Several Idyllwild Chamber of Commerce directors and community members attended the brief monthly public meeting of the Chamber. The only business considered was a report from Phyllis Mueller, chair of Idyllwild’s 52nd annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, “An Olde Fashioned Christmas.” Current Chamber President Chris Titus announced that Lanny Hardy, former Chamber director and vice…
Mountain Disaster Preparedness, the Idyllwild area’s volunteer emergency preparedness group, has a new board and new president. Incoming President Mike Feydar said he would focus on community outreach and getting the preparedness message out. Feydar, who served as vice president under outgoing President Veronica Alt, brings previous disaster preparation board experience acquired in the South…
Although the ambulance contract between Riverside County Office of Emergency Services and the Idyllwild Fire Protection District was renewed in June, the subject still surfaces at the County Service Area 38 (Pine Cove) Advisory Committee meetings …
Voluntary reductions urged …
Soroptimist International of Idyllwild is seeking applicants for its annual $500 grant, which is awarded to residents of Idyllwild, Mountain Center and Pine Cove. To qualify, the applicant must have primary financial responsibility for the family and must be enrolled in a vocational or skills training program or an undergraduate degree program and must demonstrate…
The Idyllwild Association of Realtors held their 35th anniversary installation dinner on Thursday evening, Nov 8, at the Rainbow Inn. During the evening, Pete Capparelli (right) swears in the Association’s new board. Incoming officers and directors are (from left) Chris Davis (director), Joe McNabb (director), Kay Jennison (director), Karen Doshier (treasurer), Bill Sperling (director), Sheila Zacker (vice-president) and Trischa Clark (president).
A notice posted on the Creek House Restaurant door advises “closed until further notice.” An email sent to employees from owners Lanny and Lorraine Hardy confirmed the same. But in a Nov. 10 email to the Town Crier, Lanny Hardy said because of overwhelming community response they are trying to work something out. So, the…
After months of preparation, Idyllwild Pharmacy’s owner Barry Shapiro is offering free screenings for diabetes. He has been working with business partners and local health officials to provide this service to the community. November is American Diabetes Month and on Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., free screenings will be available at the Pharmacy….
Fire log Hill fire stations responded to the following calls, Monday to Monday, Nov. 5 to 12, 2012: Idyllwild Fire Department and Ambulance Nov. 6 — Medical aid, Pine Crest Avenue and North Circle Drive, Idyllwild. Nov. 6 — Public service assist, Maranatha Drive, Idyllwild. Nov. 7 — Malicious false alarm, Temecula Drive, Idyllwild. Nov….
Citing personal reasons, Town Hall Recreation Manager Amy Righetti resigned her position last week. “It’s time for me to be a mom again,” she said, noting that she had enjoyed serving but that the time demands had come at the expense of her family. Kelly Wills also resigned but could not be reached for comment….
