The Department of Water and Power has proposed a rate increase for both residential and commercial customers and, if ultimately approved, the first increase would take effect in January 2010. The DWP’s rate increase would vary for each of three components, those being residential, commercial and for customers in Rim Forest. As explained by DWP’s General Manager Joel Dickson, … [Read more...] about Department of Water and Power Proposes Two Rate Increases; Three Public Meetings Scheduled Prior to City Council Vote
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Rural Health Clinic Moves Down the Street and Adds Dental Services; Open House on Tuesday
The Rural Health Clinic operated by the Bear Valley Community Healthcare District has moved a few doors west, and is now located at 1028 W. Big Bear Boulevard in Big Bear City (in the former Serenity Place Gallery) and, as of next Friday, August 21st, the health care facility will also offer dental services. Clinic Manager Wendy Hayes tells KBHR that medical services offered at … [Read more...] about Rural Health Clinic Moves Down the Street and Adds Dental Services; Open House on Tuesday
City of Big Bear Lake Statistical Data Provided by SCAG; City’s Median Age Higher Than County’s, Though Other Numbers Smaller
Did you know that the median age of Big Bear Lake residents is over 12 years older than the rest of San Bernardino County? Per a profile of the City of Big Bear Lake, which was generated by the Southern California Association of Governments (or SCAG), Big Bear Lake residents average age 42, while in greater San Bernardino County that average is age 30. The SCAG-produced … [Read more...] about City of Big Bear Lake Statistical Data Provided by SCAG; City’s Median Age Higher Than County’s, Though Other Numbers Smaller
More Cuts to the Court System: San Bernardino County Courts to Be Closed on Third Wednesdays
Reduced state funding to the court system has already resulted in the reduction of hours for the Big Bear courthouse as, come September, it will only be open for the first week of the month, with civil matters being redirected to the Victorville District Court of the San Bernardino County Superior Court and criminal matters redirected to the San Bernardino Central Court. This … [Read more...] about More Cuts to the Court System: San Bernardino County Courts to Be Closed on Third Wednesdays
Operation Breakthrough Now Operating as Panorama Ranch in New Summit Plaza Location
If you have wondered what happened to Operation Breakthrough, they’re still here—they just have a new name and a new location. The non-profit, which used to be headquartered on Knickerbocker Road, is now located in the Summit Plaza (along with DOVES and Lutheran Social Services) at 41945 Big Bear Boulevard on the second floor. Prompted by funding sources, Operation Breakthrough … [Read more...] about Operation Breakthrough Now Operating as Panorama Ranch in New Summit Plaza Location