Senator Josh Newman (D-Fullerton) is proud to announce the recipients of his “Woman of the Year” awards for Senate District 29, honoring six extraordinary women whose tireless efforts have profoundly impacted our communities. In […]
Senator Newman Presents Women of the Year Awards for Senate District 29
In Case You missed it: March 25, 2024
UN Security Council demands Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza. •14 of the 15 members of the UN Security Council voted for a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas during Ramadan, […]
New law requiring bars serving spirits to offer drug testing devices to take effect July 1
A new law mandating certain alcoholic beverage license holders to offer drug testing devices for sale or at no cost to patrons will take effect beginning July 1. AB 1013 (Lowenthal) requires […]
Library Employees Recognized for Over Four Decades of Service
Adult Services Librarian Melinda Willeford-West was honored for an astounding 40 years of public service with the City, and Children’s Services Librarian June McIntire for a truly awesome 45 years of service. […]
Maple School Celebrates 100 Years! Part Four: Maple School Reopens and Moves Forward with Environmental Sciences
Maple Area families had become more recent immigrants and had limited English since the 1972 closure. Nonetheless, Maple’s parents expected a full elementary school for their children; however, the […]
March Election Results 2024
The California Secretary of State will officially certify the March 5, 2024 Election Results on April 12, 2024. Most races have been decided, but ballots are still being counted, and a few […]
Fatal Single Vehicle Collision on Rosecrans Avenue and Gilbert Street
Fullerton Police Officers responded to the area of N. Gilbert St. and Rosecrans Ave. at approximately 12:32 AM on March 24, 2024, regarding a single-vehicle traffic collision. Upon arrival, officers located a […]
The case for a 32-hour workweek with no loss in pay
Although it is rarely discussed in the media, the Senate overwhelmingly passed legislation to establish a 30-hour workweek in 1933. While that legislation ultimately failed because of intense opposition from corporate America, […]
Fullerton Sister City Association Grand Tour of Italy
Fullerton Sister Cities Association Board Member Roberto Angotti announced that Laura Lasorda, daughter of the late and great Tommy Lasorda, will join us at the upcoming Fullerton Sister Cities Association Grand Tour […]
Video Observer: The Women Who Book ALPHA’s Annual A Day of Authors
This year, the Fullerton Chapter of the Assistance League Professional Humanitarian Auxiliary (known as ALPHA) will be hosting its 31st Annual A Day of Authors (ADOA) event on April 6th. I […]
The 50th Anniversary of the Morrison Tournament
In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the Morrison Scholastic Tournament, Fullerton School District Trustee Hilda Sugarman, a long-time supporter of chess activities, recognized Dewain Barber on behalf of the school board. […]
Update on JP23 and the Samantha Velasquez trial
After three years, the court case between JP23 and Samantha Velasquez is set for July 2024. Here are the facts. August 1, 2021: Samantha Velasquez claimed that she was drugged at JP23 […]
Lupe Ramirez Receives Woman of Distinction Award from California Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva
Lupe Ramirez received the State Assembly Woman of Distinction Award from Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva at the Women’s Festival on March 16. Ramirez was recognized for her groundbreaking leadership in achieving […]
Hits & Misses: Fallen Leaves: Two Hits
Written and directed by Finnish filmmaker Aki Kaurismaki, “Fallen Leaves” won a major jury prize at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. Although unknown in the U.S., Kaurismaki has made at least forty […]
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fullerton will host Cabaret for Reproductive Justice on March 22 and 23
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fullerton will host a Cabaret for Reproductive Justice featuring music and two original plays as a fundraiser for Planned Parenthood. Local playwrights Chance Vernon and Christina Garner […]
CSUF Devised Theatre Production “Accidentally on Purpose”
Offers a Noir-Inspired Story of Seduction and Betrayal The Cal State Fullerton Department of Theatre & Dance Season is proud to present “Accidentally on Purpose,” beginning March 13 and running through March […]
Fullerton Resident Receive Women of Distinction Award
In honor of Women’s History Month, California Senator Tom Umberg recognized accomplished women who have positively contributed to their communities and the State of California on March 12. Honorees typically reside or […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Mid-March 2024
