Category: Orange County News

Laguna Playhouse’s Production of ‘Ain’t Misbehavin’’ is a Joyous Crowd-Pleaser

Summer Nicole Greer, Dedrick Bonner, Amber Diane Wright, James Tolbert and Jenelle Lynn Randall star in “Ain’t Misbehavin’” at Laguna Playhouse. Photo credit: Jason Niedle. By Eric Marchese | Special to the NB Indy When it comes to larger-than-life show-biz greats, few can match the storied life and career of Read More

South Coast Plaza Celebrates Lunar New Year and Year of the Dragon Feb. 8-25

South Coast Plaza ushers in Lunar New Year February 8 through 25 with a celebration filled with extraordinary gifts, special menus at South Coast Plaza restaurants, Lunar New Year-themed merchandise, children’s lantern crafts, boutique events and activities, and a spectacular Year of the Dragon display. Now in its 12th year, Read More

Newport Beach City Manager Update: NB Fire Department Award, CERT Classes

Grace Leung By Grace Leung, Newport Beach City Manager It is my honor to congratulate the Newport Beach Fire Department for earning a prestigious recognition from the Insurance Services Office, a classification shared by only about one percent of the top fire departments nationwide. This is an extraordinary accomplishment that Read More

Op/Ed by Lauren Kleiman: Prop 1 Coming to a Neighborhood Near You

Lauren Kleiman, Newport Beach City Council, District 6 Most Californians are unaware that sober living, detox, social rehabilitation and mental health treatment facilities are allowed to operate in any residential neighborhood throughout the State. Some may be aware that these group homes exist but assume they could never come to Read More