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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

News Recap

Library Foundation of Newport Beach Announces Change of Venues for Spring Programming

The Library Foundation of Newport Beach will move its Library Live Lectures and Witte Lecture Series to the Oasis Senior Center due to the delay of the Witte Hall construction adjacent to the main library. The Library Foundation had planned its Spring Library Live and Spotlight on Science lectures, and...

Speak Up Newport Mayor’s Dinner Features State of the City Address by Mayor Lauren Kleiman

Mayor Lauren Kleiman delivered the annual State of the City address during the Mayor’s Dinner at VEA Newport Beach on Friday, Feb. 13, marking the City’s 120th anniversary and outlining key accomplishments focused on safety, service and community. During the evening, Mayor Kleiman presented the Key to the City of...

Balboa Island Ferry Finalizes Agreements to Launch Historic Zero-Emission Ferry Electrification Project

“Historic Balboa Island Ferry may close due to state emissions requirements.” That was the headline on March 30, 2023 when the Beek Family, which has owned the Balboa Island Ferry for more than 100 years, announced it was struggling to meet California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) stringent zero emission regulations...

Newport Beach Fire Department’s 2026 Strategic Vision: Wellness, Readiness, and a Winning Culture

By David Gibson, Newport Beach Fire Department PIO As Newport Beach turns the page into 2026, the Newport Beach Fire Department (NBFD) is doing what it has become known for in recent years: taking a disciplined, forward-looking approach to public safety that blends modernization, measurable performance, and a strong focus...

Leadership is What Defines the Newport Beach City Council

Leadership seemingly comes in as many forms are there are forms of leaders. According to Nobel-prize winning author, James MacGregor in his book “Leadership,” there are more than 130 definitions of leadership. Warren Bennis and Burt Nanus in their work, “Leaders: Strategies of Taking Charge,” claim there are “at least 350.” Of the...

Newport Beach Fire Department Extinguishes Structure Fire in Corona del Mar January 21

On January 21 at approximately 6:28 p.m., the Newport Beach Fire Department (NBFD) responded to a reported structure fire at 3348 E. Coast Highway. The incident occurred directly across the street from NBFD Station 5 in Corona del Mar. Upon arrival, Newport Beach Engine 65 observed heavy smoke billowing from...

From Trolleys to Drones: Newport Beach City Manager Details What’s Ahead for the City at Good Morning CdM Meeting

Want to know what’s going on in Newport Beach? Ask the city manager. The Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce hosted its monthly Good Morning CdM meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8 at the Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club with special guest Seimone Jurjis, the newly appointed Newport Beach City Manager. Jurjis served...

Annual Newport Beach Mayor’s Dinner Honors New Mayor February 13 at VEA Newport Beach

Each year, Speak Up Newport – a non-partisan citywide resident's group organized to promote the common good and general welfare of the Newport Beach community – presents the Annual Mayor's Dinner, which is attended by more than 450 Newport Beach business and community leaders. The 44th Annual Speak Up Newport...

Speak Up Newport Hosts Meeting on Newport’s General Plan Wednesday, Jan. 14

A new General Plan is in the works for Newport Beach. The planning commission and city council will soon be reviewing a new plan for the city’s future, and you can be among the first to hear an update at the next Speak Up Newport meeting to be held...

Good Morning CdM Meeting on January 8 Features Newly Appointed Newport Beach City Manager Seimone Jurjis

The Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce hosts a Good Morning CdM meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8 with special guest Seimone Jurjis, the newly appointed Newport Beach City Manager. Stay Informed on the latest developments in the City of Newport Beach including current city projects and a vision for the...