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Community Mourns as Missing San Francisco Man Kelley Guest Found Dead in Marin County
The somber search for Kelley Guest that gripped San Francisco came to a heartbreaking conclusion as the 76-year-old, who had been reported missing earlier this week, was found dead in Marin County. The Marin County Sheriff's Search and Rescue team made the discovery yesterday, bringing a tragic end to the extensive search efforts.
Missing elderly person found deceased in Marin County
SAN FRANCISCO, California — Kelley Guest, who was reported missing, was found deceased in Marin County on Saturday, July 20, 2024, according to the Marin County Sheriff's Search and Rescue. The San Francisco Police Department expressed their gratitude to the Marin County Sheriff's Department, Marin County Sheriff's Search and...
Missing 76-year-old man found dead in Marin County, police say
A missing San Francisco man has been found dead in Marin County, police said Saturday night. Kelley Guest, 76, was last seen on Monday exiting the Golden Gate Ferry in Sausalito, police said. A search and rescue team from the Marin County Sheriff's Office joined the effort to find him...
SIU seizes $50k in pills, fentanyl
In the month of July, the Department of Homeland Security intercepted a package shipped from the United Kingdom bound for the City of Novato. The package was found to contain various controlled substance pills, including fentanyl. The Marin County Sheriff’s Office Specialized Investigative Unit (SIU) assumed the investigation and conducted...
Marin student evolves from allergy sufferer to allergy scholar
Many student research projects can be compelling. Ari Shakked’s review of oral immunotherapy treatments for food allergy sufferers was personal. Shakked’s work, one of nine high school senior projects presented in May at a Marin Academy symposium in San Rafael, was based on a protocol that changed his life forever.
Milestones: Good news about Marin people
Dean’s list: Katherine Gutierrez, of San Rafael, was named to the dean’s list at the University of Tampa for the spring 2024 semester. Dean’s list: Vivian Johnson, of San Rafael, was named to the dean’s list at St. Lawrence University for the spring 2024 semester. Dean’s...
Marin County hospitality manager sentenced to over 5 years in prison for fraud
A former hospitality executive from Novato was sentenced to 65 months in prison following convictions on wire and tax frauds, among other charges, related to a construction scheme involving a Hilton hotel in San Francisco. Geoffrey Mark Palermo, 60, on March 11 admitted to one count each of wire fraud,...
Marin County real-life simulated earthquake drill puts 1st responders to test
In the North Bay, first responders were being put to the test for a major earthquake disaster drill like no other.The real-time simulation tested the capabilities and readiness of Marin County rescue teams. A reminder, this was only a drill.Marin County's Urban Search and Rescue Team looked for "survivors" following a "major earthquake in Point Reyes.""We simulate an 8.2 magnitude earthquake. The duration could be 10 seconds to a minute of shaking," said Marin County Fire Battalion Chief Graham Groneman.This drill was as real as it gets. Team members cut through concrete rubble and shattered glass to reach crushed cars....
Marin therapy dog group for first responders expands nationwide
A Marin County woman who provides four-legged emotional support for first responders has expanded her nonprofit across the country.When Kerith the golden retriever and her companions come to visit a fire station they bring smiles. Just ask Kerith's human, Heidi Carman."Kerith lives for this," said Carman. "She's so excited when she sees her firefighter and first responder friends in general."The feeling's mutual for Capt. Mike Lewis and his colleagues at San Rafael Fire Station 51. "It definitely lights up our day as well," Lewis said. "I really feel like we're changing lives and making their mental health a little bit...
Marin rescue team trains for natural disasters
More than 30 rescuers trained in Point Reyes Station this week for the aftermath of an 8.0-magnitude earthquake. The Marin County Urban Search and Rescue Regional Task Force 1 drill was held Thursday at the Commodore Webster Training Facility. The team prepares for deployment to major natural disasters if needed by first responders.
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