hires news, education reporter

Sierra Sun - Mon Nov 30

The Sierra Sun is pleased to announce the hiring of Jason Shueh as a news reporter.

Thomson obtains 'safeguard' proceeding to restructure debt

The Union - Mon Nov 30

French media technology group Thomson, which has been struggling to sell off its Grass Valley Group manufacturing division, announced Monday it has obtained a "safeguard" proceeding to protect it from creditors in the hope of restructuring its debt by February.

Heroin raid suspects wend way through court system

The Union - Mon Nov 30

Of the 10 people arrested Oct. 14 in a drug raid in Grass Valley, seven are wending their way through the Nevada County Superior Court system.

Local family makes homemade soap with goat's milk

The Union - Sun Nov 29

Lisa and Glenn Newman make goat-milk soap in their Lake Wildwood kitchen-based business, Stoney Oaks Farm, and will be selling their seasonal items at the Country Christmas Faire at the Nevada County Fairgrounds today.

Gift drive for Sacramento-area seniors starts Tuesday

Sacramento Bee - Sat Nov 28

Children are traditionally of the focus of attention during the Christmas season, but many older folks could use a little holiday cheer, too.

Don't rush to judge

The Union - Sat Nov 28

There's a group of Nevada County residents who believe that outsourcing the management and operation of Nevada County's Public Libraries will somehow remove the "public" from their public library.

Drivers warned to look out for bears

The Union - Sat Nov 28

It's not unusual for Nevada County residents, particularly those who live at high elevations, to see black bears.

Enjoy the outside world in style

The Union - Fri Nov 27

Jason and Jill Auld are owners of Mountain Recreation on East Main Street in Grass Valley.

Record turnout for Turkey Trot

The Union - Fri Nov 27

Mike Bratton, father of the race's namesake, gives runners and walkers a high-five Thursday morning as they take part in the fourth annual Michael Bratton II Turkey Trot at Nevada Union High School.

Will stores see end to the gloom?

The Union - Fri Nov 27

While they may not have campers outside their front doors this morning, Nevada County businesses are hoping for a little Black Friday magic to ward off the recession blues.