Twain Harte, CA...Sheriff Mele and Lieutenant Commander Clamp stopped in for lunch at the Twain Harte Elementary school on March 30th. The children really enjoy talking with law-enforcement and learning about police work. The Sheriff and Lt. believe in the importance of being a positive role model, building relationships, and making these kids smile. A great day is being able to make a difference in someone's life no matter how big or small.
Source: TCSO
Hwy 108 To Be Closed For Pavement Work On Sunday Night
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/31/2016 11:32 AM
Sonora, CA...The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close State Route 108 (SR-108) from Stockton Road/SR-49 to Lime Kiln Road/South Washington Street for pavement work. The route will be closed from Sunday, April 3, 2016, at 8:00 p.m. through Monday, April 4, 2016, at 8:00 a.m. Motorists should expect 5 minute delays and seek alternate routes.
Sonora, CA....We have received calls regarding a person throwing objects of possibly shooting a pellet/bb gun at vehicles on State Route 108 in the area between Phoenix Lake/Hess Avenue & Peaceful Oak off ramp. These events have happened between the hours of 3:00pm and 5:00pm on random days in the last couple of weeks. The CHP is currently investigating the information we have and following up on leads.
Sonora, CA...“A Taste for Mentoring” is a dessert contest showcasing creations from our county’s finest restaurants as a fund raiser for the Mentoring Works program. Mentoring Works matches caring adults in our community with at risk children under the guidance of the Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency. “A Taste for Mentoring” Dessert Contest and Antique Auto Show will be held Sunday, April 3 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Elks Lodge at 100 Elks Drive off of Shaws Flat Road in Sonora. Admission is $20 per person.
There's A New Sergeant In Town As Sonora PD Promotes Officer Chris Rogers
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/23/2016 02:06 PM
Sonora, CA...The City of Sonora held testing for the classification of Police Sergeant. Officer Chris Rogers was ranked number one after all the testing components were scored. On Saturday, 26 March 2016, Officer Chris Rogers will be promoted to the rank of Sergeant within the department. A Sergeant is a front line supervisor for both sworn and non-sworn staff. Sergeant Rogers will be assigned an area of responsibility within the City as part of his new duties, along with special programs and events.
Sonora, CA...A now injured 42 year old Jamestown man unlawfully took a vehicle from in front of a 48 year old Sonora man's business on Cuesta Court in Sonora. The Sonora man followed the man in the stolen vehicle. After a short distance, he parked the taken vehicle and began to walk away from it. The vehicle theft victim arrived at approximately the same time struck the pedestrian leaving the stolen vehicle with his 2010 Ford Crown Victoria.
The 30th Annual Celtic Faire (With Authentic Celtic Weather) Going On Now
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/12/2016 10:09 AM
Sonora, CA...Going on now at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds, the big Sonora Celtic Faire returns! Celebrating 30 Years of cultures of Ireland, Scotland, Cornwall, and Wales in Sonora,CA! *This year the faire will present 4 stages of Celtic Music featuring: Celtica, Tempest, Wicked Tinkers, Brick top Blaggers, Stand Easy, Black Irish Band, Cooking with Turf, Golden Bough, Pub Crawl and many more...
