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Barton continues to support women’s health services in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/04/2012 - 11:16am
Health Care Reform continues to be the buzz word around the nation, and with the upcoming presidential election, reform will continue to be among one of the hottest discussion topics. Reform is aimed at bringing coverage to millions of uninsured Americans, while improving the quality of patient care provided. As a result, medical providers will be faced with cuts in reimbursement for patient services from government and private payers to help pay for the expanded coverage.
One arrested, another hospitalized with third degree burns after hashish drug lab explodes in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/03/2012 - 6:00pmAt 3:17 pm Wednesday, South Lake Tahoe police and fire personnel responded to the report of a structure fire at the Forest Manor, a multi unit two story apartment complex at 3754 Forest Avenue in South Lake Tahoe. As firefighters began to extinguish flames from unit 1 downstairs, police officers assisted with the evacuation of the entire complex.
Drug operation in South Lake Tahoe causes explosion
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/03/2012 - 4:53pmOne man was taken into police custody and another was flown to UC Davis Medical Center with third-degree burns on his face and torso on Wednesday after their drug operation at Forest Manor Apart...
Man flown to Reno following weekend hit-and-run
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/02/2012 - 4:52pmA 25-year-old Santa Rosa man was flown to Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno with non-life-threatening injuries following a hit-and-run in Stateline early Sunday morning.Philip Preston Parsons ...
Pedestrian doing OK after Sunday hit and run accident in Stateline
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/01/2012 - 1:14pmA 25-year-old man suffered a broken right femur and head trauma after being hit by a vehicle early Sunday morning at a crosswalk on Highway 50 in Stateline. Authorities are looking for the driver of the SUV that hit him and left the scene, which happened across from MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa.
The injured California man was flown by Care Flight to Renown Medical Center in Reno where his injuries are considered non-life threatening, said Nevada Highway Patrol Trooper Barbara Stapleton.
El Dorado County authorities make arrest in attempted murder, kidnapping case
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 09/26/2012 - 11:59am
A man wanted by El Dorado County authorities in connection with a kidnapping and attempted murder was arrested Tuesday after deputies chased him for 23 minutes over 16 miles.
Dustin James Woodruff, born July 29, 1985, is suspected of shooting and beating Bryan Santana, 35, of Placerville on July 2, 2012, said El Dorado County Lt. Tim Becker in a news release.
Inaugural Lake Tahoe Lifestyle Festival, more than just a jubilee
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/20/2012 - 11:58pm
A new name and new partnership fashioned after health, recreation and fun; South Lake Tahoe’s inaugural Lake Tahoe Lifestyle Festival drew nearly 2,000 attendees on Saturday, September 8 to Bijou Community Park. This new festival was crafted by Barton Health and the City of South Lake Tahoe to bring children, families and individuals together for health education and non-stop excitement.
Pedestrian struck near South Lake Tahoe crosswalk on Saturday dies
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/20/2012 - 3:41pmA pedestrian who was struck by a Dodge Durango while crossing U.S. Highway 50 Saturday night has died, according to the Washoe County Coroner's Office.
Ohio resident Betty Petrick, 71, was pronounced dead at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno about 2:20 p.m. Tuesday, according to the office.
Brown signs bill to prevent drug overdose deaths
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/17/2012 - 5:27pmSACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - Drug users and underage drinkers seeking medical help will no longer have to fear charges under a so-called "good Samaritan" bill signed by Gov. Jerry Brown.The governor a...
NHP provides more details on Highway 395 Douglas County weekend fatal accidents
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 09/17/2012 - 10:06amThe Nevada Highway Patrol has released more information into two deadly vehicle accidents this weekend that resulted in four fatalities on Highway 395 in Douglas County. The accidents happened within a few hours of each other. The first accident, in which three people died, was reported at 11:45 p.m. Saturday night near Leviathan Mine Road on Highway 395.
Woman critically hurt in South Lake Tahoe crosswalk accident
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 09/17/2012 - 10:01amSouth Lake Tahoe Police have provided more details into Saturday's pedestrian accident on Highway 50 near Heavenly Village that critically injured a 71-year-old Ohio woman on Saturday night.
Here is a news release provided by Lt. Brian Williams of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department:
Fundraiser for Jennifer Leonard family on Sept. 22 at Lake Tahoe Airport
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 09/16/2012 - 9:42pmEvent Date:
September 22, 2012 - 12:00pm
There will be a fundraiser for the Leonard family this Saturday, Sept. 22, from noon to 3 pm at the Flight Deck restaurant at Lake Tahoe Airport, South Lake Tahoe. Requested donation is $10. There will be drawings and a silent auction.
All proceeds will go to the family to help them meet expenses.
