First Class Mail Rates Going Up TOMORROW (Update 3)
Brisk Sales of Liberty Bell Forever Stamps
By Michael P. Neufeld

The price of a one-ounce First-Class stamp will increase TOMORROW from 41 cents to 42 cents.
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San Bernardino County Fair Now Open
Hometown Pride Shared Countywide
By Michael P. Neufeld

The San Bernardino County Fair is now open and runs through May 18 featuring a wide range of activities and entertainment including a Monster Truck Show, Demolition Derby, Dodge Pro Am Bull Riding and over 40 carnival rides for kids of all ages.
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The Spencers Theatre of Illusion TODAY
An Ideal Gift for Mother’s Day
By Michael P. Neufeld

A Mother's Day matinee at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center will feature The Spencers Theatre of Illusion starting at 2 p.m. TODAY.
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Teens Killed in Mock Automobile Crash
Part of Every 15 Minutes Program at Rim High
By Michael P. Neufeld

Next Thursday several teenagers will die in a staged automobile collision at Rim High School during the presentation of the Every 15 Minutes program.
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Pet Squad Rummage Sale Offers Unique Items (Update)
Goal Is to Raise Assistance Funds
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Pet Squad will be staging a Mountain Pets Rummage Sale on Saturday, May 17 at the corner of Highway 18 and Kuffel Canyon Road in Skyforest and the group will be offering some unique items donated by mountain residents.
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Blue Jay Traffic Project Starts TOMORROW
Caltrans Launches Highway 189 Improvements
By Michael P. Neufeld

TOMORROW, Caltrans will begin a 20-day project that will make changes to the traffic flow on Highway 189 through the Blue Jay business district including installation of flashing beacons at both ends of the crosswalk, lighted islands at the crosswalk and improved turning elements.
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New Search Fails to Locate Man Over Side (Update)
Full Response bvy Emergency Crews
By Michael P. Neufeld

An additional search Saturday failed to locate any sign of a man over the side of the mountain near the Crestline Bridge. Authorities now believe it was an apparent false alarm based on mistaken informaton.
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ConcertMaster Series Features Tenor Jonathan Mack
May 18 at Lake Arrowhead Country Club
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Arrowhead Arts Association will present the final performance of this year's ConcertMaster Series at the Lake Arrowhead Country Club on Sunday, May 18 featuring tenor Jonathan Mack.
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Grow Your Business Green Workshop
Tips on Waste Reduction and Recycling
By Michael P. Neufeld

Local businesses are invited to a free workshop on Tuesday, May 20 that is designed to reduce their carbon footprint and possibly make some green while they're at it!
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Wildfire Preparedness Day May 31
Agencies On hand to Assist Homeowners
By Michael P. Neufeld

On May 31, San Bernardino mountain residents are invited to Fire Preparedness Day starting at 10 a.m. Parking is available at Grandview Elementary School in Twin Peaks.
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Hunt for Coyote Continues (Update)
One Animal Confirmed Killed
By Michael P. Neufeld

California Department of Fish and Game officials are continuing their search for the coyote that attacked a two-year-old Lake Arrowhead girl on Tuesday. Officials confirm at least one coyote has been killed.
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Young Americans Headline Two Concerts
Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center
By Michael P. Neufeld

Big Bear's Caitlyn Barney will be appearing later this month on the stage of the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center (PAC) when The Young Americans present a double performance on Saturday, May 24.
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Caltrans To Unveil New Bridge for Big Bear Dam
Final Community Meeting on Road Work
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Big Bear Dam Bridge replacement project is back on track and will be one of the topics at the Tuesday (May 13) Caltrans Community Meeting to begin at 6 p.m. at the Big Bear Lake Civic Center (Hofert Hall).
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A Tribute To My Mother...and Yours!
By Michael P. Neufeld

On Mother's Day 2008, I want to pay tribute to My Mom and Mothers everywhere because I realize that as a child gets bigger, taller and older nothing changes because in a Mom's heart it doesn't mean a thing
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Small Vegetation Fire Near Jenks Lake Controlled (Update 3)
By News Staff Member

Firefighters responded to a vegetation fire off Jenks Lake West in the Barton Flats area. The fire was contained at 3:05 p.m. Thursday.
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Coyote Attack Victim Released from Hospital (Update)
COPS Distributet Coyote Warnings
By Michael P. Neufeld

A 2-year-old Lake Arrowhead girl was released from the hospital late Wednesday after suffering bite wounds May 6 when a coyote attacked her in front yard of a residence in the 28700 block of Laurel Drive.
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Do Not Feed Wildlife!
Fish and Game Reminder
By Michael P. Neufeld

