Lucerne Valley, CA, April 4, 2014 - A memorial gathering is scheduled this weekend for longtime Big Bear Valley resident, Anne Rosemier. Anne passed away peacefully on March 19 at the age of 87. Anne was retired from teaching, but she continued to do research on Big Bear history--something that had fascinated her since her first visit to the valley in 1951. Realizing that … [Read more...] about Rosemier Memorial is this Saturday
Road Reminder: Partial Closure Scheduled Thursday
Fawnskin, CA, April 2, 2014 - Big Bear Cycling is hosting the Big Bear Time Trial of the 30th Redlands Bicycle Classic, the season opening event for the National Race Calendar and the United States domestic road cycling racing season. The organization is grateful for the community’s cooperation in the support of professional cycling. Highway 38/North Shore Drive will be CLOSED … [Read more...] about Road Reminder: Partial Closure Scheduled Thursday
A Bad Day for Burglars
Big Bear Valley, CA, April 1, 2014 - Sheriff’s deputies kept busy last Friday with at least two arrests for burglary. Responding to a complaint of loud music at a vacation home on Lakeview Drive, deputies found a 53-year-old local man who had broken in, stolen several items then set up temporary residence. He remains in custody in lieu of $25,000. A Sheriff’s spokesperson … [Read more...] about A Bad Day for Burglars
From Wildlife Habitat to the Big Bear Alpine Zoo
Big Bear, CA, March 29, 2014 - In 1959 a forest fire engulfed the San Bernardino National Forest and in the aftermath, several injured animals were found that required care. A makeshift hospital and rehabilitation area called the Wildlife Habitat was set up where the zoo is currently located. Two bobcats and an orphaned baby black bear were the first residents of the future … [Read more...] about From Wildlife Habitat to the Big Bear Alpine Zoo
Telephone Scam Strikes Big Bear
Big Bear Lake, CA, March 28, 2014 – Telephone scammers have been trying to swindle utility customers in Big Bear in recent weeks. Bear Valley Electric Service says several customers--mostly small business owners--have been called by people posing as BVE representatives. The callers try to pressure customers for their credit card numbers and other personal information to avoid … [Read more...] about Telephone Scam Strikes Big Bear