Riverside County plans to test the use of unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones, to enhance its search-and-rescue operations, particularly in the San Jacinto Mountain areas. “We’re constantly monitoring new technology that’s more effective and will improve our operations,” said Chief Deputy Kevin Vest of the Sheriff’s Department. Having seen the success of this technology during…
For the sixth consecutive year, the Idyllwild Town Crier is requesting nominations for the annual Ernie Maxwel Community Spirit Award. Bring your nomination to the Town Crier office at 54405 N. Circle Dr., mail it to P.O. Box 157, Idyllwild, CA 92549, or send by email to becky@towncrier.com by May 13. The honor is given…
The Sheriff’s Department is still investigating the death of an unknown female. The body, which was badly decomposed, was found Sunday, April 10. Today, April 18, Lt. Dan Florez, of the Sheriff’s Hemet Station, said, “Investigations is conducting a broader search of the crime scene area for any other evidence related to the body located…
California has the second highest fatality rate nationwide involving drivers between the ages of 15-18. To help combat this growing problem, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is conducting a free Start Smart traffic education class for local teen drivers and their parents. This a program specifically geared toward reducing collisions and injuries involving teen drivers. …
Born in San Jerónimo Progreso, Oaxaca, Mexico on Dec. 7, 1967, Eutiquio Ramirez passed away Friday, April 8, 2016. A beloved husband, father and friend, Eutiquio was well known in Idyllwild in the construction industry for 35 years, as well as the community. He was a well-respected and honest, hard-working man. He is survived by…
65 years ago – 1951 The Department of Fish and Game released a flock of 28 Mexican Bronze wild turkeys. The intent was to establish a plentiful enough population to permit hunting in local forests. 60 years ago – 1956 A group of green thumbers met at Hazel Wright’s home to form the Idyllwild Garden…
Last week in “The Days of Our Nine Lives,” Rocky the Maltepoo introduced himself to the ARF felines. Bill: Geez, Rocky didn’t stay around long. He introduced himself and then poof, he was gone. Olivia: Just like some of the others, he found a better gig with a forever family. Bill: I keep counting the…
Fire log The Idyllwild Fire Station responded to the following calls Sunday to Saturday, April 3 to 9. Idyllwild • April 3 — No responses. • April 4 — Medical aid. • April 5 — No incident found on arrival at dispatch address. • April 5 — Medical aid. • April 6 — Two medical…
With little debate, the Riverside County supervisors recently approved spending $18 million in a search to save a hundred million or more. County Executive Officer Jay Orr warned the board in January that the fiscal year 2016-17 budget, which begins July 1, would suffer from a $90- to $100-million deficit. Some of this spending is…
California’s Secretary of State Alex Padilla is forecasting a large surge in the number of voters for the June 7 presidential primary. Last week, he wrote to both Gov. Jerry Brown and county officials urging them to prepare for an unexpectedly large turnout. Padilla’s warning is based on the significant increase in the number of…
