$122,000.00 Donated to Butte Fire Relief

$122,000.00 Donated to Butte Fire Relief

COUNTYWIDE – Calaveras Recovers, a long-term relief organization helping survivors of the 2015 Butte Fire, has received a generous, $22,000 donation from the congregation of Good Samaritan Community Covenant Church of Valley Springs. Another anonymous donor also privately contributed $100,000. “We studied and prayed where we should put our money,” said Jeff Jolliff, church Executive […]

Valley Springs News Awarded County Legal Notice Contract! County Legal Notices Coming To ThePineTree.net

Valley Springs News Awarded County Legal Notice Contract!  County Legal Notices Coming To ThePineTree.net

Valley Springs, CA…(Editor’s Note: ThePineTree.net will be working with The Valley Springs news to provide county legal notices to as wide of an audience as possible. We would like to congratulate the Valley Springs News on being awarded the contract and we are pleased to be able to provide additional exposure for the notices. The […]

Murphys Student Part of Cal Poly Student Chapter’s Winning Streak

Murphys Student Part of Cal Poly Student Chapter’s Winning Streak

San Luis Obispo, CA…For the third year running, Cal Poly’s Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) club reigns as the best in the west. Cal Poly was awarded the Student Chapter of the Year award at the ITE Western District Annual Meeting held July 10-13 in Albuquerque, N.M. Murphys resident and Cal Poly civil engineering student, […]

‘Melon Mania at the Square’ Coming to Copperopolis Sunday, September 4

‘Melon Mania at the Square’ Coming to Copperopolis Sunday, September 4

Copperopolis, CA…Copperopolis Town Square – the Castle & Cooke California-owned events, shopping and entertainment gathering place in Calaveras County – will host “Melon Mania at The Square” Sunday, Sept. 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Special guests Brian Jirka & The Cabby Band will play live music throughout this first-annual event celebrating the 2016 […]

Local Smiles, Service & Savings From Sonora Ford!

Local Smiles, Service & Savings From Sonora Ford!

Sonora, CA…We have a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing! If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on CarFinder, fill out the form, […]

Fuel Your Labor Day Fun With $14.99 Propane Exchange Tanks From Calaveras Lumber

Fuel Your Labor Day Fun With $14.99 Propane Exchange Tanks From Calaveras Lumber

Angels Camp, CA…It is summer and grilling, camping & all your outdoor activities are in high gear. Calaveras Lumber in Angels Camp now has one of the lowest prices anywhere on propane exchange tanks. Simple, fast, safe & efficient. Stop by their home improvement store in Angels Camp and they will have you fueled up […]

Treasurer, Elected Leaders, Parents, Civil Rights and Community Groups Call on Gov. Brown to Sign Bill that Protects Students at Charter Schools

Treasurer, Elected Leaders, Parents, Civil Rights and Community Groups Call on Gov. Brown to Sign Bill that Protects Students at Charter Schools

Sacramento, CA…Lack of accountability and transparency at California charter schools is hurting our kids. That was the underlying sentiment shared on a media teleconference call today that included California State Treasurer John Chiang, Assembly Member Mike Gipson (D-Carson), Los Angeles Unified School District School Board Vice President Dr. George McKenna, Anaheim Unified School High School […]

Willow Fire Update From Cal Fire

Willow Fire Update From Cal Fire

San Andreas, CA…On Sunday, August 28, 2016, the Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit of CAL FIRE responded to the Willow Fire in San Andreas, California. Through the combined efforts of local, federal and state firefighters, law enforcement cooperators, and the public, the fire was contained that same day at 450 acres. Of note, residents in the Willow Creek […]

VOTE NO on “Measure D” It’s claim to “Control Commercial Cannabis Cultivation in Calaveras” is deceptive!

VOTE NO on “Measure D” It’s claim to “Control Commercial Cannabis Cultivation in Calaveras” is deceptive!

Angels Camp, CA…Why Vote No on D when it offers “Control for Commercial Cannabis”? Simple — Measure D is a hastily and poorly written legislation. It lacks the necessary authority for law enforcement and code compliance to do their jobs! It is in conflict with current zoning law. It has a seriously flawed land-lease component. […]

“Pride In The Park” Will Be On September 3rd

“Pride In The Park” Will Be On September 3rd

Murphys, CA…The newly founded Tri-County LGBT Alliance is an LGBT community servicing the Tri-County (Calaveras, Amador, Tuolumne) area as well as Alpine Country. On Saturday, September 3rd from 10:00am – 8:00pm in Murphys Community Park the Alliance will host their inaugural Pride In The Park event. They invite all friends, family, community allies, and LGBT […]

Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad Through September 6th

Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad Through September 6th

Angels Camp & Murphys, CA…Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad Through August 9th. Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets have been part of the Calaveras community since 1935. High Quality, Great Customer Service and Great Hometown Prices. “We are dedicated to providing the best to our customers. ” – […]

President Obama’s Speech At 20th Lake Tahoe Summit

President Obama’s Speech At 20th Lake Tahoe Summit

Stateline, NV…THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Tahoe! This is really nice. I will be coming here more often. (Applause.) My transportation won’t be as nice — (laughter) — but I’ll be able to spend a little more time here. First of all, I want to thank Harry Reid. (Applause.) And because he’s a captive audience, he doesn’t […]

Covering President Obama’s Tahoe Summit Speech Today!

