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Man killed in big-rig crash at North Lake Tahoe truck ramp
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/24/2012 - 8:58amINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - An unidentified person was killed in a big-rig crash Monday afternoon at the runaway truck ramp near the intersection of highways 431 and 28 on Lake Tahoe's North Shore, ...
One dead in North Lake Tahoe big-rig accident
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/23/2012 - 6:30pmUPDATE: 10 PM: The runaway truck ramp at the bottom of Mount Rose Highway in Incline Village was the scene of another tragedy today as a truck driver was killed trying to stop his vehicle using the ramp.
The Nevada Highway Patrol reports that the truck was carrying composite decking material on a flatbed trailer. The driver used the ramp to stop the vehicle, but the cargo broke loose and crushed the cab of the truck.
How does Truckee/Tahoe work with an undocumented labor force?
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/17/2012 - 11:27amRegion takes as-needed approachTAHOE/TRUCKEE - In Truckee, they can be seen in the downtown Beacon parking lot near the intersection of Donner Pass Road and Bridge Street. In North Lake Tahoe, t...
How does Truckee/Tahoe work with an undocumented labor force?
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/16/2012 - 10:11amTAHOE/TRUCKEE - In Truckee, they can be seen in the downtown Beacon parking lot near the intersection of Donner Pass Road and Bridge Street. In North Lake Tahoe, they stand near the 7-Eleven at the...
Dat So La Lee party and North Shore Chamber mixer
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/16/2012 - 6:20amThe famed Dat So La Lee Basket collection moves from the Gatekeeper’s Museum to the Autry Museum in Los Angeles later this month. North Lake Tahoe is sending the indigenous artwork off with great fanfare at the next North Lake Tahoe Chamber/CVB/Resort Association Mixer Thursday, April 19.
The mixer, held seven years to the day after these remarkable baskets first came to Tahoe City, will be hosted at the Gatekeeper’s Museum, 5-7 p.m., 130 West Lake Boulevard in Tahoe City, California, which is located near Fanny Bridge.
Two percent TOT funds Tahoe City project; future money for Kings Beach
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/09/2012 - 2:04pmThe existing 2 percent Transient Occupancy Tax, which is up for renewal on the June 5, 2012 ballot, has funded a number of North Lake Tahoe public improvement projects and services since voters first authorized it in 1996.
The renewal, called Measure F, is not a tax increase and, if passed, would continue to be paid by lodging guests only via the TOT bed tax when they spend the night in North Lake Tahoe. North Lake Tahoe residents would not be taxed under Measure F.
Ocean, Earth atmosphere addressed at Thursday lecture
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 03/20/2012 - 12:00pmThe study of climate change through Earth history has produced a wealth of information on the operation of the ocean-atmosphere system during climate transitions as well as the feedbacks that impact the magnitude and rate of climate change on the planet. A public lecture on Thursday at the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences will address some of what has been found.
Public purchase of Tahoe City Golf Course seen as economic catalyst
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 03/04/2012 - 7:00amThe Tahoe City Public Utility District's plan to add a downtown golf course to the public domain has moved closer to fruition, with half the purchase price assured by the Placer County Board of Supervisors.
The board voted unanimously Tuesday to approve the North Lake Tahoe Resort Association's offer to contribute $2.6 million from the area's transient occupancy tax to the $5 million needed to acquire the property.
Tahoe ski conditions ideal in time for 10-day Winter SnowFest
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 03/01/2012 - 1:13pmIt just doesn’t get any better. March came in like a lion, with a series of storms leaving 4 feet of new snow at North Lake Tahoe ski resorts’ upper elevations. The National Weather Service is predicting that the weather will change Friday with sunny, clear skies for the weekend.
Lake Tahoe planning agency announces 2011 Best in The Basin award winners
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/21/2012 - 12:43pmRecognized for stewardship and care taken in the building and construction of developments around Lake Tahoe, the 22nd annual Best in the Basin awards were announced Tuesday by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency.
