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Government

San Bernardino County appoints first female health officer

San Bernardino County appoints first female health officer

On Tuesday, Nov. 19, the San Bernardino Board of Supervisors appointed Dr. Sharon Wang, DO, MSHPE, FIDSA as the new county health officer. She will be the first woman to serve as the county’s health officer. Dr. Wang brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this vital role, where …

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CHP enforcement surge netting results in San Bernardino

The California Highway Patrol’s enforcement surge to help clamp down on crime in partnership with the city of San Bernardino is off to a strong start. In the first two weeks CHP made 64 arrests, recovered 11 stolen vehicles, and seized five illegal guns. “We appreciate the recently formed partnership …

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San Bernardino begins clearing encampments in city parks

San Bernardino begins clearing encampments in city parks

The City of San Bernardino is making good on its promise to remove homeless encampments from city parks. Early Thursday morning, police officers and city staff began the process of removing a homeless encampment from Perris Hill Park. The cleanup effort should come as no surprise as San Bernardino Mayor …

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Sheriff’s Department receives two grants to increase safety on roads

The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department has received two grants to improve road safety throughout the county. The first grant, from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for $1.13 million will support the department’s ongoing enforcement and education programs to reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths on …

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County receives $11.82 million for homeless housing assistance

San Bernardino County has been awarded $11.82 million in the fifth round of Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) funding from the California Department of Housing and Community Development to support the creation of interim and permanent housing options at the county’s innovative Pacific Village homeless services campus in San Bernardino. “Receiving …

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San Bernardino neighborhoods receive new streetlights

San Bernardino neighborhoods receive new streetlights

Two neighborhoods in the northern part of San Bernardino are now a little safer. The City recently installed and activated 96 new streetlights, bringing a new walkability and sense of security to area residents. “Some of these streets have been without lighting for several years,” said City of San Bernardino …

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CHP operation aims to help San Bernardino to address violent crime

The Unintended Consequences of High Crime

San Bernardino’s police department will soon have additional support from the state to address crime and enhance public safety. Governor Newsom announced last week that CHP personnel will be sent to San Bernardino to help the city crack down on property theft and violent crime, including gun violence. “We are …

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Taxpayers reminded to pay property tax before incurring penalties

Taxpayers reminded to pay property tax before incurring penalties

San Bernardino County Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector (ATC) Ensen Mason encourages property owners to pay the first installment of their property taxes which were due last Friday, November 1.  The final day to pay without incurring a 10% penalty is Tuesday, December 10, 2024. The Tax Collector’s Office offers many convenient ways …

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Knox appointed Director of Veterans Affairs for San Bernardino County

Knox appointed Director of Veterans Affairs for San Bernardino County

San Bernardino County has appointed veteran Matthew Knox as director of Veterans Affairs. Knox, is a former Cavalry Scout with more than two years of service in the United States Army. During his military career, Knox was deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom with 1st Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment in 2003. …

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County to use discretionary funds to boost community initiatives

The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors approved several district-specific projects using board discretionary funds during their meeting last week. In the Second District: Refurbishing the San Antonio Heights Christmas star with approximately $56,000 in funding from Second District Supervisor Jesse Armendarez’s District Specific Priorities Program. Renaming Randall Pepper Elementary …

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