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Best of Folsom 2008
Voting is now over for the Best of Folsom... check back in early
May to see who won! |
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MyFolsom Milestones
We've come a long way since we started in 2000... see if you can
remember how we've changed over the years. |
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Express
Gourmet Party
We had a great turnout of around 50-60 people. Not bad for a rainy
night! See who joined us! |
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Movies in Folsom
Did you know that Folsom was the setting for several Hollywood
movies? Take a look! |
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Mormon Island Rediscovered!
Come see what lies beneath Folsom Lake... the mining town of
Mormon Island is starting to reappear! |
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New
Food Reviews
Noble Roman's Pizza, Ruby Tuesday, Pei Wei, Mimi's are the
latest reviews for your dining pleasure. |
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Is
There a Mortgage Crisis?
With several major mortgage companies shutting its doors, it causes
concern. Is there really a mortgage crisis in America? |
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Photos: Hot Summer Nights
A cool new photo journal from some residents of Folsom. Mostly
sunset photos with a few waterfalls from the area. |
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Vista del Lago High School
Come see the new high school before anyone else! We got a great tour
of the campus. |
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Foodies
Rejoice!
New food reviews: Texas West BBQ,
Express Gourmet,
Jack's Urban Eats,
Taqueria La Mexicana,
Sea Harbor Grill |
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Folsom Fog!
Nathan Chilton got a chance to snap some pictures of Lake Natoma on
a foggy winter morning... check out these amazing pictures! |
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Folsom
Yellow Pages
Did you notice...? Our yellow tab is now reserved for an all-new
business directory! Free listings for all businesses... list yours
today! |
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Prairie
City
A mining town long forgotten - find out where this town
once was and what happened to it. |
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Faces of
MyFolsom
Ever wondered what some of our netizens look like? Those brave
enough to show their faces are brought together! |
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Mormon
Island
We've captured a little information on what once once a small
mining community, now underwater. |
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City Government:
Folsom City Council
Andy Morin,
Steve Miklos,
Eric King,
Kerri Howell
Folsom Police, Folsom
Fire Departmentpast &
future projects:
Dam Road,
South of 50,
USBOR,
railroad
block,
Folsom
Dam Bridge,
USACE,
asbestos
Schools:
Folsom
High School,
Vista del
Lago,
Folsom Lake College,
Gallardo Elementary
Tourism:
Folsom Lake,
Sutter Street,
trails,
map,
Folsom Dam,
Folsom
Library, Folsom
Zoo,
biking,
Folsom Rodeo,
railroads,
light rail
Misc:
Intel, Iraq,
Folsom Prison |
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Folsom Fire Dept Helps Out
9 firefighters from Folsom's fire department were sent down to fight the fires in Southern California. Engine 38 and OES Engine 270 are currently fighting in the San Diego area, fighting a fire on an Indian reservation, and another one near San Diego Wild Animal Park.Labels: Folsom Fire Department
originally posted October 24, 2007
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Emergency Fireworks Ordinance Enacted
City Council had an emergency meeting last night to enact an emergency ordinance regarding fireworks, due to the high fire danger. Fireworks are now prohibited after July 4, at 11 city parks, and on private property.
* Discuss in the ForumsLabels: 4th of July, fireworks, Folsom City Council, Folsom Fire Department
originally posted June 27, 2007
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Huge Blaze Erupts in the Preserve
More than 200 firefighters were on hand to fight a brush fire that took off early Thursday evening, over by Young Wo cemetery. 2 storage sheds were burned, and HazMat crews were on hand to help fight the fire. Black smoke could be seen as far away as Sacramento, and was very obvious at Thursday Night Market.
* Discuss in the forums
* SacBee Article
* Thursday Night Market PhotosLabels: Folsom Fire Department
originally posted June 21, 2007
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Folsom Picks New Fire Chief
The City of Folsom has hired a new Fire Chief, to replace Eric Dutton, who is retiring. Sam M. Haverty is currently the Assistant Chief for the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District, and will replace Dutton in mid-July. You may know Haverty from his 2005 liver donation to help save William Weigand, the bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sacramento.
