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O.C. Fair board embarks on first phase of 10-year, $229M building and renovation plan
Officials Thursday allocated $23.9 million for the first phase of a master site plan that calls for the demolition, relocation and construction of several buildings at the Costa Mesa site.
Panel celebrates 10 years of Art & Nature exhibits at Laguna Art Museum
Artists Lita Albuquerque, Kelly Berg, Laddie John Dill, Rebeca Méndez and Phillip K. Smith III looked back on their participation in the Art & Nature Festival in Friday's panel.
Huntington Beach Academy for the Performing Arts ready to rock with 'Playlist'
The show, which features students' original music and film paired with contemporary music selections, returns this weekend.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023
The Daily Pilot's e-newspaper includes Wednesday's coverage of Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, Laguna Beach, Fountain Valley and other parts of Orange County.
Holocaust survivor inspires hope in the face of hate, urges people to learn from the past
"I have to speak for them," Joseph Alexander said while showing the crowd photos of parents and siblings who died in the Holocaust. "Not just for them, I need to speak for 6 million Jews because...
https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/news/story/2023-01-31/holocaust-survivor
Man who allegedly defaced tribute to O.C. 'poderosas' arrested after showing for court appearance in another case
Daniel Alec Hotte, 27, was arrested on suspicion of felony vandalism for allegedly defacing a Costa Mesa mural honoring Latinas with white supremacist tags.
Construction bids approved for Goldenrod Footbridge, Mariners Library and lifeguard buildings
Construction on both projects is expected to begin this winter and be completed in early spring of this year.
Costa Mesa police investigating alleged racial profiling at traffic stop
One of Abdullah Aden's passengers recorded the incident, which has since gone viral on TikTok, ABC7 reported. Aden was pulled over Tuesday at South Coast Plaza.
Pedestrian dies after being hit by car in Laguna Beach
A 39-year-old man died at the scene after being struck by a vehicle in the 700 block of South Coast Highway in Laguna Beach early Saturday morning.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023
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Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach adds dedicated space for teen wellness
The Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach has added a well space and recreation area for its middle school students.
CdM graduate became the 'Platelet Princess' after leukemia diagnosis
Brooke Kenerson, 22, is currently undergoing chemotherapy but has maintained a positive attitude throughout.
E-bike battery explodes and torches Huntington Beach apartment; such disasters can be avoided, officials say
The e-bike had been left charging for days when it's lithium-ion battery blew up, waking a family of three who escaped their apartment through a window.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023
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After 30 years in service, Il Farro Caffe Trattoria continues to welcome customers old and new
Il Farro first opened near the Newport Pier on Jan. 29, 1993 and was remodeled last year. The Maurici brothers decided to name their restaurant after the ancient grain that's since been populariz...
Tet Festival returns to O.C. fairgrounds this weekend to mark the Year of the Cat
Billed as the largest Vietnamese Lunar New Year celebration in the U.S. the event, hosted by the Union of Vietnamese Student Assns., runs through Sunday.
Around Town: 30 SoCal museums will offer free entry Feb. 5 during 'Museums Free-for-All'
A roundup of local news and calendar items, this week from Costa Mesa, Laguna Beach and Huntington Beach.
Fishin' mission: Kids learn ins and outs of angling at HBPD's annual 'Fish with the Force'
Some of the fifth-grade students from St. Bonaventure Catholic School had never gone fishing before, even though most of them live just a few minutes away from the beach.
Laguna Beach poised to restrict the sale and public use of all balloons
Project O, the Surfrider Foundation, Laguna Ocean Foundation and Laguna Canyon Foundation were among groups that pushed for an outright ban on all types of balloons. The ordinance will go into ef...
Juvenile Hall youth learn about love, loss and second chances training dogs for adoption
Cell Dogs gets incarcerated adults and youth to train unwanted dogs for new lives in loving homes. A Jan. 17 graduation was an emotional affair.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Friday, Jan. 27, 2023
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Newport Harbor freshman gives talk in Paris on AI solutions to environmental problems
Ryan Honary, 15, launched a start-up company called SensoRy AI in 2021. During his trip to Paris this week he also challenged youth to come up with solutions to environmental challenges via his n...
'Endless possibilities' of Newport Beach to be showcased in upcoming home tour
Early bird tickets for the fundraiser end on Jan. 31. So far, organizers said about 650 of the 1,400 available tickets have been sold.
In-N-Out double-doubles down in Huntington Beach, as second location opens
The new restaurant of the popular fast-food eatery opened Thursday on Edinger Avenue, across from Bella Terra mall.