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Water Conservation Topic of Calendar Contest
Lake Arrowhead Community Services District
By Michael P. Neufeld

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Marijuana Grow Uncovered in Cedarpines Park
58 Plants Seized as Investigation Continues
By G.T. Houts

An alert San Bernardino County Sheriff's spotted several marijuana plants on the front porch of a residence in the 21500 Block of Sawpit Canyon Road in Cedarpines Park that led to the eventual seizure of 58 plants.
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Economic Stimulus Payments Schedule
News Release From the Internal Revenue Service
By News Staff Member

Starting in late April, the Treasury began sending economic stimulus payments to more than 130 million households.
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Business Property Statements Due May 7
Also Deadline for Vessel Property Statements
By Michael P. Neufeld

Mountain business owners are reminded that May 7 was the deadline to file a business property statement to avoid a 10 percent penalty. It was also the deadline for submitting vessel property statements.
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Caltrans Held Crestline Community Meeting
San Moritz Lodge
By Michael P. Neufeld

Caltrans invited Crestline and other mountain residents to participate in a special community meeting to update the public about upcoming roadwork. The meeting was held May 7 at the San Moritz Lodge.
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HERSTORY Luncheon to Saluted Big Bear Woman
Status of Women Awards Luncheon
By Michael P. Neufeld

Carol Mulvihill from Union Bank in Big Bear was honored May 7 during the San Bernardino County Commission on the Status of Women's Annual Herstory Luncheon and Awards presentation at the San Bernardino Hilton.
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Deputy Pleads Not Guilty to Extortion Charge (Update)
John Thomas Laurent On Administrative Leave
By G.T. Houts

Sheriff's Deputy John Thomas Laurent was arraigned May 7 on a charge of attempted extortion and entered a plea of not guilty.
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Poll Workers Needed for June 3 Primary
Deadline Set for May 19
By Michael P. Neufeld

The San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters needs people in the mountain communities willing to serve as poll workers during the Tuesday, June 3 Statewide Primary election.
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CHP Urges Motorcyclists to Drive Defensively
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
By Michael P. Neufeld

"May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in California," according to California Highway Patrol spokesperson Gary Fernandez. "Last year, we had five motorcycle fatalities on our mountain roads and one already this year and all were related to driver error and/or driving at unsafe speeds."
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Trial of Cedar Glen Bookkeeper Delayed (Update)
New Deputy District Attorney Appointed
By G.T. Houts

The trial of a Cedar Glen bookkeeper charged with 77 counts ranging from fraud to obtain insurance at a reduced rate and grand theft of property over $400 has been delayed again.
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How To Escape A Cult
By Scott Straley

Many of you have probably faced this. A friend or coworker suddenly takes an increased interest in you and your goals and dreams. He or she begins to sound like your biggest supporter. After a few weeks or months of being supportive they hit you with the line, "I think you have an amazing future ahead of you. I think you just need to get the motivation and focus to step into it. I went to this training and it literally changed my life. It was by far one of the top three experiences of my life. And, I think it would be perfect for you to check out."

CHP Children’s Book Drive Ends
Running Springs Office Collecting Items
By Michael P. Neufeld

The California Highway Patrol in Running Springs is just one of the agencies collecting new and gently used children's books as part of the 7th Annual Cesar E. Chavez Children's Book Drive. The drive ended May 5.
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Getting Ready to Rumble!
Caltrans Project Nears Completion
By Michael P. Neufeld

For the past couple of weeks, a Caltrans contractor has been refurbishing the rumble strips on a 7-mile stretch of Highway 18 from the Crestline Bridge to just above Lower Waterman Canyon Road. The work is expected to be completed this week.
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Crews Clearing Rocks in Arctic Circle
Beware of the Nighttime Cone Zone
By Michael P. Neufeld

Caltrans crews are continuing to work each night through Thursday to clear rocks in the Artic Circle area of Highway 18 and motorists are urged to use caution when driving in the region.
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Big Bear City Man Arrested for Mayhem (Update)
Transferred to State Prison on Monday
By G.T. Houts

A 32-year-old Big Bear City resident has been arrested on charges of mayhem, domestic battery and possession of a controlled substance. He has now been transferred to state prison.
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Etched in Stone
By Dave Henderson

Saturday I took a pilgrimage to Fontana. This weekend, the City of Fontana is hosting a display of the Moving Wall, a traveling half-scale version of the Viet Nam Memorial Wall in Washington DC.
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Avoid the Cinco de Mayo DUI Task Force
Don't Drink and Drive
By Michael P. Neufeld

