Category: Top Stories

How Effective Compliance Training Fuels Business Success

In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, compliance has become a critical factor in determining the success and sustainability of any organization. Regulatory requirements are becoming increasingly complex and stringent across industries, and non-compliance can result in severe consequences, including fines, legal actions, and damage to reputation. Practical compliance training is Read More

PRE-GAME PHOTOS: Western Pioneers were prepared to capture a win in CIF quarterfinals

Western lineman Noa-Valles-Blackwell and his teammates prepared for the quarterfinal round game with Apple Valley. (Photos: Fernando M. Donado, For OC Sports Zone). Before taking on Apple Valley in the quarterfinal round of the CIF Division 5 playoffs, the Western Pioneers put in lots of time getting ready for the Read More

Newport Dunes Unveils Fire & Ice Festival with Ice Rink and Lighting of the Bay November 24 – January 1

Lighting of the Bay – photo by Chris Trela Every year around the holidays, Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort holds its annual Lighting of the Bay featuring more than 50 floating holiday decorations and Christmas trees. This year, Newport Dunes is adding to the festive fun with its inaugural Fire & Read More

Comedian Dana Carvey’s son, Dex, dead at 32

Actor and comedian Dana Carvey’s eldest son, Dex Carvey, has died from an accidental drug overdose, his family announced Thursday. He was 32. On Wednesday night, Dex’s girlfriend reportedly called the police from their L.A. home where Dex was found unresponsive in the bathroom, according to TMZ. Paramedics reportedly tried Read More

Dana Point Mayor, Supervisor Foley Provide Update on Harbor Advisory Committee

Since its formation in July, the Harbor Advisory Committee has met four times, discussing construction schedules for the marina revitalization already well underway, the commercial core construction and hotel development awaiting a California Coastal Commission decision, project oversight and more. In an emailed statement, Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley noted Read More

Hoag Newport Beach Receives Transformational Gift of $50 Million from Philanthropist Richard H. Pickup.

Philanthropist Kevin Pickup Hoag has announced a transformational $50 million gift that will establish the Richard H. Pickup Center for Brain Health, a powerhouse of innovation that will pioneer new, whole family-centered approaches to brain health and healthy aging. Long-time Newport Beach philanthropist Richard Pickup has made numerous gifts to Read More