Mental Health by Olive, 10th grade Mental health, while just as important as physical health, is often overlooked. Close friends and family members may often be silently struggling with their mental health. […]
Young Observers: mid-October 2025
VIRTUAL Legal & Financial Planning Workshop
As the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias continues to rise, planning for the future has become increasingly vital for affected individuals and their families. An upcoming program aims to provide […]
Seven Facts on Immigration that Every American Should Know (2025)
The following study is reprinted from the USC Equity Research Institute website: Data-driven research affirms the essential role that immigrants—regardless of legal status—play in strengthening the U.S. economy, enriching communities, and contributing […]
Four People Found Dead from Apparent Overdose at W. Wilshire Apartment Complex
Police arrived to an apartment complex on W. Wilshire in Fullerton after a 911 call at 11am Tuesday, Oct 21, by a man who reported four of his friends (a woman, […]
Irvine may lead action to safer nuclear waste storage at San Onofre: Will other cities join in?
September. 30, 2025 may mark the day communities in Southern California first took initiative to protect themselves from deadly nuclear waste stranded indefinitely at San Onofre. With Irvine Mayor Larry Agran […]
CSUF Plans to Move Older Learners to a Smaller Area Across a Busy Street
California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) proposed relocating the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) community across State College Boulevard to Titan Hall as a solution to CSUF’s facility management issues. The speed of […]
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 […]
Elevated West Nile Virus Activity Detected in North Central Orange County
The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) has detected elevated West Nile Virus (WNV) activity in North Central Orange County. OCMVCD routinely traps mosquitoes to test for the presence of […]
Fullerton’s Noise Ordinance Draws Criticism from Musicians and Business Owners
Live music performance has an overwhelmingly positive impact on a city and helps bring in revenue. Amongst audiences, it bridges artificial borders between diverse groups of people. It attracts youth to music […]
“Eleanor’s Story: Life After War” – Fundraiser performance for Camino Immigration Services
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Fullerton presents this fundraiser performance by award-winning theatre-maker Ingrid Garner. This internationally acclaimed hit is a standalone sequel to her grandmother Eleanor Ramrath Garner’s best-selling memoir, Eleanor’s Story: An American […]
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 […]
Trump Executive Orders Follow Project 2025 Instructions
During the presidential campaign, Trump answered questions and posted on his social media that he knew nothing about Project 2025 and didn’t know who was behind it. This despite at least 23 […]
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The DOWNTOWN Report: mid-October 2025
CBD In Our Downtown? No, not that! The Central Business District, or CBD, is Downtown Fullerton. After many suggested places to get coffee outside downtown, it seems time to define where we actually are. […]
Local No Kings Protest Against Trump/Vance Policies
Citizens, from diverse backgrounds, united to communicate a powerful message—democracy belongs to all the people, not to any one individual or ideology. The residents of Orange County are determined to maintain their […]
No Kings Protesters Rally Against Administration Overreach in La Habra
According to the protest organizers approximately 3,500 demonstrators gathered at the intersection of Imperial and Beach Boulevard on Saturday to voice their concerns over what they described as severe overreach by the […]
1,000 Days to Go, LA Metro Powers Ahead Toward America’s Games
Major Milestones Met in Delivering Faster, more Accessible Transit System for 2028 Olympic, Paralympic Games With just 1,000 days until the world turns its eyes to the U.S. for the 2028 Games, […]
County Public Health Investigates Potential Local Spread of Clade I Mpox Following Third Case in Los Angeles County
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating the possibility of a local spread of Clade I mpox cases after confirming its second case in an adult with no recent […]
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 […]
Is Fullerton’s Year-Round Wednesday Certified Farmers Market at Risk?
The Certified Farmers Market at Independence Park on Valencia Avenue is open every Wednesday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, but its recent relocation has raised concerns about its future viability. Market […]
Cal State Fullerton to Host 7.0 Earthquake Simulator
State tour of the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services’ simulator puts the spotlight on the Great California ShakeOut and earthquake preparedness The Cal State Fullerton Police Department, CSUF’s Office of Emergency […]
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 […]
O.C. Veterans Community Network and Resource Fair Set for October 17
The Orange County Veterans Community Network is gearing up for its highly anticipated Resource Fair, scheduled to take place on October 17, 2025, at Fullerton College. This event will run from 9 […]
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 […]
Senior Citizens Angry Over Eviction at Cal State Fullerton From Gerontology Facility, It Raised All the Funds to Build
Above: A few of the 1200 OLLI members pose for a photo. OLLI members were recently shocked to learn that the university plans to evict them from their current building and move […]
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 […]
Fullerton Resident Celebrates 107 Years
Family, friends, and residents of Gordon Lane Nursing Home staff gathered on October 12, 2025, to celebrate the remarkable life of Dahyabhai M. Patel, who marked his 107th birthday. Mr. Patel […]
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. […]
Education: Fullerton School District September 30 meeting
Fullerton School District September 30 meeting Trustee Thakur Resigns FSD board member Aaruni Thakur resigned on September 30, and his 7-year tenure was celebrated at the September 16 FSD board meeting. The […]
Young Observers: Early October 2025
National Bullying Prevention Month by Yoyo, 8th grade Although October is best known for falling leaves, pumpkins, and Halloween excitement, it is also National Bullying Prevention Month —a time to focus on […]
City Council Update: Urban Forest Management Plan Progress
At the City Council meeting on October 7th to provide the public with an update on the implementation of the Urban Forest Management Plan, highlighting significant progress and ongoing initiatives. City officials […]
Spinal Tap II: The End Continues: Two Hits
You walk into the theater with some trepidation. Can Spinal Tap II: The End Continues possibly match the flat-out hilarity of the largely improvised 1984 rock and roll satire This Is Spinal […]
Fullerton Bicyclists Beware
Last July on a Friday at approximately 7:45 am, an experienced bicyclist riding westbound on Wilshire Ave. and crossing Harbor Blvd. in downtown Fullerton, and wearing a bright neon yellow helmet and […]
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 […]
Fullerton Fire Department Seeks Ambulance Operators
The Fullerton Fire Department is opening its doors to aspiring fire service professionals by hiring ambulance operators. This exciting opportunity allows individuals to kickstart their careers in emergency medical services (EMS) while […]
