LATHROP SCHOOL CARNIVAL

The Lathrop Elementary School was packed with a steady flow of families on Oct. 17 as the school decided to bring back the carnivals of the past at Lathrop, originally started by the Mother's Club back in the late 1950s. Families got to choose between games such as "Goldfish, Sack Races, Lotteria, Sweet Treat Walk, Creamed, and many more. There were, at least 20 games were available to everyone. In addition to the games, there ...

LAFCO legal study key to SSJID

The fight between South San Joaquin Irrigation District and PG&E over control of South County retail power delivery may rest on legal research being conducted by the San Joaquin County Local Agency Formation Commission.

Turkeys R Us struggling this year with only $30 donated

It's turning into a daunting task With only $30 donated to date, Turkeys R Us organizers have 22 days to raise $19,470 to order turkeys to make sure 1,300 families in Manteca, Ripon, and Lathrop hit hard by the sluggish economy will have a traditional turkey dinner for Thanksgiving. Turkeys R Us – working through Second Harvest Food Bank – supplies the main course for Thanksgiving and Christmas each year to the various food closets ...

Lathrop adopts no parking zones

LATHROP – The section of Towne Centre Drive from the Manthey Frontage Road to Golden Valley Parkway in Lathrop has been off limits for any vehicle parking. Signs currently in place along this block behind the Target shopping center warn motorists "No Parking" is allowed at any time.

Jail & Bail raises money to help foster kids

California has reduced financial support to foster families by 10 percent due to the weak economy and the state budget deficit.

Swiss Echoes dance, concert set for Nov. 7

RIPON - The San Joaquin Valley "Swiss Echoes" will perform their Fall Concert and Dance Saturday, November 7, at the San Joaquin Valley Swiss Club hall at East Main Street and Manley Road.

1,000 AT HARVEST FESTIVAL

Modesto JC plans haunted house & Halloween carnival

MODESTO - The Associated Students of Modesto Junior College will present the fifth annual Halloween Carnival and Haunted House on Friday, Oct. 30, from 4 to 8 p.m.. on MJC's West Campus, located at 2201 Blue Gum Avenue in Modesto.

Halloween fun run benefits food bank

It is arguably the fun run with the most interesting characters racing through one of San Joaquin County's most picturesque fall settings.

Benefit Nov. 6 for Sequoia School teacher

A benefit for Connie McCormick is planned for Friday, Nov. 6, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Chez Shari.

SIERRA BOOSTERS DINNER DANCE

HIS WAY RECOVERY HOUSE BENEFIT

Manteca water service may extend to SSJID headquarters

South San Joaquin Irrigation District's headquarters may soon again be inside the city limits of Manteca.

Plenty of treats ahead

Halloween fun shifts into high gear in the coming week. And if Halloween per se isn't your bag, there are churches offering fall festival alternatives. Manteca Christian Harvest Party The Manteca Christian School Harvest Party takes place Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 6 p.m. at the school, 486 Button Ave. It will feature games "trunk or treat", a dunk tank, prizes, food, and more. For more information call 239-3436. Lathrop Christina Trunk or Treat ...

Al Nunes gets nod as first inductee in Manteca LL Hall of Fame

Jim Rachels and Rob Gross know that character, loyalty, and courage matter in the world of sports.

Two motorists arrested, 3 vehicles impounded

It was a full moon Friday night – not a good omen for motorists driving into the North Main Street DUI checkpoint cone zone where two were arrested for drinking and driving and three others had their vehicles impounded. One of the two DUI suspects arrested allegedly had an alcohol level of more than three times the legal limit. Sgt. Jodie Estarziau was in charge of the assignment, reporting that 532 vehicles went through the ...

Day of Service in California

Thousands of volunteers from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Saturday participated in a day of service designed to improve communities throughout California.

Victorious Elite Allstars teams collect three firsts at Xtreme Elite competition

Manteca's premier all-star cheerleading organization, Victorious Elite Allstars (VEA), added three more championship titles to their collection on Saturday, April 20, at the Xtreme Elite International Championship competition in San Francisco.

Doctors Hospital of Manteca earns Tenet’s Circle of Excellence honors

Doctors Hospital of Manteca has been recognized for superior achievement in quality care, service excellence and operational performance receiving parent Tenet Corporation's 2013 Circle of Excellence tribute. Doctors' is one of nine in the corporate systems to be honored with the excellence award. CEO Nicholas Tejeda spoke on behalf of the entire leadership team and governing board, saying they were all thankful and appreciative of every employee, physician and volunteer the well-deserved recognition. "Through hard ...