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04/07/2026 1:40 PM
Public comment period for the Integrated Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) Plan is now open
04/06/2026 10:36 AM
FDA Advises Consumers, Retailers, and Distributors Not to Eat, Sell, or Distribute Addall XR Shot or Addall XL Dietary Supplements
04/03/2026 12:55 PM
CDC HAN: Medetomidine in the U.S. Illegal Fentanyl Supply Increasing Risk for Overdose and Severe Withdrawal Syndrome
04/02/2026 3:45 PM
5 Things for April from Monterey County Free Libraries
03/25/2026 11:45 AM
CDPH Warns of Serious Illness linked to Raw Cheddar Cheese Produced by RAW FARM, LLC
03/20/2026 3:24 PM
Primal Herbs Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Primal Herbs Volume Due to Undeclared Sildenafil
03/13/2026 2:31 PM
CDPH Media Release: CDPH Urges Public to Avoid Sick or Dead Marine Mammals and Birds Along California Coast - March 6, 2026
Avian influenza ("bird flu") detected in elephant seal pups at Año Nuevo State Park. Risk to the public remains very low, but officials urge caution.
03/06/2026 5:01 PM
CDPH Press Release: CDPH Urges Vaccination as New Measles Cases Reported in Sacramento Region - March 5, 2026
Six recent cases of measles have been reported in Placer and Sacramento counties. CDPH is strongly urging Californians to ensure they are fully vaccinated against measles.
03/06/2026 12:27 PM
Monterey County Officially Named a Clean California Community
Monterey County has officially earned the unique designation as a Clean California Community from Caltrans’ Clean CA initiative. This recognition acknowledges local efforts to reduce illegal dumping and litter, preserve the environment, and build healthier communities.
03/04/2026 9:42 AM
Rotary Club of Monterey Bay Boosts Literacy with Generous Children’s Book Donation to County Libraries
02/27/2026 2:33 PM
Five Things from Monterey County Free Libraries for March
02/24/2026 2:26 PM
Recalled Chicken Fried Rice Products due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
02/23/2026 10:55 AM
Harmful Skin Lightening Cream - Mercury Containing Face Cream
A bay area man was hospitalized after using two skinlightening products from L.E. Creams: Crema Aclarante de Día and Crema Aclarante de Noche Testing confirmed that both products contain mercury — a dangerous chemical that can seriously harm your health.
02/19/2026 5:02 PM
Monterey County Free Libraries Celebrates Grand Opening of New Gonzales Branch
02/19/2026 1:39 PM
TriZetto Provider Solutions (TPS) Data Breach 2025 Information
02/10/2026 1:03 PM
Tax Help at Monterey County Free Libraries
02/07/2026 4:30 PM
Gerber Announces Recall of Limited Batches of Arrowroot Biscuits Due to Potential Presence of Foreign Material
01/29/2026 9:04 AM
5 Things for February from Monterey County Free Libraries
01/28/2026 9:31 AM
MONTEREY COUNTY FREE LIBRARIES wants to hear how and why YOU use your library
01/25/2026 7:00 AM