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Several serious firework-related injuries reported in Crescent City on 4th of July
CRESCENT CITY, Calif. — A major fireworks-related incident was reported in Crescent City on the evening of 4th of July. According to the Del Norte County Sheriff's Office (DNSO) dispatch, several firework-related injuries were reported Thursday night. Officials have not confirmed how the fireworks caused the injuries, but said...
Complicated Recommended County Budget Moves Forward
The Budget discussion was complicated, oft-times confusing and most certainly robust. The Del Norte County Board of Supervisors directed staff to move forward on the ten appendages of the fiscal year 2024-25 Del Norte County Budget. A modest public audience was in attendance with County department heads available to answer the plethora of questions coming from the Supervisors. ...
Fireworks Safety Tips from a Firefighter
The 4th of July is this week, and for many Americans that means – fireworks. Talia Flores, Community Risk Reduction Specialist at Humboldt Bay Fire Department explains, “4th of July is obviously a great time to get out, enjoy the sunshine with your family, let off those same fireworks that you see in all the booths […] The post Fireworks Safety Tips from a Firefighter appeared first on KIEM-TV | Redwood News.
Supervisors Approve Letter of Support for the Performing Arts Center
Last week, Partnership of Performing Arts founders Nick and Lisa Rail addressed the Crescent City Council. This past Tuesday, Nick and Lisa asked the Board of Supervisors for a similar Letter of Support. The Letter(s) of Support were unanimously approved by the County and City. Benefactor Nick Rail shared the need for the community to come together to build a magnificent building which will seat 800 and transform the Arts in public education in Del Norte County. ...
Happy Birthday, America! Busy July 4th Week-End Celebration Planned
The Crescent City-Del Norte County Chamber of Commerce is poised to celebrate America’s 248th birthday. This year’s event covers three days as the 4th falls on a Thursday. The Chamber and sponsors are hoping visitors will stay in town over the long weekend. Wednesday, July 3: The Deck Party is scheduled from 5-8pm at the Cultural Center on Front Street. Elk Valley Casino is scheduling live music GOTCHA COVERED, Raffle,...
Carl David LaFazio
Carl David LaFazio passed away on August 9, 2023 in Crescent City. A lifelong resident of Del Norte County, he was born April 19th, 1961. The paddle out and spreading of ashes for Carl will be held July 13th, 2024 beginning at 12:00 pm. The location will be Pebble Beach in Crescent City, CA. Taking Washington Blvd toward the airport, turn left on Pebble Beach Drive. Continue on Pebble Beach Drive until the 3rd turnout. There will be event signs/makers leading to the location. Thank you to all who plan to attend this day in remembrance of Carl LaFazio.
Community Effort Beach cleanup July 5
In what has become a well-established tradition, the Redwoods Parks Conservancy (RPC), along with the Smith River Alliance (SRA), will be rallying volunteers for the annual cleanup of beaches following July 4 celebrations at local beaches. Last year’s efforts removed 3,920 pounds of trash from the sands of South Beach, Crescent Beach, and Pebble Beach. Local beaches host between 5,000 to 15,000 visitors for Independence Day celebrations making the threat...
Del Norte Economic Development JPA Calls It Quits
The Del Norte Tri-Agency for Economic Development Joint Powers Authority (Tri-Agency JPA) has been disbanded. In front of a handful audience at last Tuesday’s Special Meeting of the Tri-Agency Economic Authority at the Veterans Hall, Harbor Commissioners, City Councilors and Supervisors were unable to come to terms with language and common goals to work for economic prosperity. The effort to salvage the troubled Authority was both intense, frustrating and ultimately unsuccessful. ...
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