state's revised health orders and were confirmed by Sonoma County's public health officer.

Petaluma Goes 'Free Range,' Allows Businesses To Expand Outdoors

Traffic barriers have been installed at five locations in the downtown area to allow for outdoor dining, wine tasting and other activities.

These Petaluma Companies Got The Biggest PPP Loans

More than 87,000 California companies received loans, according to new data released this week. See how Petaluma businesses fared.

Sonoma County Farm Bureau Congratulates Ag Days Contest Winners

"It is great to see so many Sonoma County students applying what they have learned about agriculture to their many contest creations."

Sonoma County Allows Wineries, Breweries To Reopen

The change to Sonoma County's coronavirus-related public health order coincides with the state's.

Sonoma County Unemployment Rate Soars To 15.2%

That means 35,900 Sonoma County residents lost their jobs from March to April.

Victoria’s Secret Closing 250 Stores; See Sonoma County Locations

Parent company L Brands also announced it plans to close 50 Bath & Body Works locations in the United States and Canada.

Pier 1 To Permanently Close All Stores, Including Santa Rosa

Stores will reopen long enough to sell-off all inventory.

Sonoma County Car Washes, Pet Groomers Among Businesses Reopening

Pet groomers may reopen under the county's newest health order. Salons and barbershops, however, remain closed.

16 Nordstrom Stores To Close, Company Says

Nordstrom temporarily closed all stores in March because of the coronavirus pandemic, including 4 North Bay stores.

Princess Cruises, Carnival Hit With Lawsuit Alleging Negligence

Bay Area Grand Princess passengers accuse the cruise line and its parent company of negligence in coronavirus exposure.

Petaluma Local Business Guide: What's Open Or Closed In Town

We asked local businesses to update their status and created a handy guide from their responses.

Petaluma Easter 2020: Updated List Of Stores Open, Closed

Target, Trader Joe’s and other major stores in or near Petaluma are closed Easter Sunday to give essential workers a day off.

Petaluma Businesses: Open or Closed? Let Local Customers Know

We’re publishing a simple Open-or-Closed directory for Petaluma businesses. Here’s how to get listed.

Friedman's Helps Provide Masks For Sonoma County Medical Workers

The home-improvement store with three Sonoma County locations has adjusted its hours but remains open — to 30 customers at a time.

Coronavirus: CVS Waives Delivery Fees For Meds In Petaluma

CVS Pharmacies is providing free home delivery of prescription meds amid precautions regarding the new coronavirus.

Completion Of Petaluma River Floathouse Within View

A major milestone in the long-planned project was reached in January. Here's an update on where The Floathouse now stands.

Pier 1 Imports, With 2 North Bay Stores, Closing Up To 450 Sites

The planned closures come as the company deals with less foot traffic.

Cal/OSHA Investigating Fatal Petaluma Silo Collapse

Authorities say the worker who died was welding atop the silo.

How Santa Rosa Ranks Among Best-Paying Cities For Jobs

U.S. News recently released its 2020 ranking of best-paying cities. See where Santa Rosa ranks.

Sonoma County Supes Approve $11M Plan For Housing The Homeless

"I'm proud of the investment we made today," said Supervisor David Rabbit.

CVS Accused Of Not Complying With CA Recycling Law In Petaluma

CalRecycle filed a $3.6-million enforcement action against CVS involving 81 stores, including in Petaluma and elsewhere in Sonoma County.

Public Storage Fined In North Bay Wildfire Price-Gouging Case

The district attorneys of Sonoma, Napa and Solano have reached a settlement with the company that owns Public Storage.