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IWD raises sewer rates 50 percent
Sewer bills for Idyllwild Water District’s 600 sewer customers will increase 50 percent in October. The Board of Directors unanimously approved the increase at its Sept. 10 meeting. The new rates are estimated to raise revenues about $180,000 annually. For most of the 420 residential customers, the monthly increase will be $12.75, for a total…
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New problem for chronic pain sufferers
Pharmacist Barry Shapiro of Idyllwild Pharmacy alerted the Town Crier last week to new federal regulations moving medications containing hydrocodone from Schedule III to Schedule II. This includes pain medications such as Lortab, Norco and Vicodin, and cough medicines such as Tussionex. This change in schedules is part of a program to cut down on…
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Past Tense: September 18, 2014
65 years ago – 1949 The Chamber of Commerce reported a profit from its Gold Rush celebration at Town Hall. 60 years ago – 1954 Playing at the Rustic Theatre was “Betrayed,” starring Clark Gable and Lana Turner. 55 years ago – 1959 The U.S. Forest Service announced the reactivation of the Thomas…
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News of Record: September 18, 2014
Fire log The Idyllwild Fire Station responded to the following calls, Tuesday, Sept. 9, through Monday, Sept. 15. Idyllwild • Sept. 9 — Medical aid. • Sept. 9 — Assist invalid. • Sept. 10 — Medical aid. • Sept. 11 — Two rescues. • Sept. 11 — Medical aid. • Sept. 12 — Traffic…
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‘Ready, Set, Go’ still important in event of wildfire
In a brief meeting Thursday, Sept. 11, the Mountain Emergency Service Committee group discussed current projects and were refreshed on the county’s and Cal Fire’s “Ready, Set, Go” program. This is an effort to encourage people to be prepared in the event of a wildfire. Living on the Hill where wildlands and residential property meet…
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Creature Corner: September 18, 2014
She’s all ears — mixed in with a lot of love, obedience and fun in such a small package. Tammy, also known as Billie Jean, is a 5- to 6-year-old min-pin. She’s good with cats and other dogs, and on the leash. And she absolutely loves car rides. Could you share your space with this…
