Police Notice Increase In Violent Pot-Related Crimes In Sonoma County

Sonoma County law enforcement officials say they’re increasingly involved with trying to solve a type of crime that barely existed a few years ago that centers around marijuana.

The slayings of three men on Tuesday in Forestville is just the latest in a string of drug-related crimes. According to investigators, the men were trying to buy a cache of pot when the deal apparently went sour.

Read more at CBS Local.

Trial in Healdsburg pot garden slaying delayed due to Forestville killings

The trial of two Sonoma County men accused in a 2011 slaying at a Healdsburg pot garden was postponed Thursday because of publicity surrounding a triple homicide near Forestville this week that authorities said was tied to a marijuana sale.

Read more at The Press Democrat.

Job: Medical/Front Office Assistant

West County Health Centers is seeking a Medical/Front Office Assistant for our Forestville Wellness Center. 

We are looking for a dynamic person who is highly organized, able to multi-task for this hybrid position which is a combination of back and front office medical responsibilities. This person should have a commitment to wellness, prevention and community engagement. The Forestville Wellness Center provides integrative and herbal health consultations, osteopathic and acupuncture visits, and a wide array of health education groups.

Our ideal candidate has experience in a medical office/healthcare setting including electronic health records and has completed an M.A. training program. We are looking for someone who is passionate about providing comprehensive, personal, service oriented and high quality patient care to our patients of West Sonoma County. This person is responsible for rooming patients, assisting them throughout their office visit, as well as assisting integrative medical providers, and group facilitators. Other responsibilities include tracking and ordering supplies, helping the front office with confirmation calls and scheduling. This is a part-time, 32 hour/week benefitted position .

Education and experience required:
Completion of M.A. training program preferred.
Current CPR
Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job. Basic office and equipment safety knowledge and practice. 
2 years experience in an outpatient setting or working with a health clinic desirable. Demonstrated commitment and skills to provide age appropriate care to a diverse population
Bilingual desireable

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3 men shot, killed at Ross Station Road

Three men were found dead at a rural home off Highway 116 between Forestville and Graton, according to Sonoma County sheriff's investigators.

Investigators responded to a 3:13 p.m. emergency call indicating that a person arrived at the home in the 9700 block of Ross Station Road near Douglas Lane and found three bodies inside.

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SMITH: A super win for Ethan and Dylan

A mere week ago, Forestville-reared brothers Ethan and Dylan Loudon had no idea they'd go to the Super Bowl — much less in grand style, as guests of one Vernon Davis.

Today the El Molino alums are soaking up their last bit of New Orleans hospitality before jetting home.

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BEST spurs new coalitions for Sonoma County food, tech

After helping to form an industry group for Sonoma County’s advanced manufacturers in late 2011, Sonoma County Building Economic Success Together — BEST — is coordinating a similar gathering of executives from the county’s top players in food and beverage manufacturing that participants hope will spur further growth in that sector....Other potential participants include companies like Petaluma-based Amy’s Kitchen, Santa Rosa-based La Tortilla Factory, Healdsburg’s Costeaux French Bakery and Forestville’s Kozlowski Farms, among others.

Read full article at North Bay Business Journal.

Farmhouse Inn & Restaurant is a Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurant

Farmhouse Restaurant made the list of Open Table Diners'  Choice Award for the Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in the U.S. See the full list here:

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Corks Restaurant Seeks Sous Chef, Line Cooks, FOH Personnel

Corks Restaurant at Russian River Vineyards is looking for a professional Sous Chef, line cooks and Front of House Staff with a strong desire to make a positive contribution to our restaurant. He/she will work closely with the Chefs and all other kitchen and Front of House Staff staff to create a cohesive group of professionals. Above all, the sous chef will do all he/she can to contribute to an environment where professionalism, cooperation and enthusiasm flourish among the restaurant staff. 5+ years experience preferred. Full and Part time positions are available. 

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Forestville home destroyed by fire

A Forestville couple lost their Trenton Road home Sunday night to fire.

The fire was reported at 7:34 p.m., and four minutes later arriving Forestville firefighters found flames raging out of the windows.

Read full story at the Press Democrat

Captain Paisley @ Forestville Club, January 26, 2013

Captain Paisley will plat at the Forestville Club, January 26, 2013