The big point of contention leading up to, at and since the last Idyllwild Fire Protection District (IFPD) board of commissioners meeting is an ordinance proposal. Resolution 513, requiring automatic sprinklers, would replace Resolution 480. The item was tabled to the Sept. 22 IFPD board of commissioners meeting. The meeting will begin at 3 p.m….
As of press time, there are still a total of 22 reported COVID-19 cases since the outbreak and one death reported for the area of Idyllwild-Pine Cove, according to the Riverside University Health System – Public Health (RUHS) website. The website now reports recovered cases by area. Twenty-one of the 22 people have recovered. Riverside…
Four people are still officially listed as missing through the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD). The Town Crier contacted RCSD Friday morning for any updates on the cases of missing people Roy Prifogle, Melissa Lane, Dia Abrams and Rosario Garcia. In addition, the newspaper asked why there was a deputy in a RCSD SUV hauling…
Gabbi Rose, owner of The Sugarloaf Cafe & Market, recently spoke to the Town Crier about the efforts she’s making to keep her restaurant afloat during these unprecedented times while serving her community that she holds so dear. The Sugarloaf Cafe is in Pinyon Pines and has been a destination over the years as people…
Idyllwild local Peter Davison has always had an interest in music. He began playing the flute when he was six years old. Starting at such a young age, Davison was ahead of the music game early on in life. Playing an instrument like the flute led him to play in the LA City Orchestra at…
Some may have noticed a recent increase in enforcement by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). This increased enforcement is due to community concern regarding unsafe speeds in and around town.Long-time resident Eric Townsend said in an email at the beginning of July, “On busy weekends with crowded streets, pedestrians in the street, I see people…
Idyllwild FireIdyllwild Fire Protection District recently responded to the following calls.• Sept. 1 — Unintentional alarm activation, 10:03 a.m. Temecula Dr.• Sept. 1 — Carbon monoxide incident, 2:56 p.m. N. Circle Dr.• Sept. 1 — Unintentional transmission of alarm, 3:17 p.m. N. Circle Dr.• Sept. 2 — Medical aid, 7:07 a.m. Forest Dr.• Sept. 2…
Not only is the area experiencing unhealthy air quality as a result of the El Dorado Fire but the hottest day on record for Idyllwild was Sept. 6. The temperature reached 104 degrees.Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an emergency proclamation Sept. 3 to free up additional energy capacity amid extreme temperatures.The California Independent System Operator (ISO)…
Thanks to all you new and renewing Members out there! You clearly want a real newspaper serving our Hill community and by your Memberships, you are keeping that a reality.All of our Hill businesses have been hit hard by the coronavirus, and the Town Crier is no exception. SBA loans have helped us to a…
By Stephanie YostIdyllwild Community Center board president The Idyllwild Community Center (ICC) is delighted to announce that the major renovation of Idyllwild’s Town Hall is now complete. ICC plans to hold a rededication ceremony and community-wide “Open House” with tours, food, music and fun once state and county COVID-19 restrictions on large gatherings are lifted….
