At the Newport Beach City Council candidate forum at the Oasis Senior Center, Erik Weigand was asked a question that started me thinking. He was asked if his active participation in the OC GOP would influence how he governed as a councilman. Since he respected the nonpartisanship of a council Read More
Charcuterie boards have become more popular in recent years. People often make entire meals out of the finger foods and snack-like items that are included in these offerings — which may include anything from sliced cheeses to olives, crackers, vegetables, and cured meats. Fresh dips also may be included, and Read More
By Grace Leung, Newport Beach City Manager Last week I had the pleasure of providing a City update to an engaged audience at the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce’s Wake Up! Newport forum. I presented an overview of the City budget, including trends and projections, an update on capital improvement Read More
Seven day local weather forecast for November 06 through November 12. Details for seven day local weather forecast for November 06 through November 12 Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 69. Light and variable wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a Read More
Share this: Today’s Hope is Here quote of the week, courtesy of On Faith writer Cindy Christeson: “As we wait on God, He helps us use the winds of adversity to soar above our problems.” Billy Graham Share this: Previous articleOC Coastkeeper Disappointed in Coastal Commission’s Approval of Newport Dredging Read More
On November 2, the Orange County Community Foundation (OCCF) hosted Preserving Dignity, a collaborative online Giving Day to support older adults in need. OCCF announced that 238 donors contributed $142,226 to participating nonprofits in support of their vital missions to help Orange County’s growing aging population. Recently released studies show Read More
On Friday, Oct. 14, the California Coastal Commission approved a Coastal Development Permit for a controversial dredging project impacting Newport Harbor. According to Orange County Coastkeeper, an environmental nonprofit committed to clean water, the City of Newport Beach will create a Confined Aquatic Disposal (CAD) facility to address underwater sediment Read More
Royal Jewelers at Newport North owner Melissa Weiler After 30 years offering truly one-of-a-kind creations from her popular Bison Ave. store, Royal Jewelers at Newport North owner Melissa Weiler has announced she’s closing shop. Of the millions of dollars of sparkling jewels that have graced her display cases, Weiler feels Read More
Birtcher Development, a five generation Newport Beach-based industrial real estate development firm has added five new team members: Holly Fessler, Director of Asset and Property Management; Lindsey Mansker, Director of Development; Mark Shea, Director of Accounting; Tom Adamson, Development Manager; Shellie McDearmon, Project Accountant. “We are thrilled to welcome Holly, Read More
Wendy and Greg Ekstrom’s new build home on Amethyst Avenue was part of the 23rd Annual Balboa Island Holiday Home Walking Tour. — Photo by Sara Hall © The 24th Annual Balboa Island Holiday Home Walking Tour is back this year and will be held on Sunday, December 11 from Read More
