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Four businesses were cited for selling alcohol to a teenager when the Redlands Police Department, operating on a $7,500 grant from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, conducted a minor decoy operation Friday.
During the operation Friday, Feb. 8, officers from the RPD and an Alcoholic Beverage Control investigator along with an 18-year-old volunteer visited 15 bars and restaurants licensed to sell alcohol on the premises and 15 businesses that sell alcohol for off-site consumption.
Four businesses, including two restaurants and two gas station convenience stores, sold alcohol to the minor. In each instance the businesses face possible fines or license suspensions from ABC.
The City Council honored donors to the City’s 125th Anniversary Celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 5, presenting customized plaques and commemorative memorabilia to service clubs, businesses and individuals who have contributed between $500 and $10,000 to the yearlong celebration.
The quasquicentennial celebration kicked off Dec. 1 with the Redlands Christmas Parade and continues through Nov. 26, 2013, the 125th anniversary of the City of Redlands’ incorporation.
Unlike past anniversary celebrations, the City Council committed to marking the 125th anniversary year without spending any general funds and to rely on donor contributions for all activities.
Redlands Police are investigating after an armed man held up an ice cream shop Wednesday evening.
The robber entered the Banana Bowl Ice Cream shop in the 1500 block of Barton Road shortly before 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, a ski mask and gloves. He displayed a handgun and ordered the owner of the shop to open the cash register.
Redlands Police on a grant-funded “saturation” patrol targeting DUI drivers arrested one man for driving under the influence early Monday morning, Feb. 4.
Richard Franco Jr., 21, of San Bernardino was arrested for DUI after he was stopped by officers near the intersection of Tennessee Street and San Bernardino Avenue just after midnight.
In addition to the DUI arrest, one person was cited for driving on a suspended license.
Redlands Firefighters along with units from Loma Linda, Colton and Grand Terrace battled a fire at an apartment complex on Kansas Street Sunday evening.
Most Redlands Fire Department personnel had already been dispatched to a multi-casualty bus accident on Highway 38 shortly before the fire was reported at about 7:15 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 3, in the 10 block of Kansas Street.
Redlands Police recovered two stolen poodle puppies valued at $2,400 Wednesday night and were surprised to also find a boa constrictor in the suspect’s car.
The owner of the puppies told police the suspect came to his home in the 1100 block of Oxford Street to buy the dogs. He was holding the puppies when he fled out the front door and drove away.
Redlands Police are investigating a homicide after a 22-year-old man died of wounds he suffered in a shooting a day earlier.
Officers responded to calls of shots fired in the 1500 block of West Redlands Boulevard shortly after 2 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 20. When they arrived they found a 22-year-old male wounded by gunfire.
Redlands Fire Department paramedics provided medical aid. The victim was transported to a local hospital. The victim died of his wounds on Jan. 21.
The investigation is continuing and no further information is available at this time.
The Avoid the 25 DUI Task Force, which includes the Redlands Police Department, will be deploying special roving DUI patrols on Sunday, Feb. 3, in several communities throughout the area looking to stop and arrest drivers who are impaired by alcohol or drugs. These DUI patrols are, in addition to regularly scheduled patrol officers, all looking for the tell-tale signs of an intoxicated driver behind the wheel.
One man is in custody and police are searching for a second suspect after a resident surprised two burglars in his home Wednesday morning.
Residents are warned to take precautions after a police helicopter spotted two bears near Wabash Avenue and Reservoir Road early Wednesday morning.
A Fontana Police helicopter was assisting Sheriff’s deputies in an unrelated call when they spotted the animals on a hillside about 100 yards east of Wabash Avenue.
Bears have occasionally been seen in wildlands around Redlands. There have been no reports of bear attacks in the area.
- May Coffee with the Council is cancelled
- Public invited to workshop to discuss bicycle lane plans
- Reusable Albertsons bag celebrates City’s quasquicentennial
- Police and Fire Chiefs’ joint town hall meeting rescheduled
- Click It or Ticket to boost seat belt use – day and night
- Police investigate series of reports after teen girls approached
- New police unit finds quick success in wire theft arrest
- RPD officers work with state to track down illegally held firearms
- Youth Summer basketball league offered at Community Center
- City breaks ground on 2013 PARIS Resurfacing Project
City Hall is closed every
other Friday. Check the
calendar for closed Fridays.
City Hall Hours:
7:30 am to 5:30 pm
Yesterday
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Saturday Morning Certified Farmers Market
- Start time: 08:00am
- End date: Saturday, May 18th
- End time: 11:00am
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The City’s successful Saturday Morning Certified Farmers Market brings fresh local produce to historic downtown Redlands every Saturday.
The Saturday Morning Certified Farmers’ Market began June 6, 2009, bringing local growers to the City parking lot south of Redlands Boulevard between Fifth and Sixth streets near Ed Hales Park. The market operates from 8 to 11 a.m. every Saturday, excluding holiday weekends.