Avoid the 25 DUI Campaign is deploying special overtime patrols this weekend to stop and arrest impaired drivers celebrating Cinco de Mayo around the region.
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Operation Provider Spring Makeover Held
Dinner and Fund-Raiser
By Michael P. Neufeld

The 4th Annual Spring Makeover took center stage at the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa at 4 p.m. May 4 with Operation Provider the beneficiary of the fund-raising event.
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Sample Ballots Are In the Mail!
June 3 Primary Election Materials
By Michael P. Neufeld

Mountain residents will soon be receiving the San Bernardino County sample ballot booklets for the upcoming June 3 statewide Primary Election.
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County Supervisors Saluted by WeTip
Awards to Gonzales and Mitzelfelt
By Michael P. Neufeld

Two members of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors collected awards from WeTip during the group's National Conference in Ontario.
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Potential School Budget Cuts No Masquerade
Rim High PTSA Plans A Party
By Michael P. Neufeld

Members of the Rim High School PTSA (Parent-Teachers-Student Association) are organizing a "different" kind of fund-raiser on Saturday, May 31—a Mardi Gras Style Masquerade Party at Lake Arrowhead Country Club.
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Running Springs Home Tour (Update)
Chamber of Commerce Event
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Third Annual Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce Home Tour will be held TODAY starting at 10 a.m. at the Hootman Senior Center.
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Free Backyard Composting Workshop
Solid Waste Management Division Program
By Michael P. Neufeld

Mountain area residents are invited to go green and participate in a Composting Workshop being held May 3 at Roxanna's Garden in Crestline.
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Memorial Highway Now Honors Fallen Marine (Update)
First Lieutenant Jared M. Landaker
By Michael P. Neufeld

A 10-mile stretch of Highway 38 is now the First Lieutenant Jared M. Landaker Memorial Highway.
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Emergency Alert Sirens to Sound
Scheduled the First Saturday of Each Month
By Michael P. Neufeld

A full volume test of the four Big Bear Valley Emergency Alert System (EAS) sirens will be conducted at 12 noon May 3.
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Caltrans Road Work Meeting in Running Springs
Update on Roadwork on Mountain Roadways
By Michael P. Neufeld

Caltrans invites mountain residents to participate in the May 1 meeting in Running Springs to update the public on upcoming roadwork that will impact commuters, tourists and local traffic.
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SLOW DOWN On Mountain Roads
Safe Roads Committee Campaign
By Michael P. Neufeld

Motorists in the mountain communities are urged to SLOW DOWN on local roadways to help reduce the number of traffic fatalities. The campaign was launched yesterday by the Safe Roads Committee.
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Date Set for Pinecones and Pineapples Fund-raiser
Mountain Community Scholarship Event
By Michael P. Neufeld

The date has been set for the 2008 edition of Pinecones & Pineapples—July 13—to raise money for California State University, San Bernardino scholarships under the Mountain Community Scholarship Committee.
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Total Meltdown on Highway 330 (Update)
A Real Scoop for ROTW
By Michael P. Neufeld

It was a total meltdown on Highway 330 this morning and a Rocky Road for motorists near the City Creek Ranger Station as a truck carrying 5-gallon containers of ice cream began losing a portion of its load.
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Students Gather on National Day of Prayer
Offer Prayers at County Government Center
By Michael P. Neufeld

About 40 young people gathered on the lawn of the San Bernardino County Government Center in Twin Peaks during their lunchtime to offer prayers on the National Day of Prayer.
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Juveniles Arrested For Arson In San Bernardino
Press Release from the San Bernardino City Police Department
By News Staff Member

On Sunday, April 27, 2008, at approximately 5 p.m., the San Bernardino Police Department's patrol helicopter, AIR1, was on a proactive patrol when the flight crew observed smoke coming from the area of East Hardt Street and South Tippecanoe Avenue, in San Bernardino.
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Explorer Program Holds First Session
Applications Now Available
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Big Bear Sheriff's Station held its first Explorer Program meeting April 30.
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Big Bear Sheriffs Station Newest Discussion Board
Introduced by RIMOFTHEWORLD.net
By Michael P. Neufeld

RIMOFTHEWORLD.net has introduced the newest discussion board under Emergency Services—Big Bear Sheriff's Station.
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Lake Gregory Self Storage Mixer (Update)
Crestline Chamber of Commerce Event
By Michael P. Neufeld

