If people seeking mental health care don’t want to simply talk in a room with a therapist, they can instead try to lead a horse around an outdoor obstacle course while discussing their issues. The J.F. Shea Therapeutic Center is expanding the range of equine therapy services that they offer Read More
Santa Margarita Water District will replace 500 feet of sewer pipeline on Los Rios Street from June 5-18 as part of sewer upgrades planned in San Juan Capistrano. “The work will be done Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,” a news release from SMWD said. “Local customers Read More
The Capistrano Unified School District has announced the leading candidate to fill the role of superintendent. CUSD trustees are considering Dr. Christopher Brown, who is currently the assistant superintendent for Research, Assessment, and School Improvement at the Long Beach Unified School District, according to a news release. The Board of Read More
In its current form, Serra Park—a neighborhood recreational area at the corner of Calle Santa Rosalia and Calle Bonita—mostly has grass and walking paths, along with a play structure and bench. The City of San Juan Capistrano is looking to add further features, though, and will be asking for the Read More
Longtime Downtown San Juan Capistrano restaurant Cedar Creek Inn is under new ownership and will eventually get a new name. Orange County restaurateur David Wilhelm is the new owner and confirmed the shift in leadership with an email announcement sent on May 18. Wilhelm purchased the eatery with his friend Read More
After Frank Fabrega survived an ordeal with cancer, he decided to get involved with Relay for Life as a way to give back. He helped raise funds for the organization and gained a liking for it. That passion for giving back ended up blending into his experiences with a pickleball Read More
Though Rancho Mission Viejo has seen a lot of home developments and new businesses open in the past few years, the unincorporated area isn’t particularly known as a place to eat out at a restaurant. The owners behind Oak Ranch Grill are looking to change that. Brian McTeigue and Jesse Read More
The City of San Juan Capistrano is on track to spend $2 million to renovate the San Juan Capistrano Sports Park as the grass is in rough shape because of frequent use by youth sports leagues and community groups, including the Rotary Club’s annual car show. The sports park upgrade Read More
The Capistrano Unified School District is looking to spend approximately $1 million on a multi-tiered plan to handle student mental health and well-being. The CUSD Cares plan district staff introduced intends to “positively impact” students by enhancing their sense of connection, school communities, and opportunities for celebration, a staff report Read More
The San Juan Summer Nites concerts are set to return to Historic Town Center Park next month and will feature a variety of free music during the coming months, the City of San Juan Capistrano recently announced. Classic rock band The Trip will kick the series off on June 21, Read More
