Sunday, December 31, 2023

Overturned vehicle on Hwy 12

    December 31, 2023 at 10 AM:  A solo vehicle lost control on a turn on Hwy 12 at Camanche Parkway and overturned.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

If your birthday is today, December 31..


...you share it with French impressionist Henri Matisse,    

49ers in Washington DC

  UPDATE:  SF 27 WA 10 with 10 minutes left in Q4.  FINAL!!!

Saturday, December 30, 2023

Collision in Blue Lake Springs

    December 30, 2023 at 12:45 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Meadow Drive at Cypress Point Drive in Blue Lake Springs.

   A pickup went down the embankment and someone was apparently lying on the ground and is being exported by helicopter to a hospital.

Chains required on Hwy 4

    December 30, 2023 at 9:40 AM:  Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 at Cottage Springs this morning.

   It is snowing in Bear Valley.

Friday, December 29, 2023

Tree trimmer vs fire hydrant

   December 29, 2023 at 1:20 PM:  A tree trimmer has reportedly backed into a fire hydrant on Hwy 4 at Anrey Court in Murphys.

    Calfire and CCWD are responding to the scene. 

Traffic crash in Valley Springs

    December 29, 2023 at 11:30 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Nove Way in Valley Springs.

    No injuries have been indicated. 

Hwy 4 clear

    December 29, 2023 at 8 AM:  Caltrans has no chain requirements for Hwy 4 this morning.

    That isn't likely to last through tonite, though, with a storm headed our way.

Thursday, December 28, 2023

Pickup hits snowbank

    December 28, 2023 at 10:45 AM:  A pickup has reportedly spun out and crashed into a snowbank near Tamarack Lodge on Hwy 4.

   CHP is en route to the scene.

   

Chains required on Hwy 4

    December 28, 2023 at 8 AM:  Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 at Tamarack this morning.

    Looks like Bear Valley got about an inch of fresh snow last night. Drive carefully.

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

A quote from Edgar Allan Poe

    " All religion, my friend, is simply evolved out of

Jackknifed truck on Hwy 49

    December 26, 2023 at 9:10 AM:  A big rig has jackknifed on Hwy 49 in the Tuttletown area.

   CHP is at the scene. They are waiting for a big rig tow.

Cow out on Six Mile Road

    December 26, 2023 at 9:05 AM:  A cow is out on Six Mile Road near Scott Street in Murphys.

   Be extra cautious until the owner can be notified and CHP can clear the roadway.

Overturned vehicle in Glencoe

    December 26, 2023 at 9 AM:  A vehicle is reportedly overturned on Hwy 26 at Lower Dorray Road in Glencoe.

   An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene.

Friday, December 22, 2023

Are you ready???

 


Cow out on Hwy 49

    December 22, 2023 at 8:40 AM:  A cow has been reported out on Hwy 49 near Centennial in Angels Camp.

   Be extra cautious until CHP can notify the owner and clear the roadway.

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Collision in Mountain Ranch

    December 20, 2023 at 11:25 AM:  A collision has been reported on Mountain Ranch Road at Rocky Road in Mountain Ranch.

   It isn't yet known if there are injuries. A tow truck is responding.

Fire in Murphys

    UPDATE:  Fire now under control.

Sunday, December 17, 2023

49ers in Arizona

   UPDATE:  Niners came back to

SUV down embankment

    December 17, 2023 at 11:10 AM:  An SUV has reportedly run off Hwy 4 and down the embankment at Telegraph in Copperopolis.

   It isn't yet known if there are injuries, but one person has apparently been holding their side.

Fire in Sonora

    UPDATE:  Fire is 2 acres in size.

Saturday, December 16, 2023

Car vs embankment near Don Pedro

    December 16, 2023 at 4:35 PM:  A car has reportedly struck an embankment off Hwy 49 near Don Pedro Reservoir.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Collision on Hwy 26

    December 16, 2023 at 4 PM:  A pickup and an off road vehicle have reportedly collided on Hwy 26 at Jojoba Road in Mokelumne Hill.