Lake Gregory Self Storage had a Crestline Chamber of Commerce Mixer last night including a barbecue, ribbon cutting and presentation of a resolution from Assemblyman Anthony Adams.
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Rumble Strips Being Refurbished on Highway 18 (Update)
Slow for the Cone Zone
By Michael P. Neufeld

Caltrans crews are refurbishing the rumble strips on the centerline of Highway 18 from the Crestline Bridge (18/138) to just above Lower Waterman Canyon Road. Completion of the project is expected in a few days.
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Gas Leak In Lake Arrowhead Capped (Update 3)
Anxious Moments Until Gas Company Arrival
By Michael P. Neufeld

The San Bernardino County Fire Department reports the gas leak in the 400 block of South Grass Valley Road in Lake Arrowhead has been capped.
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Hansberger Presents Occupancy Tax Check
Lake Arrowhead Chamber of Commerce the Recipient
By Michael P. Neufeld

San Bernardino County Supervisor Dennis Hansberger has presented a check for $132,544 to the Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce to promote tourism and recreation.
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Crestline Boat Takes A First Place Trophy
61st Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race
By Michael P. Neufeld

Attitude Adjustment 2 with several Crestline residents onboard, not only participated in the 61st Newport to Ensenada International yacht race, but also beat wicked winds to win a coveted first place trophy.
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Arrowhead Fire Video (Update 1)
By Scott Straley

Raw video from the Arrowhead Fire
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Bank Of America Is Unethical
By Scott Straley

Go ahead. Sue me, Bank of America. You're unethical. However, I'm certain there is a bank criticism fee I'm going to have to pay.
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Defending the Caveman in Big Bear
Performing Arts Center Foundation Presentation
By Michael P. Neufeld

Defending the Caveman, a blend of stand-up comedy, lecture and therapy session, took to the stage at the Big Bear Performing Arts Center (PAC) April 30.
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Injured Hang Glider Pilot Extracted (Update 3)
Aircraft Went Down Near Highway 330
By Michael P. Neufeld

The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department extracted the unidentified pilot of a downed hang glider about three miles from Heaps Peak. The pilot sustained minor injuries.
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Lawn Mower Spark Ignites Arrowhead Fire (Update 4)
Blaze Near Wildwood Dog Park
By Michael P. Neufeld

The 5-acre Arrowhead Fire near Highway 18 and the Wildwood Dog Park was declared fully contained at 7 p.m. yesterday. A spark from a riding lawn mower apparently started the blaze.
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Smoke Advisory In Effect for San Bernardino Mountains
Avoid Unnecessary Outdoor Activities
By Michael P. Neufeld

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) has issued another smoke advisory today for portions of the San Bernardino Mountains.
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Full Response to Manzanita Fire (Update 5)
Quickly Knocked Down by Firefighters
By Michael P. Neufeld

Air attack units combined with ground crews quickly knocked down a 1-2 acre fire off Highway 330 near the middle passing lane Saturday afternoon. Forest Service Road 1N09 is closed for the season.
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Ambassadors Delight Rim High Audience
Boys and Girls Club HEROES Deserve Rematch
By Michael P. Neufeld

The laughs, applause and smiles told the story Sunday night when the Harlem Ambassadors played a benefit basketball game at Rim High School in Blue Jay against the Boys & Girls Club HEROES.
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Pianist Appears at ConcertMaster Series
International Piano Virtuoso Alan Gampel.
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Arrowhead Arts Association presented the second ConcertMaster Series performance at the Lake Arrowhead Country Club April 27 featuring international piano virtuoso Alan Gampel.
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Actor Chris McDonald Coaches Heroes
Benefit Basketball Game April 27
By Michael P. Neufeld

Actor Chris McDonald has been named Honorary Coach of the Boys & Girls Club HEROES when they faced off April 27 against the internationally acclaimed Harlem Ambassadors at Rim High School.
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Meals On Wheels Spaghetti Dinner
Twin Peaks Senior Center
By Michael P. Neufeld

Mountain Meals on Wheels invites residents to participate in their annual fund-raising Spaghetti Dinner April 27 starting at 4 p.m. at the Twin Peaks Senior Center.
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Dave's Picks
Best Businesses
By Dave Henderson

The other evening I attended a Chamber of Commerce mixer at the Lake Arrowhead Country Club. I stood in the dining area looking out the windows at the stunning beauty of the fairways and its mountain backdrop.
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Fishing Derby Opened Lake Gregory Season
Complex Opens Saturday at 7 a.m.
By Michael P. Neufeld

