Big Bear Lake, CA, January 6, 2013 - The San Bernardino County Coroner's office has announced that a 45-year-0ld mountain resident has died of injuries sustained in a traffic collision. The crash occurred on Saturday, January 5 at approximately 1:15 PM. Robyn Hein of Fawnskin, was driving southbound on State Route 330 just south of the ranger station when her Ford Ranger … [Read more...] about Fawnskin resident dies in car crash
Roads/Travel
County Gets Tougher On Impaired Drivers
Big Bear Lake, CA December 17, 2012 - In 2010, there were 221 deaths and 11,764 serious injuries as a result of DUI crashes in the County. The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has started a Special DUI Prosecution Program, thanks to a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety. The $230,000 grant will fund a Vertical Prosecution team to work cases … [Read more...] about County Gets Tougher On Impaired Drivers
Film Crews May Impact Travel Today
Running Springs, CA, November 30, 2012 - There could be occasional traffic delays today on SR 18 and SR 247. Terri Kasinga at CalTrans says two film permits have been approved for today. Intermittent closures on SR 18 in Running Springs near Panorama are scheduled to take place, weather permitting, between 9am and 3pm. Temporary closures have also been approved for the section … [Read more...] about Film Crews May Impact Travel Today
“Headlight” Signs To Be Removed From Highway 18
Big Bear Lake, CA, November 12, 2012 - The “Daytime headlight section” signs recently installed on State Route 18 are being removed. A Caltrans spokesperson stated that although some mountain residents would like to see the signs remain in place, others have concerns about the cost of a citation and the impact on visitors who might not know about the use of headlights. The nine … [Read more...] about “Headlight” Signs To Be Removed From Highway 18
Prepare For Winter – Get Snow Poles At City Hall
Big Bear Lake, CA, November 10, 2012, 6am - It’s time to begin preparing for the winter season, and the City of Big Bear Lake is dedicated to helping residents. Snow poles are available for purchase at the Civic Center at a cost of $12.50 per pole (+ tax). The Civic Center is located at 39707 Big Bear Blvd. and is open to the public Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. Snow poles … [Read more...] about Prepare For Winter – Get Snow Poles At City Hall