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California Recognizes 10 Communities for Prohousing Policies
Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that the cities of Berkeley, Brea, Crescent City, Fairfield, Pinole, Rancho Cucamonga, Richmond, South Lake Tahoe, and West Hollywood and the County of Los Angeles have earned […]
Balance and Change: Easy Excercise for Your Mind
We tend to find a particular way to do things and then comfortably stay there. It does not matter how we drive to work, how we use a certain app, or where […]
The City of Fullerton presented certificates of recognitions to the volunteers who participated in the historic Lemon Bridge mural restoration
At the City Council meeting on Apri 16, council members Dr. Ahmad Zahra, Dr. Shana Charles, and Bruce Whitaker presented certificates of recognition to the volunteers who participated in the historic Lemon […]
At Home with the Homeless: Change your perceptions, change your reality
“Under the present brutal and primitive conditions on this planet, every person you meet should be regarded as one of the walking wounded. We have never seen a man or woman not […]
Open Letter: Fullerton’s opportunity to advance community safety – is it gone?
My name is Amy Parker, and I’m the General Secretary of the California State University, Fullerton chapter of the Young Democratic Socialists of America (YDSA), also known as Titan YDSA. On April […]
HDR Funds Learn-to-Ride Bicycle Program to Local Elementary School
All Kids Bike, the national nonprofit teaching kindergarten students how to ride bikes in PE class, is activating their All Kids Bike Learn-To-Ride Kindergarten PE Program at Benson Elementary, thanks to a […]
Missed the April tax-filing deadline? File quickly to avoid penalties and interest; those owed a refund also shouldn’t forget to file
The Internal Revenue Service encouraged taxpayers who missed the April tax-filing deadline to file a tax return as soon as possible. The IRS offers different resources to help those who may be […]
Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion with 3rd Annual Korean Cultural Night
The Fullerton School District (FSD) proudly celebrated diversity and cultural appreciation at Park’s Jr. High’s 3rd Annual Korean Culture Night. This event featured an evening of festivities and cultural exchange for all […]
Speaker Series: Across the Country on Safer Roads
Speaker Series: Across the Country on Safer Roads My Three Years as a Political Appointee at the Department of Transportation Ann Carlson will speak at a Patrons of the Library event on […]
Out of My Mind: The War with Iran Turns Hot
Almost every war begins with a tragic series of miscalculations. Nations get fooled into not understanding the gravity of their actions, and sometimes, the whole world pays the price. Today, three hours […]
Video Observer: David “Mr. Bucketlist” Jerome Writes Book on Baseball History
See videos on YouTube @emersonlittle1901 Fullerton’s history is intertwined with baseball’s past. As a lifelong Fullerton resident and baseball fan, local author David Jerome decided to combine his passion for the sport […]
City Council Notes: Tuesday, April 02 Meeting
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 […]
Are you prepared to face a disaster?
If an earthquake strikes, do you have a plan to follow to safety? The uncertainty of crisis looms large, as it always has, but being prepared can help you stand confident against […]
The State of the Community 2024
The State of the Community was held at the Fullerton Public Library Auditorium on April 8 during the Collaborative meeting. Mayor Nicholas Dunlap gave an abbreviated presentation of his speech on the […]
Good times rolled for Friends of Jazz Mardi Gras!
The biggest event of the year, coinciding with FOJ’s 25th anniversary, showcased great music, food, and auction items. A few annual Friends of Jazz events are better, and none are bigger than […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Mid-April 2024
Mike Ness DAY For years, local music aficionados wondered if Mike Ness would stop by during our annual Day of Music and maybe even play a couple of tunes with his band, […]
Mike Ness Day
Crowds of people gathered in our Downtown Plaza on April 3rd to celebrate the music and legacy of Social Distortion frontman and founder Mike Ness. The free event, hosted by the City […]
Read the Mid-April 2024 issue of the Fullerton Observer
Hilbert Museum Exhibition Showcases 25 Years of Student Holocaust Art and Writing
A showing of the top-placing entries from the first 25 years of one of the country’s oldest and largest student art and writing contests focused on the Holocaust is coming to the […]
Fullerton Schools District Wins Gold!