    It isn't yet known if there are injuries. 

Cows on Hwy 4

    December 16, 2023 at 2:25 PM:  Two cows are reportedly on Hwy 4 at Ansil Davis Road in Douglas Flat.

   Be extra cautious until the owners can be located and the roadway cleared.

Car vs mountain on Hwy 49

    December 16, 2023 at 11:40 AM:  A car has reportedly left Hwy 49 and collided with the mountain in Sonora.

   No injuries have been indicated, but it is blocking the roadway. 

Collision in Jamestown

    December 16, 2023 at 8:45 AM:  A car has rolled over at J59 and Green Springs Road in the Jamestown area.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Thursday, December 14, 2023

Under the tree...

 

Breyer...Available at Arnold Building Supply

Traffic collision in Valley Springs

    December 14, 2023 at 9:30 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Nove Way in Valley Springs.

   No injuries have been indicated.

Car through fence in Copperopolis

    December 14, 2023 at 8:55 AM:  A car has reportedly left Copper Cove Drive at Quail Hill Road and gone through a fence.

   No injuries have been indicated. A tow truck is responding. 

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Sunday, December 10, 2023

49ers at home today

    December 10, 2023:  The SF 49ers (9-3) are at home in Santa Clara today to play the Seahawks (6-6).

    The game is scheduled for 1:25 PM.

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Time's Person on the Year

 

...and CAT of the Year Benjamin Button

Storm headed our way

    December 6, 2023 at 8:15 AM:  The radar looks like a pretty good storm is headed our direction later today.

   Might even get some snow at 4000'.  

Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Collision on Sheep Ranch

    December 5, 2023 at 2:15 PM:  A collision has been reported and a trailer overturned on Sheep Ranch Road at Gold Mountain Road.

   It isn't known if there are injuries.

Trailer fire in Fiddletown

    December 5, 2023 at 1:40 PM:  A trailer fire has been reported on Fiddletown Road in Fiddletown.

   Calfire has been dispatched to the scene. It is now off the roadway.

Car runs off Hwy 108

   Car went over some large boulders and will be

Friday, December 1, 2023

Missing hiker found

     On November 30, 2023 around 9 AM the body of Ann Herford was located by deputies on a steep slope north of San Antonio Creek.  This is not within the Rim Trail System.

   There will be an investigation, but at this time no foul play is considered.


Thursday, November 30, 2023

Fatal head-on collision on Hwy 26

    According to CHP on November 29, 2023 around 2:40 PM they were dispatched to a reported collision on Hwy 26 near Shelton Road

Henry Kissinger dies at 100

 


Ray Davis Memorial

 


Fairgrounds RFP

   The Calaveras County Fair is currently accepting proposals for the 2024 parking services.

   For more information visit Frogtown.org.

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Lake Tahoe killing leads to more horror

    Two and a half years ago, someone allegedly broke into the Tahoe lakefront home of 

Collision on Hwy 88

    November 28, 2023 at 10 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 88 and Irishtown Road in front of the fire station.

  It isn't yet known if there are injuries.

    

Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving...sure looks familiar....

 



Vehicle vs pedestrian in Valley Springs

    November 22, 2023 at 10:50 AM:  A vehicle has reportedly struck a pedestrian on Hwy 26 in front of Taco Bell in Valley Springs.

   An ambulance is responding. One person is apparently lying in the roadway.

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Cow back out on Moran Road

     November 21, 2023 at 10:40 AM:  The old black cow is back out on Moran Road near Love Creek in Avery.

   Be extra cautious until CHP can locate the owner and clear the roadway.

Ann Herford still missing as of November 21, 2023

 

Searchers from all over California are continuing their
search for the missing woman who was last seen on the
Arnold Rim Trail.

Monday, November 20, 2023

Fire in Jenny Lind

    November 20, 2023 at 12:00 PM:  A grass fire has been reported on Milton Road at Scenic Valley Drive in Jenny Lind.

