Cranston Fire power outage update
The Anza Electric Cooperative received word from Southern California Edison that the entire system should be restored by Monday, Aug. 6. AEC includes Garner...
Brewpub comes to aid of Idyllwild Water
The evacuation of Idyllwild created an unintended consequence for the Idyllwild Water District.
With many fewer people in town, demand on the wastewater treatment plant...
Highway 74 to remain closed for some time
The Cranston Fire burned up to and across both highways 74 and 243.
Currently, Highway 74 from Idyllwild to Mountain Center is closed to through...
Hundreds listen to fire team and local leaders
The community meeting about the Cranston Fire drew dozens of local residents. It became standing-room-only when more than 100 chairs were filled, and more...
Food, supplies available for fire victims
Residents of the Hill communities who are low on food, living expenses or basic supplies can find relief thanks to several organizations.
The Idyllwild HELP...
Spotlight on Membership renewals
Two more weeks until the one-year anniversary of our announcement of the Town Crier Membership Model, and four more weeks until the anniversary of...
Seeking EMax award nominees
For the eighth consecutive year, the Idyllwild Town Crier is requesting nominations for the annual Ernie Maxwell Community Spirit Award. Bring your nomination to...
Four arrests during Cranston Fire evacuation
According to Lt. Zachary Hall of the Riverside County Sheriff's Hemet Station, four arrests were made during the Cranston Fire evacuation last week.
Deputies stopped...
Medlock hearing for Silver Fire arson moved to June
Stephen Patrick Medlock, 52, a transient, charged with arson for igniting the 2013 Silver Fire, had his July 26 felony settlement conference moved to...
Ribbon Fire threatens Pinyon
While the attentions of most on the Hill were absorbed in dealing with the Cranston Fire, Pinyon residents had to contend with their own...