When he was about 14, Pete Proimos learned a soul-crushing statistic about the cystic fibrosis he’d endured since birth: Patients back then didn’t live much past high school. “Should I go to ...

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Not everyone can take a European vacation. Fortunately, there’s always California — with its Mediterranean climate, architecture and wine. Those seeking a taste of the Continent here at home ...

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. More than 6 million adults are treated for it each year, says Dr. Michael Colgan, a Mayo Clinic Health System dermatologist in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

Asparagus tends to get the spotlight in early to late spring because it's one of the first fresh vegetables to make an appearance after the doldrums of winter. But now that it's May, another long ...

CANNON — Darrell Garff Cannon, 90, of Sonora, died Sunday, May 25, at Doctors Medical Center in Modesto. Terzich and Wilson Cremation-Funeral Home is handling cremation services. FISHER ...

FUENTES — John Richard Fuentes, 91, of Sonora, died Friday, May 30, at his son’s home in Stockton. Cremation is planned, and inurnment will be in the family plot at Carter’s Cemetery.

At a recent event catered by Michael Meltzer, the owner of Michael’s Catering, a variety of buffet tables showcased an array of delicious dishes. To my surprise, the longest line was at the ...

FISHER — Willie Matt Fisher, 62, died Sunday, May 25, at his home in Jamestown. Terzich and Wilson Cremation-Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Campfires are a beloved part of summer — whether you're roasting marshmallows, telling stories or just enjoying the warmth. But for families with young children, it's important to be aware of ...

Spring is asparagus season, and it’s finally here. I’ve been toting bundles of those brilliant green and violet stalks home from farmers markets — some skinny as pencils, others thick as my ...

Rhubarb isn’t just for pie. It also makes a classic fruit and mustard sauce for pork (it works nicely on chicken and lamb, ...