All all-night mission brought good news on the chemical threat of an explosion at a plastics factory in West Garden Grove. “That threat has been eliminated.” said Orange County officials on Monday […]
Explosion threat is “eliminated”
Toxic fumes prompt evacuations
By Jim Tortolano Orange County Tribune One of the most dangerous environmental crises in local history remains unresolved, casting a shadow of unknown danger over several cities in West Orange County. As […]
Chemical leak spurs evacuations in areas of West Garden Grove
he release of fumes from toxic chemicals spurred the evacuation of an area of West Garden Grove on Thursday afternoon. According to the Orange County Fire Authority, the incident was at the […]
Townhome project for West GG
The construction of a 26-unit two-story townhome project in a residential area of West Garden Grove goes before the Garden Grove Planning Commission when it meets on Thursday, Feb. 20. Brandywine Homes […]
Lampson sewer work to start
Beginning Monday, June 5 through September 2023, Lampson Avenue from Springdale Street to Lamplighter Street in Garden Grove will undergo a sewer improvement project causing temporary traffic delays. To facilitate construction work, […]
Fire closes Western Avenue
A fire involving hazardous materials closed traffic on Western Avenue in West Garden Grove on Saturday evening. According to the Orange County Fire Authority, the fire was reported at 6:24 p.m. in […]
Fire hits West Grove strip mall
A fire ravaged a strip mall Thursday night in West Garden Grove. According to the Orange County Fire Authority, the call came in at 8:41 p.m. about the blaze in the 12500 […]
Art bringing “zest” to the city
By Jim Tortolano Do you have “zest”? Not the hand soap but the dictionary definition of “an enjoyably excitable quality.” West Garden Grove will have a visible symbol of that if […]
West Grove Center expansions
The West Grove Center, a revitalized shopping and entertainment area on Valley View Street in West Garden Grove, could be going through another growth spurt. On March 4 a proposal by Cinema […]
Retorts: Let’s sign up for some charm
“No matter where you go, there you are.” That’s a well-worn line from the cult film “Buckaroo Banzai.” When people ask you where you live, or where are you from, what do […]
