San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Water District Board of Directors awarded the construction contract for the Reach 3A water transmission pipeline replacement project in Arnold at its meeting Wednesday, April 6. This pipeline was originally installed in 1965 and is being replaced due to its age, poor condition and high frequency of failures and repairs that […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Council of Government Board is back in action tonight in the Supervisors Chambers. The Agenda is Enclosed…. AGENDA CALAVERAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (CCOG) Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 5:30 PM Board of Supervisors Chambers – 891 Mountain Ranch Rd. Calaveras Council of Governments (CCOG) Page 1 Updated 4/1/2016 10:13 AM […]
Vallecito, CA…The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) has announced the apprehension of an inmate who walked away from a conservation camp five years ago. Inmate Secundino Cornejo, 44, was taken into custody without incident by the U.S. Border Patrol on Sunday, April 3, 2016, based on a warrant for his arrest from CDCR. […]
Arnold, CA…Dogwood In Cedar Center is Now Hiring!! The new dinner house is coming soon to Arnold and is looking for Prep/Pantry, Cooks, Dishwasher & Wait Staff! Please email resumes to Dogwood.Rest@gmail.com
Murphys & Angels Camp, CA… 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. ” – Mike Croshaw Wishing you Good Times, Good Cheer, and a […]
San Andreas, CA….San Andreas, CA – Calaveras Public Health Officer, Dr. Dean Kelaita, announced that Public Health Services is investigating a child diagnosed with measles traveling through Calaveras County to ensure no local residents were infected. The unvaccinated child resides in Nevada County and developed measles after returning to California from traveling overseas. The child […]
Valley Springs, CA….CHP is reporting a vehicle into a ditch near the baseball fields near Paloma Road and Daphne Street. It is reported that wire is across the roadway. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00078 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Paloma Rd / Daphne St Loc Desc: NEAR THE BASEBALL FIELDS Lat/Lon: 38.195531 […]
Dorrington, CA….CHP is reporting that a bear has been hit on Hwy 4 near Golden Torch Drive. It is near the 5000 foot sign on the east side of the roadway. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00422 Type: Live or Dead Animal Location: Sr4 / Golden Torch Dr Loc Desc: JEO / AT […]
Valley Springs, CA…Grab Your Clubs & Help Calaveras High Replace The Redskins
Sonora, CA…The U.S. Forest Service is conducting hazard tree abatement and fuels reduction work on the Mi-Wok Ranger District, Stanislaus National Forest (STF) in response to increasing tree mortality and public safety concerns beginning this week. A Type II crew of Forest Service staff are responding to priority treatment areas located throughout the forest, specifically […]
Sonora, CA….CHP is reporting a vehicle in to a pole on Shaws Flat Road just north of Jamestown Road. PG&E will need to replace the pole in this area so please use caution and expect delays for the next couple of hours. Incident: 00464 Type: Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj Location: Shaws Flat Rd / Jamestown Rd […]
Briceburg, CA…CHP is reporting a head on collision with a fatality that is blocking traffic on Hwy 140 going into Yosemite. Initial reports are it may be closed for awhile. Incident: 00342 Type: Fatality Location: Sr140 / Bull Creek Rd Loc Desc: 2 MI JEO BRICEBURG Lat/Lon: 37.604639 -119.966054 Close Detail Information 2:10 PM 20 […]
Murphys, CA…Bicyclists from throughout Northern California and Nevada will journey to the historic gold rush town of Murphys to enjoy the spring beauty of Calaveras County and take part in the ninth annual Mr. Frog’s Wild Ride on Saturday, April 16. Two scenic routes, the Wild Ride of approximately 50K and the Wilder Ride of […]
Arnold, CA…Due to our continued growth and an internal promotion, Ebbetts Pass Lumber has an immediate opening in our lumberyard for a yard worker / customer service position. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment. If you enjoy working with people, have a “can do” attitude and enjoy being part of […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County will be preparing an Environmental Impact Report for the proposed new medical cannabis ordinance. The ordinance will permit and regulate cannabis cultivation in the county and provide for commercial activities associate with medical cannabis. A Notice of Preparation, used to scope the issues that the EIR should consider, has been issued […]
Murphys, CA…Murphys resident Waldtraut “Wally” Gill died unexpectedly of natural causes on Wednesday, March 30th. She was 84 years old. Wally was born on March 11, 1932, in Newark, New Jersey, to Kate (Berlieb) and Thomas Rodegker, both originally from Germany. She attended South 17th Street Elementary and West Side High School in Newark, and […]
