BIG BEAR NEWS - Big Bear Lake, CA - The Bear Valley Community Healthcare District has announced the retirement of their Chief Executive Officer, John Friel, effective this October. Mr. Friel has served in this role since May, 2016. He tells Kbear that after 58 years in the medical field, there comes a time to enjoy your family and grandchildren. He added “ I started my … [Read more...] about Bear Valley Community Healthcare District CEO, John Friel to retire October 2021
Big Bear High School Incident Draws Attention to the Last Day of School
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - What should have been a joyous last day of school at Big Bear High School resulted in an unfortunate incident drawing attention to the decision by three students to make a statement. As exhibited on social media, on Thursday, June 10th, three Big Bear High School students draped flags as capes in the hall and common quad area of the high … [Read more...] about Big Bear High School Incident Draws Attention to the Last Day of School
Critical Missing Juvenile Found
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - UPDATE: Steven Gurule has been found in the vicinity of Highway 18 and Smarts Ranch Road. He is reported to be in good health. He is being transported back to the Big Bear area by law enforcement personnel. The Big Bear Sherriff's Station is seeking the publics assistance in locating Steven Gurule, a missing 12 year old Hispanic male, … [Read more...] about Critical Missing Juvenile Found
Mayor David Caretto Resigns
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - In a letter addressed to the City Clerk for the City of Big Bear Lake, Mayor Dave Caretto is resigning from the Big Bear Lake City Council effective June 18, 2021. Citing recent, serious and unexpected medical issues, as well as other life changes including a new granddaughter, Caretto now finds it essentially impossible for him to … [Read more...] about Mayor David Caretto Resigns
Rock Scaling Project in the Arctic Circle Means Closures
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Caltrans maintenance crews will be performing rock scaling in the Arctic Circle located on SR18 between Running Springs and Big Bear. This work will require a full closure of SR18 between the Big Bear Dam and Snow Valley Resort.The work will take place over 2 weeks: Monday, June 7th, through Thursday, June 10th, from 8:30am to 3:30pm and … [Read more...] about Rock Scaling Project in the Arctic Circle Means Closures