I recently attended the 100th anniversary celebration of Claremont Graduate University (CGU), where interim president Dr. Michelle Bligh and CGU alumna Dr. Cynthia Olivo, now president of Fullerton College, spoke about the […]
Video Observer: Antique Aircraft Fly at Fullerton Airport For Monthly Display Days
Since the late 1990s and early 2000s, Fullerton Airport has been home to Antique Aircraft Display Days, a volunteer-run event held on the second Sunday of every month. Pilots and aviation enthusiasts […]
Fullerton Navigation Center Update Presented to City Council
During the Fullerton City Council meeting on November 18, 2025, Jordan Hoiberg, Director of Housing Strategy and Community Partnerships at Illumination Health and Home, provided an update on the Fullerton Navigation Center, […]
Pathways of Hope Unveils 40th Annual Holiday Community Program Toy and Food Drive
In a heartwarming celebration of generosity, Pathways of Hope is proud to announce its 40th annual Holiday Community Program (HCP) Toy and Food Drive. This cherished tradition uplifts local families in need. […]
Inflatables Take Over Local Lawn: A 10-Year Tradition of Holiday Cheer
The inflatables invasion began 10 years ago with a trio of blow-up witches for Halloween. Looming over the lawn of Doreen and Guy Haarlammert’s house on Dorothy Lane, the fan-powered broomstick riders […]
Fullerton Welcomes Delegation from Sister City Fukui, Japan
The Fullerton Sister City Association warmly welcomed a delegation from Fukui, Japan, during the City Council meeting at City Hall on November 18. Co-Presidents Pam Keller and Leah Yamamoto addressed Mayor Jung, […]
Muckenthaler Cultural Center Launches New Art Exhibit: Mindscapes/Landscapes by Bart Palisi
The Muckenthaler Cultural Center has unveiled its latest art exhibit, “Mindscapes/Landscapes: The Artwork of Bart Palisi,” which opened to the public on November 20th and will be on display until January […]
Pathways of Hope Launches Adopt-a-Family Initiative for the Holidays
Pathways of Hope is encouraging community members to participate in its Adopt-a-Family program this holiday season. The initiative aims to provide support to individuals and families living in the organization’s permanent supportive […]
Los Angeles County Public Health Responds to CDC Vaccine and Autism Statement
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued a statement addressing recent updates on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s “Autism and Vaccines” webpage. The CDC’s revised wording […]
New Legislation Alters Key Benefits for Seniors: What You Need to Know
Millions of Americans depend on Social Security and Medicare to survive. Earlier this year, the President signed into law legislation that makes changes to the benefits our seniors rely on—so Congress Member […]
Orangewood Children and Family Center Celebrates 40 Years
For four decades, Orangewood Children and Family Center (OCFC) has welcomed vulnerable, displaced children into a safe, compassionate temporary home. Originally named Orangewood Children’s Home when it opened in 1985 under Bill […]
Crawford Canyon Park Opens in North Tustin with New Amenities for All Ages
OC Parks is excited to announce the opening of Crawford Canyon Park, featuring new enhancements and amenities for the public of all ages to enjoy. Surrounded by natural rolling landscapes and […]
City of Fullerton Seeks Community Input for Open Space and Environmental Justice Elements
The City of Fullerton is embarking on a significant update to its General Plan by revising its Open Space Element and creating its inaugural Environmental Justice Element, in response to new state […]
opinion: Complicated Street Sweeping Operations in Fullerton Leave Residents Frustrated
What began as a discussion about inadequate parking has evolved into a significant concern over the complexities of street cleaning schedules and parking enforcement practices. Fullerton residents are expressing growing frustration with […]
City Announces Updates to Street Sweeping Schedule
The City of Fullerton’s Public Works Street Division is gearing up for a revised street sweeping schedule that aims to enhance the cleanliness and safety of local roads. The department will be […]
Young Observers: mid-November 2025
Spreading the Holiday Spirit by Olive, 10th grade As the end-of-the-year celebrations approach, it is easy to forget that not everyone gets to experience holiday magic. According to the California Association of […]
