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
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“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
Power Outage for Areas of Big Bear Thursday Evening
Big Bear, CA, November 8, 2012 - Residents began reporting areas of Big Bear Lake that were without power at approximately 7:45pm Thursday evening. Wet roads and poor visibility may have contributed to the events but unconfirmed reports of an accident at Catalina in Big Bear Lake may be the cause of the power outage. Crews for the electric company responded quickly and power … [Read more...] about Power Outage for Areas of Big Bear Thursday Evening
Big Bear Man Killed After Being Struck By Vehicle
Mentone, CA, October 24, 2012, 9am - On October 23, 2012 at about 6:40pm, a 61 year-old man from Big Bear was walking southbound across Mentone Boulevard north of Crafton Avenue in Mentone and was struck by an eastbound 2000 Acura. Paramedics responded and pronounced him dead at the scene. The name of the man will be released once positive identification has been made and next … [Read more...] about Big Bear Man Killed After Being Struck By Vehicle