Last January, after several weekends of unprecedented snow-visitor traffic, Riverside County 3rd District Supv. Chuck Washington convened a multi-agency meeting to address issues growing out of the snow-play visitor glut. Washington did so at the request of Idyllwild Fire Chief Patrick Reitz, who was concerned about emergency vehicle blockage by illegally parked cars as well…

Trischa Clark took her seat as the newest director on the Fern Valley Water District (FVWD) board at the Friday, Dec. 16 meeting. “I’d just like to say that I’m happy to be on the board,” said Clark. At the same meeting, the board chose Charlie Wix as the next FVWD president, replacing the retired…

Southern California Edison identified 132 poles that were damaged, according to a press release just issued. Of those, 32 were set on Wednesday for a total of 116 poles replaced so far. Helicopters are working with crews on the ground to set the poles. Despite very difficult terrain and severe soil conditions, which requires hand-digging…

Grants available to help remove dead and dying trees The Sept. 11, Mountain Area Safety Taskforce (MAST) meeting was sparsely attended. No law enforcement officials and only a few fire managers were present. Those in attendance discussed current and prospective fire protection projects and forest health. Grants Kat Wilson, executive director of the Mountain Communities…

Dozens of law enforcement officers respond to scene in Pine Cove Mark DeAntonio, 52, of Pine Cove, was arrested Monday morning after law enforcement descended on Pine Cove in a helicopter and vehicles, warning residents to stay inside their homes. Multiple charges included discharging a fire arm in a negligent manner and possession of a…