By Kerry ManosContributed I would like to respectfully respond to the two letters published in the Jan. 14 issue of the Town Crier, both of which called for the prominent “Trump 2020” sign to be removed from a private property. These writers assert the sign would be unwelcoming and intimidating to visitors, especially in light…
Support of Trump sign Dear editor:Last week’s letter to the editor titled “Hate has no home here,” was exactly theopposite of the title.With hateful emotions the writers want to censor what legal signs a person can put up. Trump represents different things to different people, but people are not open to other views and the…
By Metro CreativeContributed A nutritious diet is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle. When it’s part of a health regimen that includes routine exercise, a healthy diet that’s rich in fruits and vegetables can help people reduce their risk for various illnesses, including chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer and diabetes.Many adults have known…
Idyllwild FireThe Idyllwild Fire Protection District recently responded to the following calls.• Jan. 9 — Medical aid, 9:22 a.m. S. Circle Dr.• Jan. 9 — Motor vehicle collision with injuries, 2:07 p.m. Highway 74.• Jan. 9 — Motor vehicle collision without injuries, 2:20 p.m. Highway 243.• Jan. 9 — Motor vehicle collision with injuries, 2:27…
70 years ago – 1951Twenty-four men, representing areas from Thomas Mountain to Pine Cove, were taking training as members of the Emergency Auxiliary of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. 65 years ago – 1956“The Cattle King,” starring George Montgomery and Marcia Hendrickson, was being filmed at the Garner Ranch. Part of the action included a…
Last week in “Days of Our Nine Lives,” the cats met Ivan, the new feline.Harper: (carefully entering ARF) Hello? Is anyone here?Whiskers: I am! Who the heck are you?Harper: I’m the new ARF dog, Harper.Whiskers: Welcome to ARF! You seem to be OK with cats, clearly.Pepper: (entering the office) A dog? Who is this?Whiskers: This…
Lydia “Dia” Abrams went missing June 6 from her Bonita Vista ranch in Apple Canyon (between Mountain Center and Garner Valley). The ranch, that is over 100 acres, was searched multiple times by Riverside County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) and the Riverside Mountain Rescue Unit (RMRU) soon after Abrams was reported missing, but they returned empty-handed….
By Marsha KennedyContributed Over the New Years’ weekend, Idyllwild was struck by an unprecedented avalanche of snow-play visitors — more than the Hill has ever seen, in the estimate of many residents. In addition to the illegal parking, trespassing and littering, which unfortunately have become standard features of such events, traffic congestion was staggering. One…
Trash in town Dear editor:I am saddened by the condition of trash left all over town. I used to walk to work and pick up 30-plus pieces of garbage each day.I don’t do that now because of the pandemic. We so appreciate the presence of our tourists, but do not appreciate their trashing this town….
Idyllwild FireThe Idyllwild Fire Protection District recently responded to the following calls.• Jan. 4 — Medical aid, 8:16 a.m. Manzanita Dr.• Jan. 4 — Walk-in medical aid, 11:37 a.m.• Jan. 5 — Police matter, 10:43 a.m. Village Center Dr.• Jan. 5 — Medical aid, 3:09 p.m. S. Circle Dr.• Jan. 5 — Medical assist, 3:58…
