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South Lake Tahoe K9 officers sworn in during ceremony
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/19/2015 - 10:50pm
The South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting on Tuesday was taken over by the dogs. After Lisa Maloof handed over a check to cover the purchase and care for Ricci, three new canine officers for the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) were sworn in.
Ricci, a 22-month-old Belgian Malinois from Holland, was joined by Tara, also a Belgian Malinois from Holland, and Quatro, a German Shepherd from Slovakia, as the newest members of SLTPD's K9 team.
Heavenly Valley Ski Patrol K9 has cancer; fundraising campaign started
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/19/2015 - 10:02pm
Summit, an integral member of the Heavenly Ski Patrol for the last ten seasons, is facing an uphill battle after being diagnosed with aggressive firbro-sarcoma two weeks ago.
A fundraising campaign has been started to get the $5,000 to $10,000 needed to be treated at UC Davis with radiation and for follow-up care. The cancer began in his eye socket and has now infiltrated his sinus cavity.
Doctor's gave Summit two weeks to live without intervention, but his owner Colton Terry wanted to do all he could to let the dog who had helped so many "become an old man."
Lisa Maloff donates $141,000 for new South Lake Tahoe Police K9
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/18/2015 - 6:46pm
Lisa Maloff has recently donated millions of dollars to the South Lake Tahoe community to help at the community college, hospital and other needed areas. She was honored during Tuesday's City Council meeting for her recent donation to purchase and train Ricci, the Police Department's newest K9 officer.
South Lake Tahoe pair arrested on felony drug trafficking charges
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/07/2015 - 3:48pm
Two from South Lake Tahoe were arrested Thursday on felony drug trafficking and other charges after a traffic stop led to the discovery of methamphetamine and heroin, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Elizabeth Gosh, 30, and Kyle Leake, 48, were taken into custody at 7:04 p.m. and booked into Carson City Jail. According to the arrest report, deputies with the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Special Enforcement Team were patrolling in an unmarked car and observed a white two door sedan with California plates run through a solid red strop light at the intersection of Roop and Long streets.
Search for missing San Francisco teacher continues in Sierra
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/29/2015 - 11:04pm
The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office Search & Rescue is still looking for 45-year-old Edward Cavanaugh who was last seen on July 17 riding his blue Yamaha YZ250 motorcycle in the Rock Creek trail system near Georgetown.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/21/2015 - 7:29pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
6/14
Standoff at the Tahoe Keys Marina ends with arrest of suspect
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/20/2015 - 6:17pm
6/21/15 4:45 p.m. update:
More details of Saturday's arrest have been released by the South Lake Tahoe Police Department.
As the pursuit of a car driven by 35-year-old Cory Pearson of Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe ended at the Tahoe Keys Marina, officers were able to establish a perimeter around his vehicle which had been reported stolen in Lakeland Village. Pearson yelled to officers that he was armed with a gun and threatened to use it if anyone approached. The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) SWAT Team and Crisis Response Team were called to assist.
Open House at South Lake Tahoe Police Department
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/11/2015 - 9:43am
Event Date:
June 11, 2015 - 3:00pm
Join the City of South Lake Tahoe as they celebrate the city's 50th Anniversary!
As part of the year long celebration, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department will be hosting an open house at the police department located at 1352 Johnson Blvd. on Thursday, June 11th from 3 p.m.- 7 p.m. in honor of the City’s 50th Anniversary. Children are welcome and will enjoy static displays and talk to officers assigned to special teams such as K9 and SWAT.
There are also special giveaway items for all who attend. We look forward to seeing you there!
South Lake Tahoe Police officers to be honored in ceremony
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/06/2015 - 2:57pm
Event Date:
May 14, 2015 - 2:00pm
Not only are eight South Lake Tahoe Police Department employees being honored during a ceremony on Thursday, May 14, two K9s will be officially sworn in.
The annual ceremony is held in conjunction with National Peace Officer’s Memorial Week. This year, the awards will be given during part of the City of South Lake Tahoe's 50th Anniversary celebration.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/09/2015 - 10:34pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
2/1
1:12 a.m. - Verbal Domestic Dispute - Keller Road - 33-YEAR OLD MAN AND 26-YEAR OLD WOMAN.
11:11 a.m. - Suspicious Circumstances - Pioneer Trail - PRIVATE VEHICLE BEARING FIREFIGHTER DECALS AND RED EMERGENCY LIGHTS WAS BEING DRIVEN BY A 59-YEAR OLD WOMAN.
South Lake Tahoe K9 Association gives back to animals in need
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/25/2014 - 1:12am
Not wanting to leave animals out of the holiday excitement, the South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association (SLTPCA) joined forces with Pet Station on Christmas Eve to give presents to some furry friends at the animal shelter.
