A relief pilot died in a single craft crash this morning (August 19) at approximately 10 AM south of Coalinga, near the Hills Fire. He was on a mission dropping water on the fire when the incident occurred. During the last few days, six helicopters were being used to fight the blaze in rough terrain…
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A free press is one of the most important factors in maintaining a civil and prosperous community. In an era where there is a plethora of information from a million random, (often questionable), sources, it is important to have at least one source that takes verification seriously. My goal is to present the news as it occurs, and based on facts. I make every effort to keep my own emotions and opinions separate from the news.
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I am a proud grandmother of 8 amazing kiddos ranging in age from 16 - 0. I love traveling, playing the piano and guitar, kicking back at the ocean and being lazy.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARKING
City To Enforce Recreational Vehicle Parking As of July 1, 2020, the City once again enforcing the municipal code when it comes to the parking of travel trailers, trailers in general and campers. Per Coalinga Municipal Code, Article 7, Section 4-7.22.2, such vehicles/trailers are to be parked on the street no more than 72-hours. We…
Read MoreFresno County Sheriff: 34 Potential Sexual Predators Arrested
Operation “COVID Chat Down” Nets 34 Arrests of Potential Sexual Predators A total of 34 men from the Central Valley have been arrested and booked into the Fresno County Jail on various charges related to arranging to meet with a child for sex. They range in age from 19 to 63. The arrests are a…
Read MoreSurprise Council Announcements
In a surprise announcement at Coalinga City Council meeting Thursday night, Mayor Ron Lander announced that he is not going to run for another term. After serving the community of Coalinga for more than 25 years in various positions on Coalinga City Council, Lander said, “It’s time for a change” in his own life. He…
Read MoreCoalinga Council Reaffirms Resolution 3964
Coalinga City Council met for an emergency meeting Monday, July 27, to assess whether or not they should rescind Resolution 3964. The resolution was passed on May 7 and proclaimed that all businesses in Coalinga were essential, and should be allowed to remain open even though California Governor Gavin Newsom demanded them to close. Last…
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