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The California Artisian Cheese Festival

Jan 09, 2018 04:17PM ● By Richard Melella

The California Artisan Cheese Festival is in its 12th year, March 23-25, 2018, and at its new location, the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa. This year’s event is going to be special!

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Tales of Christmas Tree Lane

Dec 11, 2017 05:20PM ● By Richard Melella

With each passing year, fewer people remember that the Lane started off not as a celebration but as a memorial. Five Fresno families with ties to the Lane share their stories with us.

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Interview with Local Artist and Musician Glen Delpit

Nov 27, 2017 04:41PM ● By Richard Melella

His band is celebrating their 30th year of making music together this Sunday at Fulton 55. A brief look back to how it started, how its changed and some fond memories of the Wild Blue.

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Glen Delpit and the Subterraneans 30th Anniversary Bash at Fulton 55

Nov 27, 2017 03:26PM ● By Richard Melella

An interview with Glen this past week regarding the bands 30th anniversary show this Sunday at Fulton 55, his bands longevity, as well as some memories of playing at the Wild Blue Yonder.

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Blufin Sushi and Izakya: Expanding the Sushi Culture in Fresno

Sep 20, 2017 02:37PM ● By Richard Melella

Chef Jimmy Gunara has been slicing, rolling and creating delectable sushi, sashimi and serving up a variety of Japanese specialty dishes in Fresno for over fifteen years.

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New Coffee Bistro Opens In the Tower District

Sep 19, 2017 02:14PM ● By Richard Melella

Hi-Top Coffee, located at 1306 N. Wishon Avenue in the Tower District, will feature specialty coffee, artisan teas, gourmet toasts, and doughnuts in a bright, welcoming atmosphere.

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A Family Affair: National Spelling Bee Champ Begins a New School Year

Sep 06, 2017 04:12PM ● By Richard Melella

Ananya Vinay's path to the national spelling bee title was one of dedication and determination. It was also paved by the love shared between a daughter and her parents.This is their story.

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Strolling About Grandpa's Barn, Oakhurst Ca.

Aug 11, 2017 04:34PM ● By Richard Melella

As you wander from room to room, looking under this and that, you keep thinking to yourself, “There’s a treasure hiding somewhere in here!”

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Cultivating an Enjoyable Living Arrangement for Your Parent at Your Home.

Jul 17, 2017 04:42PM ● By Richard Melella

Slow down and see the world from their eyes. I know that I am the one who benefited the most from this whole journey. For me, it truly was an unexpected blessing.

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