Lake Gregory Regional Park opened yesterday and the Crestline Chamber of Commerce hosted its first Trout Fishing Derby.
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Be On the Lookout for Mountain Lions
Word of Caution from Sheriff's Department
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Twin Peaks Sheriff's Station reminds parents and local residents to be on the lookout for mountain lions with warmer weather approaching.
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Rebuilding Day Brings Smiles to Homeowners
Mini-Makeovers for Five Homes TODAY
By Michael P. Neufeld

The smiles of the five homeowners when the Rebuilding Together Mountain Communities volunteers finish the mini-makeovers of their homes TODAY will tell an important story about the efforts of skilled and non-skilled tradespeople.
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The Wounds Of Silence
By Scott Straley

Today is the National Day of Silence. It seems a bit counter-intuitive to try to bring attention to something by being silent. But, that's exactly what nearly half of a million middle school, high school, and college students are doing. The National Day of Silence was started in 1996 by University of Virginia student Maria Pulzetti as a grassroots effort to bring "attention to the silence faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people and their allies", according to event organizers from the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network and the United States Student Association.

Three Year Old Boy Located Safe
By Michael P. Neufeld

The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department has located a mising toddler after conducting a ground an aerial search for the three-year-old boy in the Valley of Enchantment area.
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Two Local Sex Offenders in Non-Compliance
By G.T. Houts

During a Megan's Law compliance check of 48 registered sex offenders, San Bernardino County Sheriff's deputies determined two individuals were in non-compliance with registration requirements.
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Fate of Bear Now Up to Predators in Action (Update)
911 Transcript Released by Authorities
By Michael P. Neufeld

State and county officials report the fate of Rocky, the five-year-old Grizzly bear involved in the fatal incident that killed 39-year-old Stephan Miller is now up to the victim's cousin who owns Predators in Action. Authorities also released the 911 transcripts to news media.
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Lake Arrowhead County Club Hosted Chinese Mixer
April Chamber of Commerce Get Together
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Lake Arrowhead Country Club staged a Chinese-themed mixer April 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. with the Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce.
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Hansberger Requests Forest Service Staffing Update
Letter to Forest Supervisor Jeanne Wade-Evans
By Michael P. Neufeld

Third District Supervisor Dennis Hansberger has raised concern over challenges facing the US Forest Service's San Bernardino National Forest, in staffing of its firefighting resources with qualified personnel for the coming fire season.
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RIMOFTHEWORLD.net Video Contest
By Scott Straley

On Saturday, April 19, 2008, RIMOFTHEWORLD.net gathered 25 entries for an online video contest. Now is your turn to vote on what video you would like to see on RIMOFTHEWORLD.net
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Hesperia Home Goes Up In Flames
Hydrants Rendered Useless Due to Theft
By VickiW

A home in the 19200 block of Yucca Street, Hesperia, was destroyed early Wednesday morning. Nearby hydrants were useless due to theft of brass nuts.
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Dinner and Auction Benefits Rebuilding Together (Update 2)
Rim O' the World Association of Realtors
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Annual Rebuilding Together benefit dinner, dance and auction sponsored by the Rim O' the World Association of Realtors raised several thousand dollars for the non-profit organization.
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Forest Service Open House
Sessions to Discuss Post Fire Fuels Reduction
By Michael P. Neufeld

A major fuels reduction project slated by the US Forest Service covering 27,600 acres including prescribed burns will be one of the topics of a community meeting in Running Springs Apr. 23rd.
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Fate of Bear That Killed Trainer Decided (Update 4)
By Michael P. Neufeld

The trainer at Predators In Action, a Big Bear wild animal compound, that died from injuries sustained during an attack by a Grizzly bear has been identified. The fate of the bear has now been determined.
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Bumper Sticker Burglar Sentencing Postponed (Update)
Daniel Evan Waddoups Accepts Plea Bargain
By G.T. Houts

The so-called Bumper Sticker Burglar Daniel Evan Waddoups, 31, was due to be sentenced Monday in San Bernardino Superior Court on one count of burglary.
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Vagos Motorcycle Gang Member Arrested
Charges Expected to be Filed Today
By G.T. Houts

The San Bernardino County District Attorney is expected to file charges against a 47-year-old member of the Vagos Motorcycle Gang today following his arrest Sunday in Big Bear.
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Big Bear Walk MS Attracts About 500 Participants (Update)
One Destination. A World Free of MS
By Michael P. Neufeld

Big Bear Walk MS on Saturday allowed individuals and teams to join the movement to help bring the end of MS one step closer. Final results won't be in for a few days but organizers report a preliminary figure in excess of $36,000.
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Caltrans Delays Highway 18 Construction Project (Update)
Rumble Strips Being Refurbished
By Michael P. Neufeld

