At the City Council meeting on October 7th to provide the public with an update on the implementation of the Urban Forest Management Plan, highlighting significant progress and ongoing initiatives. City officials […]
You walk into the theater with some trepidation. Can Spinal Tap II: The End Continues possibly match the flat-out hilarity of the largely improvised 1984 rock and roll satire This Is Spinal […]
Last July on a Friday at approximately 7:45 am, an experienced bicyclist riding westbound on Wilshire Ave. and crossing Harbor Blvd. in downtown Fullerton, and wearing a bright neon yellow helmet and […]
A troubling situation is alleged to have occurred at the Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham in Fullerton, California, on October 8, 2025, when a guest in a wheelchair faced significant […]
The Fullerton Fire Department is opening its doors to aspiring fire service professionals by hiring ambulance operators. This exciting opportunity allows individuals to kickstart their careers in emergency medical services (EMS) while […]
The City of Fullerton is set to accept proposals for the 2026–2027 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). With approximately $1.4 […]
In an effort to enhance the city’s green spaces, the City of Fullerton is providing free trees to residents looking to beautify their parkways. This initiative aims to plant new trees in […]
A free Mental Health Forum is set for Thursday, October 16, from 5:30 to 7 pm, to address the toll that continued actions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have taken on […]
In light of recent concerns over Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities, the Orange County Rapid Response Network is organizing a free training session aimed at educating community members on how to […]
Art enthusiasts are invited to join a unique watercolor workshop focused on painting flowers and botanicals on Saturday, October 11. The workshop will be hosted by local artist Suzanne Gibson and will […]
Looking to tackle the pressing issue of domestic violence within the community, Radiant Futures will host an important Safety Panel Discussion featuring prominent local leaders. The event aims to shed light on […]
The City of Fullerton is taking significant steps to enhance its resilience against natural disasters by updating its Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). This important initiative aims to address vulnerabilities to environmental […]
Governor Gavin Newsom signed four significant bills on October 9 aimed at enhancing animal welfare in California. Three of these bills specifically target puppy mills, addressing fraudulent breeding and selling practices that […]
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 1, 2025, as the Women’s Club of Fullerton invites the community to its 9th Annual Holiday Brunch and Fashion Show Fundraiser at the scenic Coyote Hills […]
“Everything that needs to be said has already been said. But since no one was listening, everything must be said again.”–Andre Gide In the mid-September letters column for the Observer, John H. […]
Nelson Mandela once said, “No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they […]
The second anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel that killed about 1,200 people was marked by solemn ceremonies among Israelis and their supporters both in the U.S. and internationally. […]
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In the wake of a tragic incident involving members of California State University, Fullerton’s women’s soccer team, two separate GoFundMe campaigns have been initiated to support the families of critically injured players […]
Enjoy artist booths, live art, hands-on activities, art experiences, food, music, and more all in celebration of arts and culture in the Inland Empire The City of Ontario’s Museum, Arts & Culture […]
Pastor Martin Niemoeller famously wrote, “First they came for the socialists, but I was not a socialist, so I said nothing.” Any allusion to Pastor Niemoeller instantly summons the history of how, […]
I love the fall. It is truly one of my favorite seasons, even in California, where we hardly see any change in the leaves. Fall just seems to be a time when […]
Eight days into the government shutdown endangering health care and raising costs on Californians, U.S. Representatives Derek Tran (CA-45), a U.S. Army veteran, and Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) sent a letter to Speaker […]
The League of Women Voters North OC is set to host an informative luncheon featuring guest speaker Dr. Steve McLaughlin, Ed.D., the superintendent of the Fullerton Joint Union High School District. The […]
Dear City Council, What I witnessed tonight was deeply disheartening. The decision made by this Council Majority disregarded both the data presented and the overwhelming public opposition. For those who campaigned on […]
It’s 7 AM in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. I’m getting ready for school when my dad tells me classes are canceled again because of riots. People have flooded the streets, burning tires in protest […]
As ballots are mailed throughout California and voting centers open, Health Access California announces its endorsement of Proposition 50, the Election Rigging Response Act. The following is a statement from Health Access […]
No More Mania What is going on? We have many changes here all of a sudden. A fabled treasure is gone, as Modelmania is no more. Been there so long, maybe the […]
Inside a glass display case outside Room 1004 at Fullerton College, candles of varying sizes sit in front of a small commemorative display memorializing multimedia artist and former Fullerton College faculty member, […]
This October, the Fullerton Firefighters Association (FFA) and the Fullerton Fire Department (FFD) are proud to “turn pink” in honor of Cancer Awareness Month. From October 1–31, 2025, the community is invited […]
Live Oak United Church of Christ in Brea will host a special Jazz Vespers service, showcasing the talents of the Ron Kobayashi Trio alongside guest vocalist Lola Kristine. The event on Sunday, […]
The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) has confirmed mosquito samples infected with West Nile virus (WNV) in the City of Fullerton. The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District […]
Closed session begins at 5 pm, public may make comments The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss existing litigation related to Orange County Superior Court Cases No. 30-2024-01405276-CL-UD-CJC and […]
The City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 7, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., featuring a presentation on the implementation update of the Community Forest Management Plan. The City of Fullerton […]
