Battlefield Deeds Honored on Veterans Day
We think of heroes as largerthan life performers of daring deeds. Yet it is actually their reallife sized humanity, the courage to pursue their convictions despite their admitted vulnerability, that renders them extraordinary. Full Story
Fishing Interests Vow to Fight No-Take Marine Reserve
A state-appointed panel favors a plan that would expand Laguna Beach’s existing marine reserve at Heisler Park to encompass 5.6 miles of the town’s shoreline and result in a ban on recreational and commercial fishing within the reserve for several years. Full Story
More Neighbors Join Suit Against Mission Hospital
Five residents who live north of Mission Hospital Laguna Beach joined their southern neighbors in a lawsuit that seeks $15 million in damages for noise and nuisance violations endured by the surrounding residential area in recent years. Full Story
Beach Curfew Allows Some Exemptions
Night-owl walkers, joggers and anglers who pursue their pleasure in the surf line in the wee hours will not be subject to fine under the city’s newly adopted curfew rules.
Last week, the City Council adopted a 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. curfew for public parks and beaches, although with specific exemptions, which takes affect Dec. 3. Full Story
Eric Henderson thought the soreness in his right bicep was just a charley horse. Even though his arm started to ache, he walked on stage with his guitar and immersed his audience in an impassioned repertoire, liberating the heat belying the cool façade of classical music. Full Story