Editor’s Note: Weather damage to Hill infrastructure, residences and businesses is an ongoing story the Town Crier will follow. Nearly three weeks after heavy rains and snow damaged Hill infrastructure causing flooding and road closures, residents and businesses are struggling to regain footing in the aftermath. Many are waiting – for cleanup assistance, repairs to…

The Cranston Fire appeared on the horizon over Inspiration Point at about noon Wednesday, July 25. The community soon learned multiple fires were allegedly started by a single arsonist. Brandon McGlover, 32 of Temecula, was swiftly apprehended and subsequently charged with 15 counts of arson by the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office. At his arraignment…

Certain people in the world are meant to help people. It’s a desire to be of service. For those that have that passion, there’s no denying it. Martha Pearson has lived in Idyllwild her entire life — 47 years to be exact — and been driven to help people from a young age.  “I just…