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Cancelled - Coffee with the Council
- Start time: 09:00am
- End date: Saturday, May 18th
- End time: 10:30am
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This month's Coffee with the Council meeting has been cancelled.
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Household Hazardous Waste collection
- Start time: 09:30am
- End date: Saturday, May 18th
- End time: 12:30pm
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During operating hours, residents can dispose of household materials including, outdated prescription medication (with the exception of controlled substances), outdated pet prescription medication, paint products, chemical cleaners, pesticides, fertilizers, hobby/pool supplies, automotive oil, filters, brake fluid, transmission fluid, anti-freeze, gasoline, and propane tanks.
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Tuesday, May 21st
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City Council Closed Session Meeting
- Start time: 05:00pm
- End date: Tuesday, May 21st
- End time: 06:00pm
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Agenda available to view at http://cityofredlands.org/councilvideo
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City Council Meeting
- Start time: 06:00pm
- End date: Tuesday, May 21st
- End time: 08:00pm
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Agenda available to view at http://cityofredlands.org/councilvideo
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Wednesday, May 22nd
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Post 261 Explorer Meeting
- Start time: 06:30pm
- End date: Wednesday, May 22nd
- End time: 08:30pm
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Open Enrollment to join the Redlands Explorer Program is in January of every year, but you can pick-up and drop-off applications through-out the entire year at the Fire Administration office. Ages to join are between 15 years To 21 years old.
Fire Administrative Office
35 Cajon Street #12
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Thursday, May 23rd
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Market Night
- Start time: 06:00pm
- End date: Thursday, May 23rd
- End time: 09:00pm
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Established in 1988, Redlands Market Night has established itself as one of the most successful certified farmers markets in Southern California! Vendors vie to participate in the event that has attracted thousands of weekly visitors since its inception. Visitors are welcomed into an inviting atmosphere complete with lighted trees, brick sidewalks, historic buildings, and great musical entertainment. Crowds are pleasantly surrounded by over 150 food and merchandise booths, not to mention the downtown shopkeepers, every Thursday night.
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Friday, May 24th
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City Hall Closed
- Start time: 07:30am
- End date: Friday, May 24th
- End time: 05:30pm
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Extended service hours are offered in order for the public to conduct City business before and after traditional business hours. City staff is available 9 hours a day to serve you. City Hall offices are closed every other Friday.
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Saturday, May 25th
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Saturday Morning Certified Farmers Market
- Start time: 08:00am
- End date: Saturday, May 25th
- End time: 11:00am
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The City’s successful Saturday Morning Certified Farmers Market brings fresh local produce to historic downtown Redlands every Saturday.
The Saturday Morning Certified Farmers’ Market began June 6, 2009, bringing local growers to the City parking lot south of Redlands Boulevard between Fifth and Sixth streets near Ed Hales Park. The market operates from 8 to 11 a.m. every Saturday, excluding holiday weekends.
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Household Hazardous Waste collection
- Start time: 09:30am
- End date: Saturday, May 25th
- End time: 12:30pm
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During operating hours, residents can dispose of household materials including, outdated prescription medication (with the exception of controlled substances), outdated pet prescription medication, paint products, chemical cleaners, pesticides, fertilizers, hobby/pool supplies, automotive oil, filters, brake fluid, transmission fluid, anti-freeze, gasoline, and propane tanks.
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Redlands Festival of Arts
- Start time: 10:00am
- End date: Saturday, May 25th
- End time: 05:00pm
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Huge art show with more than 100 artists exhibiting, music, theatrical readings, food trucks, wine and beer garden.
Admission is free.
10 am to 5 pm Saturday, May 25
Noon to 5 pm Sunday, May 26
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Sunday, May 26th
- LIBRARY CLOSED
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Redlands Festival of Arts
- Start time: 12:00pm
- End date: Sunday, May 26th
- End time: 05:00pm
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Huge art show with more than 100 artists exhibiting, music, theatrical readings, food trucks, wine and beer garden.
Admission is free.
10 am to 5 pm Saturday, May 25
Noon to 5 pm Sunday, May 26
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Monday, May 27th
- LIBRARY CLOSED
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City Hall Closed
- Start time: 07:30am
- End date: Monday, May 27th
- End time: 05:30pm
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In observance of Memorial Day
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Environmental Review Committee
- Start time: 09:00am
- End date: Monday, May 27th
- End time: 10:00am
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Environmental Review Committee Meeting
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Tuesday, May 28th
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Planning Commission Meeting
- Start time: 04:00pm
- End date: Tuesday, May 28th
- End time: 05:00pm
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Planning Commission Meeting
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Special City Council Meeting - Budget Workshop
- Start time: 04:30pm
- End date: Tuesday, May 28th
- End time: 08:30pm
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Agenda available to view at http://cityofredlands.org/councilvideo
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