2 arrested after allegedly tossing 30K 'rainbow' fentanyl pills from vehicle in Costa Mesa pursuit
Oscar Mercado-Arriaga and Natalie Contreras were booked Tuesday on suspicion of felony evasion and possessing fentanyl for sale after a chase ended in Newport Beach.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023
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Trial begins for former Huntington Beach man accused of rapes in 1990s
Kevin Michael Konther is charged with rape and forcible oral copulation of a victim and forcible lewd act on a child and lewd or lascivious acts with a minor. His attorney said the real culprit w...
Fountain Valley climbing gym to host weekend yoga festival
The Yoga Movement Winter Fest takes place Saturday and Sunday at Fountain Valley Movement, a gym focused on building a diverse and inclusive community.
Garden Grove councilwoman announces congressional bid against Rep. Michelle Steel
Kim Bernice Nguyen announced Wednesday she will run for California's 45th Congressional District, which spans Los Angeles and Orange counties. It includes Fountain Valley.
Laguna Beach receives donation for Pride lifeguard tower at West Street Beach
Laguna Beach residents Steve Chadima and Mark Porterfield made a $10,000 donation for rainbow artwork on a lifeguard tower at West Street Beach. It is expected to be ready this summer.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023
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Survivor will share his story at Chabad of Newport Beach in light of Holocaust Remembrance Day
"It's more important than ever to hear their testimony as we're seeing an increase in hate in our communities," Rabbi Reuven Mintz from Chabad of Newport Beach said.
King tides return to coastal Orange County, but surf stays moderate
At its highest point in Newport Beach, meteorologists said the tide reached around 6.84 feet at 8 a.m. on Saturday.
Dan Kalmick elected president of Bolsa Chica Land Trust
The Huntington Beach City Council member has more than a decade of experience with the nonprofit and will replace outgoing president Jennifer Thomas.
'Perfect storm' of high surf, tidal surge closes stretch of PCH for 5th time this month
A portion of the highway, from Warner Avenue south to Seapoint Street in Huntington Beach, was reportedly closed by Caltrans on Jan. 5, 6, 10 and 14, due to weather conditions, officials report.
A modern version of quaint slated to be built on Marine Avenue
The 1936 cottage-style building that currently sits at the location is nearing the end of its economic life, according to city planners. It will be torn down to make way for a 999-square-foot din...
ATM thieves smash into a Huntington Beach barbershop
Edgar Murguia, the owner of Hermanos Barbershop, says it may cost between $2,000 and $3,000 to repair the damage.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023
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Fountain Valley to build its first universally accessible playground
Fountain Valley is set to have a universally accessible playground constructed at Fountain Valley Sports Park. The facility will be designed to foster inclusive play for people of all abilities.
Newport Harbor junior looks to create 'Impact' with her peers in 2022 Congressional App Challenge
Planning for the app took some four months, but once Joyce De Quiros came up with the idea, she finished it in two weeks.
Over 1 million Girl Scout cookies will be distributed across Orange County, which may or may not be enough
One troop in Newport Beach plans to use a portion of profits from cookie sales to support a local animal shelter.
Huntington Beach Art Center prepares for 'Centered on the Center'
The annual exhibition, which starts Jan. 28, will feature hundreds of artists and eclectic pieces. On Feb. 16, visitors can bring a sack lunch and informally engage with the staff and artists.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023
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Deadly citrus bacteria, harmful insects detected in Costa Mesa
California Department of Food and Agriculture workers are treating or removing trees with Asian citrus psyllids and the Huanglongbing bacteria they carry. But some residents are hesitant.
Hoag, Vivante collaborate to help Newport-Mesa seniors 'age in place'
The partnership ensures Hoag staff will be available full time to residents at the two Vivante assisted living and memory care communities in coastal Orange County.
Bill McQuaid takes next step in 'dream career,' takes over as Fountain Valley fire chief
Bill McQuaid, who grew up in Fountain Valley, has taken the reins as Fountain Valley's new fire chief.
80-year-old driver of Toyota struck by Porsche while pulling out of driveway dies in Huntington Beach
The crash happened on Beach Boulevard near Knoxville Avenue at about 9 a.m. Thursday, police said. Investigators do not believe drugs or alcohol were involved, and no arrest was announced in conn...
Waymakers celebrates 50 years of helping those in crisis with reception
The Orange County nonprofit, which has youth shelters in Huntington Beach and Laguna Beach, helps people in crisis and conflict.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Friday, Jan. 20, 2023
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Fountain Valley bird lover searches for lost African grey parrot with YouTube following
John Nguyen offers tips on raising birds to 87,500 followers of YouTube channel "wingsNpaws," where his parrot, Smokey, is a star. So when Smokey went missing Jan. 1, Nguyen went to his fans for ...
