8 deaths and more than 500 cases of lung injuries related to vaping “Vaping” is smoking electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) and is supposed to help people stop smoking. E-cigarettes heat nicotine (extracted from tobacco), flavorings and other chemicals to create a water vapor that the smoker inhales. However, vaping apparently brings its own threat to human…
Dr. Ruiz calls for a congressional hearing on the imminent health crisis at the Salton Sea Rep. Raul Ruiz, M.D., D-Palm Desert, continues to sound the alarm that federal agencies must be held accountable for and fully engage in the imminent public health crisis at the Salton Sea. Ruiz and Rep. Juan Vargas, D-El Centro,…
By Greg DillMedicare Regional Administrator Did you know that there are two different ways to receive your Medicare benefits? The most popular way is Original Medicare. With Original Medicare, you can choose any doctor, hospital, or other healthcare provider you want, as long as they accept Medicare. When you receive medical services or goods, Medicare…
A couple weeks ago, the Town Crier reported on the status of the case related to Scott Shere, whose nine-year prison sentence for pleading guilty to both issuing criminal death threats and sending a threatening letter with the intent to extort money on Aug. 6 was reduced to three years probation. The newspaper inquired with…
At 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, a California Highway Patrol officer, who was eating lunch at Mountain Center Cafe, walked out to the parking lot to find that his patrol vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe, had a dent in the right rear quarter panel, according to California Highway Patrol Public Information Officer Darren Meyer….
Idyllwild Fire Here are some of the calls Idyllwild Fire Department responded to recently. • Sept. 14 — Walk-in assist police or other governmental agency, 1:02 a.m. • Sept. 14 — Medical aid, 2:39 a.m. Apple Canyon. • Sept. 14 — Motor vehicle accident with injuries, 9:40 a.m. Marian View Dr. • Sept. 14 —…
In honor of JP Crumrine’s retirement from the Town Crier, John Hunneman, communications director for State Sen. Jeff Stone, R-La Quinta, stopped by the office on Sept. 24 to present Crumrine with a certificate of recognition. It reads: “As your state senator, I want to commend you as you head off to your well-deserved retirement…
As homelessness in Riverside County continues to increase and impact communities across the county, including Idyllwild, a regional response to the county’s homeless crisis has been proposed. Hemet City Councilmember Karlee Meyer and Project Hope II Founder Stacie Olson proposed a plan to Third District Riverside County Supervisor Chuck Washington. The two women co-founded the…
By David Pelham Contributed Looking back at our first presentation of “The Art of the Guitar in Mexico” at the William M. Lowman Hall in 2017, many will remember Mariana Gómez. She was one of the two guitarists, both natives of Paracho, Michoacán, who performed. The other, Juan Pablo Sixtos, continues his successful studies in…
70 years ago – 1949 The Lucks, who manned the community telephone switchboard, figured the average number of calls serviced daily during the summer was 1,800. 65 years ago – 1954 The Idyllwild School term opened with 166 students, a 20% increase over the previous year. 60 years ago – 1959 Bow and arrow expert…