Caltrans has delayed a construction project to refurbish the rumble strips on the centerline of Highway 18 from the Crestline Bridge (18/138) to just above Lower Waterman Canyon Road for at least a week!
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Weather Halts Lone Pine Canyon Controlled Burns
Object to Decrease Wildfire Threat
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Lone Pine Canyon Fuels Treatment Project has been temporarily suspended due to weather conditions in the burn area.
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Tickets Still Available for Harlem Ambassadors (Update)
Save By Purchasing Advance Tickets
By Michael P. Neufeld

The internationally acclaimed Harlem Ambassadors will be visiting the San Bernardino Mountains for a benefit game at Rim of the World High School on April 27 at 7 p.m.
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Spring Art Show Ends
Presented by the Mountain Arts Network
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Mountain Arts Network (M.A.N) concluded the organization's Spring Group Show at the Burnt Mill Beach Club April 20 at 5 p.m.
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Captain Vance Tomaselli Memorial BBQ
Designed to Help Retire Huge Medical Expenses
By Michael P. Neufeld

Firefighters in Angelus Oaks held a Captain Vance Tomaselli Memorial BBQ at Fire Station 15 April 20 to help the family retire huge medical expenses.
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Habitat for Humanity Seeking Family
Informational Meeting Scheduled
By Michael P. Neufeld

If your family, or a family you know, is in need of affordable housing, Big Bear Valley Habitat for Humanity may have a solution. April 20 at 2.30 p.m., Habitat held an informational meeting for interested families at the Big Bear Presbyterian Church.
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RIMOFTHEWORLD.net Party A Success
Open House Held at Running Springs Headquarters
By Michael P. Neufeld

Several hundred people attended yesterday's RIMOFTHEWORLD.net Open House and Barbecue held at the Running Springs headquarters.
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Child Molesters Living in Day Care Centers (Update)
Assemblyman Adams Shocked by Audit
By Michael P. Neufeld

Assemblyman Anthony Adams (R-Hesperia) is shocked by an audit that shows 49 registered sex offenders living at 46 child day care facilities throughout the state including one in San Bernardino. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has pledged to prevent future occurances.
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RIMOFTHEWORLD.net Open House
By RIMOFTHEWORLD.net

RIMOFTHEWORLD.net cordially invites you to our Open House, barbecue, and Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting.
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Lone Pine Canyon Fuels Treatment Project - No New Burning Over Weekend
US Forest Service Press Release
By VickiW

The Front Country Ranger District resumed work on the Lone Pine Canyon fuels treatment project April 16.
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CDPH Warns Consumers Not To Eat Chaca Chaca Chacatrozo Candy
Press Release from the Food and Drug Administration
By VickiW

Dr. Mark Horton, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), warned consumers not to eat Chaca Chaca Chacatrozo candy imported from Mexico after tests by CDPH found levels of lead that could cause health problems.
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Grand Jury Applications Close
Deadline Was April 18
By Michael P. Neufeld

The San Bernardino County Superior Court has stopped looking for volunteers to serve on the 2008-2009 Grand Jury. Applications closed April 18.
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Mountain Top Hiking Club Schedules Events
Enjoy Hiking with Friends
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Mountain Top Hiking Club (MTHC) invites individuals interested in exploring the San Bernardino Mountains to join their upcoming events.
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Armchair Lawyers In The Information Age
By Scott Straley

Well, another day in cyberland yields more angry emails and threats. It's amazing how utterly uniformed people are on the law and technology. In the latest spate of emails, RIMOFTHEWORLD.net is being threatened to be sued if we don't remove any references to a certain person. Well, let me let you read it for yourself...

Fraudulent Grand Jury Summons Contains Malware
Press Release from Federal Bureau of Investigation
By VickiW

The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) warns consumers of recently reported spam e-mail containing a fraudulent subpoena notifying recipients they are commanded to appear and testify before a Grand Jury.
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Getting Ready for Kindergarten
Orientation TONIGHT
By Michael P. Neufeld

All three Bear Valley Unified School District elementary schools held kindergarten orientation for parents on April 17.
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Rollout Begins for Disaster Response Trailers (Update)
Community Emergency Response Team Facilities
By Michael P. Neufeld

A Disaster Preparedness and Response Trailer will be rolled into Big Bear City for utilization by the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) in the next few days. Supervisors rolled out the first unit earlier this week.
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Connection to Cruise Hosted Chamber Mixer
Thursday at The Bus Stop
By Michael P. Neufeld

