Citrus Heights Sentinel

Perko’s Cafe to take up old Citrus Heights Denny’s restaurant on Sunrise
Sentinel staff report– American comfort food will soon be served up for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at a new cafe and grill slated to open at the old Denny’s restaurant building on Sunrise Boulevard near Greenback Lane. David…

The Civic Minute: what’s happening at Citrus Heights city hall (March 8)
Although the city council’s regularly scheduled meeting for March 8 has been cancelled, highlights from the most recent council meeting include an update on the city’s $60.3 million budget, plans to rebuild affordable housing on Sayonara Drive, public…

Sunrise Mall hosting autism-friendly Easter bunny sessions
By Luke Otterstad– The Sunrise Mall has teamed up with an autism advocacy organization to provide an opportunity for children with special needs to share a “magical moment” with the Easter bunny this Sunday, March 11.
First Brexit residency applications made
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DA: Man convicted for brazen robbery of elderly Citrus Heights veteran
Sentinel staff report– A 38-year-old man with a lengthy criminal history is facing up to 50 years in prison after a jury on Friday found him guilty of assaulting and robbing an 88-year-old veteran inside his residence at…

Citrus Heights planning commission approves new drive-thru pizza
Sentinel staff report– Citrus Heights planning commissioners on Wednesday voted 5-1 in favor of a proposal to re-format an old gas station near Auburn Boulevard and Antelope Road into a drive-thru pizza restaurant. “The main focus isn’t to…

City unveils new logo, brand for Citrus Heights: ‘Solid roots. New growth.’
Sentinel staff report– “Solid roots. New growth.” That’s the new branding message for Citrus Heights you’ll begin seeing roll out in the coming months, along with a new logo. The city says the new branding is the culmination of…

Citrus Heights News Briefs: fallen tree, fundraiser, murder charge
Latest local news briefs include a murder charge being added for the suspect who knocked down an elderly woman during a Rite Aid robbery in November, Stones Casino announcing it raised $75,000 for WEAVE during a one-day fundraiser,…

Guest Opinion: free stuff won’t solve homelessness; but a job might
Guest opinion by Sacramento County Supervisor Sue Frost– Helping those caught in homelessness is an act of compassion — part of our duty as human beings. But handing out free stuff doesn’t really solve the problem or provide…

Letters: city beautification, wall mural, new sports facility in Citrus Heights?
Latest letters and comments from Sentinel readers continue to discuss potential future uses for the old Sylvan Middle School property and also express praise for volunteer Ron Fern and his beautification efforts along Auburn Boulevard.