3rd Annual Boat Parade of Lights returns to Big Bear Lake on Labor Day weekend
The Rotary Club of Big Bear Lake and Visit Big Bear bring back the waterfront tradition — this year with a drone show added to the mix.
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Free curbside brush chipping returns to Big Bear Valley through September
The Mountain Rim Fire Safe Council is picking up and chipping brush at no cost to residents — but you have to register before the pile is at the curb.
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Vehicle fire reported on Big Bear Boulevard
Big Bear Lake Fire Department responded to a motorhome or large vehicle fire; details remain limited pending an official incident report.
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City of Big Bear Lake releases budget summary for fiscal year 2026-27
Residents can now find an easy-to-read overview of the city's adopted budget on BigBearLake.gov.
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Jackie, Big Bear's beloved bald eagle, dies at 14
The eagle who captivated more than a million followers worldwide with her nest-cam livestream passed away in the early hours of Monday, August 10.
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BBARWA board approves Greenspot recharge alternative for Replenish Big Bear in split vote
The 3–2 decision moves the regional wastewater agency's water recycling project in a new direction, but two board members voted against the shift.
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Strong thunderstorm tracked near Big Bear City, NWS warns of 50 mph gusts and hail
A Special Weather Statement issued Monday afternoon puts areas northeast of Big Bear City on notice for wind damage and penny-size hail.
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Fire reported at North Shore Elementary's Stanfield Center in Fawnskin
Big Bear Lake Fire Department responded to a commercial structure fire at the school; details on extent and injuries remain unconfirmed.
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DWP board conditionally approves Garstin inspection contract, orders legal review of project management roles
The 5-0 vote keeps the Garstin Water Operations Facility project on track while a legal review sorts out who's responsible for overseeing construction.
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BBARWA board approves $209,500 infrastructure contract and new pay schedule
The Big Bear Area Regional Wastewater Agency's April meeting covered a key plant upgrade, employee raises, and a milestone service recognition.
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Big Bear Lake DWP board recommends $53 water standby charge, wraps up Wolf Reservoir project
The board voted 4-0 to send the annual fee to City Council for approval — with one member stepping aside due to a conflict of interest.
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Big Bear's beloved eagle Jackie is being treated in Ventura County — and the community can say thanks
Jackie the eagle has been under care at the Ojai Raptor Center since July 17, and supporters are being encouraged to mail the center a card of appreciation.
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Big Bear shelter joins Clear the Shelters campaign all August long
Adoption fees are covered, and each new pet comes with spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccines — plus 30 days of free pet insurance.
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Sandy and Luna leave Big Bear Valley as Jackie fights illness at Ojai rehab center
The 2026 eaglets have fledged, but their mother remains more than 100 miles away battling worsening anemia — and fans are being asked to let her care team work.
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Big Bear wastewater board sets FY2027 rates, adopts budget at March meeting
The board approved sewer user charge increases, raised waste disposal fees for pumping companies, and locked in a new fiscal year budget — all without recorded opposition.
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Big Bear Lake DWP board recap: pipeline concerns, a $1.3M reimbursement, and a key project milestone
The February 24 board meeting surfaced questions about the Replenish Big Bear project's future while delivering good news on precipitation, finances, and the Garstin Project timeline.
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Mountain Fire burning near Big Bear, 55 acres reported
Federal fire data shows an active wildfire in the area, but official details on containment and evacuations remain unconfirmed.
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Friends of Big Bear Valley hits $10 million land conservation goal
A $5.5 million donation from Anna and Greg Brockman pushed the fundraiser across the finish line ahead of its deadline.
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35th Annual Fun Run brings 450 classic cars — and up to 20,000 visitors — to Big Bear Village this weekend
The free three-day event runs August 7–9, with a lakeside cruise, live music, and a new exotic sports car display.
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AI-generated fakes about Jackie the eagle are disrupting care at Ojai Raptor Center
The Ventura-based facility treating Big Bear's beloved bald eagle is urging the public to stop sharing fabricated content — and to give staff the space to do their work.
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