Tuesday , September 15 2026

City / County News

Riverside named top digital city

Riverside has been recognized by a national research institute for its use of digital technology. The Center for Digital Government listed Riverside seventh among cities with a population of 250,000 to 499,999 in its 2018 Digital Cities Survey, according to a statement on the city’s website. The survey acknowledges cities …

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Dog Park to close temporarily

Dog park to reopen

The popular Palm Springs Dog Park behind city hall will be closed from Nov. 12 through Dec. 20 for its annual reseeding and maintenance. During that five-week period, a temporary park for small dogs will be available at Demuth Park at Vella Road and Mesquite Avenue across from the Palm …

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Holiday toy drive slated

Stater Bros. Gives to Marines’ Charity

Children’s Fund, a San Bernardino County nonprofit, will collect and distribute more than 30,000 gifts for underprivileged children this holiday season. The organization will collect toys for its 30th Annual Celebration of Giving Campaign Dec. 3 through Dec. 14, according to a statement. Donations may be brought to 1140 E. …

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RC Sheriffs get state grant

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has received a grant of nearly $1.1 million from the California Office of Traffic Safety, money that it will use to pay for a year-long effort intended to prevent traffic-related deaths and injuries. Department officials plan to use the funds for education and enforcement activities, …

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Grant pays for fire engine

Renovated Fire Station to Reopen

The Highland Fire Department has a new fire engine thanks to some help from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. More than two dozen people today pushed the vehicle into Highland Fire Station 2, keeping alive a tradition that traces to when fire equipment was drawn by horses, according …

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Online fundraiser boosts SB County nonprofits

Give BIG San Bernardino County

Give BIG San Bernardino County, the annual online fundraising event, raised nearly $240,000 for 107 county nonprofits. The 24-hour effort was held Tuesday and attracted more than 4,600 donations, with contributions ranging from $5 to $8,600, according to a statement. The Unforgettable Foundation in Redlands received the largest gift. Friends …

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