It is a nice evening with a slight breeze. A cup of coffee and a piece of pie is a perfect way to end the day. Your cat was sleeping on the chair next to you, she jumps up wide eyed. Both of your dogs are on guard with low growls and their hair standing up all along their backs.

The Bikes for Tykes program has put out its annual request for good used bikes, which will be reconditioned and given as gifts this holiday season to children who otherwise might not have them.

When Evelyn Reyes-Umana proposed the idea of a Dia De Los Muertos celebration in the Irishified heart of downtown Murphys 10 years ago, she was accused of witchcraft. 

Sierra Repertory Theatre is now presenting an all new production of “Grease,” the musical and perennial audience favorite.

With autumn here, and with staying inside becoming more necessary, baking seems a good way to pass the time and make some tasty treats.

Whether you need an easy snack for wine night with friends or a family-friendly Friday night dinner, these flatbreads are the answer. Loaded with caramelized mushrooms and plenty of mozzarella, they’re a crowd-pleaser for all ages, no matter the mood or night.

Like pets, indoor plants have long been known to reduce stress. The findings aren’t anecdotal, either.

By Grace Elkus

Basil has stolen my heart as of late but it is probably not for what you think. It’s not because the foliage such as that of Purple Ruffles as Mississippi Medallion Award Winners is as pretty as a coleus. Nor is it for the culinary delicacy provided by Siam Queen an All-America Selections Aw…

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Adventist Health Sonora will help improve patient access to Angels Camp Rapid Care and Angels Camp Orthopedics by reconfiguring the parking lot for the medical office building located at 23 N. Main St. in Angels Camp.

Tuolumne County schools have announced Students of the Month for September.

A week ago it was supposed to be not as hot in Sonora, in the 80s and cooler than previous weekends, and we decided to go east over Sonora Pass to check out the West Walker River and Leavitt Meadows.