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 […]
Community Mental Health Forum Addresses Impact of ICE Actions
Protecting the Community: Free Training on ICE Incursions
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 […]
Orange County Art Group Invites Community to Explore Watercolor Techniques
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 […]
Join Radiant Futures for Vital Safety Panel Discussion on Domestic Violence
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 […]
Fullerton Seeks Community Input for Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
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 Newsom Signs Legislation to Combat Puppy Mills and Improve Animal Welfare
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 […]
Women’s Club of Fullerton to Host 9th Annual Holiday Brunch and Fashion Show Fundraiser
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 […]
Opinion: AT HOME WITH THE HOMELESS: We need to talk about shelters again
“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. […]
Healthy Awareness: Social Morality and Democracy
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 […]
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Israeli-Hamas Gaza Agreement Met with Hope and Skepticism
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. […]
Read the Early October 2025 Fullerton Observer
Click here to read the full in color PDF of the printed newspaper. The Fullerton Observer is an all volunteer newspaper established in 1978. There is no paywall ever. Our subscribers and […]
Fundraisers Established for Injured Cal State Fullerton Soccer Players
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 […]
Israel & Hamas Agree to First Phase of Ceasefire in Gaza – Will it Hold?
October 9, 2025 (Below is an excerpt from the Institute for Mid East Understanding Policy Project – To read the entire analysis visit: https://www.imeupolicyproject.org/memos/breaking-israel-hamas-agree-to-first-phase-of-trumps-gaza-plan-however-plan-perpetuates-israeli-occupation-denies-palestinians-self-determination) BREAKING: Israel, Hamas Agree to First Phase of […]
The Ontario Arts Festival Returns on Saturday, October 18, for its Seventh Year
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 […]
Opinion: Out of My Mind: The Silencing of the Lambs: Not Just About Kimmel and Colbert
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, […]
Balance & Change: A Time to Slow Down and Reflect
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 […]
Representative Derek Tran Calls on House Republicans to Get Back to Work to Pay U.S. Troops
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 […]
Lunch with the League: Meeting the Challenges of Public Education in the 21st Century
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 […]
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 […]
Opinion: How Comfort and Convenience Shape Housing Politics in Haiti and the U.S.
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 […]
Health Access California is YES on Proposition 50
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 […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Early October 2025
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 […]
Video Observer: Remembering Artist Nixson Borah
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, […]
Follow the Money on Prop 50
(See Contributors to YES & No campaigns Below) Ballots for the California Special Election have begun to arrive through the mail for the Prop 50 question which seeks to allow temporary new […]
In Case You Missed It: October 9, 2025
National and World News with links to various trusted sources ====================================== •Zeteo’s “This Week in Democracy” – Week 37 documenting the growth of authoritarianism in US: https://zeteo.com/p/this-week-in-democracy-week-37-trump ====================================== As Governors Warn of […]
Fullerton Firefighters Go Pink for Cancer Awareness Month
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 […]
Jazz Vespers to Feature Ron Kobayashi Trio and Lola Kristine at Live Oak UCC
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, […]
Mosquitoes with West Nile virus detected in Fullerton
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 […]
On the CITY COUNCIL agenda for October 7, 2025
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 […]
Community Forest Management Plan will be presented to the City Council on October 7
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 […]
City of Fullerton Awarded Over $3.1 Million in Federal Fire Service Grants
The City of Fullerton is proud to announce it has been awarded two highly competitive federal grants totaling over $3.1 million to enhance fire and emergency medical services for the community. The […]
Fullerton to Host Fair Housing Workshop on October 8
The city of Fullerton is hosting a Fair Housing Workshop on October 8 from 2 to 4 pm at the Fullerton Library, located at 353 W. Commonwealth Avenue. This free event aims […]
No Kings Orange County Saturday, October 18
Local “No Kings” Protests Those willing and able to stand up against the current administration’s actions which appear to be set to destroy democracy are invited to participate in “No Kings” gatherings […]
What Makes a Town Memorable? Locals Weigh in on Fullerton’s Future
The information below was gathered from 463 responses of the Fullerton Observer Survey titled “Re-imagining the Fullerton Community.” Residents interested in participating can still access the survey through this link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScF4FCPgFd3l3WatMXZErG-kvQ3e5yiHFQPc71Xc7NWOEjGhA/viewform?usp=header, scan […]