The TRPA, which sets policy for development around Lake Tahoe, will recognize the winners, listed below, during the 2011 Best in the Basin awards presentation during the meeting of its Governing Board on Wednesday, Feb. 22 in Stateline. Go here for the agenda.
TRPA community liaison Jeff Cowen honored by North Tahoe chamber
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 02/17/2012 - 5:38pmTahoe Regional Planning Agency employee Jeff Cowen was honored as the recipient of the North Lake Tahoe Chamber and Resort Association’s Employee of the Year Award for his outstanding work as TRPA’s Community Liaison.
“I was shocked and truly honored to receive this recognition,” Cowen said about the award. “I am lucky in my job because I get to inform the community about all the great work being done by TRPA staff. I know I share this award with them,” he said.
North Lake Tahoe casinos were hard hit in 2011
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 8:35amCARSON CITY, Nev. - State gaming analysts have reason to believe that the average gambler is returning to the slot machine.In 2011, Nevada casinos won 1.5 percent more on slots than in 2010. On the...
Northern Nevada gaming win up
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/09/2012 - 10:34amRENO - The gaming win in Washoe County in December was up 10.2 percent from a year ago. Reno was up 11.8 percent, Sparks was up 7.75 percent, North Lake Tahoe was up 4.5 percent and the rest of the...
Heavenly and Northstar to open more terrain this weekend
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 01/27/2012 - 6:36pmWith last week's winter storms dropping nearly four feet of snow at Lake Tahoe's south shore, Heavenly Mountain Resort will open more trails and terrain beginning Saturday. Heavenly will open Galaxy Chairlift and the associated trails, Groove Terrain Park with six jumps and 18 creative features, and Lakeview Lodge, which is the final of Heavenly’s nine on-mountain restaurants to open.
Fire destroys house in Incline Village
Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/18/2012 - 7:52pm
An alert neighbor helped keep a residential fire in Incline Village from spreading beyond the lone structure on Wednesday.
North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District officials said the cause of the fire at 665 Country Club Drive is still being investigated. The loss has not been quantified in dollars.
The neighbor reported seeing smoke at 3:40pm Jan. [...]
California labor law issues to be discussed
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/05/2012 - 1:45amAs part of its Chamber EDucation program, the North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce and the Sierra Human Resources Association is hosting a le...
California labor law issues to be discussed
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 9:32pmAs part of its Chamber EDucation program, the North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce and ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../california-labor-law-issu...
Pedestrians Killed in Incline Village Identified as North Lake Tahoe couple
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 01/01/2012 - 11:41amAn Incline Village couple have been identified in the fatal pedestrian accident on Friday night at a crosswalk on State Route 28 in Incline Village. The Nevada Highway Patrol reports Robert C. Mathis and Linda Mathis, both 46 and husband and wife, died from injuries sustained in the accident. Family members have been notified.
Youngster walking after fall from Diamond Peak
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/28/2011 - 12:46pmSteve Eikam, North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District battalion chief, told Lake Tahoe News his department first called for a helicopter, but canceled that when it ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../youngs...
Youngster walking after fall from Diamond Peak
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/28/2011 - 6:36amSteve Eikam, North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District battalion chief, told Lake Tahoe News his department first called for a helicopter, but canceled that when it was determined the injury was minor...
Recycle Christmas trees in Incline
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 4:57pmThe North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District has partnered again with Incline Village General Improvement District's Waste Not Program, to offer the annual free community Christmas Tree Chipping ...
Recycle Christmas trees in Incline
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 3:44amThe North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District has partnered again with Incline Village General Improvement District's Waste Not Program, to offer the annual free ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../recyc...
Squaw, Alpine challenge riders to raise the most
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/21/2011 - 6:30amSo Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows are engaging in a friendly little competition to raise money for Project MANA, Truckee/North Lake Tahoe's hunger relief organization. To kick things off I will d...
