Sep 26, 2009 | Atwater Signal
Merced County schools forum highlights need for preschool
Federal dollars could be on the way to build programs. By DANIELLE GAINES Dgaines@mercedsun-star.com Exactly 8,586 preschool-aged children live in Merced County.
Woman allegedly pranks her grandma 45 times in day
Estanislada Ledesma was a traditional grandmother who doted on her grandchildren and was fond of roses and geraniums.
Trial near for mom accused of child abuse
Authorities found 5-year-old in a coma when parents called 911. By VICTOR A. PATTON vpatton@mercedsun-star.com A trial date in the case of Martha Franco, a 44-year-old woman accused of beating her 5-year-old autistic son into a coma, will be set at a June 23 hearing.