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A lasting tribute now stands in French Camp for families who have lost loved ones in military service.
The California Gold Star Families Memorial Monument was unveiled Friday at the Richard A. Pittman VA Clinic. The ceremony brought together veterans, local officials and community members to honor the sacrifices made by Gold Star families and to ensure their stories are not forgotten.
Here’s what else we’re following: CHP is boosting enforcement for the holiday weekend, Stockton celebrates Memorial Day with events across the city, and two people face felony charges after 27 dead horses were discovered at a ranch in Clements.
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Gold Star families monument unveiled at VA Clinic in Franch Camp
By Daniel Garza • Stocktonia
The California Gold Star Families Memorial Monument was officially unveiled during a special dedication ceremony on Friday at the Richard A. Pittman VA Clinic in French Camp.
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The California Highway Patrol will be maximizing enforcement of traffic laws over Memorial Day weekend, including impaired driving and seat belt use.
Memorial Day weekend in Stockton: What to do May 24–25
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer and Stockton is celebrating with a vibrant mix of events, from Star Wars Night at the ballpark and cherry picking in Lathrop to music festivals and community remembrance.
Two people face 26 felony counts after dead horses found at ranch
Four months after the discovery of 27 dead horses at a Clements ranch shook San Joaquin County residents, prosecutors have charged two people with 26 felonies for alleged animal cruelty and other crimes, the district attorney said Thursday.
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Mental health and substance misuse treatment is increasingly a video chat or phone call away
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