Idyllwild Town Crier marks 65th anniversary
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Vandals struck La Bella Montagna Italian Restaurant in the early morning hours of New Year’s Day, breaking glass in a large bay window. The damage, in excess of $800, means the crime is classified as a felony. La Bella Montagna is owned by Mariah Tartaglia, mother of Alfredo Tartaglia, 26, who was arrested Friday, Dec….
Melissa Wilson, a teacher at Idyllwild Arts Academy for the past 12 years, has a daughter, Amara, 14, with Type 1 diabetes. Amara has had the disease since age 2-1/2. Mother and daughter, who live on campus, are raising funds for a diabetes alert service dog to help keep Amara safe and healthier overall. These…
A 3.3 magnitude earthquake occurred late Monday about 9:34 p.m. The tremor was centered 3.3 miles northwest of Cabazon and 3.6 miles northeast of Banning. Two smaller tremors — 2.3 and 1.9 — followed it within minutes.
By Riverside University Health System Riverside County Public Health Officer Dr. Cameron Kaiser is extending his order requiring residents to wear face coverings when outside and to continue practicing social distancing through June 19. The county is also moving to fully align with the governor’s “Stay-at-Home” order until amended or rescinded. Riverside County residents are…
Two new faces will join current President Jeannine Charles-Stigall on the Idyllwild Fire Protection District Commission in December. Nancy Layton, tied with Charles-Stigall for top vote-getter, and Rhonda Andrewson were elected to the commission in the Aug. 27 vote. All three victors said they felt honored to receive the town’s support for this position. Only…
Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Hemet Station Commander, Captain Scot Collins and staff will meet with Hill community members at a town meeting to discuss the recent escalation in criminal activity in the Idyllwild area, including an armed robbery and a growing number of felony crimes to property.
