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MPD Detective honored with ‘Freedom Fighter Award’ for work against human trafficking

Madera Police Detective Dina Santos received the “Freedom Fighter Award” for her efforts and work to combat…
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Parks announces “spooky” Movies in the Park event planned for October 13

The Parks Department will host a special spooky edition of the beloved Movies in the Park series…
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Police Chief Lawson announces retirement, Chiaramonte tapped as successor

After dedicating 28 years to the Madera Police Department and establishing an impressive 37-year career in law…
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City adopts FY 23/24 budget, anticipates surplus amid economic challenges

At a special meeting of the Madera City Council last week, the Council adopted a balanced budget…
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Improvements coming to McNally Park

Exciting news for our community! A transformation is currently underway at McNally Park, courtesy of Community Development…
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Cooling Centers available in Madera during extreme heat

**FREQUENTLY UPDATED** Due to anticipated excessive heat, City of Madera Cooling Centers will open...
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2022 water quality report now available

The City of Madera is mandated by the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) to provide its customers…
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California lawmakers announce major victory to address California’s hospital closure crisis

The COVID-19 pandemic drained $12 billion from hospitals, and skyrocketing prices for pharmaceutical drugs, staff, and medical…
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City partners with Madera Irrigation District to recharge groundwater

The Madera Irrigation District and City of Madera have announced their partnership to recharge groundwater in...
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The Villages at Almond Grove: A New Master-Planned Community in Madera

A new master-planned community is coming to West Madera. The Villages at Almond Grove will be a…
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Notice of Cannabis Community Meeting

The City of Madera is holding a community meeting to receive public comment on (2) Social Equity…
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City of Madera seeks volunteers for Earth Day Tree Planting Event

In celebration of Earth Day 2023, the City of Madera is seeking volunteers to join in a…
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Madera’s Women of the Year honored

The City of Madera’s residents have named their Women of the Year! Seven outstanding women, Kathy Nishimoto,…
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Volunteers band together for community cleanup event

On Saturday, March 25th, the City of Madera and Love Madera partnered with Caltrans HQ to host…
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Flood preparedness and sandbag locations

Central California is bracing for a severe weather system, which is expected to bring excessive rainfall to…
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