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Sara Beth Williams

A man was arrested after attempting to take up residence in a backyard shed without the owner's permission. // Citrus Heights Police Dept.

Citrus Heights Police: Man arrested after found living in backyard shed without permission

A Citrus Heights resident contacted police after discovering an unfamiliar man inside her backyard shed…

A new HomeGoods is coming to Citrus Heights.

Citrus Heights releases holiday gift guide to encourage local shopping

The City of Citrus Heights has released a four-page holiday shopping and gift giving guide that highlights multiple businesses throughout the city…

A Chando's Tacos food truck operated temporarily at Sylvan Corners in 2020. File photo. // CH Sentinel

Citrus Heights council eyes tightening rules for mobile food vendors

By Sara Beth Williams– The Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday directed city staff to explore tightening mobile food vendor regulations to include restrictions against food truck vendors operating in the same parking lot, or within a specific…

Citrus Heights joins upcoming Big Day of Service

Citrus Heights is participating in the annual Big Day of Service event presented by the Rotary Club of Fair Oaks and Orangevale…

Larry Fritz stands with his wife, Maria Fritz, and mother-in-law Lucy Pitogo in front of his new home in Citrus Heights

From Orangevale to Citrus Heights: Local history advocate returns to his roots

After more than three decades living in Orangevale, Citrus Heights Historical Society President Larry Fritz and his wife have officially moved…

Citrus Heights Police Chief Alex Turcotte stands with Chip-in Hall of Fame Award winner Janet Harry, at a Volunteer Appreciation Week ceremony, April 23, 2025. // City of Citrus Heights

Citrus Heights issues inaugural ‘Chip-In’ award to longtime police department volunteer

The City of Citrus Heights awarded the inaugural Chip-In Hall of Fame Award to Janet Harry for her extensive volunteering over the past nine years with the…

DUI driver arrested in Citrus Heights after colliding with pole, released the next day

A driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI by police after colliding with a power pole in Citrus Heights on Monday…

Two law enforcement helicopters along with several CHPD vehicles could be seen along Meadowcreek Way as officers searched the creek bed for an assault suspect. // SB Williams

Suspect at-large after smashing windows of Citrus Heights home with golf club

A suspect remains at large following a law enforcement search Friday afternoon near the vicinity Dewey Drive. The incident, which began outside Citrus Heights…

Los Nogales Mexican Restaurant is located at 7150 Auburn Blvd. // SB WIlliams

New restaurant takes up former Gilberto’s Tacos location

A new Mexican restaurant has taken the place of the former Gilberto’s Tacos on Auburn Boulevard…

‘Tools of the Trade’ event returns to Citrus Heights

Citrus Heights families and job seekers are invited to attend the city’s annual “Tools of the Trade” event, formerly known as the Public Works Showcase…

Obituary: Cathrine Ann Hamilton (1935-2025)

Cathrine Ann Hamilton went to be with the Lord on April 14, 2025, in Chesterfield, Virginia.

An aerial image of Sunrise Mall, which extends from Greenback Lane in the north to Macy Plaza Drive in the south. // SB Williams

LETTERS: Could Sunrise Mall be a future site for the Sacramento Zoo?

This week’s Letter’s to the Editor discuss future possibilities and desires for the Sunrise Mall property…