Four dead in two overnight accidents in Douglas County on Highway 395
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 09/16/2012 - 12:56pmFour people are dead in two overnight accidents, believed to be alcohol related, on Highway 395 in Douglas County, the Nevada Highway Patrol reports.
The accidents happened within a few hours of each other. The first accident, in which three people died, was reported at 11:54 p.m. Saturday night near Leviathan Mine Road on Highway 395.
Woman hit by SUV on Highway 50 near Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 09/16/2012 - 12:05amA woman was hit by a SUV near the crosswalk across from McP's Pub on Highway 50 near Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe late Saturday night. A CareFlight air ambulance was called and the woman was to be taken to Renown Medical Center in Reno.
At the time paramedics arrived to the accident the woman was breathing but unresponsive, unconscious, with blood coming from her neck and head area. The accident was reported at 11:45 p.m.
DiMatteo released from custody
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/13/2012 - 4:31pmFormer South Lake Tahoe medical marijuana dispensary owner Gino DiMatteo has been released from police custody, according to El Dorado County Sheriff's Office records.DiMatteo, who previously ran t...
Donation part of bribery investigation, nonprofit confirms
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/10/2012 - 10:49amThe Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation confirmed Monday that prosecutors have investigated a donation to the nonprofit in connection with the arrest of former medical marijuana dispensary operator G...
Former pot shop owner pleads not guilty
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/06/2012 - 5:42pmFormer South Shore medical marijuana dispensary owner Gino DiMatteo has pleaded not guilty to felony charges including bribing a City Council member and possession of a controlled substance.Gennaro...
Report: US health care system wastes $750B a year
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/06/2012 - 10:23amWASHINGTON - The U.S. health care system squanders $750 billion a year - roughly 30 cents of every medical dollar - through unneeded care, byzantine paperwork, fraud and other waste, the influentia...
South Lake Tahoe woman, Jennifer Lyrea Leonard, dies in Highway 50 motorcycle crash
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/04/2012 - 11:18amA South Lake Tahoe woman died in a motorcycle crash on Monday near Glenbrook on Highway 50, the Nevada Highway Patrol reports. Jennifer Lyrea Leonard, 50, died after being thrown from the motorcycle she was riding on.
Former pot dispensary owner arrested; councilwoman under investigation
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/04/2012 - 10:26amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The owner of a now-closed South Lake Tahoe medical marijuana dispensary has been arrested on suspicion of bribing a public official and possession of a controlled substan...
Fatal motorcycle accidents at Highway 50 and Mount Rose Highway near Lake Tahoe ties up homebound holiday traffic
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 09/03/2012 - 4:08pmUPDATE: 5:18PM: A female passenger on a motorcycle died this Labor Day and the driver was seriously injured on Highway 50 near Glenbrook, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol. In a separate accident on Mount Rose Highway a motorcyclist has also died.
The Highway 50 accident, reported at 3:13 Monday afternoon near Logan Creek on the East Shore of Lake Tahoe, shut down traffic in the eastbound lane. Traffic, as of 5 p.m. continued to be diverted to the westbound lane, said NHP Trooper Barbara Stapleton.
South Lake Tahoe city councilwoman said to be public official involved in alleged pot shop bribe
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/03/2012 - 3:25pmUPDATE 5:44PM: The City of South Lake Tahoe released this statement from City Councilwoman Angela Swanson on Sunday night: She is being investigated in an alleged bribery case involving former City of Angels II owner Gino DiMatteo.
Councilmember Angela Swanson issued the following statement today to the City Manager’s Office and asked that it be released to the public:
New business offers home care
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/25/2012 - 6:00amA Hand at Home, Lake Tahoe Personal Assistance offers non medical in home senior assistance or help while recovering from surgery, illness or injury. Services the business can provide includes help...
Paramedics respond to motorcycle accident at Highway 50 and Lodi in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/24/2012 - 12:29pmUPDATE 1:55PM: The westbound lane of Highway 50 has been reopened following a motorcycle accident that sent two to the hospital. Traffic is reportedly backed up from Stateline to the Y this afternoon. The accident was reported at 12:17 this afternoon. One victim was transported by air ambulance. A second victim was taken to Barton Memorial Hospital, according to Lake Tahoe News.
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South Lake Tahoe paramedics have responded to Highway 50 and Lodi this afternoon following a motorcycle accident. The victim in the accident will apparently be transported by Calstar air ambulance to Renown Medical Center in Reno. The accident was reported at 12:17 as a collision with a vehicle. Traffic along Highway 50 is being rerouted. The victim was to be transported by ground ambulance to a helicopter landing site near Sierra Boulevard. It is unknown about the condition of the driver of the vehicle. Unconfirmed reports are that the driver was being taken to the South Lake Tahoe police station.
