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In a strong move to counter misinformation, the City of Santa Maria has issued a statement aimed at dispelling rumors regarding the purported defunding of the Fire Department. Recent claims circulated by City employees have suggested that actions taken by three Santa Maria Councilmembers led to a reduction in financial support for local fire services. These allegations have been unequivocally refuted by city officials. Addressing the community a…

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Santa Maria City Addresses Misinformation Regarding Fire Department Funding

A beleaguered incumbent and his challenger for a seat on the Santa Maria Public Airport District board discussed their visions for the facility’s future Monday night in Orcutt. David Baskett, who has served multiple terms, and Tony Guy, an aerospace engineer, participated in the forum held at the Luis OASIS Senior Center with approximately 55 people in the audience as they discussed a variety of topics. One question focused on military aircraft …

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Candidates for Santa Maria Airport Board Seat Air Ideas at Forum

Young Child Dies After Crash on West Cypress in Santa Maria Santa Maria, CA (October 14, 2024) – The Santa Maria Police are investigating a fatal crash on West Cypress involving a 1-year-old child. A car struck and killed a young child in Santa Maria over the weekend. The Santa Maria Police Department reported that […]

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1-Year-Old Killed In Tragic Crash On West Cypress [Santa Maria, CA] - Nationwide Report

Students fresh out of high school often don’t realize the career opportunities and levels of salary existing in the North County manufacturing industry, several speakers said during a recent forum.  EconAlliance of Northern Santa Barbara County held a Santa Maria forum on the area’s manufacturing industry where company representatives, educators and job training program leaders shared their insights.  “We see a lot of our students coming in not …

Employers, Educators Talk Strategy for Filling Manufacturing Jobs

In a solemn yet proud ceremony, the County of Santa Barbara paid tribute to five individuals for their exemplary acts of bravery in response to the courthouse bombing event that shocked the Santa Maria community. The recognition took place during the recent Board of Supervisors meeting, shining a spotlight on the courageous deeds that arose in the face of danger. On the morning of September 25, 2024, Nathaniel James McGuire, a 20-year-old reside…

Heroes Honored for Their Courage During Santa Maria Courthouse Bombing Incident

A 1-year-old child was struck and killed by a vehicle on Sunday afternoon in Santa Maria.  Shortly after 1 p.m., Santa Maria police officers responded to the 600 block of West Cypress St. after a caller reported a vehicle had hit a 1-year-old, Lt. Paul Van Meel said Monday. The child was transported to Marian Regional Medical Center and, despite lifesaving efforts, was pronounced dead due to the injuries. The child’s name will be released after …

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Toddler Dies After Being Hit by Vehicle in Santa Maria

On 10/13/24 at 1305 hours, SMPD Officers responded to the 600 block of West Cypress to a call of a vehicle striking a 1-year-old. The child was transported to Marian Medical Center and, despite lifesaving efforts, was pronounced as deceased. The SMPD Traffic Bureau responded and took control of the investigation, which is still underway. The SMPD Traffic Bureau is requesting anyone with information call 805-928-3781 extension 2315 for Officer Ro…

Santa Maria Police Investigating Traffic Collision That Struck and Killed Infant

The 2023 explosion that damaged residences in Santa Maria has led to a lawsuit blaming Santa Maria firefighters, utility companies, a smart meter manufacturer and property owner for the incident.  The lawsuit filed on behalf of plaintiff Gloria Scozzari, who lived at 1223 Jackie Lane, names the city of Santa Maria, Sempra and its subsidiary Southern California Gas Company, Laverne Theresa Perry as trustee for the Perry Family Revocable Trust and…

Lawsuit Linked to 2023 Santa Maria Explosion Alleges Negligence

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A vegetation fire erupted in the Santa Maria Riverbed in southern San Luis Obispo County late Thursday afternoon.  The fire had burned about 70 acres of grass in the riverbed on the east side of Highway 101 by 5:20 p.m., Cal Fire spokesperson Ryan Greed said.  By 5:30 p.m., it had reached an estimated 90 acres, the agency said in a post on X.  The fire was 0% contained and had significant potential to spread, Greed said. “We’re still very much o…

CalFire Battles 90-acre Vegetation Fire in Santa Maria Riverbed

An Orcutt man entered not-guilty pleas in San Luis Obispo County Superior Court for three felony charges stemming from a fatal crash that killed a Santa Maria man early Sunday morning.  Dylan River Lossing, 20, was arrested following the multiple-vehicle crash on Highway 101 north of Highway 166 after 2 a.m. After a solo vehicle rollover crash blocked the southbound lanes, a Honda driven by Lossing approached the rear of a 2012 Nissan Altima tha…

Orcutt Man Faces 3 Felony Charges for Fatal DUI Crash, Victim Identified

Ippolito International is launching a new product line in the fresh-cut vegetables category: Queen Victoria Brussels Bites™ Kits. Brussels sprouts have been a rapidly growing segment within the fresh vegetables market. Significant growth has occurred in the foodservice arena, with Brussels sprouts…

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