Decades ago, Lake Michigan teemed with nutrients and green algae, casting a brownish-green hue that resembled the mouth of an inland river rather than a vast, open-water lake. Back then, … Click to Continue »
Read More »A Gustine man just wanted a free puppy. But it was a scam that cost him thousands.
Puppies may be adorable but don’t let them bait you into a scam, the Gustine Police Department said Thursday. An unnamed Gustine resident filed a police report Wednesday afternoon after … Click to Continue »
Read More »What a vandal did that cost Sonora store more than $50,000 in food
An act of vandalism cost the Sonora Walmart store more than $ 50,000 in perishable foods, police report. A Sonora resident, 42-year-old Elizabeth Cutting, is sought in the power line interruption … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced wants a new police headquarters. Here’s why it may cost you more money.
The city of Merced moved forward Monday, agreeing to buy a property for a new police station, and soon leaders could ask if you are willing to pay more in … Click to Continue »
Read More »Cost of Detwiler Fire in Mariposa already approaching $11 million and counting
The cost to fight the Detwiler Fire in Mariposa is estimated at about $ 10.7 million and continues to climb as the blaze rages on, according to fire officials. The fire … Click to Continue »
Read More »Here’s why your next swim in the Merced River could cost you $4,000
Merced River rescues are expensive and if you need one, you could end up paying for it, according to the Merced County Sheriff’s Office. A rescue of three women and … Click to Continue »
Read More »Cutting up your credit cards at retirement may cost you a lot more in the long run
When her car trouble began, Beverly Dobratz, 70, assumed that years of responsible credit usage would qualify her for a new car loan with a low interest rate. Then the … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced supportive of railroad quiet zones, depending on the cost
Merced City Council took early steps on Monday to adding quiet zones to the city’s northernmost railroad, an improvement to the “quality of life” of those that live near the … Click to Continue »
Read More »Flood damage in Merced County likely to cost millions
County officials estimate millions of dollars in damage to county infrastructure and private property was caused by flooding over the weekend. Last week the county proclaimed a local emergency, which … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Irrigation District offers unlimited water at half of last year’s cost
The wealth of rain falling on Merced County this year led the Merced Irrigation District board on Friday to approve a budget that will allow district growers to buy as … Click to Continue »
Read More »Unused vacation, sick pay cost Merced County more than $1 million in 2016
Merced County paid more than $ 1 million at the end of 2016 to employees who cashed out unused sick and vacation time, a perk officials say encourages staffers to come … Click to Continue »
Read More »Trump seems ready to fight the world on climate change, and it could cost the US
Donald Trump is branded with all manner of unflattering labels, but one that hasn’t seemed to much bother him is “climate pariah.” The president-elect is unabashed in his disdain for … Click to Continue »
Read More »Airlines embrace pollution plan that could cost them $24 billion
NEW YORK – The aviation industry is supporting a United Nations proposal to limit pollution from international flights even though the measure may eventually cost companies $ 24 billion annually. Trade … Click to Continue »
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