The North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) has announced the appointment of Dr. John Parker as the new Vice Chancellor of Administrative Services, following Board of Trustees approval on January 27, […]
Findings allow scientists to learn more about dark matter’s influence on stars, galaxies, and planets Using data from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), scientists, including astronomer Bahram Mobasher at UC Riverside, […]
Dear Neighbor, This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), which helps communities by providing crucial support to low- and moderate-income working individuals and families, stimulating local […]
A flashing blue light in the rear-view mirror might have killed Albert Bushala’s holiday spirit, even happening just a few days before Christmas. Bushala apologized and listened respectfully as FPD […]
The Friends of the Library are gearing up for their annual Book Sale on Friday, January 30, and Saturday, January 31, offering community members a chance to fulfill their New Year’s resolutions […]
Fullerton City Council voted to issue an amicus brief in support of the ACLU lawsuit Perdomo v. Noem on August 19, 2025, after two hours of public comments in support. Anaheim and […]
This Side of Death is a 2011 novel published by Glass Darkly, an indie horror publishing company, and written by author Mike McNichols, a local resident of Placentia. It met moderate, but not overwhelming, […]
UPDATE: Fullerton Police reported at 8:30pm, Friday Jan 23 that the final of eight suspects was taken into custody. Fullerton officers assisted with the traffic collisions and assisted the Anaheim Police Department […]
We are a group of Fullerton parents who are deeply concerned about what occurred in our community this morning January 22, 2026. What it appeared to be—plainly and unmistakably—was the Fullerton Police […]
Staying healthy isn’t just workouts and veggies. It’s about reliable wastewater services that keep our community and environment healthy. For more than 70 years OCSan have safely collected, treated and recycled the […]
Tens of thousands of Californians signed up to take to the streets in a nationwide protest known as the “Free America Walkout,” on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Pockets of protestors popped […]
The Southern California Youth Trumpet Ensemble, featuring five talented high school musicians, is making headlines this year as they prepare to compete in the semi-finals at the National Trumpet Competition. This marks […]
The Free Discussion Society is set to host an engaging community event inviting residents of Fullerton to share their thoughts and insights on the theme, “What does Fullerton mean to you?” Participants […]
The following is a year-by-year list of every person who has served on the Fullerton City Council, including the mayor (who is appointed by the council each year in what is known […]
As elder fraud continues to escalate nationwide, the San Diego Seniors Community Foundation (SDSCF) is significantly expanding its Elder Fraud Prevention education efforts across San Diego County, Orange County, and Los Angeles County, supported by a […]
As a teenager, Jason Wilson, now a history teacher, set out on a hiking trip with his father and brother. What began as a day of adventure quickly turned into a test […]
The California Independent News Alliance (CINA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting independent news media in the state, is gearing up for its 2026 Annual Meeting & Conference. The event, set for […]
After the holidays, there’s always an abundance of e-waste, whether that’s used or aging cell phones, old TVs and radios that people never thought to throw out, or old printers that […]
Troy High School’s instrumental music program is fairly diverse, encompassing marching band, jazz band, and orchestra. These programs are all alike in relative rigor, most if not all offering (and often requiring) […]
School Schedules by Tegan, 8th Grade Some school districts return from winter break after two weeks. Others stay out closer to three. Most students and parents don’t think much about it until […]
A nationwide protest campaign called the “Free America Walkout” is set to take place on January 20, 2026. This initiative, organized to challenge what its leaders deem the “machinery of fascism,” encourages […]
A rally organized by the Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL) took place in Orange County today, part of a series of nationwide protests addressing the tragic killing of Renee Nicole Good […]
During finals week of my freshman year, I watched how some of my friends and I were stressed out and not being able to deal with it in healthy ways. It was […]
Troy High School NJROTC held its Annual Military Inspection (AMI) on November 20 in the North Gym, bringing together nearly 400 cadets for evaluation, drill and ceremony. The inspection, required for […]
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For the second year in a row, the Fullerton School District (FSD) is celebrating an impressive milestone: all 20 schools across the district have earned the prestigious Positive Behavioral Interventions and […]
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union is inviting student Members to apply for its annual Member Education Award scholarships between Dec. 1, 2025, through Jan. 31, 2026. Each year, SchoolsFirst FCU awards scholarships to […]
As California’s housing crisis intensifies, tax-delinquent properties in the Inland Empire may offer overlooked opportunities for affordable housing development—if coupled with broader policy and planning support. A report from UC Riverside’s Center […]
It can be difficult to catch one’s breath and sift through reports to find accurate news – the list below includes links to both local and world news agencies known for accuracy. […]
The 31st Annual Report on the Conditions of Children in Orange County is now available. The report details the conditions of health, economic well-being, education and safety of Orange County’s children, giving […]
Cal State Fullerton President Ronald Rochon has accepted his OLLI Advisory Task Force’s initial recommendations, which provide a framework for addressing short-term issues associated with the university’s enrollment increase and the possible […]
Finals Week by Olive, 10th Grade Finals week is coming up and it is important to manage your stress and ace your tests. As a high school student, I’ve experienced test anxiety […]
Fullerton School District and Fullerton Joint Union High School District held their annual organizational board meetings on December 9. Organizational meetings determine new board officers, approve upcoming meeting dates, celebrate the past […]
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For Georgette Collard, a career marked by cultural enrichment, preservation and community became possible thanks to the museum studies program at Fullerton College. After completing her associate’s degree in art history in 2019 and a museum studies certificate in 2024, Collard now gives back to her community as museum curator for the Fullerton Museum Center. […]