NLTRA looking for members for Infrastructure
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 8:01pmThe North Lake Tahoe Resort Association has open seats on its Infrastructure and Transportation committees. These committee seats are two-year terms with ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../nltra-looking-for...
NLTRA looking for members for Infrastructure
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/11/2011 - 12:30amThe North Lake Tahoe Resort Association has open seats on its Infrastructure and Transportation committees. These committee seats are two-year terms with appointments being made by the board of direct...
Government groups figuring out a way to
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 12:25pmBy Susan Voyles, Reno Gazette-Journal. The North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District has saved half of the $6.5 million owed as its share of $43 million tax refunds being paid to Incline Village resid...
Squaw, Alpine Meadows offer value-added weekend ski and ride lessons
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 11:24amThis weekend, beginner skiers and riders can take their first turns on the snow at Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows for just $30 including a beginner lift ticket, rental equipment and lessons during the 12th Annual Learn to Ski and Board Weekend.
North Tahoe to host prestigious travel symposium
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/28/2011 - 10:37amNorth Lake Tahoe will host the 2012 Mountain Travel Symposium, one of the world's premier ski industry wholesale conferences. The April 15-21 conference will ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../north-tah...
Agency advises to celebrate the holidays safely
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 11/27/2011 - 2:12pmBy Tia Rancourt
The winter holidays are a time for celebration with family and friends, and that means more cooking, entertaining, home decorating and an increased risk of home fires due to increased usage of cooking and heating equipment. Most home fires and injuries occur in the kitchen as reported by the U.S. Fire Administration. Here are some simple and easy life-saving tips from the North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District to remember during the holiday season:
Squaw Valley ready to revamp its reputation
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/22/2011 - 2:33pmAt a meeting last month put on by the North Lake Tahoe Resort Association, CEO Andy Wirth talked a bit about the changes coming to Squaw. He was not shy in admitting improvements beyond on-mountain up...
Squaw Valley ready to revamp its reputation
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/22/2011 - 2:15pmAt a meeting last month put on by the North Lake Tahoe Resort Association, CEO Andy Wirth talked a bit about the changes coming to Squaw. He was not shy in ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../squaw-valley-re...
Train to be a weather spotter
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 11/20/2011 - 12:10amThe National Weather Service is hosting a Weather Spotter training course at the North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District on Nov. 30 from 6-7:30pm. ...www.laketahoenews.net/2011/11/train-to-be-a-weat...
Incline fire district lends its chief, much more support to Caughlin fire in Reno
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/18/2011 - 1:38pmINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Mike Brown, chief of the Incline Village-based North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District, received a call at 1:30 a.m. Friday to help manage the regional fight against the C...
Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows merger complete
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Wed, 11/16/2011 - 11:26am
The previously announced transaction between KSL Capital Partners and JMA Ventures which joins Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows under one operating company has officially closed. This announcement affirms that skiers and riders can access Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows’ 6,000 acres, 44 lifts and over 270 trails on one lift ticket or season pass. The two resorts will be connected by convenient, complimentary shuttles that will provide transportation between the two resorts.
“Since announcing the merger, the Alpine Meadows and Squaw Valley joint pass products –the Tahoe Super Pass and Tahoe Super Six, and Squaw Valley’s $50 million Renaissance, the response from our guests has been overwhelmingly positive” said Andy Wirth, Squaw Valley’s president and CEO.“The opportunity to experience these two incredible mountains, each with their own unique spirit and character, through one pass and one ticket has resonated deeply with our guests,” said Wirth. Wirth will take the helm as the president and CEO of Squaw Valley Ski Holdings, LLC, the newly formed parent company of both Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows.
