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Groundbreaking in 2028? Napa County learns about California’s housing plans near Skyline Park
NAPA VALLEY REGISTERThe equestrian area of Skyline Park in 2022, in a portion of the park that Napa County has proposed for future construction of affordable housing to meet state-mandated goals.Napa County officials say the state hopes to see affordable housing begin...
Shuttered since 2014 earthquake, historic Napa post office may see $250 million rebirth
NAPA VALLEY REGISTERAn artist's rendering of new plans for the Franklin Station Hotel Project, located at 1351 Second St. in Napa. The hotel would incorporated the 1930s-era post office building, which was damaged in the 2014 earthquake and has been vacant...
Grand jury offers advice for Napa winery permitting
NAPA VALLEY REGISTERRevive the winery audit to discourage rule-breaking and reorganize Planning Building and Environmental Services management structures – those are among the grand jury’s recommendations for Napa County.The county's 2024-25 grand jury dived into the...
Fed holds key rate steady, still sees two more cuts this year
CNBCKey PointsThe Federal Reserve kept its key borrowing rate targeted in a range between 4.25%-4.5%, where it has been since December.However, the central bank expects inflation to remain elevated and sees lower economic growth ahead.Still, the Federal Open Market...
Chiarello’s partners, including former Disney Studios boss, acquire Bottega Napa Valley
NAPA VALLEY REGISTERA pasta dish being plated at Bottega Napa Valley. Rich Frank and John Hansen, former partners of Bottega's late chef-owner Michael Chiarello, announced their full ownership of the Yountville restaurant.Rich Frank and John Hansen, longtime friends...
Treasury Wine Estates Announces Move into the Iconic Gordon Building, Deepening Its Roots in Downtown Napa
WINE BUSINESSNAPA, Calif., (June 17, 2025) — Treasury Wine Estates (TWE), one of the world’s leading luxury wine companies, is proud to announce its U.S. headquarters will take up residency in the beautifully restored Gordon Building on First Street, Napa.This move...