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 […]
Happy Jewelers Hosts Fullerton Youth for Career Exploration
Happy Jewelers, a family-owned business, opened its doors to students from the Fullerton Boys & Girls Club this month to promote interest in careers in the jewelry industry.* Co-owners Gabe and […]
Fullerton City Council Faces Backlash After Fred Jung is Selected as Mayor by the Bloc
video starts at 15:11 The Fullerton City Council convened on December 16, 2025, in a meeting marked by discord as Fred Jung was selected as Mayor and Nick Dunlap as Mayor Pro […]
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Art Alumna Georgette Collard Gives Back to Museum Community
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. […]
Fullerton’s Senior Mobility Program Faces Funding Challenges, Plans Adjustments to Taxi Services
At the Senior Advisory Committee meeting on December 9, the Parks and Recreation Department presented updates regarding its partnership with California Yellow Cab for transportation services under the Senior Mobility Program (SMP), […]
Administration of Justice Program Prepares Students for Prosperous Careers
The Administration of Justice Pathway Program (AJPP) at Fullerton College has been instrumental in helping its students secure careers in the field. Overseen by Professors Leticia Ramirez and Kelly Robertson, the program offers a robust combination of theoretical and […]
In Case You Missed it (Nov/Dec 2025)
Korean Americans Targeted by ICE •38-year-old arrested, detained: The Korea Daily reports that a Korean-American – who arrived in the US at 3-months-old – was arrested and sent to detention at the […]
Pathways of Hope Partners with Madero 1899 for Dine & Give Back Fundraiser Tonight December 8
Pathways of Hope is teaming up with Madero 1899 for a special Dine & Give Back fundraiser aimed at supporting local initiatives. The event will take place December 8 from 5 to […]
21st Annual Fullerton Women’s Leadership Forum Celebrates Trailblazing Women
The 21st annual Fullerton Women’s Leadership Forum (FWLF) took place on December 3, 2025, honoring six remarkable women for their contributions to the community. The event celebrated leaders from various sectors, […]
Orange County’s History of Worker Ownership
Fullerton, and OC more broadly, have a rich history of a special kind of business: cooperatives. Cooperatives, also called worker’s cooperatives, are businesses where, instead of being owned by investors or a […]
California High-Speed Rail Authority Releases Draft Environmental Document for Los Angeles to Anaheim Section
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) has released the draft environmental document for a 30-mile segment in Southern California that clears the way to build from San […]
OC Waste & Recycling Free Compost Giveaway on December 6
Free STA- and OMRI-Certified Compost Available at Three County Landfill Locations OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) invites Orange County residents to a countywide Community Compost Giveaway on Saturday, December 6, from 7:30 […]
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The DOWNTOWN Report: mid-November 2025
Bookish Thanks to our readers, who apparently also read three-dimensional books printed via ink on real paper, we have a bit more info regarding where you can get such things. Reader Dave […]
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opinion: The Loss of Les Amis Patio Signals Threat to Community and Local Businesses
The recent decision by the City of Fullerton to remove the patio of Les Amis restaurant has sparked concern among residents and local business advocates, who argue that this move represents a […]
Broken Promises and Donor Privilege: The Story of the Les Amis Patio
City crews dismantled the patio outside the Mediterranean restaurant Les Amis at 6:30 am on October 27. The owner, Jinan Montecristo, could no longer afford the space after Fullerton raised outdoor dining […]
Christy’s Donuts: A Legacy of Resilience and Community
Established in 1983 by Ted Ngoy, famously known as the Donut King, Christy’s Donuts has become a staple in Southern California’s culinary landscape. Ngoy’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. He fled […]
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The DOWNTOWN Report: Early November 2025
Fullerton Natives I was recently given a tour of the facility, formerly known as Women’s Transitional Living Center, now run by the same folks but renamed Radiant Futures to distinguish itself from a former shelter, […]
FAST Intrasquad Meet Marks Exciting Season Launch
The Fullerton Aquatics Sports Team (FAST) officially kicked off its fall season with a spirited intrasquad meet, showcasing the talents of over 215 athletes. The event, which took place at the Janet […]
Music, Bikeways, ICE relief and more on 5:30pm Tues, Oct 21 Fullerton Council Agenda
The Council meets at the City Hall Chambers at 303 W Commonwealth (at Highland Ave.) at 5:30pm. Public Comments are near the start of the meeting. CONSENT CALENDAR (on the Consent Agenda […]
Video Observer: Lillian Yaeger Haunts Her Former Home
Local shop owner John Reed has stories to tell about the ghost of Lillian Yaeger, one of Fullerton’s pioneering businesswomen, who supposedly never left her former home. Le Potager, a lovely two-story antique boutique, is considered by the North […]
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Kaiser Nurses Protest for Staffing Safety Amidst Ongoing Negotiations
Kaiser Permanente nurses and healthcare professionals braved the rain on October 14 to demand safe staffing levels and fair contract negotiations. The protest, organized by members of the United Nurses Associations of […]
Opinion: Small Business either pay to play or stop at 10 pm says new noise ordinance
The recent noise ordinance proposed by the Fullerton City Council raises serious concerns for the local small business community. By imposing a strict cut-off for outdoor entertainment at 10 pm, the […]
The Centennial Project: An Immersive Experience One Hundred Years in the Making
As Co-Artistic Directors of the Electric Company Theatre, the incredibly multi-talented duo of Callie Prendiville Johnson and her husband, Brian Johnson, is responsible for conceiving, developing, and implementing an artistic vision […]
Downtown Restaurant Partners with Fullerton College Art Department to Display Student Artwork at Día de los Muertos Celebration
Madero 1899, a restaurant offering traditional and contemporary Mexican-inspired cuisine, located at 111 N. Harbor Boulevard, will be hosting an event titled“Ritmos Del Corazon” on November 2, 2025. It’s a celebration of […]
Revitalizing Downtown Fullerton: Community Concerns and Aspirations
What types of businesses do you think would enrich the experience of downtown? A recent survey by the Fullerton Observer has gathered insights from 465 local residents about enhancing the downtown experience. […]
Local Fullerton Hotel Faces Allegations of ADA Violations
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 […]
An Open Letter To Fullerton’s Council Majority
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 […]
League of Women Voters North Orange County Honors Fullerton Observer for Community Impact
Front row: Current Fullerton Observer editor Saskia Kennedy with two of the newspapers founders, Irene Kobayashi and Barbara Johnson, and former editor Sharon Kennedy. Family members of the founders stand behind. The […]
Contemporary Policy Institute to provide $150,000 grant
The Public School Defenders Hub, a nonprofit, statewide, public education advocacy coalition based in Orange and Placer Counties, has received a $150,000 growth sustainability grant for expansion from the Contemporary Policy Institute […]
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