PETS & ANIMALS — Extreme temperatures and booming sounds can have big impacts on pets. With record-breaking heat across much of the nation, here are some tips to help pet parents keep their furry friends healthy and safe this summer. Heat Heat stroke can occur quickly in animals. Without the ability to sweat the same way humans do, it’s important ...

SACRAMENTO — On June 28, “Safe and Sane” fireworks will go on sale in many communities across California, but CAL FIRE is reminding everyone to do their part to have a safe holiday and help prevent fires and injuries caused by fireworks. With the 4th of July holiday around the corner, state fire officials are stressing the dangers and consequences ...

MARIPOSA — The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) would like to remind Eastern Madera and Mariposa County residents of the fire danger and use of illegal fireworks. A public fireworks display will be available at Bass Lake on July 4th at 9 p.m. All fireworks, including “Safe and Sane,” are illegal in Mariposa County as well ...

OAKHURST–Whether you’re celebrating or commiserating the end of 2021, there are plenty of ways to do that throughout the mountain communities. Here’s a list of the ones we’re privy to. If you plan to go, check whether reservations are required. Regardless of your plans, Sierra News Online wishes you the best and brightest new year ever. NEW YEAR’S EVE – ...

MARIPOSA — The Cal Fire Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit (MMU) in cooperation with Merced Irrigation District (MID) is scheduled to conduct a vegetation management training burn during the week of June 24 at Lake McClure. The training will consist of approximately 45 acres of grass being burned. Cal Fire says the purpose of the burn is fuel reduction to create a safe ...

MARIPOSA – The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) would like to remind Eastern Madera and Mariposa County residents of the fire danger and use of illegal fireworks. All fireworks, including “Safe and Sane,” are illegal in Mariposa County as well as all areas east of the Madera Canal in Madera County. Public displays will be available ...

BASS LAKE — It’s not just big kids who want to celebrate the new year — families may be looking for a way to make the day and night special for everyone. The Pines Resort is hosting a New Year’s Eve Magic Show at Ducey’s Bar & Grill on Sunday, Dec. 31, with two shows by Kenny B. The cost ...

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. ...

BASS LAKE – Independence Day at Bass Lake promises to be one to remember as activities take place all day and well into the evening, sponsored by lakeside resorts, businesses, and restaurants and the Bass Lake Chamber of Commerce. At 1:30 p.m. The Pines Village fun gets started in the park across from the bakery, where family-friendly contests and crafts ...