The American Red Cross, with the help of several local agencies, including the Idyllwild Fire Department, offered free installation of smoke alarms and tested the batteries of installed fire alarms throughout Idyllwild and Fern Valley this week. American Red Cross has been offering this program across the country. The goal is to reduce fire deaths…

Many folk on our Hill have accomplished much good in their lives — journeying great distances to contribute their talents for the benefit of people in need worldwide, serving in local community service organizations or public service agencies, establishing much-needed businesses and employing and serving others in those businesses or simply contributing to family and…