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Perris helps local students knocked off the internet

Perris has approved an internet assistance service program that will help local students who have lost internet access because of school closures related to COVID-19. The program, approved by the city council this month, will last no more than three months per student and is restricted to Perris residents, according …

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Palm Springs cancels annual Fourth of July event

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Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Palm Springs has canceled its annual Fourth of July celebration. “Due to the fact that the state of California is prohibiting large gatherings there will be no fireworks this year,” said Cynthia Alvarado- Crawford, director of Palm Springs Parks and Recreation in a statement posted …

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COVID-19 test site established in Blythe

COVID-19 tests are again available in Blythe. Residents of eastern Riverside County may get tested at 445 N. Broadway  Ave., where tests will be available through June 24, according to a statement on Riverside County’s website. In April, county health officials conducted tests at the Colorado River Fairgrounds.  They’re returning …

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Temecula City Hall reopens

Temecula City Hall reopened Monday. The building at 41000 Main St. is operating under its regular hours 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, according to a statement on the city’s website. Inside, the lobby has been reconfigured to conform with state and local COVID-19 safety guidelines, including floor …

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Apple Valley provides grants to local nonprofits

The Apple Valley Town Council has approved funding for 10 local nonprofits. The organizations provide a variety of community services, including youth activities, senior services, fair housing services, clothing for students, homeless shelters, and food banks, according to a statement on the town’s website. Funding comes from community development block …

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Riverside County reopens more businesses

More Riverside County businesses reopened Friday, as California enters the second phase of bringing back its economy. County officials are urging residents to continue wearing face masks outside of their homes, wash their hands frequently and maintain social distancing when out in public, according to a statement on the county’s …

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