The graphic images and scary rhetoric in the media about Ebola can be stressful enough for adults, but imagine what it is like for youngsters, especially those who cannot understand much of what is being said about the illness. “The constant coverage can be alarming for adults and downright scary for children,” said Dr. Christopher…
An Oceanside man committed suicide on the Idyllwild Summit Trail in Idyllwild County Park last week. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department was notified at 12:13 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, to respond to the suicide of Jastin Pak, 27. Because of confidentiality issues, Public Information Officer Albert Martinez said no details could be given of how…
Dissatisfied with the progress of salary negotiations with the Hemet Unified School District, members of the Hemet Teachers Association walked along Florida Avenue in Hemet Saturday carrying signs expressing their disgruntlement. Even mediation has not solved the differences between the district administration and the union. According to a district press release, HTA and HUSD will…
In last week’s general election for state offices, Riverside County voters supported the Republican candidates — more so than statewide voters. Neel Kashkari, the Republican gubernatorial candidate, received 53.27 percent of the gubernatorial vote, the least of the seven statewide partisan races. Ashley Swearengin, the Republican controller candidate, got 57.1 percent of the county vote….
Unlike the choices for state offices, Riverside County voters and statewide voters concurred on the disposition of the six propositions on the November ballot. Half passed and half were defeated. Voters easily approved the water quality and bond, and the state budget propositions by nearly two to one margins. Nearly 59 percent of voters throughout…
A memorial service for Harry and Mary Sigworth is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at the Idyllwild Community Church.
Lake Hemet Market closed Monday, Nov. 10, until sometime in January or February for renovations. Lake Hemet Municipal Water District, which owns the building, is making the renovations. Send your business updates to becky@towncrier.com.
The 11th day of the 11th month at the 11th hour is the special moment in history noting the end of World War One, which is remembered for the first Armistice Day. Members of the American Legion Post 800 honor guard fold the American flag, as part of the ceremony tradition.
Riverside County Waste Management Department has announced it will be collecting household hazardous waste at the Idyllwild County Road Yard from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday Nov. 15. Electronic waste, such as televisions and computers, will be accepted for free, as well as other hazardous waste. This is particularly important since Waste Management Corp….