   Several engines have been dispatched to the scene.

Vehicle vs pedestrian in San Andreas

    November 20, 2023 at 11 AM:  A vehicle has reportedly struck a pedestrian on Pixley Avenue in San Andreas.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Spirit of Winter at Frogtown

 


Sunday, November 19, 2023

Fatal collision in West Point area

   On November 17, 2023 at approximately 10:45 PM, CHP reports that a 1989 Toyota drifted from Winton Road

Jolie needs a home

 

Beautiful Jolie needs a home. You can visit her at the Calaveras
Animal Shelter in San Andreas

Arrest in Arnold for theft

    On November 11, 2023, Calaveras deputies were called to a residence on Ponderosa Road in Arnold, regarding a physical fight.

    According to the Sheriff, Donovan Shinn,

Search expanded for missing hiker

    As of November 17, 2023 the hiker missing on the Arnold Rim Trail has not been located and searchers from around the state are coming in to aid the local team, including

Chains required on Hwy 4

    Sunday November 19, 2023 at 9 AM:  Chains are required on Hwy 4 above Cottage Springs.

    Ebbetts Pass (Hwy 4) is closed at Lake Alpine due to snow.

49ers at home today

    Niners win 27-14

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Horse out on Hwy 49

    November 16, 2023 at 3 PM:  A horse is reportedly out on Hwy 49 near Lombardi Road in Mokelumne Hill.

   Be extra cautious until CHP can locate the owner and clear the roadway. 

Fire near Groveland

     November 16, 2023 at 2:20 PM:  A fire has been reported on White Gulch Road and Morgan Drive near Groveland.

   Several engines are responding to the scene.

One Christmas Carol

 

Tickets are "pay what you can" to the entire community

Jenny needs a home

 

You can meet her at the Calaveras Animal
Shelter in San Andreas

Hay truck on fire

    UPDATE:  This fire was extinguished quickly.

Firearm arrest in San Andreas

    According to the Calaveras Sheriff, on November 10, 2023 around 8:30 PM, a traffic stop led to a discovery of drugs and weapons inside the vehicle.

   Steven Starky of Manteca was booked into the Calaveras County jail on multiple alleged charges, including possession of controlled substances for sale and illegal possession of a firearm. 

Missing hiker

    According to the Calaveras Sheriff, Ann Herford (66) is missing while hiking the Arnold Rim Trail. The Search and Rescue team are out searching for her.

   If you've seen her please contact the Sheriff at 754.6500.

    November 16, 2023 at 8:30 AM:  A car has reportedly struck a tree on Hwy 26 at Sandy Gulch in the Wilseyville area.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.  SLOW DOWN!!!

Car vs pole in Valley Springs

    November 16, 2023 at 8 AM:  A car reportedly struck a pole on Hwy 26 at Olive Branch Drive in Valley Springs.

    A tow truck is responding. It isn't yet known if there are injuries. 

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Collision in Murphys

    November 14, 2023 at 3 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Murphys Grade Road at French Gulch Road in Murphys.

   A single car apparently struck a stone wall. It isn't yet known if there are injuries.

Fire on Hwy 120

    UPDATE:  Fire is now about 1/4 acre in size.  Fire is at

Four fires from debris burns

   Calfire reports that they have recently had to respond to 4 different debris burns that escaped into a wildland fire.

   Two on November 11, 2023, were in Tuolumne County, had no proper clearance, and were issued citations. The other two, on November 12, 2023, were in Copperopolis and Rancho Calaveras, also without clearance and oversized piles.

Friday, November 10, 2023

Collision in Vallecito

    November 10, 2023 at 8:45 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Parrotts Ferry Road at Moaning Cave Road in Vallecito.

   Minor injuries are indicated and a 25' cable required to pull vehicle out of the heavy brush.