CONNECTION to CRUISE (CTC) played host to the Running Springs Chamber of Commerce's April 17 Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. The event was staged at The Bus Stop at 32150 Hilltop Boulevard.
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Family Claims Cremated Remains
Urns Located Near Highway 330
By Michael P. Neufeld

The San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner put out a request for assistance from the public in finding family members to claim the cremated remains of a couple found recently by hikers at the base of the San Bernardino Mountains near Highway 330.
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Twenty Unlocked Cars Targeted by Thieves (Update 2)
Additional Burglary Reports Filed
By G.T. Houts

To date, 20 unlocked cars in residential neighborhoods have been the target of thieves with additional owners reporting losses to the Twin Peaks Sheriff's station.
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Contractors Honor Assemblyman Paul Cook
Legislator of the Year
By Michael P. Neufeld

Assemblyman Paul Cook (R-Yucca Valley) has been honored as the Legislator of the Year by the Associated Builders and Contractors of California.
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Senior Nutrition, After School Care and Literacy Programs Funded
Community Development Block Grant Allocations
By Michael P. Neufeld

Senior nutrition, after school care, and literacy programs were among those funded in Second District Supervisor Paul Biane's service area under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
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Supervisor Hansberger Testifies in Sacramento
Seeking Relief for Arrowhead Manor Water Company
By Michael P. Neufeld

Supervisor Dennis Hansberger was in Sacramento yesterday to testify before the Assembly Local Government Committee seeking relief for Arrowhead Manor Water Company in Cedar Glen.
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YOU'RE INVITED To Our Party
By Michael P. Neufeld

Scott, Dave, Vicki and Mike invite you to a special RIMOFTHEWORLD.net Party this Saturday from noon to 4 p.m.
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Council Committee Evaluates Green Sustainability Efforts
City of Big Bear Lake News Release
By Michael P. Neufeld

In early 2007, the City Council appointed a Green Sustainability Efforts Committee to examine the City's current green practices and those possible for the future. The committee then makes recommendations to the full Council.
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Arraignment on Forgery Charges Held (Update 2)
Deputies Make Arrest
By G.T. Houts

A 44-year-old San Bernardino resident was arraigned yesterday on a dozen felony charges relating to her arrrest for alledged forgery and check fraud.
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Carpenter Allegedly Steals Building Materials
Arrowbear Lake Man Arrested
By G.T. Houts

A 49-year-old carpenter from Arrowbear Lake is in custody today after he and an alleged accomplice reportedly stole over $3,000 worth of building materials.
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Feinstein Requests New Forest Service Report (Update)
Forest Service Will Reply
By Michael P. Neufeld

Senator Dianne Feinstein has sent a strongly worded letter to the US Forest Service requesting a detailed plan to address serious staffing shortages in the agency's firefighting corps in the San Bernardino National Forest. The Fortest Service has promised a reply.
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And the Awards Goes To…
Film Festival Honors Filmmakers
By Michael P. Neufeld

The feature film Greetings from the Shore won Best-of-the-Best honors at the recently completed Lake Arrowhead Film Festival.
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Counterfeit Bill Suspect Due in Court (Update)
Deputies Arrest Alleged Suspect
By G.T. Houts

A man who allegedly passed counterfeit bills at a Mexican restaurant in Big Bear City is due in court for araignment Monday.
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Star-Studded Gala Awards Event
Lake Arrowhead Film Festival
By Michael P. Neufeld

The four searchlights in front of the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa Friday night served notice that something special was taking place during the Lake Arrowhead Film Festival's Gala Awards Dinner.
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Ski Season Ends
Bear Mountain and Snow Summit Closed
By Michael P. Neufeld

Bear Mountain and Snow Summit Resorts will close for the season at 4 p.m. yesterday.
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Film Festival Gets Gold Star for Helping Touch of Home
Agency Needs $ 20,000 for Postage
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Lake Arrowhead Film Festival earned a gold star when it invited Touch of Home to set up a display and receive a portion of ticket sales at a Saturday showing to help raise $20,000 for postage to send donated items to deployed troops.
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Salmonella Illnesses in Multiple States Possibly Linked To Recalled Cereal
Press Release From Food and Drug Administration
By News Staff Member

Malt-O-Meal announced that it is voluntarily recalling its unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat Cereals because they may have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
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Firefighters Flipped for MS
Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Big Bear City Professional Firefighters Association flipped pancakes April 12 at the Big Bear City Fire Station (301 West Big Bear Boulevard) to benefit MS.
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Then She Found Me Plays to SRO Crowd
Film Festival Continues Through April 13
By Michael P. Neufeld

