A Fullerton resident contacted the Observer to report that fire crews, police, and helicopters were near the Fullerton Municipal Airport. Fullerton Police Department Public Information Officer Kristy Wells confirmed that it was […]
City of Fullerton Plans Limited Cold Weather Shelters for Unhoused Populations
The City of Fullerton is working to establish limited inclement weather shelter options for families and seniors (62+) as temperatures drop below 40 degrees or during heavy rainfall. According to City Manager […]
Help Prevent DUIs and Underage Drinking by Checking Identifications This New Year’s Eve
Designate a sober driver, use public transportation, or request a ride-hailing service. The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) encourages ABC licensees to help prevent DUIs and check identifications closely to prevent […]
Radiant Futures Launches Year-End Fundraising Drive to Support Survivors of Abuse
Radiant Futures, a vital support center for survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, elder abuse, and other forms of violence, is calling on the community for help as it aims to raise […]
Public Health Warns Against Feeding Pets Raw Food Following H5 Bird Flu Virus Detection
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is advising residents to not feed their pets raw food following a voluntary recall of Northwest Naturals Brand 2lb Feline Turkey Recipe Raw & […]
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Joins Initiative to Improve Representation and Experiences of Women in Policing
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) is joining the 30×30 Initiative to advance the representation, experiences, and well-being of women in policing. The initiative, which includes nearly 400 federal, state, and […]
Balance and Change: Giving of Yourself is a Precious Gift
This is the time for giving, but perhaps we can make it a time for helping as well. It can be easy to give. Whether it is sending money or going on […]
Healthy Awareness: Looking Back at Technology
One of the highlights of my life was obtaining a master’s degree in 1975. Given today’s technology, it’s hard to believe I used a card catalog to find past research in my […]
Local Resident Raises Awareness of Drug Overdose Epidemic in Memory of Son
Since losing her son, Stephen Frank Chaplin, to a drug overdose in 2022, Fullerton resident Andree Scanlon has spent countless hours raising awareness of the epidemic of drug use and addiction. Her […]
Public Health Reminds Residents to Take Precautions to Protect the Most Vulnerable from COVID-19 this Holiday Season
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is reminding residents to remain vigilant as the holidays approach and to use the preventive tools available to protect the County’s most vulnerable populations […]
Public Health Warns Against Consuming Raw Milk Following Additional Detections of H5 Bird Flu Virus
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is urging residents to avoid consuming or feeding their pets raw milk due to the ongoing spread of H5 bird flu in dairy cows. […]
Supervisor Sarmiento to Introduce Room Voucher Pilot Program to Address Cold Weather Shelter Needs
The pilot program will address the lack of cold-weather shelter beds for kids and families. Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento announced he will introduce an item before the Board of Supervisors to address the […]
Visit the Free Traveling Exhibit “Your Baby’s Amazing Brain” on December 20
Developed in collaboration with experts from Cal State Fullerton’s Departments of Child and Adolescent Studies and Human Services over the span of two and a half years, the exhibition boasts a groundbreaking […]
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UPDATE: Alert: Missing Person Found
Happily Rose Verkamp was found on Saturday according to CHP. She had been last seen on December 13, 2024, at approximately 3 pm in Fullerton. Verkamp is 83 years old, 5.3, 175, […]
Dog & Cat Vaccine Clinic
Heart is involved in many aspects of animal welfare and offers multiple services benefiting pet owners as well as the general public. Low-cost Mobile Dog & Cat Vaccine Clinics, Spay/Neuter and Low-Cost […]
Nonprofit Radiant Futures Receives $15,000 Grant From The Rosendin Foundation
Nonprofit Radiant Futures, formerly Women’s Transitional Living Center, Inc. (WTLC), has been awarded an annual grant of $15,000.00 from The Rosendin Foundation for counseling services for survivors of domestic violence […]
Providence Orange County hospitals ranked high performing for maternity care
U.S. News & World Report recognizes excellence for moms and newborns U.S. News & World Report today recognized Providence Mission Hospital, Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange, and Providence St. Jude Medical Center […]
Urgent Call for Cold-Weather Shelter in Fullerton
In Fullerton, CA, the harsh realities faced by the homeless community are becoming increasingly dire as temperatures are set to dip into the 40s this week. Local outreach volunteers, including those conducting […]
Fatal Traffic Collision in Fullerton Claims Bicyclist’s Life
A tragic incident occurred on Monday evening, December 9, 2024, when an adult female pedestrian was struck and killed in the eastbound lanes of W. Orangethorpe Ave. at Jefferson Ave. Fullerton Police […]
ALERT: Fullerton City Council Advances Housing Incentive Overlay Program in a Special Meeting Tuesday, December 10
In a significant move regarding the city’s housing strategy, the Fullerton City Council has begun plans to enhance the Housing Incentive Overlay Zone (HIOZ). During a meeting on December 3, 2024, council […]
Healthy Awareness: Appreciation and Love
I grew up in a family with high expectations of us. There was no praise, reward, or appreciation for achieving what was expected of us as kids. Perhaps it was a generational era where being […]
Balance and Change: How to be Grateful
This is the season to give thanks. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and there is nothing to give thanks for. That is totally understandable. If you are having financial issues, relationship struggles, […]
Art in Fullerton
“Individuals can explore their artistic interests through various activities, enhancing their identity, health, and well-being,” said Neta Spiro, a researcher working on a project to discover the links between health, economy, and […]
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Balance and Change: Getting Through the Tough Times
Some days are hard. Some are easier. Some are so hard that you wonder if you can even get through one more minute, much less a whole day! And yet we do. […]
California State Audit of CalOptima Health Completed and All Recommendations Implemented
CalOptima Health adopted recommendations during the past year to strengthen governance, increase transparency. CalOptima Health announced on November 25, 2024, that all recommendations from the California State Auditor (CSA) have been fully […]
Healthy Awareness: Young Lives Redeemed
I wrote about purpose in the last edition of the Fullerton Observer. According to an article in American Psychologist (2023), purpose is a central, self-organizing life aim that can be evaluated on the dimensions of: […]
Public Health Warns Against Consuming Recalled Raw Milk
H5 Bird Flu Detected in Raw Milk Sold in Los Angeles County The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is warning residents to avoid consuming voluntarily recalled raw milk due to […]
At Home with the Homeless: Interim and stabilization housing –new ideas, new potentials
“Like most West Coast cities, San Francisco has shunned investing in ‘shelter’ because shelter doesn’t work. Sure, it protects you from the elements, but it rarely leads to anything more constructive. Hunkering […]
Recovery Road Invites the Public to a Community Meeting on December 3rd
Robin Rush, the founder and CEO of Recovery Rd, has secured a property at 1124 E Elm in Fullerton 92831. Recovery Rd has begun leasing the building. They paid for their starting […]
Legionella Infection Identified in Seven Residents in Westminster
The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) was notified of seven confirmed cases of Legionnaire’s Disease (LD) among residents living in a community in a northwestern corner of Westminster (see map above). Investigations […]
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Correa Leads Bipartisan Push to Combat Opioid Overdose Crisis on College Campuses
This week, Representatives Lou Correa (D-CA) and Monica De La Cruz (R-TX) introduced the bipartisan Saving Lives on Campuses Act of 2024, a bill requiring public colleges and universities to provide opioid […]
CalOptima Health Awards $5.1 Million for Behavioral Health Workforce Development in Orange County
To better support members experiencing mental health challenges, CalOptima Health has awarded $5.1 million in grant funding to increase the behavioral health workforce as part of our ongoing Provider Workforce Development Initiative. […]
