Killing Roots with Death Foam
Chemicals are being deployed to keep sewer pipes clear.
Nick Welsh
Recent Stories
Council Approves New Contract with City’s Biggest Union
The City Council unanimously approved a new contract with its biggest bargaining unit — SEIU Local 235 — which provides for pay increases of 7 percent staggered over three years. SEIU, which represents about 450 workers, agreed to take no wage increases throughout the recession and accepted work furloughs.
City Divvies $4.3 Million for Plethora of Projects
Pedestrian improvements for Eastside, roundabout for Mesa, new kids’ section for library.
Let Sleeping Dogs Snore
Poodle considers how not to go into a drought.
9-1-1 Call Center Moving to Granada Garage Office
Its current police station home was deemed too old, cramped, and unsafe.
In Time of Drought, State Water in Serious Doubt
The Central Coast Water Authority has issued a bombshell warning about dwindling supplies.
Mad Dogs on the Loose
Poodle looks for answers to questions unasked.
Green Light for Highway 101 Widening
The push for changes and more study was overwhelmingly defeated.
Concerns Raised over Carpinteria Pastor’s Past
Fr. Richard Martini was previously accused, but never found guilty, of sexual molestation.
Car Chasing Dogs
Poodle asks, “What congestion relief at what price?”