Hit and Run at Hwy 12 and Hwy 26

    November 10, 2023 at 8 AM:  A big rig reportedly struck a water meter and other pipes at Hwy 26 and Hwy 12 in Toyon area and did not stop.

   The water company has been notified. CHP is responding to the scene.

Thursday, November 9, 2023

Jeep stuck in ditch

    November 9, 2023 at 8:50 AM:  A Jeep Liberty is reportedly run off Hwy 49 at Gold Strike Road in San Andreas.

   A tow truck is responding due to the Jeep being stuck in a ditch. No injuries have been indicated.

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Crossing arm hits bus

    November 8, 2023 at 12:45 PM:  A Calaveras Unified bus was reportedly struck in the rear by a crossing arm at Baldwin and McAtee in Rancho Calaveras.

   No injuries have been indicated. CHP is en route to the scene.

Black cow out on roadway

    November 8, 2023 at 11 AM:  A black cow has been reported out on Ospital Road at Southworth Road in the Burson area.

   Be extra cautious until CHP can locate the owner and clear the roadway.

Motorcycle collision in San Andreas

    November 8, 2023 at 10:50 AM:  A motorcycle has reportedly collided with a car on St. Charles Street in San Andreas.

   Minor injuries have been indicated by CHP.

Monday, November 6, 2023

Jaguar rollover on Dogtown Road

    UPDATE:  We understand that the bridge has been damaged and will have to be closed for repairs. CHP says injuries are minor.

Hwy 108 closed by snow

    November 6, 2023 at 9 AM:  Hwy 108 is closed east of Strawberry due to snow in the pass.

   Best to avoid the area if possible. No travel restrictions have been indicated on Hwy 4 or Hwy 88 at this time.

Collision in Mountain Ranch

    November 6, 2023 at 8:15 AM:  A vehicle collision has been reported on Mountain Ranch Road near Senders Market in Mountain Ranch.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene where a woman was apparently seen trying to crawl out of the vehicle. 

Sunday, November 5, 2023

Motorcycle collision in Groveland

    November 5, 2023 at 1:35 PM:  A motorcycle collision has been reported on Old Priest Grade near Groveland.

   They apparently struck the guardrail. An ambulance is responding to the scene.

House fire in Valley Springs area

    UPDATE:  Fire contained. Some engines cancelled.

Only 3 months old

 

Visit Lexi at the Calaveras Animal Shelter in
San Andreas

Boots n Bling

 


Marijuana thieves not too bright?

    The Calaveras Sheriff easily arrested 4 men in Mountain Ranch during a

Collision in Valley Springs

    November 5, 2023 at 10 AM:  A solo vehicle collision has been reported at Hwy 26 and Jean Street in Valley Springs.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

SF 49ers have a BYE this week of November 5, 2023

Monday, October 30, 2023

ACE Hardware gets hacked

    According to President and CEO of ACE Hardware John Venhuizen, "a cybersecurity incident has disrupted shipments."

   Key operating systems have been interrupted or suspended.  ACE stores have been asked not to place any orders today October 30, 2023. 

Friday, October 27, 2023

Car into pole and ditch

    October 27, 2023 at 3:30 PM:  A car has reportedly struck and pole and ended up in a ditch off Escalon Bellota Road at Skiff Road in Farmington.

   CHP is en route to the scene. An ambulance is responding.

Sweet Piper needs a home

 

Visit her at the Calaveras Animal Services Dept in
San Andreas

Thursday, October 26, 2023

Motorcycle collision in Columbia

    October 26, 2023 at 1:30 PM:  A motorcycle and a pickup have reportedly collided on Rattlesnake  Gulch Road and Lower Quail Mine Road in Columbia.

    Major injuries have been indicated. An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Rollover on Hwy 88

    October 26, 2023 at 9:45 AM:  A multiple rollover has been reported on Hwy 88 at Blue Sky Drive in Amador County.

   Need help removing driver from vehicle. CHP is at the scene.  An ambulance is responding.

