MADERA COUNTY – Following are details from the Madera County Sheriff’s Office of reports taken locally from Monday, July 17, to Sunday, July 23, 2017: North Fork burglary On Monday, July 17 at 5:49 a.m. a burglary was reported in the 56000 block of Shinn Cabin Lane. During the investigation one female was taken into custody and booked at MCDOC. ...
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Bass Lake Lions Club Pancake Breakfast Weekend
BASS LAKE — Imagine enjoying the sweet taste of pancakes and syrup while a cool lake breeze blows gently by. If that sounds good to you, make a note on your calendar, as the Bass Lake Lions Club invites the community to join in a fundraising Pancake Breakfast. The delectable details of the event include a two-day stretch of batter-up: it ...
Read More »Free And Reduced-Price Meals For School Year 2017-18
MADERA COUNTY — Bass Lake Joint Union Elementary, Chawanakee, Raymond-Knowles Union Elementary and Yosemite Unified School Districts announce their policy to serve nutritious meals every school day under the applicable National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, and/or Afterschool Snack Programs. Effective July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018, children are eligible for free or reduced-price meals if the household ...
Read More »Larry Langley’s Happy Camping: Jones Store And Gravity Gas
North Fork’s own Larry Langley takes us to a local landmark: Have you ever been to Jones Store? No? You’re missing out. It’s a great scenic 14-mile drive up into the mountains on the twisty but paved Beasore Road. Where’s Beasore Road? Above Bass Lake, just past the turnoff to The Pines Resort. This is a real old-time country store ...
Read More »Sheriff’s Crime Log Through July 16
MADERA COUNTY – Following are details from the Madera County Sheriff’s Office of reports taken locally from Monday, July 10, to Sunday, July 16, 2017: Coarsegold trespassing On Monday, July 10, at 11:58 a.m. deputies were dispatched to a property in the 33000 block of Skyline Ridge Trail in regards to a trespassing call. The suspect is later contacted. Statements ...
Read More »Sentence Handed Down In Oakhurst Murder Case
BASS LAKE — The man found guilty of murder and attempted murder in the stabbing of two people in Oakhurst last year was sentenced today in Bass Lake Superior Court. George Taylor-Windsor was sentenced to 25 years to life for first degree murder, and 14 years for attempted murder, to be served consecutively. Taylor-Windsor, 26, was found guilty on May ...
Read More »Independence Day At Bass Lake: Fireworks, Boat Parade, 4th Of July Fun
BASS LAKE — Fireworks and festivities are back at Bass Lake again this year for the 4th of July celebrations. At The Pines Resort, Independence Day revelers can look forward to a scrumptious BBQ, live music and a party with a spectacular display of fireworks that may seem to double the pleasure as they reflect on the beautifully full lake. ...
Read More »Sheriff’s Crime Log Through July 2
MADERA COUNTY – Following are details from the Madera County Sheriff’s Office of reports taken locally from Monday, June 26 to Sunday, July 2, 2017: Coarsegold Coroner’s report On Monday, June 26, a deputy responded to a delayed Coroner’s case with the primary physician stipulating to the decedent’s cause of death. This is a natural death case involving only a ...
Read More »(Not Just) Jazz On The Lake Gets RAW
BASS LAKE — Join friends for (Not Just) Jazz on the Lake as the War tribute band RAW takes the Gazebo stage at The Pines Resort on Friday, June 30, playing a mix of 70s and 80s music that includes funk, blues, Latin and reggae. The BBQ menu will be available, along with a full bar. Doors open at 6:30 and music starts ...
Read More »Update On The Camp Fire Near Bass Lake 4 PM
SIERRA NATIONAL FOREST — Crews are making good progress on the Camp Fire, burning 4.6 miles up Central Camp Road near Forest Road 6S06. Firefighters now have a hose lay around the entire perimeter, and the fire is 30 percent contained. The Camp Fire was reported at about 1 p.m. today, and is holding at 5-10 acres. Forward progress has ...
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