It may have been snowing outside but it was warm inside the El Dorado County Animal Services office as gifts were brought in by the SLTPCA who had received a wish list from the agency.
Pet Station offered to help the officers in fulfilling the wish list.
Police K-9 Trials and Fire Fest on tap for Saturday in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/27/2014 - 10:28am
The 7th Annual K9 Trials are being held in South Lake Tahoe all day Saturday. They started with Dog Patrol competition at Lakeview Commons this morning. More events will follow at the beach and the public is invited to attend.
Free admission to the 25th Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/18/2014 - 9:11pm
Air show officials have decided to drop the $10 entrance fee and offer free admission to all attendees for the 25th Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show this Saturday, September 20th from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. at Tahoe Valley Airport in South Lake Tahoe.
Last year's air show was canceled due to heavy smoke from the Rim Fire. Officials are monitoring the King Fire's smoke and movement, but at this time there are no flight closures and the aerial performances and all on ground activities are still going to occur.
This year’s show which will includes:
25th Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/16/2014 - 10:59pm
The 25th annual Lake in the Sky Air Show at Lake Tahoe Airport in beautiful South Lake Tahoe, California is scheduled for this Saturday, September 20, 2014. The Lake in the Sky Air Show has been described as “the best in the west” by one of its many professional aerial participants.
This year’s show which will includes:
Aerial Performances by Jon Melby, Bill Cornick, Spencer Suderman and Carl Liepold
Static Displays
Two World War II aircraft will be on display and will do a Fly-By during the Show. The aircraft are the F6F Hellcat and The Japanese Zero
the Cash Only Band
5th Annual Peaks & Paws to raise money for Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 10:31pm
Event Date:
August 23, 2014 - 11:00am
If you're ready for a day of fun in the sun with music, entertainment, beer, wine and dog-centered activities, then the 5th annual Peaks & Paws Festival is for you. This event is one of Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe's biggest fundraiser of the year. It will be held on Saturday, August 23 at the Village at Squaw Valley from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Leashed canine companions are welcome to attend.
25th Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show flies into town
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/27/2014 - 11:33pm
Event Date:
September 20, 2014 - 8:00am
The 25th annual Lake in the Sky Air Show at Lake Tahoe Airport in beautiful South Lake Tahoe, California is scheduled for Saturday, September 20, 2014. The Lake in the Sky Air Show has been described as “the best in the west” by one of its many professional aerial participants.
This year’s show which will include exciting aerobatic performances by several top performers including Bill Cornick, Jon Melby and Spencer Suderman.
SLT Police Canine Association Holding Logo Contest for K-9 Trials
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/15/2014 - 10:45pm
The South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association is looking for an exciting new logo for the upcoming K-9 Trial in September 2014. We invite you to participate in our logo design contest. Submissions deadline is July 18, 2014.
South Lake Tahoe Police K9 Trials
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/04/2013 - 10:43pm
Event Date:
October 5, 2013 - 8:00am
Fifty canine (K9) teams are expected at this year's South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association's annual K9 trials on October 5.
This K9 Trial will determine the top K9 Teams for the year. This fun event is open to the public and starts around 8:00 AM at the Babe Ruth Baseball fields at 1090 Lyons Avenue. The rest of the events will take place at various locations around the city.
Dog Agility Park Opening Celebrated by Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/04/2013 - 10:17pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe and the South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association (SLTPCA) worked in partnership to install several pieces of custom dog agility equipment at Bijou Park. A Ribbon Cutting ceremony was held on Sunday, September 22nd to celebrate the opening of the Bijou Dog Agility Park.
Every Dog Has It's Day and in Tahoe it's Sunday!
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/19/2013 - 4:44pm
Event Date:
September 22, 2013 - 1:00pm
It may not look like it today, but by Sunday the Bijou Dog Park Agility Course will have its grand opening. The official ribbon cutting ceremony will be at 1 pm on Sunday at Bijou Community Park.
The South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association (SLTPCA) has worked for over a year to move this course from a dream into a reality.
South Lake Tahoe and canine association team up to install agility equipment at Bijou Dog Park
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/09/2013 - 5:30pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe and the South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association are working in partnership to prepare and install the agility equipment at the Bijou Park.
After careful consideration and discussions with all of the City Departments involved in this project it has been decided that the dog agility park will be located across from the dog park instead of inside the current dog park. We believe this is a better option and will be easier to maintain.
