Washington, DC….553 Newly Released CIA Documents Posted. In the third public release this year, the National Archives today posted 676 records subject to the President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992 (JFK Act). Last week, President Donald J. Trump ordered all remaining records governed by section 5 of the JFK Act be released to […]
Paris, France….Letter to the Editor of the Journal of Paris, 1784. “You often entertain us with accounts of new discoveries. Permit me to communicate to the public, through your paper, one that has lately been made by myself, and which I conceive may be of great utility. I was the other evening in a grand company, […]
Arnold, CA…Daylight savings time ends at 2:00 a.m. on November 5. So the sunrise will be at 6:32 am tomorrow morning. When you change your clocks, check your smoke alarms.
Sonora, CA…The Bret Harte Bullfrogs traveled to Sonora the Frogs ended up on the smaller side of of a 70-15 final score. Calaveras quieted the roar of the Linden Lions 49-0. Summerville rolled over Amador 35-10. Argonaut ended up on the south end of a non-conference game against Dixon 7-35
San Andreas, CA…California Gubernatorial Candidate Delaine Eastin will be the featured speaker at the Calaveras Democrats monthly meeting on November 13. Meeting time is 6:30 pm at the Calaveras County Public Library in San Andreas, with Eastin scheduled to speak at 6:45. It is recommended to arrive early, as seating is limited. “Calavera County may […]
Washington, DC…THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you very much. I’d like to thank the Republican members of the House Ways and Means Committee who are here today to discuss the incredible plan to cut taxes. Now, it’s reform and it’s lots of other things, but we’re cutting taxes. It’ll be the biggest tax cut in our […]
Murphys, CA…The Day of the Dead is a rain or shine event. We have had a lot of interest from visitors despite the prediction of lots of rain. Entertainment, vendors and food will be moving to the Native Sons Hall from the Park and the Procession to the Cemetery has been cancelled but, the show […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program is pleased to announce that Sheep Ranch resident Vicki Harrington has been named Mentor of the Month for November 2017. Vicki and her nine-year-old mentee Cris have been matched in the Mentoring Program for just over a year. “Vicki is an exceptional volunteer,” said Katie Lackler, coordinator of […]
Coulterville, CA…On Friday, November 3, 2017, at approximately 4:23 am, 22 year old Groveland resident, Lashawn Nolen II, was driving a 1992 Mazda Navajo, northbound on State Route 49, south of Crown Lead Road, at approximately 25-35 mph. For unknown reasons, Mr. Nolen allowed his vehicle to travel to the left over the solid double […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…Just after 3pm this afternoon CHP reported a vehicle vs tree collision near Michel Road & Mountain Ranch Road. Initially a medi-flight was requested and CHP was done but the patient was too severly injured to survive. Our thoughts and prayers are with another family who’s lives have taken a tragic turn for […]
Angels Camp & Sonora, CA….Experience the Magic of Christmas At Calaveras & Sonora Lumber Calaveras Lumber Co. is here to help you with all your home, garden, and construction needs. Whether you are a weekend warrior or a seasoned contractor, we have what you need to get the job done right, and expert staff to […]
San Andreas, CA…Yesterday, November 2nd 2017, Sheriff Rick DiBasilio presented several students from Valley Springs Elementary School, Avery Middle School and Michelson Elementary School with backpacks and school supplies as prizes. These students participated in the Sheriff’s Office third annual ‘Say No to Drugs’ Poster Contest that concluded last week coinciding with Red Ribbon Week. […]
Washington, DC…This week, the U.S. House of Representatives approved legislation to streamline environmental reviews of forest management practices on federally managed lands in order to enhance wildfire prevention efforts nationwide. H.R. 2936, also known as the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2017, is the latest bill introduced by Rep. Bruce Westerman (R-AR) to tackle wildfire […]
Washington, DC…Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis will embark on Sunday, Nov. 5, to re-affirm key partnerships and alliances in Europe. Secretary Mattis will begin his engagements with a meeting with the Northern Group, a multilateral forum of 12 countries, including the five Nordic countries (Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland, Norway), the three Baltic countries (Estonia, Latvia, […]
San Andreas, CA…No one was home when firefighters were called in the early morning Oct. 26 to extinguish a fire in a two-story residence at 211 W. St. Charles St. in Andreas. San Andreas Fire Protection District Chief Don Young was first to arrive after the fire was reported at 2:42 a.m. Young said he […]
Valley Springs, CA…CHP is reporting a non-injury collision near Hwy 26 & Driver Road. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00159 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr26 / Driver Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.139667 -120.865153 Close Detail Information 12:22 PM 3 [12] 1039 3A // SAM BERRI TOW// C# 33961 12:17 PM 2 [4] […]
Murphys, CA…Grab your umbrella and join us for this year’s Murphys Dia de los Muertos celebration on Saturday, November 4th, 2017 from 11-6. The party goes on rain or shine, but you’ll find the food, vendors, and entertainers at the Native Sons Hall at 389 Main Street instead of in the Park
Angels Camp, CA…The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county and location of the possible repairs. Weather […]
Washington, DC….Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 261,000 in October, and the unemployment rate edged down to 4.1 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Employment in food services and drinking places increased sharply, mostly offsetting a decline in September that largely reflected the impact of Hurricanes Irma and Harvey. In October, job […]
Coulterville, CA…CHP is reporting a solo vehicle rollover on Hwy 49 near Schilling Road. Incident is in clearing stages now but please use caution in the area… Incident: 00034 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr49 / Schilling Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.694764 -120.182822 Close Detail Information 6:48 AM 14 [22] 61-006 RDWY OPEN 6:13 AM […]
Murphys, CA…Presentation of new works all weekend at MCT. A writer learns best by handing over their work to a group of actors & watching them bring it to life on a stage before an audience. Murphys Creek Theatre is excited to present a three-day event of readings & development labs for emerging & seasoned […]
Murphys, CA…Come join us as businesses and tasting rooms in Murphys celebrate Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead on November 4th, 2017. Up and down Main Street you will find authentic cultural art, food, sugar skulls, face painters, live music and altars dedicated to those who have passed on. We at Newsome […]
Bear Valley, CA…From the National Weather Service for the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today Mostly sunny in the morning, then partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain in the afternoon. Highs 42 to 57 higher elevations…52 to 60 lower elevations. Prevailing southeast winds up to 10 mph shifting to the southwest in the […]
Coulterville, CA…CHP is reporting an injured cow on the right hand side of the roadway near hwy 49 and Penon Blanco. Please use caution in the are…. Incident: 00133 Type: Animal Hazard Location: Sr49 / Penon Blanco Rd Loc Desc: 1/2 MI JSO Lat/Lon: 37.736318 -120.230395 Close Detail Information 9:20 AM 2 [2] 1039 A/C […]
Angels Camp & Murphys, CA…For the best Deli Sandwiches in Calaveras County, come on in and treat yourself to the tastiest and freshest ‘made with love’ deli sandwiches around. Angels Food Deli, Text your order to 209.753.7331 Or You may call your order in to 209.736.4243 ext 14. Sierra Hills Market Deli, Text your order […]