Book Launch Tom Elliott and David Jerome will host a book launch at Past Times Collectibles on Saturday, March 30th from 11am to 2pm. Eggs If you like fun and food and […]
Representative Lou Correa (D-Fullerton) and Fullerton Mayor Nicholas Dunlap announced $500,000 Fullerton Municipal Airport Technologies and Accessibility Upgrades
Representative Lou Correa (D-Fullerton) and Fullerton Mayor Nicholas Dunlap announced on March 20, 2024, the delivery of $500,000 in federal tax dollars for the City of Fullerton and Fullerton Municipal Airport (FUL) […]
Fullerton Resident Receive California Senator Tom Umberg’s Women of Distinction Award
In honor of Women’s History Month, California Senator Tom Umberg on March 12 recognized accomplished women who have positively contributed to their communities and the State of California. Honorees typically reside or […]
Free Bird Houses
After retiring as an aerospace engineer, Paul Williams of Yorba Linda took up woodworking. He decided that creating birdhouses would be simple enough to build, not too expensive to make, and something […]
In Case You Missed It: Gaza March 2024
80% of the population in Gaza has been displaced by conflict. Over 31,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza so far. •March 20, 2024: Biden Must Halt Offensive Arms to Israel if […]
City Council Notes: Illumination Foundation and The Navigation Center
City Manager Eric Levitt gave a brief update on two agreements at the City Council meeting on March 5: 1) The City Council approved the purchase of 3535 by the Commonwealth using […]
The appeal of major site plan for 801-811 Acacia Ave and 1580 Kimberly Ave was denied
Bob Lindell, representing Fullerton Heritage, the applicant for this appeal, said that they were seeking a continuance for a couple of weeks because they met with the developer and had discussions with […]
Union Pacific Trail Advocates Receive Recognition for Five Years of Unwavering Dedication and Success
Honorees (not in order) were: Veronica Moran, Mary Ramirez, Carime Calixto 4 Carla Aguayo, Alma Vilchis, Blanca Hernandez, Giulianna Nuncci, Blanca Hernandez, Paola Robles, Ana Madera, Rosa Altamirano, Gabriela Coronado, Monica Hernandez, […]
Fullerton District 5 Woman of the Year!
Congratulations to Leanna Forcucci (pictured with husband, Steve Shepard) on being awarded Fullerton District 5 Woman of the Year! Forcucci has dedicated over twenty years to improving Fullerton. Her small business […]
Spotlighting some of the OC Cookie Dads and Male Volunteers Supporting Girl Scouts
It’s Girl Scout Cookie Season in Orange County, with over 7,000 Girl Scouts actively selling classic favorites. The Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest girl-led business in the world, and this […]
Student Walkout in PYLUSD to Reject the School Board Majority’s “Parental Rights” Movement
High schoolers found out through Twitter that their principals were forced out. During last week’s Board of Trustees Meeting, Esperanza High School students announced a walkout for Wednesday, March 20th, 2024, to […]
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Responding to the Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District’s possible conversion of Glenview Elementary School to a charter school
This is from my personal experience; I applied to the district to transfer my two children to Glenview due to its proximity to their daycare provider and Esperanza High School, where I […]
On the City Council Agenda for March 19, 2024
Only two items on the regular agenda, but one on the consent calendar (#7) is also worth looking at: Item 15 concerns Short Term Rentals (STR). Currently, the Planning Commission makes all […]
Fatal Single Vehicle Traffic Collision on N Gilbert St and Castlewood Dr
Fullerton Police Officers responded to the area of N. Gilbert St. and Castlewood Dr. regarding a traffic collision involving an overturned vehicle on March 14 at approximately 1:08 AM. Upon arrival, Officers […]
City Council Notes: Proclamations, Presentations, Public Comments, and Council Comments: March 5, 2024
Meetings are on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 5:30 pm. Upcoming agenda information and streaming video of meetings are available at http://www.cityoffullerton.com City Hall is located at 303 W. […]
Nicolas Junior High School Teacher Awarded California League of Educators Middle School Teacher of the Year
Mucio Vidales, the teacher at Nicolas Junior High School, was awarded the California League of Educators 2024 Middle School Teacher of the Year. Mr. Vidales was nominated for his educational excellence and […]
In Case You Missed It: Gaza / Haiti / March 12, 2024
•Canada and Sweden restored financial aid to UNRWA, the UN agency in charge of distributing aid to Palestinians. The US and other countries cut aid after the Netanyahu Administration claimed, without evidence, […]
