Given the increase in fire risk presented by Christmas trees, the Big Bear Lake Fire Protection District offers these holiday safety tips: make sure electric holiday lights are intact and that cords are not frayed; artificial trees should be made of fireproof materials; natural trees should have a fresh, one-inch cut at the base to eliminate sap and allow the tree to absorb … [Read more...] about Fire Department Provides Christmas Tree Safety Tips
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Has Their Man, Thanks to Big Bear Deputy Mark Rios
A Santa Ana arson suspect with a one million dollar warrant is off the streets, due to the keen observations of Big Bear Sheriff’s Station Deputy Mark Rios. It was three weeks ago, back in November, when San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department officers were alerted to be on the lookout for 36-year-old Christopher Rodriguez, wanted by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s … [Read more...] about Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Has Their Man, Thanks to Big Bear Deputy Mark Rios
County Services Available to Seniors on Wednesday; AARP Food Distribution on Monday
Big Bear seniors will have an opportunity to access government services when tomorrow, and each third Wednesday of the month (weather permitting), Willo Couey of the San Bernardino County Department of Aging and Adult Services comes to the Big Bear Senior Center. From 10am to noon on December 16, with the next round scheduled for January 20, seniors can receive assistance with … [Read more...] about County Services Available to Seniors on Wednesday; AARP Food Distribution on Monday
City Council Reorganizes: Liz Harris Named Big Bear Lake Mayor, Darrell Mulvihill Continues as Fire District Chairman
The new mayor of Big Bear Lake for the coming year is Liz Harris, following a 4-1 vote at last night’s meeting of the City Council of Big Bear Lake. Outgoing Mayor Rick Herrick opened the Council reorganization by noting, “I’ve truly enjoyed the last few years, sitting here as mayor,” though added, “it’s time for somebody else to sit here for a bit” before nominating Harris, … [Read more...] about City Council Reorganizes: Liz Harris Named Big Bear Lake Mayor, Darrell Mulvihill Continues as Fire District Chairman
Big Bear Library Hosts Weekly Programs for Children, Including Holiday Event on Thursday
In addition to literacy classes for adults and other special programs, the Big Bear Library also has a series of special activities for children and teens, including a special holiday event planned for this Thursday. On first and third weeks of the month, the Big Bear Library hosts Teen Tuesdays, for those ages 12 through 17; the next Teen Tuesday, during which time there are … [Read more...] about Big Bear Library Hosts Weekly Programs for Children, Including Holiday Event on Thursday