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  Every Spring, the SPCA Monterey County Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center rescues hundreds of baby birds. These tiny birds receive critical care while they are raised at the SPCA, and then released back into the wild to fly free.  Many of these birds come to the SPCA from people trimming trees during the wrong season which unintentionally causes harm to wildlife. In the SPCA Monterey County area, winter is the optimal season for tree trimming.  The main reason for winter trimming is that birds and small mammals are usually not yet nesting, so they are not in danger of falling when a limb is trimmed. Also during this period, trees are in a dormant state, laying the foundation for new growth in the upcoming spring. Trimming in winter provides trees with added protection as they heal, as there are fewer pests and diseases present to harm them.  Some of the first babies to arrive every year are hummingbirds. They come to the SPCA after being blown from trees dur...

  Salinas, CA – The Monterey County Elections Office reminds potential candidates that important deadlines for the June 2, 2026, Primary Election are approaching: Close of Declaration of Intention: The final day to file a Declaration of Intention for judicial offices is 5: 00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Candidates for judicial office must pay a filing fee at the time of filing their Declaration of Intention. Close of Signatures in Lieu of Filing Fee Petitions: The deadline for candidates running for any office with a filing fee to submit petitions containing signatures to offset or fully cover said fee is 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Signatures in lieu of filling fee petitions cannot be accepted after this time. Candidates are encouraged to schedule an appointment by calling the Elections Office at (831) 796-1499 or toll-free (866) 887-9274 or via email at CandidateServices@countyofmonterey.gov. The Elections Office is located at 1441 Schilling Place – North B...