Covering President Obama’s Tahoe Summit Speech Today!

Arnold, CA….Since our President is close by today and we got accepted into the press pool for today we will be attempting to bring you photos and video of his visit and environmental speech.  He is scheduled to speak at the Tahoe Summit early this afternoon.

The Big Pre Labor Day Clearance Sale At SNAC Arnold

The Big Pre Labor Day Clearance Sale At SNAC Arnold

Take a look at some of the best deals of the summer on Select Used  Kayaks & plastic SUPs.  At these prices – they won’t last long! Select New Kayaks & SUPs on Sale for up to $300 off!  Get yourself a New High Performance Paddleboard or a 2016 Hobie Mirage Drive Pedal Kayak at […]

Arnold CHS Thrift Store’s Super Book Sale Thursday!!

Arnold CHS Thrift Store’s Super Book Sale Thursday!!

Arnold, CA…This week for our Super Sales Thursday is our Big Book Sale. Paperback Books 5 for $.99. Hardback Books 2 for $.99. Kids Books 3 for $.99. Stay posted on our Face Book Page! https://www.facebook.com/CHSThriftStores. Calaveras Humane Society Thrift Store! Super Sales Thursday Starts August 4th, 2016 We are a nonprofit Animal Rescue Organization […]

Safe Driving Classes Start Tomorrow!! Then September 1, 7 & 14

Safe Driving Classes Start Tomorrow!! Then September 1, 7 & 14

San Andreas, CA…FREE interactive safe driving awareness class for new drivers and their Parents/Guardians provided by the San Andreas CHP. MURPHYS, August 31, 2016, 6:30pm – 8:30pm, Murphys Fire Dept. SAN ANDREAS, September 1, 2016, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Mark Twain Hospital. COPPEROPOLIS, September 7, 2016, 6:30pm – 8:30pm, Copper Fire Dept. SAN ANDREAS, September 14, […]

Robbery Of Marijuana Plants In San Andreas

Robbery Of Marijuana Plants In San Andreas

San Andreas, CA…On 08-28-16 at 10:30 AM, Calaveras Sheriff’s deputies responded to the 3000 block of Central Hill Road in San Andreas to investigate a report of a brandishing of a firearm. The victim was approached by two adult suspects, one male and one female, who had parked their vehicle at the entrance to the […]

Battery Charges For Nevada Woman In Cat Fight

Battery Charges For Nevada Woman In Cat Fight

Angels Camp, CA…On August 27, 2016 at approximately 10:40 PM, officers from the Angels Camp Police Department were dispatched to a report of a female slapping another female in the face in the 100 block of Selkirk Ranch Road. Officers arrived and talked to both females separately. They both advised they were visiting the area […]

Avery Man Arrested On Drug Charges

Avery Man Arrested On Drug Charges

Angels Camp, CA…On August 30th, 2016 at approximately 2:15 AM an officer from the Angels Camp Police Department made a traffic stop on a vehicle towing a trailer, for faulty lighting on the trailer and improper mounting of a license plate. The driver of the vehicle advised the officer that his driver license is currently […]

21st Annual Logging Jamboree Is September 3rd At Sierra Nevada Logging Museum

21st Annual Logging Jamboree Is September 3rd At Sierra Nevada Logging Museum

Arnold, CA….21st Annual Logging Jamboree Is September 3rd At Sierra Nevada Logging Museum on Saturday of Labor Day weekend. Sept. 3rd. 9am to 5 pm. Logging competition: Practice for beginners at 9. Pros start at 12. Games for kids, great barbecue, tours, next to lake for kids. Entrance fee: Under 12 free, Adults $8 each […]

Gavin Brummund Memorial Trail Run 2016

Gavin Brummund Memorial Trail Run 2016

Arnold, CA…The Inaugural Gavin Brummund Memorial Trail Run kicked off what organizers hope will be an annual event honoring local men and women who serve their country and especially those who have fallen in that service. The Sierra Nevada Logging Museum parking lot was the launching point for runners to take to the trails including […]

Clarence “Smokey” Spreadborough Aug. 22, 1928 – Aug. 27, 2016

Clarence “Smokey” Spreadborough  Aug. 22, 1928 – Aug. 27, 2016

Angels Camp, CA…Clarence “Smokey” Spreadborough, Aug. 22, 1928 – Aug. 27, 2016. Born in Monterey, CA, moved to Calaveras County, where his mother was born. He and his siblings attended the little two room school house in Altaville and Bret Harte High. Smokey was a Teamster Truck Driver for 40 years, starting with Blagen Lumber […]

Kenneth Eino Hirvonen 1978 – 2016

Kenneth Eino Hirvonen 1978 – 2016

Mountain Ranch, CA…Kenneth Eino Hirvonen, 37, passed away in a tragic construction accident on Friday August 19th in Mountain Ranch, CA. Kenny was born September 20th 1978 in Mission Hills, CA to Arto and Jeanne Hirvonen. Kenny was currently living in Sutter Creek, CA working as a general contractor and had recently received his Bachelors […]