Why Fullerton Needs a Park Dwelling Fee Policy
From Union Pacific to Independence Park, South Fullerton’s story is one of patience —and policy failure. After 20 years of waiting, Union Pacific Park will finally open, made possible by […]
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 […]
November 4 Fullerton Joint Union High School District (FJUHSD) Board Meeting
Supplementing SNAP for FJUHSD students Superintendent Dr. Steve McLaughlin, mentioned that FJUHSD had extended nutritional services during the recent federal government shutdown that suspended Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) allocations for families. […]
Fatal Traffic Collision Involving Pedestrian in Fullerton
A pedestrian was struck and killed at the intersection of S. Magnolia Avenue and W. Orangethorpe Avenue in Fullerton on November 16, 2025, at approximately 9:03 pm. Police arrived on the scene […]
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On the Agenda for the Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Fullerton City Council Meeting
The upcoming meeting has a long agenda with six items to discuss. Before the regular meeting, a study session will be held at 4:00 pm to focus on the 2025 Water Rate […]
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 […]
Fullerton Fit 5K Trail Run and Health & Wellness Fair Scheduled for November 22, 2025
The City of Fullerton will host its inaugural 5K Trail Run and Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the Fullerton Sports Complex, located at 560 Silver Pine St. […]
Fullerton Police Department Receives $258,000 Grant for Traffic Safety Initiatives
Office of Traffic Safety Awards $258,000 Grant to the Fullerton Police Department for Traffic Enforcement Program to Increase Safety on Roads. The Fullerton Police Department announced on November 13, 2025, that it […]
Suspicious Bomb Threat Prompts Partial Evacuation at Fullerton Hospital
At approximately 5:07 pm on November 13, 2025, the Fullerton Police Communications Center received a call from Providence St. Jude Medical Center reporting a suspicious phone call claiming there was a bomb […]
Multiple Bomb Threats Prompt Lockdowns at Fullerton Schools
Update 4:17 PM – the lockdown at Sunny Hills high school has been lifted. For all parents of Sunny Hills High School, students please refer to the districts notification system on pick […]
Kindness Matters Thanksgiving Morning Walk Set for November 27
The Kindness Matters Thanksgiving Morning Walk will take place on November 27, 2025, from 8 to 9 am at the Fullerton Courthouse Parking Lot, located at 1275 N. Berkeley Ave, Fullerton. Participants […]
$78 Million Awarded to Replace 286 Polluting School Buses with Cleaner Models
The South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) Governing Board approved up to $78.2 million to replace 286 older, high-polluting school buses with new zero-emission models and to install supporting […]
CSUF Student Uses Art to Deal with Loss of Family Home in 2025 Altadena Eaton Fire
Since January 2025, when the Altadena Eaton Fire demolished her family’s home, Mia Aghili, a fourth-year undergraduate art education student at Cal State Fullerton, has been making art to cope with and reflect on conflicting feelings of loss, displacement, memory and endurance. Halfway […]
Fullerton School District Launches Food Drive to Support Families Impacted by Federal Government Shutdown
True to its spirit of care and community, the Fullerton School District (FSD) is once again coming together to support families in need. From now through Thursday, Nov. 20, FSD is hosting […]
Fullerton Police Officer Involved in Incident with ICE Agent in Santa Ana
The Fullerton Police Department is aware of a video circulating on social media showing a Fullerton Police Officer “assisting” an ICE agent in the City of Santa Ana on November 9th at […]
Fullerton Resumes Veterans’ Day Parade and Ceremony After Hiatus
Fullerton resumed its long-standing tradition of hosting a Veterans Day parade down Harbor, culminating in a ceremony at Hillcrest Park on November 11, 2025. The ceremony is a time-honored tradition in […]
The Women’s Club of Fullerton Hosts Successful Holiday Brunch & Fashion Show, Benefiting Local Recovery Center
The Woman’s Club of Fullerton (WCOF) transformed Coyote Hills Golf Course into a hub of style, song, and solidarity on November 1 for its 9th annual Holiday Brunch & Fashion Show, raising more than $5,000 […]
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 […]
