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The city of Santa Maria is promoting responsible pet ownership by hosting the first Paws in the Plaza event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 17, at the Machado Plaza located at 224 W. Chapel St.

The event has been coordinated by a gr...

The scent of fresh lime and the rustle of lush emerald fronds transported more than 200 guests to a private island paradise on April 24 for “An Evening Under the Palms.” The Riviera Ridge School’s signature spring gala proved to be a masterclass in tropical soph...

Richard Johnson, who served on the Carpinteria’s Architectural Review Board for 18 years, has stepped down, city staff announced Monday. 

His term was set to end on Jan. 31, 2027. The city is now accepting applications to fill that seat.

Santa Barbara County mental health facilities are on track to see a 30% increase in hospitalizations this year, but patient stays have shortened compared to previous years, county staff said on Tuesday.

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The Carpinteria Groundwater Sustainability Agency (CGSA) has extended the deadline for well owners to register their wells and install approved flowmeters. Well owners are encouraged to start the process now to allow time to complete registration before July 31, 2026. The extension provides additional time for property owners to complete the steps needed for accurate groundwa...