South Lake Tahoe Goes to the Dogs
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/31/2013 - 12:27pm
Event Date:
August 17, 2013 - 10:00am The 2nd Annual Dog Carnival returns to South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, August 17 from 10 am to 4 pm. The non-profit Dawgs on the Run puts on the event to promote the fun and benefits of having dogs in our lives. This full day of fun is for dogs and their humans to enjoy and includes games, contests, raffles, food, prizes and informative demonstrations. All leashed dogs are invited!
Dog Games and contests during the day include:
Play Dead Time Contest
Peanut Butter Lick Contest
Agility Contest
South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association Logo Design Contest
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 05/06/2013 - 10:53amThe South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association is looking for an exciting new logo for the upcoming K-9 Trial in October 2013. We invite you to participate in our logo design contest. Please plan on submitting your creative design today and the submissions deadline is June 30, 2013.
The winning logo design will be printed on the backs of our T-shirts, sweatshirts, trophies and other K9 Trial paraphernalia. This is a wonderful opportunity to give your design idea public attention and a published portfolio piece.
Three arrested in South Lake Tahoe; face weapons, drugs and conspiracy charges
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/19/2013 - 9:30amA traffic stop in South Lake Tahoe resulted in the arrest of three suspected felons. The driver was armed with a loaded handgun. Shortly after 4pm, on Monday, Feb. 18 South Lake Tahoe Police Officer Travis Cabral conducted a traffic stop in a residential area off of Pioneer Trail after seeing a vehicle driving on the wrong side of the road.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office offers academy for citizens
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/05/2013 - 10:15amThe El Dorado County Sheriff's Office has announced classes for its 2013 Citizen's Academy. Residents of the county can learn about the law enforcement agency and its many functions, said Sheriff John D’Agostini.
Classes run one night each week, (typically Tuesdays) from 6 to 9 p.m.. The next academy is scheduled to begin March 19 and will end June 25, 2013 The academy classes are held at the Sheriff’s Placerville OES training facility. The Citizen’s Academy is offered on a first come first served basis to El Dorado County residence and is free of charge.
South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association hosts 5th annual K9 Trials
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 09/15/2012 - 4:30amThe South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association will host the 5th annual K9 Trials on Sept. 21-22 in South Lake Tahoe. It is anticipated that 50 K9 teams from police departments throughout California and Nevada will compete in the competition. The narcotics trials will be held on Friday, September 21 at the Royal Valhalla Motor lodge at 2pm. The patrol dog competition will be held at the Babe Ruth Little League Field on Saturday, September 22 beginning at 8am. Contact Josh Adler at (530) 208-6243 or at jadler@cityofslt.us for more info for go to www.SLTPCA.org
South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association Gears up for 5th Annual K9 Trails
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 09/01/2012 - 11:24amThe South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association (SLTPCA) will be hosting the 5th annual K9 Trials on September 21st and 22nd. Sponsorship opportunities and advertising space is available in the 2012 event program ranging in cost from $50-$300.
The SLTPCA is a non-profit organization and your sponsorship contributions are tax deductible.
Authorities discover marijuana grow operation in Douglas County foothills near Jacks Valley
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/15/2012 - 2:47pmA large marijuana grow area was discovered near Jacks Valley in the Toiyabe National Forest along the eastern foothills, Douglas County authorities said Wednesday.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is looking for three suspects associated with the grow and have warned that the men are hiding in the forest and may emerge at any number of locations in Douglas County, including Glenbrook on the Lake Tahoe side.
Suicidal woman detained by South Lake Tahoe authorities after armed standoff
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 06/14/2012 - 9:05am
A 49-year-old Sacramento kept authorities at bay overnight in an armed standoff at a South Lake Tahoe motel. The following information comes from South Lake Tahoe Police regarding the standoff at the Pine Cone Acre Motel in South Lake Tahoe. No shots were fired.
Woman detained after tense overnight standoff with police
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 06/13/2012 - 8:54pm
UPDATE 8:50AM; Here is the latest from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department regarding the armed standoff overnight. The woman was detained by authorities at around 5 a.m.
Armed Standoff with Barricaded Suicidal Subject
South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association at Home and Garden Show
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 04/29/2012 - 4:51pmThe South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association held a demonstration at the Home and Garden Show over the weekend at Lake Tahoe Community College. K9 Argo and SLTPD officers offered the demonstration. For more information on the Association, go here.
K-9 Trials in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 09/03/2011 - 5:20am24 at 9am the South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association will host the 2011 K9 Trials at Babe Ruth Little League Field, 1100 Lyons Ave., South Lake Tahoe. This event is sanctioned through the Western ...
Police K9 Trial in September
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 7:09pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Police K9 Association will hosting the fourth annual Police K9 Trial on Sept. 23-24, 2011.The patrol dog competition will be held Sept. 24 at the Bab...
