There have been a number of robberies of non-commercial cannabis grows in Nevada County over the years. But this crime occurred at a licensed farm. Sheriff’s Department Public Information Officer, Ashley Quadros, says it was reported on Sunshine Valley Road … Read more >
It’s a 22-year prison sentence for a Grass Valley man who was convicted by a jury, in September, of the sexual abuse of his adopted daughter. Deputy Nevada County District Attorney Helenaz Hill says they had sought a maximum 32-year … Read more >
The Grass Valley Development Review Committee meets Tuesday morning. And one of the items they’ll be discussing is a proposal for 16 homes that would gradually be built on about two acres of what is currently a vacant lot on … Read more >
Even more delays than you might normally find at times at the McCourtney Road Transfer Station are possible over the next couple of weeks. That’s because of the last construction phase of the upgrade project that began in May of … Read more >
Though Nevada County has numerous activities and holiday fun, some locals may feel the need to get a way for a little while to change their attitude or just for a change in scenery. The Mendocino Coast provides that sort … Read more >
Since 1978, Victorian Christmas has been a central seasonal fixture for Nevada City. The first of five events is Sunday afternoon. It’s described as a magical setting of hilly streets, with authentic gas lamps, wandering carolers dressed in the era’s … Read more >
Christmas also comes to Empire Mine State Park this weekend. It’s the annual Holidays at Empire Mine on Saturday. State Park Interpreter, Jean Rhyne, says the idea of the event is to re-create the early 1900’s-era of the mine… click … Read more >
It’s 20 years to life in prison for the first person in Placer County to be convicted of murder for supplying fentanyl that resulted in an overdose death. That was the decision of the judge, in an Auburn courtroom, during … Read more >
A yurt has been destroyed by fire on the San Juan Ridge. In case you’re unfamiliar, they’re described as portable, lightweight round structures that are becoming increasingly common all around the county as temporary dwellings. Fire Chief Jason Flores says … Read more >
Nevada County Veterans Services and local non-profit Freed Center for Independent Living Program are partnering this holiday season to try to make the final push to find housing for the last few remaining veterans who are without regular housing. Public … Read more >
