News from June 2022
Marriott Palm Desert locations hiring for 200 open positions
By Donna Rolando | Jun 30, 2022
Marriott Vacations Worldwide is hosting hiring events to fill up to 200 positions across a variety of departments at its five locations in the Palm Desert area.
First monkeypox case treated in Coachella Valley: 'We maintain vigilance to assure safety for our patients and our staff'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 30, 2022
Recent reports from Eisenhower Health have confirmed that the first probable case of monkeypox in Riverside County involved treatment of the patient at a Coachella Valley facility.
Near Provides Greater Palm Springs Precise Insights on Global Visitor Patterns as Travel Recovers to Pre-Pandemic Levels
By Press release submission | Jun 30, 2022
Near’s Tourism Dashboard and Origin Market Length of Stay datasets help drive growth and marketing alignment to enable strategic business decisions
Coachella Valley History Museum History Hunters meets monthly
By Press Release | Jun 30, 2022
The Coachella Valley History Museum’s “History Hunters” group is open to the public and free to join.
Riverside County to receive pet care assistance to 'reduce the number of animals being surrendered by their owners'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 29, 2022
The Riverside County Department of Animal Services was awarded a charitable grant of $90,000 by the PetSmart Charities, Inc., to assist low-income residents with the costs of animal care.
Coachella City Council votes on changes to cannabis industry requirements: 'None of those standards made sense'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 29, 2022
The Coachella City Council recently approved changes to the city's cannabis regulations, removing a 5-acre requirement -- which was often contested -- and cutting down on permit paperwork.
College of the Desert: Report verifies accurate accounting of bond funds
By Press Release | Jun 29, 2022
The Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee for the Desert Community College District approved its annual report on May 27, 2022, confirming that expenditures of voter-approved bond funds in fiscal year 2020-2021 met legal requirements.
Car window smashed to save hot pooch at The Shops at Palm Desert
By Press Release | Jun 29, 2022
A recent incident in the Coachella Valley is a serious reminder to all pet owners: don’t leave your four-legged friends inside vehicles.
'An absolutely phenomenal tool': Coachella Valley Housing Catalyst Fund could receive $15 million in proposed state budget
By Donna Rolando | Jun 28, 2022
The newly proposed state budget could see $15 million being allocated to the Coachella Valley Housing Catalyst Fund, a community group that partners multiple nonprofits that works to enhance housing stability and create paths to “economic mobility for local residents,” the Desert Sun reported Monday.
'Minor Decoy Program' in Palm Desert leads to 3 citations
By Donna Rolando | Jun 28, 2022
A decoy operation recently targeted nine Palm Desert bars and restaurants to determine if they serve alcohol to people under the legal age, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department said.
Fourth of July Weekend at the Tramway
By Press release submission | Jun 25, 2022
Early Opening on July 4 and Guided Nature Walks Continue….
'I Heart Mac & Cheese' restaurant to celebrate its grand opening: 'Palm Springs is such an adult playground'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 24, 2022
The grand opening of the long-anticipated "I Heart Mac & Cheese" restaurant in Palm Springs is set for Wednesday, June 29, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. outside the restaurant.
Teen street gang member charged in Indio with illegal possession of two handguns
By Donna Rolando | Jun 23, 2022
The discovery of two handguns during a search in Indio led to charges against a 15-year-old documented criminal street gang member, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department reported.
Back after COVID-19, the summer film series at Palm Springs Art Museum is 'celebrating Mexican cinema'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 23, 2022
After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the summer film series has returned to Palm Springs Art Museum with "Cine Mexicano," beginning on Thursday, June 30.
Summer Film Series: 'El Ángel Exterminador'
By Press Release | Jun 23, 2022
"El Ángel Exterminador" will be shown Thursday, June 30 at the Palm Springs Art Museum.
Coach of Coachella Valley hockey team confirmed: 'We are thrilled to welcome Dan Bylsma to the Firebirds family'
By John Kelly | Jun 22, 2022
Team officials of the Coachella Valley Firebirds announced recently that Dan Bylsma will be the team's head coach, making him the team's first head coach in the franchise's history.
CCAT seizes 300 fentanyl pills in Coachella home in 'narcotics and weapon investigation'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 22, 2022
The Coachella Community Action Team (CCAT) seized approximately 300 fentanyl pills, other drugs, and a stolen handgun from a Coachella home on Wednesday.
CALI conference in Palm Springs starts this Thursday
By Press Release | Jun 22, 2022
The California Association of Licensed Investigators has issued the following press release:Together Again!
Police investigate murder in Rancho Mirage, no suspect identified
By John Kelly | Jun 22, 2022
A 43-year-old man identified as Alejandro Suarez was killed in Rancho Mirage on June 16.
Stanley Cup, Jack Adams winner Bylsma named inaugural head coach of Coachella Valley Firebirds
By Donna Rolando | Jun 21, 2022
As the Coachella Valley Firebirds hockey team welcomes its first head coach, it is with all the enthusiasm of a drum roll, because Dan Bylsma has a long track record as a hockey coach, including a Stanley Cup championship.