1921: Umpire ‘robbed’ Manteca Maulers

Ninety years ago, on April 24, 1921, the Manteca Maulers again met defeat at the hands of the Sperrys of Stockton in a 14-inning game of thrills and excitement. Gilligan pitched a fair game for seven innings and then Elmer Blodgett took the mound and pitched good ball. "Spec" Shea for Stockton pitched the full 14 innings. The final score was 4 to 3. Some rotten decisions by umpire Weatherbee lost the game. In calling ...

A more effective, less expensive Delta plan

It appears that there may be people on Gov. Jerry Brown's staff who are keeping him from becoming aware of the consequences of pursuing the plan formerly endorsed by the Schwarzenegger administration.

Handling conflict

It's difficult to stay calm when a co-worker is peering over your shoulder trying to make sure you complete your assignment accurately, or when a well-meaning family members is watching over your plate to make sure you don't stray from your diet.

Bill Jones joining 2011 Manteca Hall of Fame

Bill Jones - an educator whose commitment to youth didn't stop at the edge of the campus - is being inducted into the Manteca Hall of Fame.

Fortunata Miller

Fortunata "Nancy" Miller, 83, of Oakland, California went home to be with the Lord on April 25, 2011 at St. Rose Hospital while surrounded by her family.

Jack Domingo

Jack Domingo, 77, entered into rest on April 26, 2011 in Manteca, California. He was born on March 22, 1934 in Manteca, California. Jack joins his wife in heaven, Bernice Domingo.

Izilda Goulart

Izilda Goulart, 82, entered into rest April 23, 2011 in Manteca, California. She was born to the late Mr. and Mrs. Joe and Mary Goulart on September 21, 1928 Manteca, California. She joins her parents in heaven as well as her husband Manuel Goulart Sr.

Melissa Sue Johnson

Melissa Johnson was born January 28, 1971 at French Camp Hospital in French Camp and passed away April 27, 2011 at Kaiser Hospital in Manteca. Melissa is survived by her devoted husband Hugh Johnson; loving daughters Jessica (Marc) Corral, Nikki Johnson, and Kendra Johnson; precious granddaughter Isabella Grace Corral; loving parents Kenneth Nelson and Cathie Cramer; siblings Daniel (Jackie) Nelson and Amanda Nelson and nephew Andrew. Melissa will be missed by her loving in-laws Shirley ...

Last liftoff for an historic institution?

It takes a gargantuan effort to launch even a single shuttle. Friday's bitter-sweet final launch would have been no exception. Behind the scene, thousands of unseen, unsung heroes all collaborate in what amounts to a minor miracle every time a mission is successfully brought to conclusion.

Services this week

CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCH: This Sunday at Calvary we continue the study on the book of Matthew with "The Cost of Following Jesus" featuring verses from Matthew 10:24-42. Pray 4 Manteca is a weekly prayer group held on Thursday from 12 to 1 p.m. in modular room 401. Its duration is one hour but is also designed for those who may only be able to stay for ten minutes. It gives people an opportunity to stop ...

Manteca mosquito spraying starts today

They're back. The warming weather and extensive rainfall has made the South County ground zero for breeding mosquitoes. The perfect conditions for mosquito breeding means the sometime deadly West Nile Virus will have more opportunity to spread. In a bid to reduce the public health risk the San Joaquin County Mosquito & Vector Control District is preparing to conduct adult mosquito control operations today and Saturday. Ground spraying for adult mosquito control using MGK Pyrocide ...

Edward Bradley Monroe

Edward Bradley Monroe, 80, entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 25, 2011 at Doctor's Hospital in Manteca. He was born on March 3, 1931 in San Francisco. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Charlotte May Monroe, and his second wife, Joyce Monroe.

Lennie Ruth Allen

Rev. Lennie Ruth Allen born October 10, 1931, entered into the presence of her Lord Jesus Christ April 23, 2011 at the age of 79.

Teresa (Terry) Marie Dell’Osso

Terry Dell'Osso, loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away on Easter Sunday with her family by her side after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Terry was born in Winnipeg, Canada, to Elsie and Roelof Frintrop. She moved to California in the 1950s, married and had three children. Terry then met the love of her life, Rudy Dell'Osso, over 30 years ago. They have traveled, laughed and thoroughly enjoyed their life together. Terry was ...

Edward Bradley Monroe

Edward Bradley Monroe, 80, entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 25, 2011 at Doctor's Hospital in Manteca. He was born on March 3, 1931 in San Francisco. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Charlotte May Monroe, and his second wife, Joyce Monroe.

Old PE teacher reminds Ballardo about fly fishing

There are many ways to catch a fish. Yesterday while doing some grocery shopping I ran into my high school physical education teacher, coach Gebhart. He reminded me of a way of catching fish that I've never really gotten into. Coach Gebhart likes to fly fish just as much as he likes to golf. I have a fly rod, which is 27 years old and has sat collecting dust for the past 20 years. I ...

Quick’s LA Kings put Sharks on brink with win

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Jonathan Quick made 24 saves in his seventh career playoff shutout, and the Los Angeles Kings moved to the brink of their second straight trip to the Western Conference finals with a 3-0 victory over the San Jose Sharks in Game 5 on Thursday night.

James, Bryant voted to All-NBA first team

NEW YORK (AP) - LeBron James was a unanimous pick for the All-NBA team and Kobe Bryant earned his record-tying 11th first-team selection.

The President’s next act

How can it be that with Washington simmering in scandals, with Republicans (not to mention talk-show hosts) using the "I" word (impeachment) with abandon, with calls to bring back Ken Starr (of Bill Clinton/Monica Lewinsky fame), President Obama's job approval rating is holding steady at around 50 percent, thank you very much?

Loose screws on Achy-Breaky Bay Bridge

Gov. Jerry Brown recently stepped in it when a reporter asked him about the Bay Bridge. In March, 32 of 96 key rods in the under-construction eastern span cracked after they were tightened. Dao Guv -- who, as Oakland's mayor, helped delay construction of the new span to win a tony, world-class design -- gave the wrong answer: "(Scatological stuff) happens."

Manteca Police planning DUI checkpoint

The Avoid the 10 DUI Task Force is deploying officers this holiday weekend at DUI/Drivers License Checkpoints and DUI Saturation Patrols countywide to arrest impaired drivers and to keep the public aware of the dangers of driving while impaired by alcohol and drugs.

Google to add Galapagos Islands to Street View

Sears reports bigger-than-expected 1Q loss

Applications for unemployment aid fall to 340K

Gap back in style as quarter profits jumps 43 percent

Woman, 87, loses to Trump in civil case

Nixon library hosts reunion for Vietnam POWs

Defense releases photos, texts of Trayvon Martin

Governor moves out of office over TV dispute

Non-citizens could serve as poll workers in California elections