The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors got a jump on winter by unanimously approving the purchase of eight pieces of heavy snow-removal equipment. The action provides the county Department of Public Works with $2.5 million to fund the purchase of up to four...
Happy birthday to the U.S. Marine Corps
By Mike Brewer Special to the Alpine Mountaineer It was 248 years ago on Nov. 10, 1775, at Tun Tavern that the Continental Marines were officially formed. As the first order of business Samuel Nicholas became commandant of the newly formed Marines. Tun Tavern owner...
Upcoming Events…
E-Bike Tours: Embrace the beauty of Crestline. Saturdays and Sundays: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 2-4 p.m. $75/person. Book at lakegregory.com/activities. Tap Classes: New classes began Saturday, Sept. 2, 10:30 a.m., Lake Arrowhead Dance Academy. With instructor James Miller...
Sheriff’s Log – 11/23/23
November 7, 2023 CRL (Grand Theft Auto) Lakeview Dr – On Saturday, 11/4/23 at approximately 6:20 a.m., two unknown subjects were seen on camera walking towards victim’s vehicle – vehicle was locked and parked in the driveway of his residence – victim is the...
The pitfalls of DIY estate planning: Part 2
The world of estate planning has been transformed by the emergence of "digital wills" and online estate planning services. After all, we've become accustomed to handling various tasks online, from tax filing to shopping. But is estate planning really that simple? Are...
Dear Sidney – 11/23/23
I am beside myself. I’m crushed and so hurt. We brought home our first child, a son, just last week. My husband of two years is accusing me of being a cheat, shouting that our son can’t be his child because of his eye color. My husband and I have brown eyes. Our...
5 least expensive home improvements that boost your home’s value
When it's time to sell your home, you want to maximize its value without breaking the bank. Good news! You don't need a hefty budget to make a significant impact on your property's resale value. Here are five wallet-friendly home improvements that can result in equal...
Mountain Musings with Uncle Mott – Song For a Friend
On the eve of Thanksgiving each year, I’m sadly reminded of the awful tragedy that occurred 60 years ago, on Nov. 22, 1963, when President John F. Kennedy was shot and killed in Dallas by an apparently deranged young man, who was also shot shortly afterward. When you...
