Communities

Tributes to Robin Bull — Agencies report at the combined MAC meeting

By Rhea-Frances Tetley Special to the Alpine Mountaineer The Crest Forest and Lake Arrowhead Municipal Advisory Councils held a joint meeting at the San Moritz Lodge on Oct. 6. The meeting opened with a tribute to the late Robin Bull, who most recently served...

Kayak mural adorns Crestline 7-Eleven wall

Nov 26, 2020 | Crestline

By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEYStaff Writer The last two months in Crestline have seen three large murals created to brighten up the community and promote enjoying the outdoor activities these mountains offer. The Crestline-Lake Gregory Chamber of Commerce is creating these...

Christmas Tree lighting in Crestline this Saturday

Nov 26, 2020 | Crestline

By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEYStaff Writer Christmas is quickly approaching and the mountaintop area has already experienced is first snow, so the community knows that winter is coming. Holiday decorations and lights are already going up on homes and stores all over, as part...

Boy Scouts collect food for those in need

Nov 19, 2020 | Crestline, Lake Arrowhead

By Douglas W. MotleySenior Writer Boy Scouts from three mountain area troops collected over 2,200 pounds of food items and more than $700 for those who are in need last Saturday at grocery stores in Crestline, Blue Jay and Lake Arrowhead. Several dozen Boy Scouts,...

A classic French treat comes to Crestline

Nov 12, 2020 | Business, Crestline

By Mike HarrisPublisher Goodwin and Son’s Market is adding a tasty treat to its soda fountain area located in the middle of the store and it is based on a family recipe sure to please all, that’s if you like fresh-made crepes, either dessert-style or savory. “It’s...

Giant postcard greets visitors to Running Springs

Nov 12, 2020 | Running Springs

By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEYStaff Writer Several Running Springs residents got together recently after some talk on Facebook and wanted to do something to welcome visitors to town and improve its appearance. After more discussion, they made a plan to create a mural. They...

Sycamore Ranch Winery captures top awards

Nov 4, 2020 | Crestline

By Douglas W. MotleySenior Writer Collecting awards is nothing new for Crestline’s Sycamore Ranch Vineyard and Winery, and they’ve done it again by garnering eight awards, including the prestigious Double Gold Best of Class award for their 2018 Merlot at the recently...