Fullerton School District’s (FSD) Nutrition Services received the 2023 Turnip the Beet Gold Award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Services. The award recognizes schools for going above […]
In Case You Missed It–April 13-15, 2024
Iran launches over 200 drones and missiles into Israel In retaliation for the April 1st Israeli attack on the consulate adjacent to the Iranian Embassy in Damascus, Syria, that reportedly killed 7 […]
Cơ Quan Đặc Trách Y Tế Công Cộng Quận Cam Kêu Gọi Người Tiêu Thụ Dầu Chữa Bệnh Trĩ Việt Nam Ngưng Sử Dụng và Nên Đi Khám Nghiệm Y Tế
Do nguy cơ ngộ độc chất chì, Cơ Quan Đặc Trách Y Tế Công Cộng OC (HCA) kêu gọi những người dùng loại dầu để chữa trị bệnh trĩ Việt Nam có […]
OC Health Care Agency Urges Consumers of a Vietnamese Hemorrhoid Ointment to Stop Use and Seek Medical Testing
Lead Found in Vietnamese Hemorrhoid Ointment Due to the risk of lead poisoning, the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) urges users of the Vietnamese hemorrhoid ointment called Cao Bôi Trĩ Cây Thầu […]
Fatal Traffic Collision on Orangethorpe and Harbor
Fullerton Police Officers were dispatched to the area of Orangethorpe Ave and Harbor Blvd regarding a traffic collision involving multiple vehicles on April 15 at approximately 12:11 am. Upon arrival, Officers located […]
Hunt Library Has a Grand Re-Opening
The grand re-opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 13 included entertainment by the Kelsey Fullerton Jazz Trio and Monte Alban Folkloric Dancers. There were food trucks and booths from local partners. Representatives […]
Exposing Corruption and Systematic Crimes Against Homeless People at Placentia City Council Meeting
Prison is Not Designed to Solve Homelessness Far from being junkies and mentally ill “transients,” the media loves to portray homeless people as they are finally and collectively taking power into their own hands […]
On the City Council Agenda for April 16
The regular agenda includes five items related to streets, including street sweeping, lighting, and rehab (plus the Fire Chief’s compensation). Items 7 and 10 propose ways to spend about $8 million in […]
Annual Orca Festival at Orangethorpe Elementary School on April 22
Did you know that experts predict that by the year 2050, more plastic will be in the ocean than fish? A shocking 9 to 11 million tons of plastic enter the […]
Dirty Dozen: IRS warns about fake charities exploiting taxpayer generosity
In natural disasters and other tragic events, it’s common for compassionate individuals to donate money to help the victims. Unfortunately, scammers often use fake charities as a cover to not only obtain […]
Does Fullerton Police Department Need Military Weapons?
Fullerton City Council will consider whether to approve or not approve Fullerton Police Department policy and use of military equipment, including various rifles, armored vehicles, grenades, and more, on Tuesday, April 16, […]
City of Fullerton to Unlock Energy Savings and Fund Smart City Solutions with NORESCO Energy Efficiency Project
The City of Fullerton in 2023 contracted with NORESCO, a national leader in energy efficiency, resiliency, and infrastructure solutions, to implement an $8.4 million energy efficiency project guaranteed to save $12.1 million […]
State Audit of the California’s homelessness funding
Read the full report here: https://www.auditor.ca.gov/reports/2023-102.1/index.html SUMMARY The Joint Legislative Audit Committee requested an audit of the State’s homelessness funding, including an evaluation of the efforts undertaken by the State and two […]
In Case You Missed It: April 10-12, 2024
• The Biden Administration canceled $7.4 billion in Federal student loan debt, affecting 277,000 people. The Gun Show loophole has been closed. Vendors who sell guns through shows, private purchases, and online […]
Quirk-Silva’s Bill Streamlining Building Permit Process in California Advances Through First Committee
Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva (D-Fullerton) celebrated the successful passage through the Assembly Local Government Committee of Assembly Bill 2433, which addresses the prolonged delays in the building permit process across California. The bill […]