South Lake Tahoe Police provide details after car slams into cyclist, gas station
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/21/2012 - 5:34pm
UPDATE 1:39PM: South Lake Tahoe Police have issued a press release regarding Tuesday's hit and run accident. The victim, a 38-year-old man, remains in an intensive care unit at Renown Medical Center in Reno. South Lake Tahoe Police have commended citizens for their part in locating the suspect.
Man dies after being hit by vehicle on Lake Tahoe Boulevard near Pioneer Trail
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/14/2012 - 9:31pm
UPDATE 3PM: South Lake Tahoe authorities say a 49-year-old man dressed in dark clothes was struck and killed by a van after attempting to cross Lake Tahoe Boulevard outside of the crosswalk.
More details have been released by South Lake Tahoe Police Department regarding Tuesday night's fatal accident that shut down Lake Tahoe Boulevard / Highway 50 from Pioneer Trail to Midway for about three hours. The driver of the van that hit the pedestrian has been cleared of any wrong-doing, according to Sgt. Brad Williams. The investigation is continuing and the identity of the pedestrian is being withheld pending notification of family members.
Update: 4 Motorists Killed, 3 Injured in Three-Vehicle Crash on US 50 in Lyon County
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/14/2012 - 7:08pmThe names of the four people killed in a fiery crash Tuesday on Highway 50 near Dayton in Lyon County may be released on Wednesday, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol. The accident happened shortly before 9:00 a.m. east of Dayton and involved two pickups and a one-ton truck each towing a trailer with two transporting cattle. The four who died and the three injured are all believed to be from Northern Nevada.
Here is a news release by the Nevada Highway Patrol:
FCC Chairman visits Barton Health, praises Telemedicine program
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 08/06/2012 - 9:24am
The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, Julius Genachowski, and Wireline Competition Bureau Deputy Chief, Carol Mattey, visited Barton Memorial Hospital in South Lake Tahoe on Monday, July 30.
Genachowski and his team arrived at Barton to observe best practices in telemedicine and how Barton has implemented and utilized funds from the FCC for the Rural Health Care Pilot Program through their telehealth program.
South Lake Tahoe police arrest man, two others sought in gang-related shooting
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 07/28/2012 - 1:13pmA South Lake Tahoe man faces an attempted murder charge and two others are being sought in what authorities said was a gang-related shooting in June that involved a pedestrian and a vehicle.
On Friday, authorities obtained a warrant and arrested Cesar Caro, 19, at his South Lake Tahoe home. He faces charges of attempted murder in the June 27 incident. His bail was set at $150,000.
Beach benefit for South Shore Lake Tahoe local Sean Riley set for August 15
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 07/28/2012 - 12:31pm
Event Date:
August 15, 2012 - 5:00pm
In May, local community member Sean Riley suffered a traumatic brain injury as a result of a succession of blackouts and falls. A Beach Bash Benefit is being held to help offset Sean’s medical expenses on Wednesday, August 15, 5-8 p.m., at Zephyr Cove Resort.
Sean is an off-road tour guide for Lake Tahoe Adventures and his wife, Georgette, works for the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority and Tahoe Chamber. Sean has been hospitalized since May and came home this week and is now under 24-hour care. He is doing better, but does have some issues with comprehension and memory as a result of the injury, and has a long road to recovery requiring extensive therapy, home supervision and care.
FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski to Visit South Lake Tahoe and Barton Memorial Hospital
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 07/26/2012 - 1:25pm
The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, Julius Genachowski, will visit Barton Memorial Hospital on Monday as part of a tour visiting health care facilities in California and Nevada. The visit coincides with the FCC's Rural Healthcare Pilot Program, in which Barton Health received funding.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department Badge Pinning Ceremony
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 07/26/2012 - 10:16amEvent Date:
August 3, 2012 - 3:00pm
The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department would like to invite the public to attend the Badge Pinning Ceremony on Friday, August 3 from 3:00-4:00 pm at the Senior Center. The Badge Pinning will be for our three newest firefighters and the welcoming of our 19 new firefighter Reserves.
The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department proudly provides the finest fire protection, rescue, emergency medical, hazardous materials control and response services to our community This goal is reflected in the department's mission statement:
Beach bash to raise funds for Tahoe man’s medical care
Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/25/2012 - 2:00amThe Doctors: How to compile your family medical history
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 07/24/2012 - 1:31pmYou watch mom inject herself with insulin to keep her blood sugar down, take pills to manage her cholesterol and go to endless doctor appointments, and you wonder, "Will that be me in 10 or 20 year...
