Much in life happens by chance, encounters that can change the course of a life or even- a’ la Merce Cunningham- shape a dance. The former was the case for Corona Del Mar resident and ardent philanthropist Joan Beall, but it was dance that directed her new path when she met Saint Joseph Ballet’s Founder [...]
Parking and traffic were the chief concerns emanating from a group of about 40 residents gathered Wednesday night in the former city council chambers at 3300 Newport Blvd. to hear presentations from the two entities proposing to build hotels on the site of the old city hall. Members of the West Newport Beach Association were [...]
Monday is Memorial Day, a time to honor and remember the men and women who died while serving the country. The weekend families will come together, hold special ceremonies, visit cemeteries, and more. There are several ways to celebrate in Newport Beach this weekend. • On Monday, the American Legion local post 291 will [...]
By Christopher Trela | Newport Beach Indy “Try to remember, the kind of September, when life was slow and oh, so mellow…” “The Fantasticks” My parents met while performing in a play, so it’s no surprise I have theater coursing through my veins. Make that musical theater, because my dad – whose voice sounded much [...]
By Amy Senk | Corona del Mar Today The South Coast Air Quality Management District has released information about air samples collected this spring from near beach fire rings, according to the agency’s website. The website, updated this afternoon, also states that a decision on whether to ban beach bonfires throughout Los Angeles and Orange [...]
By Christopher Trela and Catherine Del Casale | NB Indy ”Remember when we went to the Newport Beach Wine Festival at Balboa Bay Resort last year?” I asked Catherine. “How could I forget–the wine and cheese pairing seminar was so much fun, and educational,” she replied. “And the barbecue on the lawn next to the [...]
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