Disc Golf Comes To Incline Village
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/14/2011 - 4:37pmBy Mitch Wiseman
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – There is a growing sport sweeping the nation and it is making its way to Incline Village. Disc golf will be the newest addition to the abundance of recreational activities in the Incline area. With courses already in nearby Truckee, Kings Beach, and South Lake, Incline Village will be the newest course to grace the presence of these already popular courses.
Snippets about Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/14/2011 - 1:43pmCaesars Foundation donated a meal delivery van to Sierra Senior Services, a nonprofit that assists seniors in the North Lake Tahoe and Truckee area. ...www.laketahoenews.net/2011/.../snippets-about-la...
North Tahoe fire plans to pile burn throughout the winter
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/14/2011 - 12:23pmNorth Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District will be pile burning throughout the district weather permitting through the winter months and into the new year ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../north-tahoe-fire-...
NLTRA doles out $46000 to 17 entities
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/10/2011 - 8:58pmThe North Lake Tahoe Resort Association in collaboration with the North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce has awarded $46250 in grants to 17 businesses ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../nltra-association-dole...
Winter recreation lunch on North Shore
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/05/2011 - 1:42amThe North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Winter Recreation Lunch on Nov. 17 at noon, with an 11:30am registration check-in at the Olympic Village Lodge (formerly Olympic Village ...
Wonders of Water Week Returns to Tahoe Schools
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 5:49pmTahoe Resource Conservation District and South Tahoe Environmental Education Coalition (STEEC) environmental educators have been busy bringing water-based interdisciplinary activities to students at Lake Tahoe elementary school classrooms through Wonders of Water curriculum that began Oct. 24 and continues through Nov. 10.
Kokanee salmon reappearing after North Lake Tahoe stream restoration
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/31/2011 - 9:09amTAHOE CITY, Calif. - A stream restoration project on Lake Tahoe's North Shore is reaping environmental benefits as a small fall run of kokanee salmon was spotted in the lower reaches of the creek e...
Heavenly, Northstar begin blowing snow on runs
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Wed, 10/26/2011 - 6:24pmHeavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar California Resort began making snow Tuesday night, a sure sign that winter is upon us and sweet music to the ears of skiers and snowboarders everywhere.
NLTRA looking for board members
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/21/2011 - 11:22amEach November members of the North Lake Tahoe Resort Association elect members of the board of directors. This year, there are five open seats, including ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../nltra-looking-for...
Identity theft workshop in Tahoe Vista
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/21/2011 - 1:11amAs part of its Chamber EDucation program, the North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Sierra Economic Development Corporation is ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../identity-theft-worksh...
Major discussion next week on future of Lake Tahoe ski industry
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/19/2011 - 4:54pmKINGS BEACH, Calif. - The North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Chamber Membership Luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 27, at noon, with registration beginning at 11:30 a.m., at the Nor...
Major discussion next week on future of Lake Tahoe ski industry
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/19/2011 - 4:54pmKINGS BEACH, Calif. - The North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Chamber Membership Luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 27, at noon, with registration beginning at 11:30 a.m., at the Nor...
2-day prescribed burn off Hwy. 28
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/18/2011 - 11:46pmThe North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District is planning on conducting a prescribed burn Oct. 17-18, depending on proper weather conditions and fuel ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../2-day-prescribed-burn...
Prescribed burn for North Tahoe Oct. 19-26
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 10/18/2011 - 5:24pmThe North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District will conduct a prescribed burn during the week of October 19 – October 26, depending on proper weather conditions and fuel moisture content. The projected areas are in the Second Creek drainage and Mill Creek sub-division.
Placer County gives NLTRA $5.4 million
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/17/2011 - 7:08pmThe Placer County Board of Supervisors approved an agreement last week that will provide the North Lake Tahoe Resort Association with more than $5.4 ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../placer-county-gives-nl...
NLTFPD working with students about fire issues
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 10/09/2011 - 5:58pmThe North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District will be teaming up with schoolteachers and students to talk about fire safety during the month of October. Fire Prevention Week is celebrated nationally O...
