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Christopher George Huntley, 47, of Idyllwild, was arrested by a Mt. San Jacinto State Park ranger on Wednesday, Dec. 20, for assault with a deadly weapon other than a firearm. He was also charged with a misdemeanor for brandishing the weapon in a fight and quarrel against another male. At an in-custody arraignment on Dec….
After the late February snowstorm, locals had plenty to say on the Facebook page Idyllwild Snow and Fire for Locals. There is also a separate page for visitors, Idyllwild Snow and Fire, providing direction and warnings to those seeking snow play. The comments focused on the danger and frustration of increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic…...
Steve Erler, general manager of Fern Valley Water District, announced his intention to retire at the end of June 2016. The board was surprised, shocked, and saddened to learn of Erler’s plans, which he shared at the end of the Dec. 18 meeting. Erler has served as general manager a little more than 18 years,…
Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Here are some of the calls Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire responded to recently. • Jan. 18 — Medical aid, 12:37 p.m. Tollgate Rd. • Jan. 19 — Rescue, 8:04 p.m. Rouse Ridge. Idyllwild Fire Here are some of the calls Idyllwild Fire responded to recently. • Jan. 15 — False alarm,…
Your new or renewed Town Crier Membership comes with a big extra: Thanks to the generosity of Bruce Ross and Eileen Gallo-Ross, each Town Crier new or renewed Membership receives discounts at their Red Kettle restaurant in downtown Idyllwild on up to two meals per day for six months.So, become a Member, if you’re not…
Though it did not come close to Hill communities, a fire reported at 2:17 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25, showed potential to run up the mountain and did cause the California Highway Patrol to close Highway 243 from Twin Pines Road to the KOA Campground in Banning.Banning High School and the KOA Campground were evacuated as…