Huntington Beach community activist Dom Jones enters District 47 race
The local cycling studio owner, formally running for elected office for the first time, throws her hat into the ring.
Local groups seek help clearing storm debris, trash from O.C. beaches and wetlands
Two events taking place at 9 a.m. Saturday — a beach cleanup beginning near the Newport Beach Pier and trash clearing at Huntington Beach's Brookhurst Marsh — are seeking volunteers.
Crystal Cove Conservancy finishes out 2022 with about $200,000 raised in end-of-year campaign
Prior to 2021, the Crystal Cove Conservancy said its end-of-the-year drives typically raised about $60,000 to $75,000.
FBI offers $25K to ID suspects who firebombed Costa Mesa Planned Parenthood in March
Two individuals were seen by a surveillance camera on March 13, 2022, throwing a Molotov cocktail at a health center on Nutmeg Place. The incident is one of 10 attacks nationwide being investigat...
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023
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1 wounded in shooting at Murdy park, suspect in custody
The shooting appeared to be unrelated to another that happened Tuesday about 2 miles away, officials said.
Four suspected in Fountain Valley home-invasion robbery arrested in Long Beach
The robbers allegedly assaulted a resident and stole two of their cars along with additional property Tuesday morning.
OCMA closes next week through Feb. 14 to rotate art and get building picture perfect
Leaders acknowledged the building was not 100% complete when it opened Oct. 8, but said the Costa Mesa museum is fulfilling its promise to provide greater access to art.
https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/news/story/2023-01-18/tn-dpt-me-ocma-closure-20230118
Huntington Beach to reopen second block of Main Street to traffic
An item passed at Tuesday's City Council meeting will end expanded outdoor dining and retail on Main Street.
State Sen. Dave Min announces bid for congressional seat in coastal Orange County
Min will be running for the 47th Congressional District, which is currently represented by Rep. Katie Porter (D-Irvine).
Laguna Beach police adding K-9 Bear to ranks
The Laguna Beach Police Department is adding a second K-9 team to its ranks. K-9 Bear, a 2.5-year-old Belgian Malinois, will join the department after a six-week training program.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023
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Suspect in Huntington Beach shooting arrested in Bellflower
Officers managed to find the suspect, 30-year-old Scott Lucas Catalano, in his vehicle in Bellflower at about 7 p.m. Tuesday and took him into custody.
Obituary: Don Took, South Coast Repertory founding member, graced many stages
The theater actor appeared in 120 productions before retiring in 2006, starting with SCR's inaugural 1964 production of Molière's "Tartuffe."
Year of the Rabbit hops onto campus at UC Irvine with all-day celebrations for Lunar New Year
The Lunar New Year events at UC Irvine returned Tuesday in-person after a two-year-long hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Shooting in Huntington Beach leaves 1 wounded
Officers had been summoned to reports of an assault with a deadly weapon at about noon on the 15000 block of Huntington Village Lane, police said.
Huntington Beach family displaced after SUV rams through wall of their house
No one was injured after the driver, believed to have suffered a medical emergency, crashed into the house on Friday morning.
2 arrested after Newport Beach residential burglary
Police received a call regarding a residential burglary in the area of Pelican Point Drive and Shoreline, between Pacific Coast Highway and the ocean, at around 7:20 p.m. Monday.
Armed man shot and killed by Seal Beach police
Officers were responding to reports of a suspicious person on the 100 block of Old Ranch Road when the shooting happened.
https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/news/story/2023-01-17/tn-dpt-me-sb-ois-20230117
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023
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Laguna Beach gets OK to move forward with Diamond Street underground utility district
A weighted majority of ballots cast by property owners within the Diamond Street district favored the project, which has been billed as a public safety improvement in Laguna Beach.
Huntington Beach's Butterfly Book Project grants new life to unwanted children's books
Teacher Amber Cambria and library volunteer Sheila Plotkin teamed up to find homes for books discontinued by the Huntington Beach Central Library's used bookstore, and have found grateful recipie...
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023
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Good swimmers with good attitudes have 2 more shots to try out to become Huntington Beach lifeguards
"The right person doesn't have to be the freak athlete, D1 collegiate swimmer," Huntington Beach Fire Department Marine Safety Division Capt. Derek Peters said.
'Melissa Murals' uses hometown of Huntington Beach as her canvas
The local artist's passion has grown into a full-time gig. A few months ago she was hired for one of her largest projects — the exterior of the Sunset Lounge in Sunset Beach.
Costa Mesa planning chair retires, leaving dearth of tenure on largely vacant commission
Byron de Arakal, 64, is leaving the Costa Mesa Planning Commission, taking with him decades of experience as planning issues dominate public discourse. His seat is one of four vacancies council m...
