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Sierra County Sheriff’s Office Gains New Deputy

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Sierra County Sheriff’s Office Gains New Deputy

March 25, 2025

Deputy Sexton joins the Sierra County Sheriff’s Office after a 27-year career in Alameda County.

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PUSD Approves Mass Layoffs Amid Budget Crisis

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PUSD Approves Mass Layoffs Amid Budget Crisis

March 24, 2025

PUSD faces a $3 million deficit, approving mass layoffs of 29 staff to avoid state takeover.

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Citation Issued in Penn Valley After Underage Drinking Enforcement Operation

March 20, 2025

Penn Valley individual cited for supplying alcohol to a minor during statewide enforcement operation.

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Lost Dog Found Shot Dead, Says Sierra County Sheriff

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Lost Dog Found Shot Dead, Says Sierra County Sheriff

March 19, 2025

Lost dog Benson, mistaken for a wolf, was found shot dead in Sierra Brooks, says Sheriff’s Office.

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Winners Crowned at 2025 Longboard World Championships

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Winners Crowned at 2025 Longboard World Championships

March 19, 2025

2025 Longboard World Championships conclude with Gina Luciano and Greg Hinds taking top spots.

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Board Holds Sierraville Speed Limit Public Hearing

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Board Holds Sierraville Speed Limit Public Hearing

March 19, 2025

Sierra County Board discusses proposed speed limit increase in Sierraville amid community safety concerns.

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The Nortons are Returning to Plumas County!

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The Nortons are Returning to Plumas County!

NCNOC and INOA Press Release

March 17, 2025

Classic motorcycles return to Plumas County for the INOA 2025 Feather River Rally III, June 16-21.

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Storm Brings Season’s First Big Snow Day

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Storm Brings Season’s First Big Snow Day

March 14, 2025

Downieville experiences season’s largest snowfall, with 6 inches accumulated by Friday and more expected.

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New Fire Hazard Severity Zones Explained in Plumas Supervisors Meeting

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New Fire Hazard Severity Zones Explained in Plumas Supervisors Meeting

By Dana Loomis

March 13, 2025

Plumas County’s new Fire Hazard Severity Zones, impacting local responsibility areas, alter property classifications and building requirements.

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DIG Debates Main Street Building Maintenance

March 13, 2025

Downieville Improvement Group debates maintenance of Main Street buildings, focusing on Sherali family-owned properties.

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Banff Mountain Film Festival Returning for 2025

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Banff Mountain Film Festival Returning for 2025

Sierra County Arts Council Press Release

March 12, 2025

Downieville’s Yuba Theatre hosts prestigious Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour in April 2025.

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Portola Evaluating Fire Hazard Severity Zones Mandates

By Dana Loomis

March 12, 2025

Portola collaborates with Beckwourth Peak Fire Protection and Cal Fire to understand wildfire hazard severity zones mandates.

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Victim Recovering after Hard Rock Casino Shooting

March 8, 2025

Victim recovers after a shooting at Hard Rock Casino; Yuba County Sheriff’s Office investigates.

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Kathy Fischer Celebrates 40 Years Owning Downieville Day Spa

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Kathy Fischer Celebrates 40 Years Owning Downieville Day Spa

March 7, 2025

Kathy Fischer marks 40 years as Downieville Day Spa owner, serving generations of community beauty needs.

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Varn Wins 2025 Great Yuba Pass Chili Cook-Off

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Varn Wins 2025 Great Yuba Pass Chili Cook-Off

By Carl J. Butz

March 6, 2025

Jenny Varn’s team triumphs again at the 2025 Great Yuba Pass Chili Cook-Off amid beautiful weather.

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