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November 27, 2024

Irvine hires first city librarian as it prepares to create new library system, breaking from county

Irvine leaders have selected Julie Zeoli as the city’s first librarian. Zeoli will lead Irvine’s new library services division, helping the city create and manage its own library system after… Continue Reading Irvine hires first...

November 27, 2024

Bowling teammates don’t spare time for challenges when there are strikes to roll

Mike Parker and Michael Mistretta became a team about 10 years ago. Each needed a new bowling partner in the Lunch Bunch League at Irvine Lanes, a longtime bowling alley… Continue Reading Bowling teammates don’t...

November 26, 2024

Irvine-based EV maker Rivian OK’d for $6 billion US loan to build Georgia factory

By Jeff Amy | The Associated Press President Joe Biden’s administration announced Tuesday that the U.S. Department of Energy will make a $6.6 billion loan to Rivian Automotive to build… Continue Reading Irvine-based EV maker...

November 25, 2024

Beyond the pumpkin: 5 alternative pies sold for Thanksgiving in Orange County

While pumpkin and pecan pies are in and of themselves tasty, their stranglehold on Thanksgiving is unextractable. A shame, really, since other pies, especially ones with a bright acidic kick,… Continue Reading Beyond the pumpkin:...

November 25, 2024

90+ free or cheap holiday community events in Orange County for festive fun

You can’t complain about there being nothing to do during the holidays in Orange County. Cities and local landmarks pack the calendar with events for the community. Many have become… Continue Reading 90+ free or...

November 25, 2024

Pair arrested after car crashes through OCFA gate in Irvine

IRVINE — A driver suspected of DUI and a passenger were in custody Sunday after ramming through the gate of Orange County Fire Authority headquarters in Irvine. About 11:45 p.m.… Continue Reading Pair arrested after...