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Over 600 pounds of methamphetamine found inside celery shipment

Tuesday, August 20

(NEW YORK) -- More than 600 pounds of methamphetamine have been found concealed within a shipment of celery in California, officials said.The incident occurred on the evening of Aug. 9 when U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Otay Mesa Commercial Facility... Read More.

At least 600 Egyptians die in hajj pilgrimage: Source

Friday, June 21

(EGYPT) -- Around 600 Egyptians have died during the annual Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca amid scorching heat, a security source said, as authorities formed a crisis unit on Thursday to probe the deaths.The Egyptian fatalities are part of at least 1,000 deaths reported from... Read More.

Summer Solstice Arrives Tomorrow, Marking Earliest Start in Over 600 Years

Wednesday, June 19

Tomorrow will be the longest day of the year: the Summer Solstice.According to Space.com, the exact moment for the Northern Hemisphere will occur at 4:51 p.m. EDT (2051 GMT) when the Northern Hemisphere reaches its maximum tilt towards the sun, aligning directly above the... Read More.

PG&E Achieves Milestone: Over 600 Miles of Underground Powerlines Completed

Thursday, December 21

Pacific Gas and Electric Company reaches a significant milestone in its ongoing effort to enhance safety and reduce wildfire risks.The utility giant announces the completion of over 600 miles of underground powerlines adding that this year has seen the completion of an unprecedented 350... Read More.

Lost Sierra Route Gains Another 25 Miles Towards 600 Mile Goal

Wednesday, January 11

Last year saw significant progress on the Lost Sierra Route, a trail system to connect over 600 miles of trails through Lassen Plumas and sierra county in partnership with the Sierra Butte Trail Stewardship, US Forest Service, and various community partners. The efforts of... Read More.

$140M U.S. Forest Service Grant Adds 600 New Firefighters to Region

Wednesday, February 16

A 140 million dollar US Forest Service Type II Initial Attack Handcrew Contract award to Firestorm Wildland Suppression, Inc of Chico will bring in 600 new professional firefighters to battle blazes throughout the state. The additional benefit comes as these crews will also be... Read More.

600 Mile Network of Trails will Compose the Lost Sierra Trail

Thursday, January 20

A 600 mile network of trails will soon be connecting the rural towns of Northern California to Reno. The project is the vision of The Connected Communities Project in partnership with the Sierra butte trail Stewardship, US Forest and various community partners. The trail... Read More.