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Community rallies to champion renovations needed at Stephanie’s House in Dos Palos

by Gene Lieb | Mar 28, 2026 | Community, Fundraisers/Donations | 0

When there is a need, the people of Dos Palos will step up and tackle whatever challenges are in...

LBCC approves upgrades to Pacheco Blvd., council chambers

by Javier Powell | Mar 27, 2026 | Government | 0

LOS BANOS — The Los Banos City Council approved a $358,273 upgrade of the council chambers, voted...

May Day Queen, Tiny Princess contestants prepare for annual pageants

by Daniela Macias | Mar 26, 2026 | Community | 0

The May Day Queen and Tiny Princess competitions give young women and girls within Merced County...

Two children seriously injured in crash

by Corey Pride | Mar 24, 2026 | First Responders | 0

Two young children, who were chasing after a dog near their Santa Nella home, were struck by a car and left hospitalized in serious but stable condition last week, according to the California Highway Patrol. Shannon Stiers,...

Overturned vehicle leads to DUI arrest

by The Westside Express | Mar 23, 2026 | Law Enforcement | 0

A driver hitting a parked car and flipping onto its side led to a DUI arrest in the early Sunday...

Refugio Llamas wins appointment to District Two on council

by Javier Powell | Mar 9, 2026 | Government | 0

LOS BANOS — Refugio Llamas was chosen to fill the unexpired term of Evan Saunders on the Los...

Peninsula Clean Energy Awards $550,000 in outreach grants for local nonprofits in 2026

by The Westside Express | Mar 8, 2026 | Business | 0

BY DARREN GOODEPeninsula Clean Energy Peninsula Clean Energy has awarded 16 grants totaling $550,000 to nonprofit partners through its annual community outreach grant program. These trusted local organizations will...