Huntington Beach surfing legend Brett Simpson enjoys 'ambassador' role at Hurley
The two-time U.S. Open winner is stoked that the company is hosting the TUDOR Nazaré Tow Surfing Challenge in Portugal.
Laguna Beach Fire Department names self-described 'family man' as 2022 firefighter of the year
Capt. Patrick Cary has battled massive forest fires around the southwest and said the hardest part is being away from his wife and two children.
Huntington Beach woman arrested on suspicion of stealing more than $90,000 from client
Sally Nava Kanarek, 76, was arrested on Jan. 12 by Newport Beach police. Kanarek is accused of stealing more than $90,000 from an elderly adult, who authorities say didn't have the capacity to co...
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Friday, Jan. 13, 2023
The Daily Pilot's e-newspaper includes Friday's coverage of Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, Laguna Beach, Fountain Valley and other parts of Orange County.
Newport Coast property sells for $30.6 million
The sale, according to Paul Daftarian of Luxe Real Estate, is the highest gross on-market sale in Pelican Crest.
Warning delivered to Huntington Beach City Council as it again considers suing state over housing mandates
The new conservative majority on the City Council that campaigned on "unleashing" City Atty. Michael Gates to sue the state over the required numbers were admonished this week by a state housing ...
Wet week went by without much harm in O.C., but firefighters are planning for another stormy weekend
Firefighters from across Orange County came together to form a regional strike force in preparation for this week's storm, which may be reassembled soon with more showers in the forecast.
Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center seeks donations after storm damage leads to electrical troubles
While the nonprofit is also facing roof leakage, officials at the Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center said the greater priority is addressing electrical issues.
Locals capture Laguna Beach's good sides in city photo contest
City officials asked people to share their favorite Laguna moments and received a total of 120 images from 46 contestants. The winners were celebrated Tuesday.
Laguna Beach adopts resolution supporting Iranian human rights movement
The resolution calls on government officials across Orange County to stand with the Iranian people in their fight for freedom and backs sanctions against the oppressive regime.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023
The Daily Pilot's e-newspaper includes Thursday's coverage of Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, Laguna Beach, Fountain Valley and other parts of Orange County.
Former Rep. Harley Rouda announces another Congressional bid
Rouda was considering another run for Congress last year, but when Katie Porter jumped into the 47th Congressional District he got out of the way.
Cost of new church bathrooms, in post-pandemic era, reaches biblical proportions
Leaders of Costa Mesa's Saint Joachim Catholic Church sought to upgrade the aging facilities at a cost of $600K before the COVID-19 pandemic. When they returned in 2022 and rebid the project, it ...
Huntington Beach, Fountain Valley elementary schools earn California Distinguished Schools accolade
S.A. Moffett Elementary School in Huntington Beach, as well as Plavan Elementary in Fountain Valley, made the cut.
Gateway Park project contract awarded for $540,233
Gateway Park, which was completed in 1999, is intended to "announce" the entrance between the Balboa Peninsula and Lido Isle.
Republicans hold tight to reins of majority-Democrat O.C. Board of Supervisors
Outgoing Chair Doug Chaffee, a Democrat, on Tuesday nominated GOP supervisors Don Wagner and Andrew Do to serve as chair and vice chair, bypassing the usual rotation list with no discussion.
AREO owners look back on 30 years of business in Laguna Beach as they prepare to close brick-and-mortar shop
Kevin Mundt and Dave Thomas, the owners of AREO, have said they plan to move out of the Laguna Beach storefront at the end of February.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023
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Pageant of the Masters sizes up volunteers in casting call for 90th 'living arts' production
An open casting call held Friday through Sunday at the Festival of the Arts drew residents and art lovers from throughout the region, each eager for a chance to sit, stand or pose in one of 40 fa...
https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/news/story/2023-01-10/pageant-of-the-masters
Floating docks at Newport Beach public piers to be replaced, pending Harbor Commission approvals
The city of Newport Beach has roughly 10 public piers. The floating docks by those piers were last replaced in the early 2000s.
Huntington Beach woman who sued city after alleging free speech violation loses appeal
Shayna Lathus was removed from the Citizen Participation Advisory Board in 2019, following her attendance at a rally in support of immigrant rights in downtown Huntington Beach.
Costa Mesa crash leaves pedestrian hospitalized
The pedestrian, who was crossing the street at the intersection of Irvine Avenue and 18th Street at the time of the incident, remains in critical condition.
Storm passes over Orange County, more rain expected over the weekend
The heaviest showers should take place Tuesday evening, and lows will be between 5 and 10 degrees colder than they were on Monday, forecasters say.
Daily Pilot e-newspaper: Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023
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