In honor of Chinese New Year, Rebecca Yerger looks back at the way local newspapers reported on celebrations in the past.
Scenes from Napa's Lighted Art Festival, a collection of projected-light and laser exhibitions on display in downtown Napa.
Local historian Rebecca Yerger offers a glimpse into Napa Valley's past in her column "Memory Lane". This is a collection of her most recent columns.
Rebecca Yerger looks back 100 years to life in Napa -- and the rest of the country -- in 1923.
An abandoned child, efforts to help families in need and the story of a star: Rebecca Yerger tells stories of Christmases in long ago Napa.
For a guy who's busy spreading joy to kids worldwide, Santa seems to have found plenty of time to visit the Napa Valley over the years. Here's a look back from our archives of some of the times the Register has caught up with the Jolly Old Elf himself.
Napa Valley is arguably one of the most beautiful places in the world. To celebrate Napa Valley's natural beauty, we asked readers to send us their scenic Napa Valley shots to showcase its many wonders. The response was phenomenal.
We at the Napa Valley Register aren't quite sure when Ugly Christmas Sweaters became a cool holiday tradition, but we are so thankful for our readers who embrace it and are willing to share their photos.
Christmas holidays in Napa in 1902 were filled with festivities and many visits from Santa Claus.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Saturday's parade has been cancelled due to rains.
The bombing of Pearl Harbor is a flashbulb memory for the oldest living Americans. These are some others.
The annual Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade will be held on Saturday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m on Lincoln Avenue in downtown Calistoga. Here is a look at highlights from past parades.
Napa County historian shares two unusual stories about Napa State Hospital.
Charity fun runs have been a part of Thanksgiving festivities for many Napa County residents over the years. Here is a look back at some turkey run highlights.
Here is a look back at past Napa Christmas tree lightings to get you in the holiday mood. The 2022 festivities will be held Wednesday, Nov. 23, from 6-8 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in downtown Napa.
Rebecca Yerger provides a look at what Napa residents were up to in November 1909.
If you're up for some tranquil beauty and a bit of history, why don't you try a short hike on the mostly-shaded History Trail at Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park in St. Helena?
Celebrate Napa’s 150th anniversary by walking back through time to hear from storytellers illuminating the early days of the city's history.
From our readers: A salute to the family tradition of picking pumpkins in time for Halloween.
Napa Valley historian collects ghost stories throughout the year and each Halloween she shares them. These are some of the favorite tales she has found.
Relive Halloween memories in Napa Valley dating back to 2012.
Local historian and Napa Valley Register columnist Rebecca Yerger has been delighting readers with tales of Napa County's haunted history for a decade. Here is a collection of her columns and features just in time for Halloween.
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A thwarted lover resorted to murder in this 1926 Napa story.
From our readers: A salute to the family tradition of picking pumpkins in time for Halloween.
The Yount Lodge No. 12 of the Free and Accepted Masons received its official charter on May 8, 1851, and a 1998 history of the organization is filled with interesting historical notes.
Tuesday, Sept. 27 marks the 53nd anniversary of the Zodiac Killer's attack in Napa County.
When the Christian Brothers were in danger of losing their Napa Valley home, its winemaking became their saving grace, columnist Rebecca Yerger writes.
From her early days as a princess to her Platinum Jubilee and beyond, here's a look back at Queen Elizabeth II's life in photos.
Early teachers in Napa County had to deal with problems they are unlikely to encounter today, such as getting stuck in the outhouse.
It's prep football season in Napa Valley. Take a look back at all the action from Week 1, including photos and videos from your favorite local high school teams.