Snow in Bear Valley

   October 26, 2023:  It snowed 2" last night in Bear Valley. 1st snow of the season.

   The ski bunnies are excited.

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Firearm arrest

    According to the Calaveras Sheriff, on October 16, 2023 at around 1 PM a probation compliance

Spinout on Hwy 12

    October 25, 2023 at 2:10 PM:  A spinout has been reported on Hwy 12 at Toll House Road in San Andreas.

   Apparently one car is involved. A tow truck is responding.

Monday, October 23, 2023

Bus vs tow truck

    October 23, 2023 at 8:50 AM:  A bus reportedly struck a parked tow truck on Hwy 49 in Sonora.

   No injuries were indicated.

Goats--lots of Goats

    October 23, 2023 at 8:05 AM:  Goats--reportedly, lots of Goats, are out on Hwy 26 at Silver Rapids Road in Rancho Calaveras.

   Be extra cautious until CHP can locate the owner and clear the roadway. 

Sunday, October 22, 2023

"Gods didn't create man; man created gods"??

   On Reddit the discussion of where gods came from has been discussed. From the mythological gods to the jesus god of christianity, questions arise.

   Think about it!  "Gods didn't create man; man created gods!" Man's continual need to find some way to explain our being and our massive universe? 

Pickup through fence

    October 22, 2023 at 10:25 AM:  A Chevy pickup has reportedly left Obyrnes Ferry Road, gone through a fence and into a ditch in Copperopolis.

   No injuries have been indicated.  A tow truck is dispatched. 

Pigs in the roadway

    October 22, 2023 at 10 AM:  Two pigs are reportedly out on Antonovich Road in Rancho Calaveras.

    Be extra cautious until CHP can locate the owner.

Niners head to Minnesota

    The 49ers play the Vikings on Monday night, October 23, 2023.  This game is in Minnesota.

   The Niners are 5-1 and the Vikings are 2-4. Go Niners!

Saturday, October 21, 2023

Pickup vs hillside

    October 21, 2023 at 4:10 PM:  A pickup has reportedly left Mountain Ranch Road and struck the hillside at Windmill Circle in San Andreas.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Vehicle fire on Hwy 4

   Fire is out. Engines now cancelled.

California Rangeland Trust gets WHAT???

    On October 10, 2023 item 12 on the Consent Agenda of the Calaveras Supervisors was to approve an additional

Smoke gets in your eyes....

    October 21, 2023 at 8:30 AM:  That song is very true this morning, as the control burn at Big Trees State Park smokes out Arnold.

   In order to destroy the food supply and habitat of our forest creatures, they BURN, BURN, BURN! We don't believe it does anything to prevent fires.

Friday, October 20, 2023

Fire in Pinecrest

    UPDATE:  Hwy 108 is now closed from Crabtree Road to Pinecrest.

House of Representatives vote again

     Today, October 20, 2023 the House of Representatives again voted to elect a Republican Speaker of the House. Twenty- five voted against Jordan; three more than yesterday.

   We are told that Speaker Pelosi never brought anything to the floor for a vote until she knew she had the votes to pass.  Will Jordan demand yet another vote? 

Thursday, October 19, 2023

Collision in San Andreas

   October 19, 2023 at 1:10 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 49 in front of the Sierra Trading Post in San Andreas. 

   An ambulance is responding to the scene. 

Cow on Six Mile Road

    October 19, 2023 at 10:15 AM:  A small black cow has been reported on Six Mile Road in the Murphys area.

    Be extra cautious until the owner can be located and the roadway cleared.

Saturday, October 14, 2023

Homeless horseman arrested

News Sentinel photo

    On October 12, 2023 at approximately 1:20 AM Calaveras deputies arrested Frank

Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Homecoming Parade

 


Bus collides with cement pole

   October 9, 2023 at 8:20 AM:  A bus has reportedly collided with a cement pole at the Tuttletown gas station on Hwy 49 in Tuttletown.

