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Irvine Scores High in 2025 National Rankings for Parks and Family Life

Irvine has again received national recognition for its parks, open space and quality of life, with recent accolades highlighting its appeal. The city was ranked second in the nation… Continue Reading Irvine Scores High...

May 28, 2025

Irvine City Council rejects mayor’s renewed call for Great Park veterans cemetery

Councilmembers decided, again, Irvine will not pursue the construction of a veterans cemetery at the Great Park. Furthermore, the city will retain its support for a proposed state and county-funded… Continue Reading Irvine City Council...

Dosa at Paradise Biryani Pointe

Paradise Biryani Pointe, new at Irvine Spectrum Center, specializes in the cuisine of India’s historic Hyderabad district. The brand has its origins in a small cafe inside a cinema… Continue Reading Dosa at Paradise...

May 27, 2025

Alone, these violins have dark pasts; their ensemble strikes a chord of hope

Diedra Lukoff went to the Hilbert Art Museum in Orange last week for lack of any other plans on a sweltering afternoon. She expected a good time, a respite from… Continue Reading Alone, these violins...

Memorial Day Ceremony at Bill Barber Park

May 26 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am Two special ceremonies will be held in the city. On May 25, the Northwood Gratitude and Honor Memorial Candle Lighting Ceremony… Continue Reading Memorial Day Ceremony...

May 26, 2025

Status Update: Planet Fitness opens free summer memberships for teens

Planet Fitness has a deal for bored teenages this summer: a free gym membership. The fitness chain is offering a summer program for teens at all of its Southern California… Continue Reading Status Update: Planet...

Memorial Day Ceremony

May 25 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Two special ceremonies will be held in the city. On May 25, the Northwood Gratitude and Honor Memorial Candle Lighting Ceremony… Continue Reading Memorial Day Ceremony