The check is in the mail—or at least that is the hope of Boulder Bay resident John Boucher who, a few weeks ago, won the multi-state Mega Lotto after purchasing a quick pick at Our Town Liquor in the Village. Boucher tells KBHR that, back in January, he started using his quarters to buy stamps and his nickels and dimes to play both the state and Mega lotto twice a week. “I … [Read more...] about Boulder Bay Resident John Boucher Nickels and Dimes His Way to $214,190 Mega Lotto Win
Halloween in the Village
The community is invited to dress up and enjoy Halloween in the Village of Big Bear Lake (families can also visit the nearby Harvest Party at Big Bear Elementary on Pennsylvania and Knickerbocker from 5 to 8pm). The Village's annual Halloween event includes safe trick-or-treating and, in years past, costume contests for people and pets. Pine Knot Avenue and Village Drive will … [Read more...] about Halloween in the Village
New Jersey Institute of Technology Celebrates Installation of Big Bear Solar Observatory’s New Solar Telescope, the Largest in the World
The Big Bear Solar Observatory is an iconic image on Big Bear Lake, yet it is also an internationally recognized facility, boasting the largest solar telescope in the world. Over the last year, an international team of experts has been assembling the solar aperture telescope, which boasts an 1.6 meter mirror, under the direction of astrophysicist Dr. Phil Goode. On October 3, … [Read more...] about New Jersey Institute of Technology Celebrates Installation of Big Bear Solar Observatory’s New Solar Telescope, the Largest in the World
Much-Missed Valley Residents Fred Ransom and Mike Kompaniez to Be Remembered in Two Separate Celebrations at Snow Summit
Over the Labor Day weekend, the Big Bear Valley lost two special, longtime residents and, in coming days, each will be remembered with a memorial service at Snow Summit. This Saturday, October 10, friends and family of Chautauqua High School teacher and ski coach Mike Kompaniez will celebrate his 56 years of life. Attendees are asked to, like Mike, wear their favorite … [Read more...] about Much-Missed Valley Residents Fred Ransom and Mike Kompaniez to Be Remembered in Two Separate Celebrations at Snow Summit