   No injuries have been indicated. Two CHP units are at the scene. 

Monday, October 9, 2023

49ers vs Cowboys

    On Sunday October 8, 2023 the 49ers didn't win their game against the Cowboys. They HUMILIATED the Dallas team.

   The final score was 42-10 with the 2nd string of the 49ers finishing the game.

Sunday, October 8, 2023

What is California Rangeland Trust??

    On the Calaveras Supervisors October 10, 2023 agenda is an item increasing the amount paid to

Collision in Columbia

  UPDATE:  Injuries in this collision are

Fire in Oakdale

   UPDATE:  The fire is currently 10 acres in size

Cowboys at Levi Stadium

    Today, October 8, 2023 the Dallas Cowboys are in Santa Clara to face the SF 49ers at Levi Stadium.

    The game is the 5 o'clock game, Sunday night football.

Collision on Hwy 108

     UPDATE:  Injuries in this collision were major.

Murphys Creek Theater cancels show

    October 8, 2023 at 9:50 AM:  Due to Covid concerns the show planned for today at Murphys Creek Theater has been cancelled.

   Refunds or replacement tickets will be available.

Injured dog on Hwy 26

   October 8, 2023 at 9:40 AM:  An injured Husky has been reported on Hwy 26 near Main Street in West Point.

   Apparently the dog has a chain around its neck. This is near the fire department. CHP has been dispatched to the area. 

Saturday, October 7, 2023

Collision on Hwy 12

    October 7, 2023 at 4:25 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 12 at Double Springs Road.

   It isn't known if there are injuries.

Friday, October 6, 2023

Thursday, October 5, 2023

Weapons arrest in Valley Springs

    On October 2, 2023 around 2 PM the Calaveras Sheriff and Probation departments did a

Fire in Sonora

    October 5, 2023 at 12:35 PM:  A grass fire has been reported on Blue Bell Road in Sonora.

    Fire personnel are responding to the scene.

In Twain Harte....

 


Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Motorcycle collision in Sonora

    October 3, 2023 at 3:55 PM:  A motorcycle collision has been reported on Hwy 108 at Chicken Ranch Road in Sonora.

An ambulance is responding to the scene. A tow truck has been dispatched for the motorcycle.

Fire at Lake Tulloch

  UPDATE:  Additional engines are requested to report to this fire.

Fire in Clements

   UPDATE:  Fire is under control now.

Sunny and Ladybug

 

Two precious kitties for adoption. Visit them at the Calaveras
Animal Shelter in San Andreas.

Collision in Angels Camp

    UPDATE:  Injuries appear to be minor per CHP.

Fawn killed on Hwy 49

    October 3, 2023 at 10AM:  A fawn is reportedly been killed on Hwy 49 at Big Bar Road in the Mokelumne Hill area.

   Fish and Game says they don't pick up dead deer. SLOW DOWN so you don't kill innocent animals!!

Sunday, October 1, 2023

Vehicle vs tree in Burson

    UPDATE: Per CHP this is a major injury collision. 

49ers at home in Santa Clara today

    October 1, 2023:  The Arizona Cardinals are at Levi Stadium to play the Niners today.

    The game is scheduled for 1:25 PM.  Go Niners!!

Friday, September 29, 2023

Senator Diane Feinstein dies

 

Diane Feinstein has passed away at the age of 90 while
still serving as a Senator. 

Thursday, September 28, 2023

Circus coming to Frogtown

 


Collision at Don Pedro

    September 28, 2023 at 1:35 PM:  A car has left the road a reportedly struck a bank on J59 at Don Pedro.

   One person is passed out and there is a dog in the vehicle. An ambulance and tow truck are responding.

All Hallows Faire at Frogtown

 


Head-on collision in Copperopolis

    September 28, 2023 at 9:15 AM:  A head-on collision has been reported near the Copperopolis Elementary School in Copperopolis.

   An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene.  The roadway is blocked.

Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Fire off Hwy 108

    UPDATE:  Fire is controlled at 1/2 acre.

Vehicle strikes juvenile in Sonora

    September 27, 2023 at 9:45 AM:  A car has reportedly struck a juvenile in front of Wendy's on Mono Way in Sonora.

   Emergency personnel are responding to the scene.

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Collision in Mountain Ranch

    September 26, 2023 at 12:50 PM:  A traffic collision has been reported in front of the fire department at Mountain Ranch Road and Sheep Ranch Road in Mountain Ranch.

   An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene.

Motorcycle Collision in Pine Grove

 September 26, 2023 at 12 Noon:  A motorcycle collision has been reported on Hwy 88 at Taves Road in Pine Grove.

   An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene.

Don't sell alcohol to minors!

      The  Calaveras Sheriff and agent of the California ABC have cited two clerks in the county for selling alcohol to minors.

   On September 9, 2023 a minor decoy operation was directed for ten retail licensees in Valley Springs, Mokelumne Hill and San Andreas.

   Those clerks fined will be required to pay a minimum of $250 and 24 hours of community service for the first violation, in addition to the business facing a fine, suspension or revocation of their license.

   Statistics show the those under the age of 21 will be much more likely to be involved in a crash than older drivers.

David McCallum has died

 

From Man from UNCLE to NCIS
David McCallum was a star. He died
yesterday at the age of 90.

Friday, September 22, 2023

Collision at Lake Alpine

    UPDATE:  The injured party has refused

Missing cyclist spotted

   UPDATE:  It may be that the rescuers are

Car vs tree Hwy 4

    September 22, 2023 at 2 PM:  A car has reportedly struck a tree on Hwy 4 and Forest Meadows Drive.

    An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Collision in Copperopolis

    September 22, 2023 at 9:45 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Obyrnes Ferry Road at Pyle Road in Copperopolis.

   CHP has not yet arrived at the scene. It isn't known if there are injuries.

49ers beat Giants

    Last night, after the Seahawks game on the NFL channel, they played the Niner game in full.

   They beat the Giants 30-12. Good game! Now they are 3-0 for the season.

Bones and Blues at Frogtown

 


Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Overturned vehicle on Hwy 4

    September 20, 2023 at 4 PM:  A vehicle has reportedly rolled over on Hwy 4 at Escalon Bellota Road in Farmington.

   An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene.

Great Sierra River Cleanup

    This Saturday September 23, 2023 there will be a trash cleanup of local waterways in Calaveras County.

     To volunteer go to East Bay Municipal Utility District website.

Kittens, we have kittens!

 

Come visit them at the Calaveras Animal Shelter in
San Andreas

Monday, September 18, 2023

Daisy needs a home

    

Beautiful Daisy needs a home. Visit her at the Calaveras
Animal Shelter in San Andreas 

Rollover on Hwy 120

    September 18, 2023 at 8 AM:  A car is reportedly on its roof after a rollover on Hwy 120 near Old Priest Grade near the top.

   No injuries have been indicated. A tow truck is responding to the scene.

Sunday, September 17, 2023

Pickup vs bicycle in Arnold

    September 17, 2023 at 12:55 PM:  A red pickup has reportedly struck a bicyclist on Fairway Drive and Silver Drive in Arnold.

    An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Goat on Dunn Road

    September 17, 2023 at 10:30 AM:  A goat is reportedly out on Dunn Road in Valley Springs.

    Be extra cautious if in that area until owner can be located.

49ers in LA today

  UPDATE:  Niners win 30-23.

Thursday, September 14, 2023

Vehicle fire

    UPDATE:  The fire is apparently in the trunk of the car.

Collision in Mokelumne Hill

    September  14, 2023 at 8:30 AM:  A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 49 at Del Orto Road in Mokelumne Hill.

   An ambulance has been dispatched. Injuries are indicated as minor.

