Author: Tom Connolly

Protect Yourself From Planning and Zoning Phishing Scams

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 The Federal Bureau of Investigation and Irvine Police Department are warning the public about an emerging phishing scheme by criminals impersonating City and county officials to solicit fraudulent payments for City and county planning and zoning permits. The criminals leverage publicly available permit information to identify potential victims Read More

Best New Restaurants: Stone Groove Stillhouse and Restaurant

I was skeptical when I heard about Jeff and Christa Duggan’s new venture. The husband-and-wife team first found success with their award-winning micro roastery Portola Coffee. Jeff had been experimenting with the effect of music vibrations on spirits during barrel fermentation, and he found that whiskey aged to rock ’n’ Read More

Help Break the World Record for Largest Swing Dance Lesson at Balboa Pier

On April 19, Visit Newport Beach invites the local community and visitors alike to Balboa Pier to attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest swing dance lesson. Organized by the official Destination Marketing Organization for Newport Beach, the free public event aims to break the current Read More

On the Move: Daniel Berghauser Promoted to Principal at DAHLIN Architecture | Planning | Interiors

ARCHITECTURE DAHLIN Architecture | Planning | Interiors has promoted Daniel Berghauser to Principal. As an integral part of the firm’s Civic team, Berghauser guides complex public-sector projects with technical expertise and thoughtful leadership. He works closely and collaboratively with stakeholders and partners to deliver high-performing facilities that leave a lasting Read More

On the Move: Banc of California Welcomes Carlos Cu as Senior Vice President for Specialty Deposits

BANKING Carlos Cu has joined Banc of California as Senior Vice President for Specialty Deposits, with a focus on providing relationship-oriented banking services to payment processors, independently owned escrow companies and 1031 accommodators. He is based in Santa Ana. Mr. Cu has more than 20 years of experience serving clients Read More

City of Irvine Joins National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation April 1-30

Saturday, April 4, 2026 Mayor Larry Agran has joined mayors across the country in challenging residents to make a long-term commitment to conserve water, reduce pollution, and use natural resources more efficiently. The National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, presented by the Wyland Foundation, takes place during Earth Month, April Read More