A strong earthquake centered in the Ridgecrest area shook houses and set off car alarms all across Orange County Friday evening, but did little damage and caused no injuries. According to the […]
7.1 quake rattles Orange County area
Cities try to keep July 4 “safe and sane”
For some people, it’s a patriotic display of liberty. For others it’s matter of taking liberties with the law. Either way, Fourth of July week is upon us, with Thursday as official […]
Stars, stripes, parades and fireworks
A brand-new week. A brand-new month. And, if you’re the bookkeeper, a brand-new fiscal year. Here’s your guide to what’s on the agenda for this week in the Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, […]
A trip down the history of downtowns
By Jim Tortolano The central business district of Westminster has always been a kind of moving target, and we don’t mean the big box retailer. In fact, it’s a common feeling […]
Drastic measure required for “bad actor”
Editor, Westminster’s recent adoption of procedure requiring majority’s support of any measure to be placed on the agenda is nothing new in city hall practices. In Orange County, such procedures are used […]
Have a Merry Halfway-to-Christmas
Believe it or not, this week represents the halfway point to Christmas. By Wednesday, you’ll be closer to this coming big holiday than the last one. Time to start planning your party, […]
Illegal fireworks and more are seized
Police in Garden Grove and Westminster have seized large amounts of illegal fireworks as well as other unlawful items this past week. In Garden Grove, the police department’s special investigations unit – […]
Press release on “Ho Chi Minh City” OKd
By Jim Tortolano Before a loud and angry audience, the Westminster City Council at a special meeting Wednesday afternoon voted to issue a press release affirming that there was no intention to […]
Meeting on “divisive” comments called
A special meeting of the Westminster City Council has been called by Mayor Tri Ta to address “divisive and damaging comments and social media posts” made by some council members. The meeting […]
WPD officer drives for recovering cars
By Jessica Peralta When it comes to spotting stolen vehicles while on patrol, Westminster Police Officer Bryan Cramer says it’s all about location. “Motels are a hotspot for them,” Cramer says. “Houses […]
