Small blaze near Lake Hemet Saturday
A quarter-acre brush fire started early Saturday evening near Lake Hemet. In less than two hours after it was reported at 7:08 p.m., the...
Does the Town Crier have a future?
Our readers must decide
On June 28, 2013, our small, close corporation purchased the Town Crier, which had not made any money during the previous...
News of Record: August 17, 2017
Sheriff’s log
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Hemet Station responded to the following calls Sunday to Saturday, Aug. 6 to 12.
Idyllwild
• Aug. 6 — Battery,...
Solar eclipse visible from Idyllwild
On Monday, Aug. 21, a total solar eclipse will pass across the continental United States and though total eclipses are not rare, one passing...
Varied opinions over medical marijuana dispensaries
Editor’s note: The Town Crier continues to solicit opinions, pro and con, on legalizing medical marijuana dispensaries in Idyllwild.
Last week’s article “Marijuana dispensaries closed...
Lake Hemet Water District proposes higher fees for Garner Valley customers
Residents of Garner Valley who also are customers of Lake Hemet Municipal Water District are likely facing increased water costs this fall.
Last Thursday, Aug....
Monday is deadline to register to vote in August 29 Pine Cove Water District...
Monday, Aug. 14, is the deadline for voters to register and be eligible to cast a ballot in the Aug. 29 election for directors...
Two crashes with arrests for suspicion of DUI
Two vehicle crashes occurred on Hill roads over the last week. Both involved arrests for suspicion of driving under the influence.
At 9:50 p.m. Thursday,...
News of Record: August 10, 2017
Sheriff’s log
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Hemet Station responded to the following calls Sunday to Saturday, July 30 to Aug. 5.
Idyllwild
• July 30 —...
Rain or no rain — wildfire a continuing threat
“… arge fire potential will likely remain above normal across Southern California well into November,” was the conclusion of the latest “National Significant Wildland...