Big Bear, CA - Firefighter of the Year exemplifies the positive characteristics of a member of the fire service with a notable record of service and achievements. This award is presented to an individual who has given selflessly of themselves in support of the Fire Department, the fire service and the community in general. Firefighter/Paramedic William Schlosser earned that … [Read more...] about Big Bear Fire Department Names Firefighter of the Year
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Bear Valley Electric ‘Throws the Switch’
Big Bear Lake, CA - Bear Valley Electric Service has completed construction on relocating three miles of power poles and electrical wires to state-of-the-art underground conduits along Big Bear Boulevard. The project, conducted in tandem with sidewalk upgrades by the City of Big Bear Lake, improves safety, reliability and aesthetics along Big Bear’s main tourist … [Read more...] about Bear Valley Electric ‘Throws the Switch’
Local Utility Scam Alert
Bear Valley Electric Service (BVES) is alerting customers to a current utility scam that seeks to swindle them out of their money by threatening to shut off their power if immediate payment is not received. The imposters are calling customers posing as representatives of the power company and are using tactics to pressure customers into calling a phone number and surrendering … [Read more...] about Local Utility Scam Alert
Fatal Collision Involving a Vehicle and a Bicyclist
Big Bear, CA - On Monday, July 3, at approximately 10:51 AM, deputies responded to a report of a traffic collision at the intersection of S. Menlo Ave and W. Butte Dr. in the Moonridge area of Big Bear. Two bicyclists were riding northbound on S. Menlo Ave, near the intersection of W. Butte Dr. One of the bicyclists, Karen Antonich, was struck by a vehicle traveling eastbound … [Read more...] about Fatal Collision Involving a Vehicle and a Bicyclist
BVES Planned Power Outage for SCE Repairs
(PHOTO DATED 6/20/17) 6/23/17, 4:30pm - Bear Valley Electric Press Release: Due to damage caused by the Holcomb Fire to Southern California Edison’s (SCE) power lines that feed Big Bear Valley from Lucerne, SCE has been conducting repairs as efficiently as possible while minimizing interruptions to service. Tomorrow, Saturday June 24, 2017, SCE will be attempting to replace a … [Read more...] about BVES Planned Power Outage for SCE Repairs