Tag: safety
More than one-third of Christmas tree home fires occur in January
If you’re struggling to part ways with your Christmas tree, consider this: More than one-third (35 percent) of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees...
Families report alleged caregiver manipulation; local investigator urges vetting, APS calls when needed
Subscribers have recently come to the Village News and Valley News office with accounts of alleged caregiver fraud and manipulation involving elderly loved ones,...
Plan to keep the holidays bright with safe drives
Choose a sober way to go
MENIFEE – As the holiday season approaches, the Menifee Police Department reminds drivers to celebrate responsibly by choosing a...
Tips to stay safe this Black Friday
Chief Sam DiGiovannaCALIFORNIA – Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving when holiday gift buying begins. Sales offering big discounts lure customers into stores,...
Thanksgiving is leading day of the year for U.S. home cooking fires
CALIFORNIA – An estimated 1,446 home cooking fires were reported to U.S. fire departments on Thanksgiving Day in 2023, reflecting a 388 percent increase...
Menifee Police Department conducting motorcycle safety enforcement
MENIFEE – The Menifee Police Department will have extra officers out on patrol Wednesday,
November 19, 2025, looking for violations made by drivers and motorcyclists...
Menifee Union School District’s Bike Skills Day empowers students with safety education and fun
MENIFEE – Menifee Union School District (MUSD) hosted its annual Bike Skills Day at the district office on Saturday, Sept. 13, transforming the space...
Grandparents’ Day offers a timely reminder to practice medicine safety and safe medication storage
September 7 was Grandparents’ Day, and the California Poison Control System (CPCS) reminds grandparents that it’s a good day to take stock of the...
Staying safe for Labor Day
The first Monday of September is when many workers take the day off and enjoy time relaxing with friends and family for Labor Day,...
Drive smart for back-to-school month: Slow down and look for children
MENIFEE – As summer draws to a close and students prepare to return to school, the Menifee Police Department reminds all drivers to make...