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PG&E Will Be Inspecting Equipment by Helicopter
Sonora, CA — Pacific Gas & Electric will have helicopters flying low in the region on Friday, April 19, inspecting electric towers and poles. PG&E spokesperson Jeff Smith reports, “You can expect to see and hear helicopters flying close to the power lines. They may hover in the same location for brief periods of time. While patrols are underway, you may also see PG&E and/or contractor trucks in the area.”
Update: Structure Fire In Sonora
Update at 5:36 p.m.: Fire crews have contained an afternoon blaze on Rough and Ready Trail off Jamestown Road. CAL Fire dispatch reports that the garage was engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived at the property located in the 19900 block of Rough and Ready Trail near Panorama Place. They added that the fire did not spread to nearby vegetation. Reportedly, one resident and a dog were able to flee the home before firefighters arrived. CAL Fire noted that the house was detached from the garage and suffered no damage.
Car crash reported on Fairfax Drive in Oakdale
OAKDALE, Calif. — A car crash with possible minor injury was reported Wednesday morning at Post Road and Fairfax Drive in Oakdale. EMS were dispatched to the scene around 6:01 a.m. It was unclear what caused the crash, how many vehicles were involved or the extent of any injuries.
California Woman Dies Of Lead Poisoning After Using Hemorrhoid Ointment
Officials in California have issued a public health alert after a woman in Sacramento developed severe lead poisoning and died after using a hemorrhoid ointment from Vietnam called Cao Bôi Tr Cây Thầu Dầu. RELATED: FDA Issues Recall: Certain Ground Cinnamon Products Contain Lead In a Facebook post shared on March 29, the Calaveras County ... Read more The post California Woman Dies Of Lead Poisoning After Using Hemorrhoid Ointment appeared first on Hollywood Unlocked .
Calaveras County Seeks Contractors For Highway Monument Project
Calaveras, CA– Calaveras County, in collaboration with Caltrans and the City of Angels Camp, is set to enhance its scenic beauty with the installation of gateway monument and wayfinding signs along state highways. The project, aimed at enhancing the aesthetic appeal of public spaces, particularly along the state highway system, is now seeking bids from qualified contractors.
Senior living facility celebrates life of Bob Airola
Foothill Village Senior Living in Angels Camp recently honored one of its more renowned residents: Robert M. “Bob” Airola. Bob, 87, is well known in this county, having been raised in a historic cattle ranching family, serving as president of the Calaveras County Farm Bureau, and advocating for the preservation of agricultural heritage in this county.
Applicants Sought To Fill Sonora High School Trustee Seat
Sonora, CA – The Sonora Union High School District is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on its governing board, and the deadline is fast approaching. Today’s announcement follows the resignation of Trustee Nancy Scott, who vacated the seat on March 30, 2024, as she moved out of Trustee Area 1. First elected in 2018 and reelected in 2022, Trustee Scott served two years as Board President. Her term was to last until 2026.
Crash with injuries reported on Highway 108 in Oakdale
EAST OAKDALE, Calif. — A crash with injuries has been reported on Highway 108 near Lancaster Road in Oakdale. At least one person is reportedly injured. Severity of injury has not been confirmed. Officers on scene reported seeing the crash off of the roadway. Click the video player above...
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