PURCHASE, N.Y. – December 26, 2017 – Mastercard SpendingPulse today reports that holiday sales increased 4.9 percent this year, setting a new record for dollars spent. This is the largest year-over-year increase since 2011 and a further indication of consumer confidence. Online shopping also saw large gains of 18.1 percent compared to 2016, boosted by […]
Arnold, CA…We stopped by Big Trees Fitness and Melissa Wagner told us about the SilverSneakers that Big Trees Fitness just qualified for. SilverSneakers is a complete program that is available to most seniors at no cost. SilverSneakers is a fitness program for adults 65+ comes free with qualifying health plans, giving you unlimited access to […]
Arnold, CA…We are providing a unique experience for our community to connect with local Artisans. Producing timeless, functional and Artful home décor is our passion and connecting the consumer directly to the artists is our commitment. “Creative Rustic Elegance” Ethos
Vallejo , CA…On behalf of the men and women of CHP – Golden Gate Division, I wish to express my immense gratitude for the tremendous outpouring of support from the communities we serve and allied agencies that we serve alongside. We thank each and everyone of you for your thoughts and prayers for Officer Andrew […]
San Andreas, CA…Traffic Update…Hyundai Over An Embankment Near Pool Station Rd / Church Hill St. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00047 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Pool Station Rd / Church Hill St Loc Desc: JSO Lat/Lon: 38.180089 -120.681843 Close Detail Information 7:08 AM 2 [3] PER RP POSS NOT VIS FRM RDWY […]
San Andreas, CA…From the Calaveras Sheriff’s Department…”Today our Sheriff’s Deputies and Explorers completed the weekend of gift giving with this young boy who recently lost his mother and sibling in a car accident. Deputies learned that the boy wanted a dinosaur for Christmas so they shopped for the biggest stuffed dinosaur they could find. A […]
West Point, CA…Earlier this afternoon a truck went off the roadway and a party was trapped in the vehicle near Higdon Rd / Sr26. The vehicle also struck and damaged a guide wire on a PG&E pole. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00181 Type: Trfc Collision-Major Inj Location: Higdon Rd / Sr26 Loc […]
West Palm Beach, FL…President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump’s 2017 Christmas Message
Sloughhouse, CA…Traffic Update….Gas Tanker Fire Now In Clearing Stages on Hwy 16. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00089 Type: Car Fire Location: Sr16 / Copper Hill Rd Loc Desc: SR16 NEAR CL Lat/Lon: 38.483958 -121.007467 Close Detail Information 8:44 AM 19 [39] TRANS’D CALIFORNIA STATE WARNING CENTER TO CAMINO FIRE / WANT TO […]
Santa Clara, CA…Jaguars vs. 49ers NFL Week 16 Game Highlights As Jimmy G Era Becomes Real
Arlington, VA…Underground settings are becoming increasingly relevant to global security and safety. Rising populations and urbanization are requiring military and civilian first responders to perform their duties below ground in human-made tunnels, underground urban spaces, and natural cave networks. Recognizing that innovative, enhanced technologies could accelerate development of critical lifesaving capabilities, DARPA today announced its […]
Colorado Springs, CO…NORAD started the tradition after a local store’s advertisement for kids to call Santa on a special “hotline” included a misprinted telephone number. Instead of reaching Mr. Kris Kringle, the number put kids through to the CONAD Commander-in-Chief’s operations “hotline.” The Director of Operations, Colonel Harry Shoup, received the first “Santa” call and […]
“Science without religion is lame, religion without science is blind.” Albert Einstein
West Palm Beach, FL….President Trump participates in a Christmas Eve video teleconference with members of the military.
