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Gary Daigneault

Gary Daigneault

Gary Daigneault has been a broadcast journalist for 45 years with awards and citations from the Associated Press, National Association of Broadcasters, Radio-Television News Association, Radio Inc. Magazine, five “Golden Mic” and four “Mark Twain” awards.…

COUNTY SUPERVISORS MOVE TO OVERRIDE VOTER-BACKED $60,000 SALARY CAP

Gary Daigneaultby Gary Daigneault
July 28, 2022

At their meeting on Tuesday (July 26), San Bernardino County Supervisors unanimously voted to put an ordinance on the November ballot to override Measure K. In 2020, more than two-thirds of county voters approved the Measure K ballot initiative, which slashed annual compensation for county supervisors from roughly $250,000 to $60,000 and set a term limit to a single four-year stint. County supervisors responded by filing a lawsuit that the measure, was unconstitutional, and after a recent…

MONSOON SEASON SAFETY TIPS

Gary Daigneaultby Gary Daigneault
July 26, 2022
MONSOON SEASON SAFETY TIPS

Unpredictable weather and monsoon activity can happen anytime, anywhere, drastically affecting driving conditions. To prevent flood-related deaths, avoid flood waters, and never drive around barriers blocking flooded roads. Always check travel conditions for wildfires and road closures. In heavy downpours, pull to the side if you cannot see, but do not keep brake or hazard lights on. Above all, slow down to avoid hydroplaning and other vehicles, and when you encounter a flash flood, do not…

SUMMER HEAT IS HERE… SOME THINGS TO REMEMBER

Gary Daigneaultby Gary Daigneault
July 26, 2022
A HOT WEEKEND IN JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, PREPARE ACCORDINGLY

The summer sizzle is in full swing with our Morongo Basin in the triple digits. The high temperatures increase the chances of heat related illnesses. When it comes to heat safety it's important to remember vulnerable populations like children and the elderly. The National Weather Service reports that heat is one of the leading weather-related killers in the country. As much as possible people are encouraged to remain indoors with air conditioning and avoid long periods of sun exposure…

TWENTYNINE PALMS MAN ACCUSED OF CONTINUOUS SEXUAL ABUSE OF CHILDREN FOR 8 YEARS

Gary Daigneaultby Gary Daigneault
July 19, 2022
TWENTYNINE PALMS MAN ACCUSED OF CONTINUOUS SEXUAL ABUSE OF CHILDREN FOR 8 YEARS

A Twentynine Palms man was taken into custody Friday (July 15), accused of sexually abusing two children over the past 8 years. According to the Sheriff’s Department, 15, 2022, Deputies Stumbo and Bakker responded to a residence in Twentynine Palms after a report of a sexual assault to a minor . The Deputies contacted a 14 year old who said Rick Lewis, 33, had been sexually assaulting children there since they were six years old. The victim made statements which indicated a violation of Lewd and…

REPORT OF BAD SMELLS RESULTS IN A HORRIBLE DISCOVERY OF ANIMAL ABUSE

Gary Daigneaultby Gary Daigneault
July 19, 2022
TWENTYNINE PALMS MAN ACCUSED OF CONTINUOUS SEXUAL ABUSE OF CHILDREN FOR 8 YEARS

Neighbors asking Sheriff’s deputies to investigate bad smells from a Wonder Valley property resulted in the discovery of a scene right out of a horror movie. According to a Sheriff’s Press release, Friday (July 15) at about 11:00 a.m. deputies responded to a report of suspicious death odors coming from a property in the 86000 block of Amboy Road, they attempted contact with the homeowners, but no one was home. While investigating the foul smell, deputies discovered six large, deceased dogs…

VEHICLE VS. BICYCLE HIT AND RUN IN 29 PALMS RESULTS IN 2 SERIOUS INJURIES

Gary Daigneaultby Gary Daigneault
July 19, 2022
TWENTYNINE PALMS MAN ACCUSED OF CONTINUOUS SEXUAL ABUSE OF CHILDREN FOR 8 YEARS

Two Twentynine Palms residents sharing a bicycle were seriously injured in a hit and run crash Saturday night (July 15). According to Sheriff’s release, at about 11:00 p.m., deputies responded to the area of Sullivan Road and Bullion Avenue after a report of two subjects being struck by a vehicle. The victims were traveling eastbound on Sullivan Road on a bicycle when they were struck by a vehicle described as being a red or burgundy two door sedan. Evidence located at the scene indicated the…

MOTORCYCLE CRASH VICTIM SUSPECTED OF STEALING THE BIKE

Gary Daigneaultby Gary Daigneault
July 18, 2022

A Yucca Valley man was arrested and hospitalized after a motorcycle crash in which the motorcycle turned out to be stolen. According to responding deputies, at about 9:00 pm Thursday night (7/14) they were called to Joshua Lane in Yucca Valley after a 9-1-1 call reporting a motorcycle down. The rider was described as breathing but moaning and bleeding, not talking or responding. They determined the motorcycle was going Northbound when it hit a curb, causing the rider to lose control and crash.…

MONSOON SEASON SAFETY TIPS

Gary Daigneaultby Gary Daigneault
July 15, 2022
MONSOON SEASON SAFETY TIPS

Caltrans is alerting the traveling public that the National Weather Service has announced the start of Monsoon Weather Season, which continues through September 30th. Gary Daigneault joins us with these Monsoon safety tips…

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