A local pillar of the community, Deanna R.C., a longtime foster parent and volunteer, lost her home and pets in a fire recently. She bravely saved two special-needs adults, including her adopted child, from the smoke-filled house. Her daughter, Danilla Sands, launched a GoFundMe to support her mother. Donations can be made via GoFundMe or … Read more
Authorities recently destroyed 13,600 pounds of processed cannabis and over 46,000 plants during an investigation into illegal cultivation on sensitive habitats in Northern California. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Cannabis Enforcement Program executed 21 search warrants, documenting 213 violations impacting the Eel and Russian Rivers, and finding 19 illegal water diversions. Seven people … Read more
Lake County’s IHSS workers, represented by SEIU Local 2015, are negotiating for better contracts,working without one since 2023. The 2,400 workers provide crucial in-home care to seniors and people with disabilities. The county faces a severe caregiver shortage. SEIU Local 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz urges county officials to invest in care and value … Read more
The Clearlake City Council will discuss animal control services at its meeting on Thursday, at 6 pm. This follows their August 7 vote to terminate the contract with North Bay Animal Services. City Manager Alan Flora issued a termination notice on August 15 and was directed to add this discussion to a future agenda. The … Read more
The 5th annual Blackberry COBBler Festival, presented by the Cobb Area Council and Seigler Springs Community Redevelopment Association, is this Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Belmont Pines Golf Course. This free event celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Valley fire, aiming to boost Cobb’s economy. There’ll be live music, food, beer, wine, … Read more
Gabriel Chaon, 19, of Ukiah, was arrested in Fort Bragg after a police chase involving a stolen Honda ended in a crash. Chaon, unharmed, was found with a “ghost gun.” He faces five felony charges, including vehicle theft and possession of an undetectable firearm. The chase began when Flock Safety cameras identified the stolen vehicle, … Read more
Clearlake has ended its 10-year, $375,000 annual contract with North Bay Animal Services (NBAS), citing poor management, overcrowding, unsanitary conditions, and lack of communication, following a Sonoma County Civil Grand Jury report that criticized NBAS for violating state law and industry standards. Mayor Russ Cremer, Councilmember Tara Downey, and Councilmember Jessica Hooten led the termination, … Read more
A structure fire erupted Monday evening at 2260 Appolinaris Drive, east of Ukiah, prompting a major emergency response. First reported around 7:31 p.m., heavy black smoke poured from the garage of a two-story residence. All occupants were safely evacuated. By 7:43 p.m., the primary fire was knocked down. The Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office assisted as … Read more
On Saturday afternoon, fire crews responded to a structure fire at 2791 Road E in Redwood Valley, with reports of smoke, flames, and explosions. An active fire was confirmed, with potential to spread. The Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office issued a notice advising caution and avoidance of the area as crews worked. More details on the … Read more
Clifford Merle Cutrell, 54, a transient from Clearlake Oaks, was arrested Tuesday by the Clearlake Police Department on felony charges, including kidnapping and rape from Tuesday, Aug. 12, and felony assault from April 10. Both cases were filed Thursday and Cutrell was arraigned the same day. Bail is set at $1 million for the rape … Read more