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South Coast Repertory Puts a ‘Nuevo’ Spin on the ‘Don Quixote’ Tale

Herbert Siguenza (right), as Quijano, transforms himself into Don Quixote and escapes from his sister, Magdalena (Laura Crotte, left); his psychotherapist, Dr. Campos (Maya Malan-Gonzalez); niece Antonia (Viviana Garza); and Padre Perez (Sol Castillo), who want to move him out of his home and into assisted living. Photo by Jenny Read More

Newport Beach City Manager Update: New Technologies in Newport Harbor, Police Arrest Homicide Suspects

Grace Leung, Newport Beach City Manager By Grace Leung, Newport Beach City Manager The City is deploying some exciting new technologies in Newport Harbor to further maintain and improve water quality in the bay. On Thursday, October 5, members of the City’s Water Quality and Coastal Tidelands Committee gathered at Read More

On the Agenda: October 10 City Council Meeting

Grace Leung By Grace Leung Newport Beach City Manager The next City Council meeting is Tuesday, October 10. Items of interest are highlighted below. The entire agenda and reports can be viewed here: https://newportbeachca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/71681/72. The regular meeting will begin at 4:30 p.m. Agenda items include: A grant transfer agreement with Read More

Newport Beach City Manager Update: Building Permits, Fire Services Day

Grace Leung By Grace Leung, Newport Beach City Manager One indicator of a strong local real estate market is building permit activity, which reflects a community’s investment in new property development and improvements. Newport Beach is doing remarkably well on that front. During the 2022-23 fiscal year, the City’s Community Read More

Superb ‘Les Miserables’ at Segerstrom Center is a Timeless Classic Musical

Scene from “Les Mis” at Segerstrom Center By Simone Goldstone | NB Indy Soundcheck Columnist The musical “Les Miserables” is timeless. Not just because it’s a classic, but because at every age you watch it, the more there is to notice. The unique characters, the lessons, and incredible depth that Read More

Emotionally Powerful ‘Rainmaker’ a Timeless Tale of Self-Worth at Laguna Playhouse

(Left to Right) Jeffrey Markle (seated), Richard Baird, James Taylor Odom, Nick Tag, and Lizzie Zerebko star in the Laguna Playhouse production of “The Rainmaker” By Eric Marchese | Special to the NB Indy Californians everywhere can relate to the miseries caused by drought. Whether that makes “The Rainmaker” more Read More

Newport Beach City Manager Update: E-Bikes, Disaster Preparedness for Pets

Grace Leung, Newport Beach City Manager By Grace Leung, Newport Beach City Manager E-bikes, propelled by electric motors, have emerged as an increasingly popular and eco-friendly mode of transportation. However, with their growing popularity, ensuring e-bike safety has become paramount. As part of the City’s ongoing commitment to the safety Read More

On the Agenda for the September 26 Newport Beach City Council Meeting

Grace Leung By Grace Leung, Newport Beach City Manager The next City Council meeting is Tuesday, Sept. 26. Items of interest are highlighted below. The entire agenda and reports can be viewed here: https://newportbeachca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/71682/72. A study session will begin at 4 p.m. Agenda items include: Corona del Mar Village commercial Read More