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Merced breaks ground on culturally significant new park 

A large crowd of passionate locals and distinguished guests last Saturday, July 11, for the official groundbreaking ceremony to start construction of the long-awaited General Vang Pao Park and Aletha June Playground in north Merced.  This new neighborhood park, located near the intersection of West Cardella Road and Freemark Avenue,…

The Easter Bunny arrives for spring at the Marketplace

Continuing a beloved and enduring tradition, tiny dancers from Denisa’s School of Dance signaled the start of spring with their annual search for the Easter Bunny inside the Marketplace at Merced this past Saturday, March 28.  The Marketplace was filled to the brim with supportive family members and fellow local residents who…

‘The Goods’ Italian Market is off to great start

The Goods Italian Market — one of the best new fall additions to Downtown Merced — is open at 348 W. Main Street, as an extension of the popular Bella Luna restaurant  The highly-anticipated store is the place to pick up fine and carefully-curated Italian cuisine, including fresh deli products; prepared deli dishes; canned and packaged…

City seeking public input on downtown development

For those who care about the growth of Downtown Merced, and would like to voice their opinions about it — there’s a website, an online survey, and ongoing community meetings just for that. Merced’s elected leaders, department heads, and staff members are working to update the city’s General Plan. This mandated, comprehensive, and…