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0 Community Corner Thanks to the tireless work of volunteers, the Newport Beach coastline is spruced up after being heavily impacted by the recent storms. Miranda Ceja , Patch Staff Posted Reply NEWPORT BEACH, CA — Almost 600 pounds of trash were picked up off of Newport Beach's coastline, after two cleanup events brought 160 volunteers to the coast on Saturday, Jan. 23, the city said in a statement. The events were organized by two nonprofit groups, Orange County Coastkeeper and Surfrider North Orange County Chapter, the city said. Coastkeeper brought 90 volunteers to cleanup near the Newport Pier after it had been heavily impacted by trash and debris from the recent storms. Surfrider's 70 volunteers focused on West Newport around Prospect Street, which also had large amount of trash that washed up during the storms. According to Surfrider officials, a large percentage of the trash collected was Styrofoam and … [Read more...] about Nearly 600 Pounds Of Trash Picked Off Newport Beach Shores After Storm

close Video Bison calf euthanized after being taken by tourists Visitors cited for touching wildlife A man from Hawaii has pleaded guilty to intentionally disturbing wildlife in Wyoming. Prosecutors said the man saw a bison calf separated from its mother at Yellowstone National Park and tried to push the newborn up a riverbank. However, picking up the calf caused the bison’s herd to reject it, leading to Yellowstone Park officials euthanizing it. A man from Hawaii pleaded guilty Wednesday to a charge alleging he picked up a bison calf in Yellowstone National Park, causing the animal's herd to reject it and leading park officials to kill it rather than allow it to be a hazard to visitors. A federal magistrate judge ordered the man to pay a $500 fine and make a $500 payment to the Yellowstone Forever Wildlife Protection Fund for the charge of intentionally disturbing wildlife, the U.S. Attorney's Office in Wyoming said. … [Read more...] about Hawaii man pleads guilty to picking up Yellowstone bison calf, resulting in its herd rejection, euthanasia

2 Schools The district provided no documentation showing how a top official became acting superintendent. David Giuliani , Patch Staff Posted | Updated Replies HINSDALE, IL – It still remains unclear how Chris Covino, a top Hinsdale High School District 86 official, became the acting superintendent. Last week, Patch requested records showing who appointed Covino, assistant superintendent for academics, to the acting position. He is serving in that role while Superintendent Tammy Prentiss is taking an undefined "leave of absence." On Wednesday, the district said in an emailed response that the assistant superintendent of academics "assumes the role of acting superintendent when the Superintendent is temporarily unavailable." The email stated school board President Catherine Greenspon informed Covino by phone on May 16 that he was acting superintendent "based on his position." The district confirmed no board … [Read more...] about Mystery On Hinsdale D86 Leader Pick Continues

0 Crime & Safety Due to the event's popularity, the city is planning to host a second shredding, e-waste recycling and compost giveaway event on May 27. Miranda Ceja , Patch Staff Posted Reply NEWPORT BEACH, CA — The City of Newport Beach's Earth Day event was deemed a success after drawing more than 860 residents to the city's corporation yard, a 73 percent increase from last year's Earth Day event. At the event, residents were able to shred sensitive documents, recycle e-waste and participate in a compost giveaway. According to the city, about 32,650 pounds of paper material was collected and shredded, nearly 8,650 pounds of e-waste recycled and about 2,600 bags of compost — 77,700 pounds — were distributed to residents. Due to the popularity of the event, the city announced plans to host a second event on Saturday, May 27. The event will include on-site shredding and compost distribution, however, e-waste … [Read more...] about Newport Beach Earth Day Event Draws 800+ People

0 Community Corner Find out when you can pick up those last-minute barbecue staples from Trader Joes, Whole Foods and CVS. Miranda Ceja , Patch Staff Posted Reply LAGUNA BEACH, CA — Memorial Day is right around the corner, and as families in Orange County take time to pay tribute to America’s fallen soldiers, many will also gather with family and friends to mark the unofficial start of summer. Kicking off summer usually means firing up the barbecue, smoking some meat or whipping up a batch of fresh-squeezed lemonade for the kids. It’s a tried-and-true recipe for a relaxing weekend, but forgetting a key ingredient for a signature dish is a quick way to turn a peaceful day into a stressful mess. To help, Patch has compiled a helpful list of grocery stores that will be open on Memorial Day and those that won’t. From meat to buns to condiments, many stores will have you covered. Albertsons : Stores will be open on … [Read more...] about Memorial Day 2023 Grocery Store Hours In Laguna Beach

0 Community Corner Newport Beach residents are encouraged to ditch their sensitive documents and get some free compost at the upcoming event. Miranda Ceja , Patch Staff Posted Reply NEWPORT BEACH, CA — The city's plans to host another free compost giveaway and paper shredding event are well underway, and Newport Beach residents were urged to mark their calendars in advance for Saturday, May 27. The event comes after an overwhelmingly successful Earth Day event in April, the city said. Newport Beach residents are urged to bring documents for shredding, and residents can also pick up free bags of compost from 8 a.m. to noon — while supplies last. Residents are allowed to bring up to 10 standard file boxes for shredding, the city said. Residents were also asked to bring proof of residency to the event. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to noon at 3300 Pacific View Dr. in the Harbor Day School overflow parking lot, 3443 … [Read more...] about Paper Shredding, Compost Event In Newport Beach: Save The Date