The Lake Arrowhead Film Festival kicked-off last night with actress Helen Hunt's directorial debut, Then She Found Me playing to an SRO crowd in the Acorn Theater.
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Plane Crash Under Investigation (Update 2)
Dean William Carson
By Michael P. Neufeld

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) began their investigation yesterday near Butler Peak into the plabe crash that killed 52-year-old Dean William Carson.
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Tree Prevents Plunge Off Lake Gregory Drive
Driver Airlifted to Loma Linda University Medical Center
By Michael P. Neufeld

The driver of a late model Jeep Wrangler was airlifted to Loma Linda University Medical Center Thursday evening but the transport wasn't necessary because of injuries sustained when his vehicle came in contact with a large tree.
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June Lockhart: Lifetime Achievement Award
Lake Arrowhead Film Festival
By Michael P. Neufeld

Tonight at the Lake Arrowhead Film Festival, June Lockhart will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award not far from where she grew up in Lake Arrowhead.
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Big Rig Accident Kills Driver
Highway 138 at Interstate 15
By Michael P. Neufeld

The 50-year-old driver of a big rig was killed Wednesday morning at the intersection of Highway 138 and Interstate 15 in the Cajon Pass.
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Commuter Alert: South Bound I-15 at Foothill Boulevard Closed
Chain-Reaction Accident Closes Interstate
By VickiW

The California Highway Patrol has advised that a multiple car collision occurred at Southbound I-15 and Foothill Boulevard.
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Community Blood Drive Draws A Crowd
Stater Bros Parking Lot
By Michael P. Neufeld

Donors Gave Hope. Gave Life. Gave Blood during the community blood drive held yesterday in the Stater Bros. parking lot of Lake Arrowhead Village from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Shingle Roof to Soon Be History!
Rim of the World Historical Society Museum
By Michael P. Neufeld

It won't be long before the shingle roof on Old Fire Station #94 in Lake Arrowhead will be history thanks to action taken yesterday by the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors.
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THIS WEEK IS. . .
National Work Zone Awareness Week
By Michael P. Neufeld

National Work Zone Awareness Week started Monday along with several other special weeks including National Library, Garden, National Blue Ribbon, Explore Your Career Options, National Public Health and National Networking Week.
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Rim Students On Spring Break
Bear Valley Students Back In Class
By Michael P. Neufeld

Rim of the World Unified students are on spring break while Bear Valley Unified classes have resumed.
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Lights! Camera! Lake Arrowhead Film Festival!
April 10-13 at Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa
By Michael P. Neufeld

There will be plenty of action when you attend the Lake Arrowhead Film Festival April 10-13 at the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa. You're sure to see interesting films and passionate filmmakers and plenty of star power.
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Smoother Streets for Grass Valley Neighborhoods
Repairing Pot Holes, Sealing Creaks and Resurfacing Streets
By Michael P. Neufeld

Smoother streets are just ahead for five roads in the Grass Valley area of Lake Arrowhead thanks to the action of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors.
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Three Searchers Recover Body of Missing Hiker (Update 2)
Remote Area Near Green Valley Lake
By Michael P. Neufeld

Three Rim of the World Search and Rescue team recovered the body of missing hiker Dean Gordon Christy in a remote area north of Christy's Green Valley Lake cabin.
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Four EAS Sirens to Wail
Scheduled the First Saturday of Each Month
By Michael P. Neufeld

A full volume test of the four Big Bear Valley Emergency Alert System (EAS) sirens were conducted at 12 noon April 5.
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ReLeaf Volunteers Really Dig Seedlings
2008 Planting Season Ends
By Michael P. Neufeld

Some 25,000 seedlings are already in the ground under the Mountain Communities Wildfire ReLeaf program and the efforts of volunteers was so successful the April 12 scheduled planting has been cancelled.
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Charges Pending for Falsifying Ski Passes
Employee of Bear Mountain Resort
By G.T. Houts

Charges of falsifying ski passes are pending against a Bear Mountain Resort employee and an employee of a Big Bear Lake hotel following a two-week investigation.
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New Deputy Forest Supervisor Named
San Bernardino National Forest
By Michael P. Neufeld

Thomas F. Gillett has been selected as the new Deputy Forest Supervisor of the San Bernardino National Forest (NF).
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Spy Planes to Spot Marijuana
US Forest Services Purchase Two Drones
By G.T. Houts

Drones could soon be utilized to fly over marijuana grows in San Bernardino National Forest (SBNF) and relay information to law enforcement authorities.
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