City officials are laying the groundwork to transition away from gas-powered lawn equipment – falling in line with a new state law banning the sale of such equipment this year.

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The Gypsum Canyon Wilderness offers 6 miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding with lookout points along the way.

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City leaders will have a chance to vote on making the street enclosure on Wilshire Avenue permanent early next year.

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Fullerton city leaders are looking at whether or not to keep a downtown outdoor dining area that arose during the pandemic – Walk on Wilshire – as residents push to keep the al fresco feature.

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Anaheim officials are moving forward with three new laws aimed at keeping public spaces safe as they clear homeless people out of parks and railways across the city.

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Children’s events, movies in the park and geology hikes: These are just a few of many free, family-friendly events offered through OC Parks and public libraries.

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The urban farm hosts community events and sells produce to residents on an affordable sliding scale.

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Gardening workshops, children’s events and scenic hikes: These are just a few of many free, family-friendly events offered through OC Parks and public libraries.

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Irvine officials approved a land exchange with developer FivePoint Holdings so the city can get space to create a retail center and the developer can build more housing.

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In the midst of residential areas in Costa Mesa, gardens build camaraderie and community.

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Volunteer opportunities, dance performances and children’s events: These are just a few of many free, family-friendly events offered through OC Parks and public libraries.

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The California Coastal Commission is making the airshow operators open up more of the beach to the public after issuing a cease-and-desist order.

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Orange County’s beach cities and coastal nonprofit groups are offering volunteer opportunities this Saturday, Sept. 21, for the 40th annual Coastal Cleanup Day.

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Buena Park city council members are considering options to restrict electric bicycles on public streets, joining a growing list of Orange County officials trying to regulate e-bikes in recent years.

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San Clemente city officials approved new regulations for electric bicycles that would hold parents liable if their child is riding recklessly or is cited by the sheriff’s department.

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Mexican Independence Day, culture and traditions were championed in Santa Ana’s downtown historic district this past weekend.

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Irvine Ranch Conservancy staff lead locals in tending to public landscapes culminating in a hike to Dripping Springs, an ‘oasis’ within the Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve.

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Firefighters reported they were starting to get the fire under control on Wednesday night, but evacuation warnings and orders remain in place.

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Volunteer opportunities, makerspace open hours and children’s events: These are just a few of many free, family-friendly events offered through OC Parks and public libraries.

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On the heels of the Airport Fire, Orange County officials announce the start of wildfire season and urge residents to take precautions to protect their homes.

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