Forest Services Volunteer Association Fire Lookout Dan Roberts is one of the volunteers at Black Mountain Lookout, shown recently. PHOTO BY JOEL FEINGOLD
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Halloween Carnival moves to IFPD!
With rain in the forecast, the Idyllwild Great Pumpkin Carnival will be moved from the center of town to the shelter of the Idyllwild Fire Protection District’s capacious vehicle bays, according to Idyllwild Community Center president Stephanie Yost. IFPD’s station is located at 54160 Maranatha Dr. The Carnival will still go from 4:30 p.m. to…
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IWD hears concerns over daycare, apartments
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Fatal motorcycle crash on 74 near 371
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New e-bike laws aim to reduce dangers for young riders
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The Forest Service after Esperanza: investigation, rebuttal, and change
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