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Romance endures for Gourleys
A romance kindled in a furniture store decades ago has withstood the test of time. Newman residents Roderick and Wenona Gourley – better known as Rod and Nona – celebrated their 60th anniversary last...
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Childhood friendship blossoms into romance
A friendship dating back to early childhood blossomed into love and romance for a Gustine couple. Richard and Michelle Bell have been married for nearly 17 years – but their history together extends...
View ArticleWeekend rains deliver up to two inches
A weekend storm system delivered varying amounts of rainfall on the West Side. Weather watchers reported storm totals ranging from 1-2 inches of precipitation from the showers that swept into the area...
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Yolo work showcases in ‘Art at the Center’
Yolo students in the eighth-grade history class of Karen March recently created posters based on the preamble to the U.S. Constitution. Pictured with their teacher are Janet Guillen, left, and Alysha...
View ArticleCommunity Calendar – Feb. 12
Friday, Feb. 13 Salad luncheon Newman Historical Society salad bar luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., St. Joachim’s Parish Hall. Tickets are $10. Takeout and delivery available with advance orders....
View ArticleNewman Rotary hosts speech contest
Four speakers from Orestimba High School spoke last Thursday at the Newman Rotary Club’s annual speech contest. The topic reflected the theme of District Governor Terri Amerio Bell, “DAWN – Dream, Act,...
View ArticleBoard backs FFA team’s Scotland trip
GUSTINE – Fund-raising efforts by the Gustine High FFA dairy judging team to pay for a summer trip to an international competition in Scotland got a recent boost from the school board. Board members...
View ArticleCafe hosts grand opening
NEWMAN – A downtown cafe which embraces the “farm to fork” concept recently celebrated its grand opening. Sunblest Cafe opened last fall under the ownership of Marion Bogdanich, who has since been...
View ArticleNews Briefs – Feb. 5
Sober Grad benefit The Gustine High Sober Grad Committee is hosting a Krispy Kreme doughnut sale. Glazed doughnuts are being sold for $10 a dozen. Orders must be placed no later than Feb. 9. Delivery...
View ArticleNews Briefs – Jan. 29
Sober Grad benefit The Gustine High Sober Grad Committee is hosting a Krispy Kreme doughnut sale. Glazed doughnuts are being sold for $10 a dozen. Orders must be placed no later than Feb. 9. Delivery...
View ArticleNews Briefs – Jan. 8
NPD non-emergency phone number The Newman Police Department has a new non-emergency telephone number, effective Dec. 31. The new non-emergency number is 209-847-2231. The change was part of the...
View ArticleTOSCA benefactor Prien leaves second million-dollar gift
NEWMAN – Ernie Prien grew up enjoying small-town childhood in Newman, sweeping floors and delivering prescriptions for a local drug store before graduating Orestimba Union High School in 1931. Prien...
View ArticleGustine FFA members take part in project comp
Gustine FFA members recently took part in project competition, a contest for members who have ag-related projects or jobs. Competitors are required to demonstrate a skill they have learned related to...
View ArticleNews Briefs – Jan. 22
Gustine Historical Society The Gustine Historical Society will host its annual luncheon and meeting Tuesday, Jan. 27 at noon in the social hall of the Community Presbyterian Church of Gustine. Gertrude...
View ArticleDoughnut, bagel shop opens in Newman
NEWMAN – A new shop serving up a variety of doughnuts and bagels has opened on Highway 33 in Newman. Newman Donuts and Bagels opened its doors Jan. 6 and owner Jimmy Poeng stated business is already...
View ArticleVon Renner artwork showcased
The January “Art at the Center” display at McConnell Adult Education Center features the work of Von Renner students. The work can be viewed weekdays from 9-1, as well as any other time the center is...
View ArticleCelebrations – Jan. 15
Gustine Historical Society The Gustine Historical Society will host its annual luncheon and meeting Tuesday, Jan. 27 at noon in the social hall of the Community Presbyterian Church of Gustine. Gertrude...
View ArticleNews Briefs – Jan .1
NPD non-emergency phone number The Newman Police Department has a new non-emergency telephone number, effective 10 a.m. Dec. 31. The new non-emergency number is 209-847-2231. The change is part of the...
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GHS ag educator Baffunno honored
Gustine High ag instructor Matt Baffunno was honored this summer as a Teacher of Excellence. Pictured with Baffunno are, from left, FFA members Brandon Oliveira, Clay Calvino, Bailey Fincher, Kolton...
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Feature photo: Coat drive
The Newman Lions Club recently donated $750 to Toys for Tots and $750 for a coat drive to help provide those in need with warm attire this winter. The club also purchased $1,000 in Nob Hill “Food for...
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