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Hurricane Harvey is a grim reminder to prepare for disaster

Aug. 30, 2017 – With the nation’s eyes on the Texas Gulf Coast and the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, the City of Redlands recognizes September as National Preparedness Month, encouraging residents to prepare for natural disasters and other emergencies and to register for the City’s Emergency Notification System.

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Two arrested following early morning non-injury shooting

Aug. 30, 2017 – Following an investigation of shots fired in a Redlands neighborhood last week, police have arrested two convicted felons in possession of firearms and high capacity magazines.

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Remember, this Labor Day Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

Aug. 23, 2017 – The end of summer is traditionally marked by the Labor Day holiday, a time for our country to reflect on the hard work of our fellow Americans. The long weekend is celebrated through picnics, pool parties, and barbecues, as families and friends enjoy the last few days of summer before fall and winter approach. Sadly, the Labor Day holiday is also one of the deadliest, with alcohol and drug impaired drivers endangering themselves and others on America’s roadways.

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Girl injured when SUV crashed through her bedroom

Aug. 18, 2017 – A 10-year-old girl sleeping in a home on Occidental Street suffered broken bones when the driver of an SUV lost control of her vehicle, crashing into the house where she was sleeping Thursday morning.

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Household Hazardous Waste facility closed for Labor Day weekend

Aug. 15, 2017 – The City of Redlands Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off facility will be closed Saturday, Sept. 2, in observance of Labor Day weekend. Normal hours for the site, Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., will resume Saturday, Sept. 9.

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Five people arrested in connection with armed robberies

Aug. 2, 2017 – Redlands Police arrested five people Tuesday, Aug. 1, in connection with multiple armed robberies and attempted robberies since early Monday morning in Redlands and San Bernardino.

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Detectives investigating following two armed robberies

Aug. 1, 2017 – Police are investigating two armed robberies, including a robbery and assault reported in the quad area of the University of Redlands campus shortly before 11 p.m. Monday, July 31, and another in downtown Redlands on Sunday.

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‘Drive New Business with Social Media’ business workshop set

July 31, 2017 – The City of Redlands Development Services Department and the Inland Empire chapter of SCORE will host a workshop on how to Drive New Business with Social Media from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 8, at the Redlands City Council Chambers, 35 Cajon St., Suite 2/4. Free parking is available in the municipal parking structure located on the corner of Citrus Avenue and Sixth Street.

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Man on bicycle dies after being struck by two vehicles Saturday

July 31, 2017 – A 55-year-old San Bernardino man was killed when he was struck by two vehicles while riding a motorized bicycle on Alabama Street north of Pioneer Street shortly before 10:30 p.m. Saturday, July 29.

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City low-cost pet licensing, vaccination clinic offered Aug. 9

The City of Redlands will sponsor a low cost dog licensing and rabies vaccination clinic in the park next to the Redlands Police Annex (Old City Hall), 30 Cajon St., on Wednesday, Aug. 9, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

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Suspect sought in early morning double stabbing

July 29, 2017 – Redlands Police are seeking a suspect in a double stabbing that occurred early Saturday, July 29, in the 500 block of Courier Avenue.

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RPD, Micah House, Ride Yourself Fit host Back2School Jam

July 27, 2017 – The Redlands Police Department, Micah House After School Program and Ride Yourself Fit, with help from local businesses, churches, community groups and City and County agencies, will give away bicycles and backpacks filled with school supplies during a Back2School Jam and Community Resource Fair at Sylvan Park from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 5. There will be free snacks and music provided for the community. 

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City wins 14th consecutive honor for financial reporting

July 26, 2017 – The City of Redlands was recently awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for its FY 2015-2016 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), the 14th consecutive year the City has been recognized with the prestigious honor.

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Residents invited to apply for Airport Advisory Board post

July 19, 2017 – The City of Redlands invites residents to apply for a position on the Airport Advisory Board. Deadline for filing applications is Aug. 4. Members are appointed by the City Council.

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Arbor Day Foundation again names Redlands Tree City USA

July 13, 2017 – Redlands was named a Tree City USA for the 21st consecutive year by the Arbor Day Foundation in honor of its commitment to effective urban forest management.

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Redlands Disaster Council quarterly meeting July 24

July 11, 2017 – The next meeting of the City of Redlands Disaster Council will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. Monday, July 24, in the Redlands City Council Chambers. The meeting is open to the public.

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Firefighters battle brush fires, structure fire in triple-digit heat

July 7, 2017 – As temperatures climbed well into the triple digits on Friday afternoon, Redlands Firefighters battled a brush fire where the northeast portion of the City meets unincorporated county, a separate vegetation fire and a residential blaze that left a family displaced.

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Walking with the Council is Saturday on eastern leg of Orange Blossom Trail

July 6, 2017 – Mayor Pro Tem Paul Barich and Council Member Eddie Tejeda will walk and talk with participants on the eastern portion of the Orange Blossom Trail for the next Walking with the Council Saturday, July 8, from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

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Don’t blow it this 4th of July; fireworks are illegal in City limits

June 27, 2017 – This Fourth of July, the Redlands Fire Department and the City of Redlands encourages residents to celebrate the nation’s Independence Day with others at the fireworks show at the University of Redlands Ted Runner Stadium or one of the many other fireworks displays offered throughout the region.

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AYSO rehabilitating Sports Park soccer fields

June 20, 2017 – Work will begin this week to rehabilitate the soccer fields at the Redlands Sports Park, including aerating/sanding, fertilization and hydro-seeding of the playing fields. The American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) will pay the approximately $73,000 cost of the contract work.