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Dogs attack pig

    September 13, 2023 at 8:35 AM:  A pig that escaped and was out in the roadway has been reportedly attacked by 2 dogs that also  got out into the road at Crystal Falls and Eel River Drive.

   Animal control has been notified. Attempts are being made to corner the animals.

Train vs vehicle in Sonora

     September 13, 2023 at 8:35 AM:  A train has reportedly struck a vehicle at Campo Seco Road and Lime Kiln Road in Sonora.

   No injuries have been indicated. Four CHP are at the scene.

Drug arrest in Valley Springs

    According to the Calaveras Sheriff, at approximately 12 Noon on August 31, 2023, deputies contacted Joseph Bleak at a residence in the

Sunday, September 10, 2023

Fire at Hogan Reservoir

  UPDATE:  Even more engines have now been dispatched to this fire near

49ers vs Steelers

   UPDATE:  Final score Niners

Meth arrest in San Andreas

    According to the Calaveras Sheriff on August 24, 2023 around 1:30 AM deputies stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation on St. Charles Street in San Andreas.

   The driver was identified

Friday, September 8, 2023

Collision on Hwy 88

    September 8, 2023 at 3 PM:  A collision has been reported on Hwy 88 at Omo Ranch Road near Cooks Station in Amador County.

   An ambulance is responding to the scene.

Car fire into the grass

   UPDATE:  Fire got to be only 1/4 acre before fire crews stopped it. Under control now.

Grass fire in Angels Camp

 UPDATE: This fire was controlled quickly.

Collision at Lake Camanche

    September 8, 2023 at 11:55 AM:  A collision has been reported at the trout pond on Wade Avenue at Lake Camanche.

   We do not yet know if there are injuries.

Collision in Lockeford

    September 8, 2023 at 11:45 AM:  A vehicle collision has been reported on Hwy 88 at Locke Road in Lockeford.

   CHP is enroute to the scene.

Car vs pedestrian

    September 8, 2023 at 11:40 AM:  A car has reportedly struck a pedestrian at Lake Camanche.

    Several emergency vehicles are responding to the scene.

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Raiders pound Niners

    In a preseason game on September 4, 2023 the 49ers traveled to Las Vegas to face the Vegas Raiders.

    In a total wipeout, the Raiders won 34-7.  Next week is regular season vs the Rams.  

In Angels Camp

 


Sunday, September 3, 2023

Collision on Hwy 4

   September 3, 2023 at 12 PM:  A collision was reported on Hwy 4 at Forest Road 6N82 in Dorrington.

   One person was taken to Sonora Community Hospital with minor injuries. Two tow trucks were dispatched. The roadway is blocked temporarily.   

Monday, August 28, 2023

Collision in Arnold

    August 28, 2023 at 9 AM:  A collision was reported on Hwy 4 and Oak Street in Arnold.

   Minor injuries are indicated. A tow truck is responding.

Arnold Labor Day Celebration

 


Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Fatal collision on Camp Nine Road

    According to CHP on August 22, 2023 around 1:30 PM they were dispatched to a collision

Sunday, August 20, 2023

Jumper at New Melones

    August 20, 2023 at 2:15 PM:  A person reportedly is threatening to jump off the bridge at New Melones on Parrotts Ferry Road.

   Depressed due to a break up, authorities are responding to the scene.

Letter to CCWD--protest rate hike-copy and fill in, then mail!! Thank you, Mary

 


Fire at Big Trees

   UPDATE at 1:15 PM:  We haven't heard anything more on this fire. They must have it under control.

Car vs tree on Hwy 49

  UPDATE:  Hwy 49 is blocked.

49ers get by the Broncos by 1 point

    In a preseason game in Santa Clara yesterday, the 49ers got a win from the Denver Broncos.

    Only 1 point separated the two teams.

Friday, August 18, 2023

Three killed in Hwy 4 crash

 According to CHP on August 11, 2023 around 7:10 PM  a head-on collision was reported

Saturday, August 12, 2023

Friday, August 11, 2023