Water rates are going up for Big Bear Lake Department of Water and Power customers, given last night’s 3-2 vote by City Council in favor of the rate restructuring. The first of two increases, which averages nine percent, takes effect in January, with a second increase of nine percent for all customer classes scheduled for 18 months later, in July 2011. Though water rates will … [Read more...] about DWP’s Water Rate Restructuring Is a Go; City Council Votes 3-2 in Favor of Water Rate Increase
High Wind Warning for Our Area Today; Gusts Up to 60mph Possible This Afternoon
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for our area, which will be in effect for the San Bernardino mountains and surrounding deserts from 11am this morning through 10pm tonight (October 27). We can expect southwest to west winds of 25 to 35 miles per hour, with gusts to 60 miles per hour this afternoon through early evening. This High Wind Warning for … [Read more...] about High Wind Warning for Our Area Today; Gusts Up to 60mph Possible This Afternoon
Collision Results in Closure of Big Bear Boulevard Until 2am This Morning; Local Motorcyclist in Critical Condition
A collision between a truck and a motorcycle, on Big Bear Boulevard just east of Summit Boulevard at 4:16pm yesterday (Monday, October 26), resulted in closure of the eastbound lanes in front of the Big Bear Lake Sheriff’s Station until 2am this morning. Those involved in the incident were 35-year-old David Russell of Big Bear City, who was driving a 2002 Ford F150 pickup, and … [Read more...] about Collision Results in Closure of Big Bear Boulevard Until 2am This Morning; Local Motorcyclist in Critical Condition
Lifecare Annual Ambulance Membership Now Available for $59 Per Household
The enrollment period for Lifecare ambulance membership is open and, to assure maximum benefit in the program offered by the Bear Valley Paramedic Ambulance Service, Valley residents should sign up by month’s end. Lifecare offers local ambulance service on an annual basis for just $59 per household—so, if you or a member of your family need emergency transport, Lifecare covers … [Read more...] about Lifecare Annual Ambulance Membership Now Available for $59 Per Household
Boo in the Zoo
The Moonridge Animal Park (on Goldmine Drive in Big Bear Lake) hosts Boo in the Zoo, which will include kids' costume contests and a pumpkin contest (so bring your carved pumpkin with you), as well as arts & crafts projects and games for kids. Standard park admission applies: $9 adults, $6 seniors and children 3-10. Children under 3 and Friends of the Moonridge Zoo members … [Read more...] about Boo in the Zoo