Now that Coalinga residents are on watch, many are scrambling to make sense out of their city utility bills. All residents should know by now that the allotment for each address is 15,000 gallons of water per month. If users are able to keep their usage within that frame, no extra costs will be incurred.…
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Serious Water Shortage
City Imposes Restrictions • Announces Modified Fee Structure Coalinga residents will be paying a lot more for their water usage when they use an excess of 15,000 gallons per month. There is a structured cost increase for customers who use amounts greater than the allotted 15,000 gallons of water per single-family home. California Governor Gavin…
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DERBY THIS WEEK!
Coalinga is gearing up for Horned Toad Derby this week. The event, usually held over Memorial Day weekend, was postponed due to Coronavirus pandemic mandates from the State of California. Opening Thursday, July 1, and running through Sunday, July 4th, the event promises carnival rides, entertainment, and lots of great eats. There will be some…
Read More50 Pounds of Illegal Fireworks Nabbed In Arrest
Over the past weeks, the Coalinga Police Department Communications Center has received numerous complaints from residents regarding illegal fireworks. Members of the police department have made extensive efforts to locate violators and take proper enforcement action. On Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at approximately 01:09 AM, a Coalinga Police Officer initiated a traffic enforcement stop on…
Read MoreLocals Nabbed With Guns and Drugs
For Immediate Release:Date: May 4, 2021Prepared By/Contact Person: Darren Blevins, Chief of Police On May 3, 2021 at approximately 7:03 PM, the Coalinga Police Department’s K9 unit observed a 2011 Toyota Camry in the area of Jayne and Merced and initiated a traffic stop for tinted windows. The Police Officer activated his emergency lights at…
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