Monthly Archives: January 2017

A bank robbery? Time to call Mr. Crime Stopper!

Posted on January 27, 2017 by George Boardman

Some miscreant, apparently scared out of Nevada City by Jeff “Podunk” Pelline, held up the Tri Counties Bank branch on Combie Road Thursday–practically at the front gate of Lake of the Pines! The thief probably thought The Queen of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Crime, Jeff Pelline, Nevada City, Uncategorized | 1 Comment

Why does it take so long to post comments on this blog?

Posted on January 27, 2017 by George Boardman

I’ve been getting questions about why it takes so long for me to post comments on this blog. Some people interpret this tardiness as rejection and send their comments to other blogs, presumably so the world can read their insights. … Continue reading →

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Foot soldier LaMalfa ready to back austere(?) President Trump

Posted on January 26, 2017 by George Boardman

Apparently inspired by the proceedings, Rep. Doug LaMalfa issued a statement after Donald Trump’s inauguration pledging to work closely with the new president to improve the lives of all Americans. LaMalfa, always willing to follow the Republican leadership in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Donald Trump, Politics, Rep. Doug LaMalfa, Republican Party, Uncategorized | 3 Comments

Journalism that stands apart in The Union

Posted on January 23, 2017 by George Boardman

Jeff “Podunk” Pelline’s animus toward The Union is well-known in these parts–hell, he’s been obsessing about the place ever since they cut him loose several years ago. But his hatred of the paper can make him look like a fool, … Continue reading →

Posted in Jeff Pelline, Media, The Union newspaper, Uncategorized | 6 Comments

Compton, or The Queen of the Northern Mines?

Posted on January 23, 2017 by George Boardman

Jeff “Podunk” Pelline reports that his son’s bike was stolen right off their front porch recently (ever hear of locks?). This goes with previous complaints about bank robberies in the neighborhood, granny units, cars up on blocks, and ruffians raising … Continue reading →

Posted in Jeff Pelline, Nevada City, Uncategorized | 3 Comments

Supervisor Heidi Hall’s on the job…in Washington

Posted on January 20, 2017 by George Boardman

When Heidi Hall was sworn in recently as the new District 1 supervisor, she said she has a lot of things she wants to accomplish, including new cannabis regulations, helping the county’s homeless population, and preparing for fire season. But … Continue reading →

Posted in Heidi Hall, Nevada County Board of Supervisors, Uncategorized | 15 Comments