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ICA Idyllwild Climbers Alliance stewards climbing experience and history

By David Jerome
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This week, the Town Crier spoke with two board members of the Idyllwild Climbers Alliance, a local all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit with the mission of preserving, protecting and enhancing the climbing experience in the San Jacinto mountains through conservation, stewardship and education of all who come to experience the unique, historic values of the area. This…

Town Crier Hosts Successful Holiday Social & Member Appreciation Night

By Corey Pickett
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The Town Crier welcomed community members, local partners, and supporters to a Holiday Social and Member Appreciation Night that exceeded expectations and marked a strong close to a year of transition and renewal for the paper. The evening brought together over 60 guests for a warm, festive gathering focused on community connection, local partnership, and…

Recent News

  • Video: Idyllwild Master Chorale

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  • Idyllwild Master Chorale celebrates 50 years of holiday vocal music

    This is busy and exciting time of year for Idyllwild Master Chorale Musical Director Dwight “Buzz” Holmes. He is planning an event that will…

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  • Town Crier Hosts Annual Holiday Party and Membership Night at Middle Ridge Winery to Celebrate Community and Announce New Membership Perks

    The Idyllwild Town Crier will revive its tradition of annual Holiday Party and Membership appreciation nights on Thursday, December 18 from 5:00 to 8:00…

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  • Artist Mallory Cremin brings photo quilts with watery theme to Idyllwild Library

    Press Release There is a show of photo quilts by Mallory Cremin at the Idyllwild Library now through January 17, 2026. Mallory is an…

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  • Firefighters in protective gear manage a forest fire in a national park with smoke rising.

    Prescriebed Burns begin today, November 25

    By JP Crumrine On Nov. 24, the U.S Forest Service has announced that its prescribed fire burns will begin in the San Jacinto Ranger…

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  • Tree Lighting Festivities

    Idyllwild’s Tree Lighting Ceremony, which will be held on Saturday, November 29th, will honor traditions old and new. This year’s traditional festivities will include…

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  • ARF Yard Sale moved to Sunday

    The November 20 issue included a notice about ARF’s upcoming yard sale. The date has been changed from Saturday to Sunday. Bargain hunting pet…

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  • Firefighters in protective gear manage a forest fire in a national park with smoke rising.

    San Bernardino National Forest begins prescribed fires

    Favorable weather conditions in place for hazardous fuels reduction work USFS Press Release Southern California, 11-21-25— The San Bernardino National Forest is planning prescribed…

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Classifieds

  • Thank You

    THANK YOU to the kind person who turned in my change purse to the Idyllwild Pharmacy. Great sentimental value. Thank you! Charlie Anthony

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  • Services

    FIREWOOD Seasoned Pine $350/cord; Hard/Soft Mix $385/cord; All Hard $435/cord; Eucalyptus $525 Delivery Included(909) 800-1352

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  • Help Wanted

    Field Operator – Fern Valley Water District The Fern Valley Water District is accepting applications for the position of Field Operator. The individual selected for this position will perform a broad range of operational and maintenance duties, including but not limited to water treatment, water distribution, facility operation and maintenance, meter reading, and vehicle and

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