Big Bear, Ca, February 12, 2011, 5:40pm - The death Friday evening of Gabriel Pomona, Captain of the Forest Service’s Big Bear Hotshot Crew, is making an impact on our community. Gabriel’s wife Summer, his many family members, the Forest Service, and Big Bear will miss the 36-year-old firefighter. Gabriel began his career in the Sierra National Forest on a hand crew. In … [Read more...] about Hotshot Crew Captain Will Be Missed
Two boaters rescued from Big Bear Lake
Big Bear, Ca, February 12, 2011, 4:00pm - Two boaters were rescued in Big Bear Lake this afternoon. At approximately 2:45 pm, a canoe carrying a man and a woman swamped near Eagle Point. The woman attempted to swim to shore and a bystander entered the water to assist. The man remained with the canoe and was rescued by a San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Deputy and another … [Read more...] about Two boaters rescued from Big Bear Lake
Forest Service Employee Fatally Injured in Traffic Accident
Big Bear, Ca, February 12, 2011, 10:45am -A Forest Service employee was struck while riding his motorcycle in Big Bear City Friday evening. 36-year-old Gabriel Pomona was traveling west on North Shore Drive, when a pickup truck hit him while attempting to make a left turn. The accident occurred at Tinkerbell Avenue at approximately 6:00 pm. Mr. Pomona was transported to the … [Read more...] about Forest Service Employee Fatally Injured in Traffic Accident
Car Burglaries Reported
Big Bear, Ca, February 12, 2011, 8:00am - The Big Bear Sheriff’s Station is reminding the public to lock their cars at all times and to avoid leaving keys, cell phones, and computers in sight when the vehicle is unattended. Several break-ins have been reported in the last week. These burglaries are scattered throughout the valley, not concentrated in one specific area. … [Read more...] about Car Burglaries Reported
CHP Class to Reduce Teen Accidents
Big Bear, Ca, February 8, 2011, 12:00 pm - The California Highway Patrol will be holding a Smart Start class on Wednesday, February 16 for new drivers and their parents. The Smart Start Program is a cooperative effort between the CHP, parents, and teen drivers. The goal is to help teens and their parents understand the responsibilities involved in driving, and how poor … [Read more...] about CHP Class to Reduce Teen Accidents