Big Bear City, CA, April 26, 2013 - Since the Curbside Vegetation Chipping Program debuted in 2005 to help create defensible space on private property, several thousand tons of vegetation have been collected each year. The service had been free to Bear Valley residents, but the program is over now that funding has run out. There is still work to be done, however, so residents … [Read more...] about Defensible space: Chipping ends, clean-up still encouraged
WeTip recognizes local law enforcement officers
Big Bear Lake, CA, April 25, 2013 - At the National WeTip Conference on April 19, the program awarded Deputy Alex Collins of the Big Bear Station the Award of Valor, and Detective Jeremiah MacKay a posthumous Award of Valor. Collins and MacKay were struck by gunfire during the Christopher Dorner manhunt in February; MacKay died of his wounds. The San Bernardino County … [Read more...] about WeTip recognizes local law enforcement officers
Cycling season kicks off with Wednesday Expo
Big Bear Lake, CA, April 24, 2013 - The Big Bear Cycling Association is holding their free Open House and Expo at Nottingham’s Tavern from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday. This is a chance to renew your membership or just learn about cycling in Big Bear Valley. There will be happy hour food specials and $1 draft beers from Fat Tire, along with local area cycling … [Read more...] about Cycling season kicks off with Wednesday Expo
Healthcare board meets Tuesday night
Big Bear Lake, CA, April 23, 2013 - The Board of Directors for the Bear Valley Community Healthcare District holds their business meeting this evening at 41870 Garstin Drive, Big Bear Lake: Closed Session @ 5:00 pm – Hospital Conference Room Open Session @ 6:30 pm –Hospital Cafeteria For more information, call Administrative Assistant Shelly Egerer at (909) 878-8214. … [Read more...] about Healthcare board meets Tuesday night
Fawnskin Fire Now 90% Contained
Fawnskin, CA, April 22, 2013, 6pm - With good news to report, Forest Service personnel are now stating that the Fawnskin Fire is at 90% containment with full control and containment expected by Friday evening. … [Read more...] about Fawnskin Fire Now 90% Contained