June is Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Awareness Month Merced County officials gather to speak about elder abuse Recognizing the warning signs of elder abuse is discussed … Click to Continue »
Read More »Los Banos boy completes Alcatraz swim
A 9-year-old Los Banos boy has completed a daring swim this morning in the waters of the San Francisco Bay. James Savage has become one of the youngest swimmers to … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced community reacts to Orlando tragedy
Residents said they worry for LGBT community More than one vigil and moment of silence held for healing One resident said it was clearly a ‘hate crime’ … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced vigil planned to honor Orlando victims
Bob Hart Square is site of planned vigil It is a vigil and nmoment of silence … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced-area ghost towns, old roads on display
Merced County Courthouse Museum opens new exhibit Thursday It combines traditional maps and Google Maps The exhibit will be on display through Oct. 2 … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced man arrested after vehicle chase in stolen car, police say
Short police chase ended with arrest Police said vehicle driven by suspect had been stolen that day … Click to Continue »
Read More »CHP reports fatal crash on Highway 99 in Merced County
The California Highway Patrol is reporting a fatal traffic collision on Highway 99, just north of Winton Parkway. Few details were available immediately. According to the CHP website, about two … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced man arrested in connection with Gracey School burglary
Traffic stop leads police to evidence of school burglary, officers say Investigators also find jewelry they believe was stolen in separate burglary One man was arrested … Click to Continue »
Read More »New 3-D mammography coming to Mercy Medical Center
Locals no longer have to travel for 3-D images 3-D images help physicians detect breast abnormalities earlier Catching abnormalities earlier can save complete removal of breasts … Click to Continue »
Read More »Reporting back on Merced’s best tacos
Ramon’s Tacos in Planada most recommended by readers Popular among Yosemite tourists, the Sanchez family doesn’t disappoint Five Guys finally opens in Merced … Click to Continue »
Read More »Atwater man shot in gang attack, police say
Victim was shot in back, expected to survive No arrests have been made, police believe violence is gang related Victim’s brother was shot and killed a year ago in the same area, police say … Click to Continue »
Read More »Coal ash taints water in five states, study says
CHARLOTTE, N.C.-A study of North Carolina and four other southeastern states found evidence that coal ash ponds consistently contaminate nearby lakes, rivers and groundwater, Duke University scientists say. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Gawkers hampering firefighters as wild grass fire threatens buildings in Merced
Firefighters are battling a large grass fire on the outskirts of Merced that has damaged one building and is threatening several others. Flames were spotted shortly after 10 p.m. at … Click to Continue »
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