Christmas tree farms in Orange County are preparing for the seasonal rush, as a tree shortage strikes after a year of dry spells. Since opening operations in 1944, Noonan’s Christmas Trees, a tree farm in Costa Mesa, has never experienced a holiday tree shortage until this winter, according to its owner Doug Noonan. “There is…
Orange County Christmas Tree Farms Face Short Supply
November 26, 2021
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Masked Robbers Storm South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa
November 23, 2021
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COSTA MESA, Calif.—Law enforcement is in search of several masked robbers who barged into a South Coast Plaza diner, ordering customers to drop to the ground on Nov. 22. Police were called to the scene at 7:13 p.m. on Monday to the Seasons 52 restaurant located at 3300 Bristol St. Three to five masked men…
Outage Knocks Out Power for Thousands in Newport-Mesa
COSTA MESA, Calif.—A power outage caused by balloons knocked out electricity for about 3,500 customers in Costa Mesa and Newport Beach Nov. 10. There were two outages in the Costa Mesa and Newport Beach area that occurred just before 1:30 a.m., according to Southern California Edison spokeswoman Gabriela Ornelas. Initially, 3,470 customers lost power, but…
Costa Mesa Extends Short-Term Rental Ban
November 4, 2021
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The City of Costa Mesa unanimously approved an emergency ordinance Nov. 2 that will continue the city’s ban on short-term rentals (STRs) for another year. STRs, defined as rentals that last for less than 30 days, are commonly listed on websites including Airbnb, VRBO, HomeAway, FlipKey, and others. Every council member seemed to be in…
Orange County Board of Education Trustee Steps Down Amid Legal Controversy
November 4, 2021
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Orange County Board of Education Trustee Tim Shaw stepped down from his seat Nov. 3 over a legal challenge for simultaneously sitting on La Habra City Council. “My colleagues on the board are thoughtful, hardworking, and well-intentioned public servants,” Shaw said at a Nov. 3 meeting. “I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve students…
Costa Mesa Considers Applications for 70 Cannabis Dispensaries
November 4, 2021
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Costa Mesa could soon have more than 70 cannabis dispensaries, despite only having around 20 pharmacies and drug stores, according to a city document. Costa Mesa currently has no legal cannabis dispensaries, according to the city’s spokesperson, Tony Dodero. The city has not placed a cap on the number of retail cannabis businesses allowed. After…
Man Surrenders After 10-Hour Barricade in Costa Mesa Home With 2 Children
November 3, 2021
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COSTA MESA, Calif.—A man believed to be armed with a gun barricaded himself inside a Costa Mesa home with his two children on Nov. 3, following what police described as a domestic disturbance, but he surrendered after about a 10-hour standoff. Police said the children were recovered “safe and sound.” A woman who reported being assaulted was able…
Costa Mesa Decides to Not Pursue Workforce Housing
October 27, 2021
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The City of Costa Mesa decided to not pursue a request to create workforce housing for low and middle-income residents at their Oct. 19 council meeting. The request would have enabled the city to purchase 580 Anton Boulevard, a 250 unit complex, near South Coast Plaza for $171 million through government-affiliated bonds with a 35-year…
Woman Sentenced to Community Service for Refusing to Wear Mask
A 57-year-old nurse was sentenced to 40 hours of community service Oct. 20 after being convicted for refusing to wear a mask while inside a Costa Mesa, California, grocery store. Marianne Campbell Smith was pronounced guilty of trespassing with intent to interfere with business and obstructing or intimidating a business or customers, with jurors deliberating…
Orange County Woman Sentenced to Community Service for Refusing to Wear Mask
A 57-year-old nurse was sentenced to 40 hours of community service Oct. 20 after being convicted for refusing to wear a mask while inside a Costa Mesa, California, grocery store. Marianne Campbell Smith was pronounced guilty of trespassing with intent to interfere with business and obstructing or intimidating a business or customers, with jurors deliberating…
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