The Arcata Police Department is searching for two suspects in a strong-arm robbery who fled in a black Nissan Rogue. According to APD Detective Sgt. Chris Ortega, at about 12:51 p.m., his department received a report of the crime and responded to a motel in the 4800 block of Valley West in Arcata where they […]
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Arcata Police Responding to Stabbing Report
Just after 7 p.m., law enforcement officers were sent to the 1800 block of 11th Street in Arcata where a person was reportedly stabbed. They were told to respond Code 3 (with lights and siren.) “Victim possibly stabbed with a rusty blade,” said first responder at the scene. No other details were immediately available.
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HSU Campus Back Open Today
Humboldt State University is reopening today for on-campus classes after being closed for several days due to air quality concerns, according to a news release. “All face-to-face courses, outdoor activities, virtual instruction and operations will continue as scheduled,” the release states. According to AirNow’s Fire and Smoke Map, Arcata’s current air quality index is 45, or ‘good.’ The […]
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UPDATE: Barn Fire Near Arcata Continuing to Burn
UPDATE: A barn fire that erupted Sunday afternoon on the 800 block of Mad River Road in Arcata is expected to continue burning for at least a week, impacting the local community, according to the Arcata Fire District. No one was injured in the blaze in which nearly 200 tons of hay caught fire, destroying […]
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Street Resurfacing Project in Arcata to Begin Aug. 11
The city of Arcata announced that the 2020 street resurfacing project is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, Aug. 11. The project involves laying slurry seal and striping on recently repaired pavement surfaces on 11th Street, Stromberg Avenue, Stewart Avenue, Roberts Way, Wyatt Lane, 27th Street, Hilfiker Drive, Maple Lane, Baldwin Street, Davis Way, Cropley Way, Acheson […]
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SCRAP Humboldt to Close Its Doors
SCRAP Humboldt, a friend to many a crafty folk who enjoyed searching for treasure in its Arcata store, announced today that it will close at the end of July. A news release from Director Kati Texas states SCRAP Humboldt wants to say the doors will one day reopen but that’s unclear at this time. “SCRAP […]
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March Calls for HSU to Acknowledge Racism on Campus, LoCO Reports
Lost Coast Outpost reports that hundreds gathered in Arcata on Wednesday for a march to call on Humboldt State University to acknowledge systemic racism and oppression at the campus and establish a zero tolerance policy on hate speech. Read the full story here.
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George Floyd, Black Lives Matter Protest in Arcata (VIDEO)
More protesters have gathered in Arcata to protest George Floyd’s death. Watch more videos on the NCJ‘s Twitter account. #JusticeforGeorgesFloyd #BlackLivesMatter protest happening in Arcata today. pic.twitter.com/v7dVUZI3Qb — North Coast Journal (@ncj_of_humboldt) June 1, 2020
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Food for People Emergency Food Distribution in Arcata Wednesday
Food for People will hold an Emergency Drive Through Food Distribution in Arcata on Wednesday, June 3, from 2:30-4:30 p.m. at the Arcata Community Center parking lot (321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway). Food for People would like to emphasize that the food drive is drive-through only, no bicycles or walkers will be allowed. […]
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Farmers and Customers Adjusting to COVID-19 Safety Guidelines
The produce season is hitting some early hurdles due to COVID-19. With the Arcata, Garberville, Shelter Cove and Miranda farmers’ markets now open for business, and several others (Henderson Center, Fortuna) due to open in June, farmers and organizers are struggling with adhering to new protocols while keeping safe and trying to make a profit. […]
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Upcoming Virtual Summit is All About Trails
A Virtual Humboldt Trails Summit is scheduled for June 6 to update residents about the progress being made on local trail projects, including the Humboldt Bay Trail, which will stretch from the southern edge of Eureka to Arcata. State Sen. Mike McGuire will also join in the summit to discuss the status of the Great […]
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Arcata Purchases 114 Acres to Add to Jacoby Creek Forest
The city of Arcata announced yesterday that it is purchasing a plot of forestland adjacent to Jacoby Creek Forest that will allow it to expand the property by 114 acres. The city will be purchasing the property from the Swaner Family Limited Partnership for $1.5 million funded through a variety of sources, including the California […]