Murder victim, suspect identified
Author(s): Mark SmithA Madera native killed in the city’s second homicide of the year was identified by police Tuesday as Leonardo Noriega Salas, 27, allegedly shot and killed by Jose Alfredo Osorio,...
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Dam water to be tapped amid California drought
Author(s): Associated PressFRESNO (AP) — Officials said Tuesday that, for the first time in decades, they plan to tap water stored behind a dam east of Fresno, as they try to help California farmers...
View ArticleHalf Dome cables to open Friday
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneThe cables to the summit of Half Dome in Yosemite National Park will be reset and open Friday — a week earlier than previously scheduled due to the low snowpack.Hikers...
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Tips for high yields in a garden
Author(s): Associated PressBy Jennifer ForkerHow can you get the most yield from a garden where space is limited, and water is too? Plant smart, and pay attention to the soil.“Your garden is only as...
View ArticlePizza owner living out his dream
Business ProfileAuthor(s): Tyler TakedaSince coming to the United States in 2003 from India, Bal Singh has always worked in the food industry with an eye on opening his own restaurant.He spent the last...
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Brown seeks funds for prison medical unit
Author(s): Associated PressSACRAMENTO — Gov. Jerry Brown is seeking millions of dollars more to fix problems at an $839 million prison medical complex that was built to help end years of federal court...
View ArticleEducation paths: a look at 3 Fresno State grads-to-be
Author(s): The Madera TribuneBy Roger MunozDavid Aguilar’s inquisitive nature drove him to numerous accomplishments. Jaime Ceja wanted to better his life and his future. And Bianca Garcia had a burning...
View ArticleRemembering Jack Netherton, father of the Madison Relays
Author(s): Bill CoateAt 6 p.m. Friday, the 21st annual Rotary/Netherton Relays will be held at Lee DaSilva Field in Madera High School’s Memorial Stadium. The highly popular track event will draw...
View ArticleEnd of watch: fallen law officers honored
Author(s): DJ BeckerA brief ceremony midday Wednesday at Courthouse Park paid tribute to the eight members of law enforcement who lost their lives in service to Madera County from 1919 to 1973.Sheriff...
View ArticleAMAE gives nine $1,000 scholarships
Author(s): Elsa MejiaThe local chapter of the Association of Mexican American Educators awarded scholarships to nine Madera students.Winners attend Madera High School, Madera South High School, Madera...
View ArticleGuns, drugs seized
Author(s): Mark SmithMore than 20 guns and an ounce of methamphetamine were seized from a Madera County home this week, police announced Thursday, after investigation into a separate crime led them to...
View ArticleControversy over how Keitz runs the office of district attorney is nothing new
Author(s): The Madera TribuneAccording to a Grand Jury report of 2010-2011, complaints against incumbent District Attorney Michael Keitz’s management style, characterized as “stiff” and “black and...
View ArticleFormer employees of Keitz respond to criticisms
Author(s): Mark SmithThey say he was responsible for dissension in the district attorney’s officePast employees of the Madera County District Attorney’s office say they are outraged at being blamed by...
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4 plead not guilty in slaying of farmer
Author(s): Associated PressFRESNO (AP) — Four people are facing charges in the slaying of a San Joaquin Valley raisin farmer who authorities say was shot when he discovered the defendants stripping a...
View ArticleMID board appoints a new member
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneThe Madera Irrigation District Board of Directors announced this week it has appointed Jim Erickson as its newest board member.Erickson, a resident and landowner in...
View Article‘Great’ yard sale seeks vendors
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneChowchilla is hoping to bring in dozens of applicants for its brand-new “Great Chowchilla Yard Sale” next month, which it promises will hold “booth after booth” of...
View Article2 years in jail for puppy abuser
Author(s): Mark SmithAn Oakhurst woman who viciously beat a small puppy was sentenced last week to two years behind bars after she violated her probation, Madera County District Attorney Michael Keitz...
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Courts slow rail plans
Author(s): Associated PressState argues right to sell high-speed train bonds SACRAMENTO (AP) — Two lower court rulings that have complicated efforts to begin construction on California’s $68 billion...
View ArticleCounty reduces water use
Author(s): Mark SmithNon-compliant districts face increased enforcementMost of Madera County’s special districts have followed an order to reduce water use by at least 10 percent, but several are still...
View ArticleMemorial Day plans set for Monday
Author(s): Mark SmithIn honor of sacrifices made by local veterans, a number of traditional, patriotic events are scheduled in Madera on Memorial Day to celebrate and remember.The day’s main program is...
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