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Renova Energy names Matthew De La Torre chief sales officer for California and Arizona
Renova Energy has announced the appointment of Matthew De La Torre as its new Chief Sales Officer for both the California and Arizona regions. With a 12-year tenure at Renova Energy, De La Torre brings considerable experience to strengthen the company's position in the clean energy sector.
Judge decides Larin Garcia should be sentenced to death for killing four in Palm Springs
In line with a jury's recommendation, a judge from the California Superior Court has decreed that Jose Vladimir Larin Garcia should face capital punishment for the murder of four individuals in Palm Springs five years prior. The severity of Larin Garcia's crime warranted his eligibility for the death penalty.
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Palm Springs Police Department remembers officer killed in the line of duty 63 years ago
By Coachella Valley Times | Jan 23, 2024
Last week, the Palm Springs Police Department commemorated Officer Gale Gene Eldridge, a member of their force who was tragically killed by an armed robber in 1961. Eldridge is one of four officers from the Palm Springs Police Department (PSPD) who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
Fashion luminary Susan Stein to be honored on Palm Springs Walk of the Stars
By Coachella Valley Times | Jan 17, 2024
The City of Palm Springs is set to install the 465th star on the Palm Springs Walk of the Stars. This honor will be bestowed upon Susan Stein, the creative producer and director of Fashion Week El Paseo and Fashion/Scene editor of Palm Springs Life Magazine.
Calvert on military construction bill: 'Our region will continue to play an integral role in our national security'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 7, 2023
U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-Calif.) has joined in endorsing a military construction and Veterans Affairs appropriations bill that promises growth at the March Air Reserve Base. Calvert contributed to the measure's recent passage in the House with a majority vote of 219 to 211.
North Palm Springs' Humane Society of the Desert: 'The prettiest pittie ever is still looking for a forever home'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | May 19, 2023
Emma just might be the perfect dog. This female pitbull mix is 3 years old, great with people, gentle with kiddos, dog-friendly and leash trained and potty trained.
La Quinta Brewing cofounder: ‘We’ll continue to make great beer and support the community here in the desert'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | May 5, 2023
Founded 10 years ago by Derek Lloyd and Scott Stokes, La Quinta Brewing Co. has quickly gained popularity throughout the desert region.
Calvert on honorary promotion of astronaut to brigadier general: 'Buzz Aldrin has inspired Americans for generations'
By Sam Jackson | May 4, 2023
U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) recently announced that former astronaut and retired U.S. Air Force Col. Buzz Aldrin has been promoted to the honorary rank of brigadier general.
Community gathers to honor Indio Marine Cpl. Hunter Lopez on anniversary of his death
By Ani Gasparyan | Palm Springs Desert Sun | Aug 28, 2022
Coachella Valley residents gathered on Friday evening for a candlelight vigil honoring Marine Cpl. Hunter Lopez of Indio, who was killed a year ago in a suicide bomber attack in Afghanistan.
Paws your scroll-- It's time for another Arya update!
By Press release submission | May 14, 2022
We are happy to share that Arya's wounds are healing so well that her bandages have been removed.
Dori Petee Honored as MSWD Person of the Year by Desert Hot Springs Rotary
By Press release submission | Apr 18, 2022
During the Desert Hot Springs Rotary Club Big Heart Awards ceremony held last Thursday, Executive Assistant Dori Petee was honored as the Mission Springs Water District Person of the Year for her outstanding contributions to the DHS community.