Neighborhood Watch Revitalized in Shafter Police Drive
Shafter police renew a neighborhood watch and business alert program to cut burglaries. Acting Chief Frank Christensen urges residents to participate, noting a 9 percent rise in burglaries and a 37 percent jump in arrests, with 33 percent more case clearances due to citizen cooperation. The program emphasizes home security, property identification, and community vigilance. Residents can call 746-6341 for meetings and guidance.
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Shafter
Frank Christensen
Christensen
Police Department
Shafter considers commercial zoning for 3000 foot parcel
City Attorney cites possible public easement as residents recall 30 years of alley use between Poso and Richland streets near Shafter Avenue. Gerald Congdon seeks commercial zoning for the 3000 square foot lot. city reviews zoning history, potential purchase, and impacts on public access as December 12 meeting approaches.
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Richard Oberholtzer
Gerald Congdon
Fred Goodrich
Poso
Richland Streets
Shafter Avenue
Bs Bea
Shafter
Congdon
John Thomas
Kern High
Generals seek Valley crown in Fresno quarterfinals
Shafter General 10-0-1 head to Fresno to face Washington Union Panthers in a Valley semi final. Key players include John Bender Kevin Richardson Russel Bailey and Edward Elias while coach Mike Keese expects a physical battle on the Panthers turf.
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Fresno
David Armendaris
Shafter Generals
Kerman Lions
Shafter
Washington Union
Panthers
Mike Keese Cdon
Reese
Generals
Dos Palos
Panther
John Bender
Kevin Richardson
Russel Bailey
Edward Elias
Jeff Pankey
Vince Link
Brett Nusz
Roy Cates
Jeff Williams
Shafter Arsenal
Arlie Smith
Smith
Kerman
Shafte
Roctor
Richland School Expands Bilingual Education Efforts
Richland School District strengthened bilingual instruction to meet state rules, emphasizing English acquisition for LEP students. Since 1976 audits showed gaps, the district shifted to certified teachers and bilingual waivers, with 11 certified and 20 on waiver by 1983, aiming to fill 29 total positions across primary and secondary levels. Next week examines the Shafter program.
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California
Shafter
Richland
LEP
Vera Stone
Stone
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Caeser
Cathy Prout
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Maureen McCloud
Kern Arts Council
Kern County
McCloud
Richland School
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