Triglia to close S. Tahoe pot shop; DiMatteo moving into fitness
Submitted by admin on Tue, 07/24/2012 - 1:59am
South Lake Tahoe will definitely be down to one pot club by Aug. 20, with one of the owners staying in town to run a different business. Matt Triglia on Monday withdrew his challenge to being shut down and agreed to a slew of conditions that allow him to operate Patient2Patient medical marijuana collective until Aug. 20 at the latest.
Gino DiMatteo, who was officially evicted last week from his spot on Third Street where he ran City of Angels 2, has told city officials he is buying Push Fitness.
Tuesday medical aid spawns rumors
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 07/23/2012 - 10:35amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — A call for medical aid spawned a series of rumors over the weekend that one policeman called a classic example of how urban legends are started.
Marijuana dispensary to fight permit revocation
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 6:00amA second medical marijuana dispensary in South Lake Tahoe is facing closure after having its operating permit revoked last week.The city revoked Patient to Patient Collective's dispensary permit Ju...
UNR archeologist leads Virginia City hospital excavation team
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 07/18/2012 - 12:12pm
The University of Nevada, Reno, in cooperation with the Nevada State Historic Preservation Office, has sent a team of archaeologists to excavate the site of one of Nevada’s most important early hospitals. St. Mary Louise Hospital in Virginia City opened in 1876 and served the mining community until the early 20th century.
OBITUARY: Patricia Klover
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/18/2012 - 6:00amOctober 18, 1961 - May 17, 2012Patty passed away on May 17th at Loma Linda University Medical Center while waiting on the liver transplant list. She fought hard but in the end she was too sick t...
South Lake Tahoe is close to having just 1 pot shop
Submitted by admin on Tue, 07/17/2012 - 6:12pm
The clarity of where medical marijuana in South Lake Tahoe stands is like walking into a room of pot smokers. Something smells funny and the air is murky.
Accusations flew Tuesday during the City Council meeting, with it clear the electeds are fed up with what they consider is illegal activity occurring at some of the dispensaries.
Letter to the Editor: Sierra Recon
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 07/14/2012 - 10:16pmEditor, Today I ran the Sierra Recon race and entered the green trail the beginners course. I run a different race about every 6 weeks ranging from mud and trail runs to half marathons with all different types of terrain. Today I witnessed a man die on the course. He suffered a head wound and had a seizure and finally stopped breathing. It took over 10 minutes to get medial personnel to assist, leaving competitors to administer CPR.
Man dies while participating in Sierra Recon obstacle event at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 07/14/2012 - 9:29pmUPDATE TUESDAY: A 39-year-old Sparks man died while participating in Saturday's Sierra Recon obstacle event at Sierra-at-Tahoe resort near Lake Tahoe, event officials confirmed.
Strapped Folsom to charge for emergency medical services
Submitted by admin on Sat, 07/14/2012 - 3:54pmCity Council revisits medical marijuana regulations
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 07/14/2012 - 6:00amThe South Lake Tahoe City Council will again discuss how it should regulate medical marijuana dispensaries in the city.On Tuesday, the council is scheduled to discuss and possibly give direction to...
NV bill would license medical pot farms
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/06/2012 - 9:50amCARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) - A former chairman of Nevada's Democratic Party wants to license farms where marijuana can be grown legally and certify pot dispensaries for the first time for the thousands...
KRNV: Undercover officer says pot clubs linked to illegal activities
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 07/06/2012 - 9:13amAn undercover police officer spoke to KRNV MyNews4.com telling the news station that South Lake Tahoe has become a major hub for drug trafficking since the limited legalization of medical marijuana in California.
“The three collectives that are operating here have had every opportunity to operate within the compassionate use act, and they haven't. They flat out have not,” the officer said.
South Lake Tahoe Police and Douglas County Sheriff's Office Report on July 4 crimes
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 07/05/2012 - 11:36amWith the South Shore swelling by more than 100,000 people, authorities remained busy over the Independence Day holiday with a number of calls on both sides of the state line. South Lake Tahoe Police Department Lt. David Stevenson reports the following:
Council reverses stance on pot shop move
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/04/2012 - 6:00amA medical marijuana dispensary in South Lake Tahoe will not be able to move - and could close - after a change in stance by two City Council members this week.On June 5, City Councilmen Tom Davis a...
S. Tahoe council blocks pot club move after initially approving it
Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/04/2012 - 1:59am
What was supposed to be a routine re-vote to remedy an improperly -worded resolution turned into a reversal of an earlier decision during Tuesday’s South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting. The council was scheduled to vote again on a resolution to allow City of Angels 2 medical marijuana dispensary to relocate to a building on Lake Tahoe Boulevard, a move the council voted 4-1 to approve at its meeting on June 5.
