On Thursday, October 4th at 4:00pm, over 100 community members gathered to celebrate the opening of Northstar Courts, a new 72-unit affordable housing project located at 664 & 682 Northstar Drive in Hanford. The event, held in the property’s community room, featured guest speakers, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and family-friendly activities to mark the joyous occasion. […]
The Carnegie Museum of Kings County, in partnership with the China Alley Preservation Society, is presenting a tribute to the Moon Festival on Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Carnegie Museum. The event is being held in conjunction with the museum’s current exhibition celebrating local Asian history and culture. It starts at noon and will run […]
Family Healthcare Network will no longer provide OBGYN services at Adventist Health Hanford, according to a July notice to its patients. The July 5 letter states that “Effective September 1, 2024 Family HealthCare Network will no longer provide OBGYN services, including delivering infants, at Adventist Health in Hanford.” The letter went on to say that […]
Parker Sever, former chief of the Hanford Police Department, has denied allegations of racist behavior described in a pair of lawsuits filed on behalf of two former law enforcement officers under his command. New Employers Knew About Allegations – Moved Forward After Hanford Denied Allegations Additionally, a spokesperson for Sever’s new employer – the […]
If the multiple incidents of extreme racism described in a pair of civil rights lawsuits are true, then the Hanford Police Department (HPD) appears to be a house divided that has begun its fall. Among the HPD officers accused of targeting their fellow officers with race-based abuse is the department’s former chief Parker Sever, who […]
Hanford’s holiday tradition is back November 18 – January 7. Ice skating tickets for the third annual Hanford Winter Wonderland are on sale at www.hanfordwinterwonderland.com. Ice skating tickets include 90 minutes of skating and skate rentals, with prices ranging from $16 to $18. Family and group packages are also available, and all ticket sales are […]
A longtime and well-respected Kings County law enforcement professional has returned to the Hanford Police Department more than 40 years after first being hired by the department. Hanford City Manager Mario Cifuentez has appointed Jack Amoroso to serve as the Interim Police Chief until the City selects a permanent Police Chief. The deadline to apply […]
On Saturday October 14th, 2023, the Hanford Police K9 Foundation will be hosting its 6th Annual “Oktoberfest” Craft Beer Festival at Hanford Civic Park. Enjoy unlimited craft beer, food, and live music performances from In Kahootz and DJ “The Marshall” for only $45. Ticket holders must be 21 to attend. Tickets should be purchased ahead […]
Main Street Hanford is excited to present Family Fun Night in honor of Wyland Gomes’ Birthday at Thursday Night Market Place in downtown Hanford! This Thursday, August 24th, pony rides, train rides, carousel rides, face painting and snow cones will be FREE! Wyland Gomes was a sweet boy whose childhood was tragically taken from him […]
One of the most enduring and beloved traditions among Portuguese Americans will be the focus of a special event at the Carnegie Museum of Kings County on Saturday, Aug. 12. “Festa: A History of Central California’s Azorean Celebrations” will highlight the religious roots and central features of the annual Portuguese festivals, which are held from […]