Big Bear, CA - California agencies combatting the spread of invasive quagga and zebra mussels remind boaters to remain cautious over Labor Day weekend. Quagga and zebra mussels are invasive freshwater mussels native to Eurasia. They multiply quickly, encrust watercraft and infrastructure, alter water quality and the aquatic food web and ultimately impact native and sport … [Read more...] about Boaters Can Help Fight Spread of Invasive Mussels Over Labor Day Weekend
Suspect Arrested During Commission of a Residential Burglary
Big Bear City, CA - On Wednesday, August 30, at about 10:58 a.m., deputies from the Big Bear Sheriff’s Station responded to a residential audible alarm call in the 800 block of South McAlister Road in Big Bear City. As deputies were approaching the house, they observed a male subject running from the back yard. Following a short foot pursuit, the subject was detained without … [Read more...] about Suspect Arrested During Commission of a Residential Burglary
Hoist Rescue Required for Hiker at Castle Rock
Big Bear Lake, CA - On Monday, August 28, 60 year old Anna Fay Hannah, a visitor from Texas, was hiking in the Big Bear area at Castle Rock. While hiking, she fell and sustained a non-life threatening injury. She was unable to hike out of the area and called 911 for help. Big Bear Fire personnel arrived at the scene and began hiking to her. Fire personnel were assisted by a … [Read more...] about Hoist Rescue Required for Hiker at Castle Rock
Helen Walsh Honored
Big Bear, CA - On Sunday, August 27, at the home of Kent and Linda Ricchiuti-Stalcup, Helen Walsh was honored as the recipient of the inaugural Helen Walsh Humanitarian Award. The purpose of this award is to honor those individuals who have provided exceptional support of the Bear Valley Community Healthcare District Foundation and other community organizations that support the … [Read more...] about Helen Walsh Honored
2 Arrested For Robbery and Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Big Bear, CA - On Tuesday, August 22, at 7:05 pm, deputies from the Big Bear Sheriff's Station were called to Big Bear Yellow Post Campsite 28 in reference to an assault that took place at that location. When deputies arrived, the victim, Christopher Huebner, reported he had befriended three subjects while camping in the forested area. During the day the subjects had asked … [Read more...] about 2 Arrested For Robbery and Assault with a Deadly Weapon