Soulsbyville, CA…CHP is reporting that a passenger has suffered major injuries after jumping from a vehicle on Soulsbyville Road. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00452 Type: Trfc Collision-Major Inj Location: 19980 Soulsbyville Rd Loc Desc: X COMMUNITY DRIVE Lat/Lon: 37.984255 -120.263880 Close Detail Information 7:53 PM 3 [12] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1179-Trfc […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced that he has granted 132 pardons and 19 commutations. Individuals who have been convicted of a crime in California may apply to the Governor for a pardon. Those granted pardons all completed their sentences and the majority were convicted of drug-related or other nonviolent crimes. Pardons are […]
Murphys, CA…Join us for our Christmas Eve service to celebrate Jesus’ birth!
Valley Springs, CA…Join us in celebrating our Savior’s birth on our very special Christmas Eve Communion Candlelight Service from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dec. 24.
Arnold, CA…From reader Lisa Kramer-Leggett..”Hi Pinetree, can you please help me spread the word, this young Great Dane has been loose in Arnold, Meadowmont neighborhood (near the market) this morning, we have him on a leash because we don’t want him to get hurt. Has a collar, but no tags. We’re sure he’s people must […]
Bear Valley, CA…Bear Valley Mountain is now open for 7 Day a week operations. The snowmaking team has been hard at work building the snow base. In addition to the base and beginner areas, the snowmaking is focused on Mokelumne West and getting a run off the top of the mountain open as soon as […]
San Andreas, CA…It’s that time again! As Californians get ready for holiday travel, the California Highway Patrol is set to begin its Christmas Maximum Enforcement Period. The holiday enforcement effort is designed to help ensure the safety of the motoring public during a time when celebrations are in full swing. During this period, all available […]
Bear Valley, CA…Bear Valley Mountain opens for 7 Day a week operations today. The snowmaking team has been hard at work building the snow base and cold weather patterns should continue to support high snowmaking production levels. In addition to the base and beginner areas, the snowmaking is focused on Mokelumne West and getting a […]
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Ever since we opened our first store in Downtown Sonora, our goal has been the same. To provide our customers with high quality, innovative outdoor products, priced so you can spend more time using your gear than paying for it. At SNAC, you’ll find affordable clothing and gear to outfit yourself […]
Sonora, CA…CHP is reporting a vehicle ran a red light, hit the reporting party and has fled the scene. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00126 Type: Hit and Run No Injuries Location: Greenley Rd / Cabezut Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.985638 -120.367092 Close Detail Information 9:04 AM 2 [11] VEH RAN THE RED […]
Santa Barbara, CA…The Thomas Fire is now the largest fire in California history and will still add to its’ mind boggling size before it is completely controlled. Those who lived through and covered the Rim fire and saw first hand how massive a fire that size is the sheer scope of what they have been […]
Washington, DC…This week, House Republicans proposed $81 billion in disaster relief through H.R. 4667 for areas hit by hurricanes and wildfires, the largest standalone aid bill in recent years. Initially believed to be attached to a Continuing Resolution (CR), the stopgap funding measure was kept separate from H.R. 4667, the disaster supplemental bill, after a […]
Sacramento, CA…On Wednesday, Senator Ricardo Lara (D-Bell Gardens) joined local leaders, including Placer County Supervisor Jennifer Montgomery, to introduce the Wildfire Safety and Recovery Act, legislation aimed at helping California adapt to the “new normal” of extreme wildfire risk, keeping people and homes safe, and ensuring an ongoing strong market for insurers. California residents impacted […]
Arnold, CA…Your Future Treasures Await at Purchase The Past
Bear Valley, CA…Paul Says Santa’s Helpers have been working hard to put together some activities for Christmas weekend: Saturday (12/23) and Sunday (12/24), Tubing will be offered for 1 hour sessions from 9am to 4pm, Snowshoeing/Snow Biking on a nice selection of packed meadow trails (trail pass required) from 9am to 4:30pm, Morning Holiday Ice […]
Bear Valley, CA…Opening Day 12/23! 4 inches of snow last night, cold temps and we are thrilled to announce that we will be opening this Saturday, December 23rd! Our snowmaking team has been hard at work building our snow base and cold weather patterns should continue to support high snowmaking production levels. In addition to […]
