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Around town this week
Fresh from local news covering Monterey and the surrounding area.
A teacher's aide in Monterey County is accused of abusing a special needs student, and two wildfires were reported in the area this week: the Coalinga Fire on June 19 and the Canyon Fire on June 17. The Monterey California News also reported on a 20% increase in literary tourism across the West Coast, linked to restored author estates and book-to-screen adaptations.
Curated by TinyLocalAdventure from local news sources · Updated June 23, 2026 · AI-assisted summary. Headlines below link to the original reporting.
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What is there to do in Monterey?
Monterey has 0 parks and green spaces, 0 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.
Where should I park in Monterey?
Most of Monterey is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.
How do I get to Monterey?
Monterey sits in Monterey, California, reachable by car or by the local trails for cyclists.
Can I see homes for sale in Monterey?
Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Monterey, and can connect you with a local agent.