Big Bear, CA, June 9, 2013 - The smoke we are seeing this Sunday afternoon in the Big Bear Valley is from a fire in Morongo Valley, basically between Yucca Valley and Desert Hot Springs. The fire has crept into the San Gorgonio Wilderness Area according to the Information Officer with the US Forest Service and this fire poses no threat to Big Bear. The Morongo Valley fire was … [Read more...] about Smoke Visible in Big Bear from Fire in Morongo Valley
Fire/Safety
Gun Buy Back Program debuts June 1
San Bernardino County, CA, May 31, 2013 - On Saturday, June 1, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department will be participating in the first countywide Gun Buy Back Program. The program will reward voluntary surrender of firearms, while engaging our communities towards a common goal of reducing gun violence. It is an … [Read more...] about Gun Buy Back Program debuts June 1
Old Miner’s Association Announces Grand Marshal
Big Bear, CA, May 13, 2013 - The Old Miners Association, in partnership with the City of Big Bear Lake and San Bernardino County, will host the Big Bear Heritage Parade on June 15th, the Saturday of Fathers Day weekend. They are pleased to announce that San Bernardino County Sheriff's Deputy Alex Collins will be this year's grand marshal in a special event themed "Big Bear … [Read more...] about Old Miner’s Association Announces Grand Marshal
Firefighters Quest for Burn Survivors makes stop in Big Bear
Big Bear City, CA, May 5, 2013 - For once, a caravan of fire trucks with lights and sirens will mean good news. "Firefighters Quest for Burn Survivors" is a nonprofit organization formed after the 1996 Malibu Fires critically injured several firefighters. The charity hosts several fundraisers throughout the year, and contributions support local burn centers and foundations as … [Read more...] about Firefighters Quest for Burn Survivors makes stop in Big Bear
Department of Fish & Wildlife continue assessment at Cold Creek
Angelus Oaks, CA, April 27, 2013 - A spokesperson for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) says they have much more territory to cover in their assessment of environmental impacts in Cold Creek. Thousands of gallons of gas and diesel were spilled in the area after a tanker truck overturned on Friday. Gasoline dissipates more quickly than diesel but is still … [Read more...] about Department of Fish & Wildlife continue assessment at Cold Creek