San Andreas, CA…James Leonard March was Born September 17,1918, in Richmond, California. He was 97 years old when he passed away in Suisun City with youngest son Jerry of a Stroke on March 29, 2016. He Graduated high school in the Bay Area. He was a 2nd Officer in the Merchant Marines, 2nd Mate in […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Grandparent Project of Calaveras provides real life, practical support for grandparents and other relatives raising grandchildren. All participants, children, family friends and those who may be interested in meeting other grandparents/relative caregivers are invited to celebrate together with a picnic on May 1, 2016. This year the fun will be held in […]
Markleeville, CA…A day of historic recognition and rededication is set for Saturday, April 9, 2016 for three Markleeville main street locations. The rededication ceremonies will begin at noon across from the courthouse in Markleeville. The first is the Charles W. Barrett Memorial Fountain, originally erected in 1941, to honor the former sheriff of Alpine County. […]
Angels Camp, CA…Calaveras Transit will not be serving the Angels Camp Visitors Center stop today at 8:37, 11:42 or 2:57 due to the closure of Highway 4 at Angels Creek for road construction. Route 4 will travel on the Highway 4 Bypass to serve Murphys and Arnold stops. Routes to Columbia College are not affected. […]
Sonora, CA…Late this morning around 11:30 A.M., Deputy Yorston was patrolling in East Sonora when he saw a Mitsubishi Lancer driving towards him. Deputy Yorston recognized the vehicle and the driver from having previous law enforcement contacts with him. Deputy Yorston recognized the driver as being Wayne Dunlap a 26 year old Sonora man who […]
Pinecrest, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is scheduled to begin its spring clearing of State Route 108 (SR-108) over Sonora Pass today, removing snow, clearing debris, inspecting the roadway and making the appropriate improvements to ensure the public’s safety. The department intends to open the closure gates at Eagle Meadows and Kennedy Meadows after […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce their upcoming 2016 Chamber Cruise Fundraiser. Sail away on one of the world renowned Princess Cruise Grand Princess for a fun filled California Coastal Cruise vacation. This cruise leaves San Francisco on April 24th 2016 and sails to Ensenada, Mexico, returning to San […]
Los Angeles, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. joined supporters from across the state today in Los Angeles to sign landmark legislation passed by both houses of the Legislature last week – SB 3 – that makes California the first state in the nation to commit to raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour statewide. […]
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 Hwys 4, 12, 26, 49, 108 & 120. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county and location of […]
San Andreas, CA…A short to do list for the Calaveras Supervisors tomorrow. The agenda is enclosed… Board of Supervisors Special Meeting 4/5/2016 9:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Announcements 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM: PUBLIC […]
Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)…The 39th Agricultural District Association is excited to announce the young girls participating in this year’s Miss Calaveras and Saddle Queen competitions. Taking the stage on Thursday May 19 at 8 P.M. for Miss Calaveras will be Macy Breaux (Bret Harte), Hailey Long (Calaveras), Brighton Hamari (Bret Harte), Emma Hampton (Calaveras), Makayla […]
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) held Their 7th Annual Health Fair on March 26th at Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys. Over twenty community health related service groups will participated in this community-wide event. A wealth of information was available on topics such as senior health services, health insurance, nutrition, and fitness. Low cost testing […]
Auburn, CA…Two teens have been killed in a tragic accident this afternoon when a pickup drifted off the roadway and struck the teens. An investigation is ongoing and the driver of the vehicle is cooperating. Three teens were walking along Hwy 49 when two of them were struck. One passed away at the scene and […]
Valley Springs, CA…CHP is reporting a motorcycle vs vehicle accident with rider down on Hwy 26 near Vista Del Lago. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00149 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr26 / Vista Del Lago Dr Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.168655 -120.839125 Close Detail Information 11:24 AM 8 [8] RED HATCH BACK VS […]
