Former Madera student graduates with honors
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneA former Madera High School student has graduated from Simmons College in Boston and was named to the Dean’s List. Jacqueline (Nikki) Hernandez received her bachelor’s...
View ArticleLibrary to host watercolor workshops
Author(s): Farin MontanezA New Mexico-based artist will travel to Madera this week to hold two watercolor workshops for children on Thursday at the Madera County Library. Kathryn Holmes, an early...
View ArticleBack to school shopping: fashion forward
Author(s): Farin MontanezMore stores, more options for trends Madera youth preparing to go back to school this month say they are having an easier time shopping the latest trends with the opening of...
View ArticleBizarre chase follows crash
Author(s): DJ BeckerMan arrested after hit-and-run, home break-in, Tasering A 36-year-old Madera man suspected of being under the influence of drugs hit a car on Howard Road near Westberry Boulevard,...
View ArticleCopeland, Martinazzi wed
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneChelsie Copeland and Brett Martinazzi of Madera wed June 16, 2012 at Holland Park West in Fresno with Pastor Nick Van Beek officiating. The bride is the daughter of...
View ArticleBlock party planned in Chowchilla
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneThe City of Chowchilla will host its 23rd annual Community-Wide Block Party from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Friday at Sports and Leisure Park, 625 N. 15th St. Food will be sold,...
View ArticleA royal affair: 300 attend Old Timers coronation
Author(s): Bill CoateMadera’s Courthouse Park once again became regal territory as 300 gathered to celebrate the coronation of the 2012 Old Timers Day king and queen. Her Majesty Lorraine Ocheltree and...
View Article200 attend concert by Taiwan musicians
Author(s): Elsa MejiaSister City students perform for children at youth center Young Taiwanese musicians awed an audience of nearly 200 during a benefit concert for local service clubs. The Formosa...
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Suit filed against farm contractor over wages
Author(s): Associated PressFRESNO (AP) — California labor officials are suing a farm labor contracting company over allegations the company failed to properly pay more than 100 farmworkers. In a suit...
View ArticleCalFire bills carry 10 percent penalty
Author(s): Chuck DoudBills will be going out soon for the new state fire-prevention fee, and those who receive the bills had better pay them on time. Otherwise, they could be levied a penalty of 10...
View ArticleRestaurant owner in right place at right time
Author(s): Tyler TakedaFor Eva Castellanos, owning a restaurant was never a thought in her mind — not even close. But the situation presented itself and here she is, the owner of Gateway to Heaven...
View ArticleLocal housing program accepting applicants
Author(s): Elsa MejiaVacancies in the housing program under the Madera County Mental Health Services Act became available at the beginning of the month in Madera and Chowchilla, and individuals...
View ArticleMadera's own 'Rosie the Riveter’ celebrates 90th
Author(s): Bill CoateCedar Creek resident proud of political work More than 50 friends and family members gathered at the Cedar Creek Senior Living facility Wednesday afternoon to wish Milly Bufford a...
View ArticleMan guilty of heroin possession for sale
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneA 52-year-old Madera man will be sentenced Oct. 15 after being convicted in Madera Superior Court on two felony counts of transporting and possessing heroin for sale,...
View ArticlePainting dreams: N.M. watercolor artist teaches kids at library
Author(s): Elsa MejiaChildren took more out of the usual storytime at Madera County Library on Thursday as they created art based on a tale during two free watercolor workshops. Taught by watercolor...
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Weather service issues heat alert for San Joaquin Valley
Author(s): Associated PressFRESNO (AP) — With temperatures forecast to push 112 degrees through the weekend, the National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat watch for the San Joaquin Valley....
View ArticleTribute to Jerry Venturi at Sunday’ park concert
Author(s): Leon EmoSunday’s Summer Concert in the Park will feature noted accordionists in a tribute to Madera Music Man, the late Jerry Venturi. A renowned accordionist and musician, he owned...
View ArticleUniversal transforms to a place to be
Author(s): Tyler TakedaOptimus Prime, Bumblebee and Megatron greet guests as they enter Universal City to ride Universal Studios’ newest attraction. And support attractions keep the masses entertained...
View ArticleRecent arrests as of Saturday, August 11, 2012
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneCorina Mascarenas of Madera was arrested on or about July 30 in Madera County on suspicion of petty theft. Luis Lopez of Madera was arrested on or about July 31 in San...
View ArticleFair competitions deadline nearing
Author(s): Elsa MejiaMadera County residents who wish to enter in this year’s fair in September to show or compete must submit entry forms by Tuesday. Entry forms and copies of the Exhibitor’s Handbook...
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