* Full Press ReleaseLabels: Eric Dutton, fire chief, Folsom Fire Department, Sam Haverty
originally posted June 07, 2007
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Folsom FD Gets Much-Needed Upgrade
Folsom Firefighters were happy to see a couple of new vehicles at their disposal - a new fire engine, as well as a water rescue boat. In previous years, neighboring stations would have to come in with a boat, at a time when time is very critical.Labels: Folsom Fire Department
originally posted November 02, 2006
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Fire in Catlin Park
Prairie Oaks residents had a bit of a scare today, as half the park was burned in a grass fire. Fratis Street residents were temporarily evacuated as the fire burned, but it was contained quickly before any structure fires. Fireworks are suspected as the culprit of the fire.
* Pictures from the fireLabels: fireworks, Folsom Fire Department
originally posted July 03, 2006
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Grass Fire Scorches EDH
A grass fire burned about 50 acres of land on the Folsom/El Dorado Hills border on Saturday. No homes were harmed, however some endangered habitats were in the way of the fire. The cause is unknown, however it started close to a subdivision.
* Discussion on the forumsLabels: Folsom Fire Department
originally posted June 18, 2006
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Folsom Fire Adds Some Muscle
Folsom Fire Department recently got a $70,000 grant, which was used to purchase a swiftwater rescue boat and a couple of thermal imaging cameras. This is great news to boaters - search crews can now get to Folsom Lake or Lake Natoma 10-15 minutes quicker in the event of an emergency. Story in the Bee and FolsomLife.com.Labels: Folsom Fire Department
originally posted November 25, 2005
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Meet Folsom's Firefighters
It's more than just fighting fires... 70% of Folsom firefighters devote time to EMT (Emergency Response Team) duties, whether it be a heart attack or a car accident. Read about how the Folsom Fire Department has changed over the years. Bee articleLabels: Car Accident, Folsom Fire Department
originally posted February 14, 2005
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Folsom Firefighters May be on ESPN
The Firefighters Combat Challenge is under way in Katy, Texas, where Folsom Fire Capt. Clint Madden and 3 other Folsom firefighters will take on various fire-related tasks. From there, they travel to El Paso for the US National Championship and possible TV time on ESPN. Full story in the Telegraph.
* About the Firefighter Combat Challenge
Labels: Folsom Fire Department
originally posted October 06, 2004
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Brush Fire in North Folsom Contained
A brush fire was burning along Folsom-Auburn Road, close to a subdivision in Folsom. Folsom-Auburn and Oak Avenue were closed as firefighters controlled the fire. There was no structure damage, although the fire came within 60 feet of houses and a historic orchard was burned. More on the KCRAChannel, the Telegraph, and the Bee.Labels: Folsom Fire Department
originally posted August 12, 2003
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6.22.2003
Folsom's City Budget Includes New Positions
Despite the economic problems of the state, the city of Folsom is benefitting from increased sales tax, water rates, sewer rates, garbage rates, and property taxes. With $12 million more to use than last year, the city is able to build a city library and downtown parking structure, and hire more employees. This includes 5 new police officers, 5 new crime analysts, and additional funds for the Fire Department. More is in the Bee.Labels: Folsom Fire Department, Folsom Library, Folsom Police
originally posted June 23, 2003
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Broadstone Gets New Fire Station
A $2.5 million fire station, the first fire station built in Folsom in over a decade, was opened last month and will serve the Broadstone area of Folsom. 12 new firefighters will be employed in the 11,000 square foot facility, and is a welcome addition to Folsom and the Broadstone area. Another fire station is planned at the corner of Blue Ravine and East Natoma as well. More information is available in the Sacramento Bee.Labels: Folsom Fire Department
originally posted June 06, 2002
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