News from May 2024
Connecting Coachella Community Workshop and Survey
By Coachella Valley Times | May 1, 2024
Coachella residents are invited to participate in shaping the future of walking and biking in the city through the Connecting Coachella project. The initiative aims to gather public opinions on the project's development.According to a statement released by the project coordinators, individuals are encouraged to engage in the process by attending a Community Workshop scheduled for Monday, May 6th at 5pm. The workshop will be held at the Coachella Library and aims to provide a platform for residents to share their thoughts on the project implementation, particularly...
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Responsibly
By Coachella Valley Times | May 1, 2024
Perris, Calif. – The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, Perris Station, is urging the public to celebrate Cinco de Mayo responsibly by planning ahead and designating a sober driver.Sergeant Jeremy Bracey emphasized the importance of responsible celebration, stating, "Don’t put yourself and others on the road at risk by driving impaired." He advised those planning to indulge in a drink or two to "leave your keys at home and designate a sober driver."Additionally, the Perris Sheriff Station cautioned that impairment can result from substances beyond alcohol. "Alcohol is...
Cathedral City State of the City Award Winners Announced
By Coachella Valley Times | May 1, 2024
The Cathedral City State of the City event recently announced its award winners for the year. Among the recipients were Sandy Jimenez from NBC Palm Springs/Univision, who received the Volunteer of the Year award. The Cathedral City Senior Center was recognized as the Non-Profit of the Year, while Agua Caliente Cathedral City was named Business of the Year.The event also expressed gratitude towards its sponsors, which included Presenting Sponsors like Amazon, Desert Care Network, and Palm Springs International Film Society, as well as Centerpiece Sponsors such as...
ABC Conducts Shoulder Tap Operation to Curb Underage Drinking
By Coachella Valley Times | May 1, 2024
Agents from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) and deputies from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office carried out an operation in Wildomar and Lake Elsinore on April 27, 2024, resulting in the arrest of two individuals for providing alcoholic beverages to minors. The joint operation aimed to target adults purchasing alcohol for individuals under the legal drinking age.The operation, known as a Shoulder Tap operation, involved a minor decoy supervised by a peace officer approaching patrons outside liquor or convenience stores to request alcohol...