The Press Democrat

A proactive police response that resulted in more than 100 traffic stops over the long Independence Day weekend also prevented potential sideshows from developing in Santa Rosa, according to authorities. The effort, which involved various North Bay law enforcement agencies, was considered a success as police continue to develop ways...

After two drownings in Lake Berryessa within one week, parks officials are urging visitors to follow key water safety tips when it comes to swimming in Sonoma County lakes and rivers. At Lake Sonoma, no lifeguards are on duty and swimming is at your own risk, according to the U.S....

Pete Soergel is a grape tactician. Dialing in the details, from blending decisions to cooperage choices, is his forte. The winemaker of Healdsburg’s Lynmar Estate painstakingly crafted our wine of the week winner — the Lynmar, 2018 Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, Quail Hill Vineyard, Sonoma County, 14.4%, $63. It’s a gorgeous chardonnay that has complexity and a silky texture. Blousy yet balanced, it’s buoyed by bright acidity. With layered notes of pineapple and melon and a kiss of caramel, it’s impressive.

Trattore Farms, located in the upper Dry Creek Valley, has opened a second tasting room in downtown Healdsburg at 320 Center St. Seating is limited, and reservations are recommended but walks-in are welcome. The tasting room is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. To reserve: trattorefarms.com or 707-431-7200.

I don’t have a pet cat but if I did surely I would outfit it in a bonnet that’s for sale at the Guerneville 5 & 10. And if I owned a squirrel, I’m positive he’d look great in a pair of squirrel underpants I spotted for $6.99 on the metal display to the left of the 5 & 10s front door.