California readies holiday DUI crackdown statewide
California law enforcement agencies led by the California Highway Patrol prepare a major impaired driving sweep for the holiday season. Sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols and new technology will target drunk drivers from December 16 to January 2, with strict penalties for those convicted.
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CHP Launches Operation Star Strike For Holiday DUI Crackdown
California Highway Patrol unveils Operation Star a holiday crackdown on DUI speeding and seatbelt use. Up to 80 percent of officers on roadways air operations joined with state agencies to reverse deadly trends.
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Free immunizations offered at multiple San Joaquin sites in January 2006
San Joaquin Hospital announces free vaccine immunizations for children at locations across Bakersfield Taft and McFarland during January 2006. Sites include East Bakersfield Community Health Center Wal-Mart Clinica Sierra Vista Southwest WIC Adventist Home Health Services Westside Community Resource Center Ranch Market and Palace Market with varied afternoon sessions and parking lot access.
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City plans expansion of Shafter City Hall
Shafter officials plan to expand city hall to accommodate growth. City Manager John Guinn cites needs for more police, water department staff, and trash collection, with finance planning and engineering spaces increasing. Council evaluating options and aims to approve plans early next year.
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Senior Center Meal Plan and Reservations Policy
No reservations needed a day ahead. Lunch at 11 45 a.m. at Shafter and Wasco centers. Suggested donations: seniors 1 50, under 60 3 50. Walk ins served after others if possible. December 21 chicken pot pie. December 22 pork roast. December 23 closed. Reservations at 746 7838.
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