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Body Found at La Plaza Park

By Breeana Greenberg A body was found deceased at La Plaza Park in Dana Point on Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 7, according to authorities. First responders,…

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Capo Unified Students Promote Diversity, Understanding Through ‘No Place for Hate’ Initiative

Student groups at numerous schools in the Capistrano Unified School District have been raising awareness of cultural diversity and acceptance through anti-defamation chapters known as “No Place for Hate.”

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The ‘Spirit of Dana Point’ Returns Home to the Harbor

After undergoing extensive maintenance, the Spirit of Dana Point made its way back to the harbor late last month—just in time for the Ocean Institute’s annual Maritime Festival that begins Friday, Sept. 9.

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Coastal Commission Finds Substantial Issue with City STR Program

After reviewing appeals filed by residents, a California Coastal Commission majority on Wednesday, Sept. 7, voted that there were “substantial issues” with the recently approved short-term rental program governing vacation rentals in Dana Point’s coastal zone.

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The Blend Yoga Studio to Hold Soft Opening in Dana Point

A new studio called The Blend will soon open its doors at Monarch Bay Plaza, where it will offer unique workout classes that combine yoga, Mat Pilates and HIIT (high-intensity interval training). The Blend will hold a soft opening on Friday, Sept. 9, with the full class schedule kicking off on Monday, Sept. 12.

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Tapped In: Delahunt Brewing Celebrates Taproom Grand Opening in Dana Point

The San Clemente-based Delahunt Brewing Company is expanding into Dana Point this week, by opening up its new taproom and taqueria at La Plaza Park.

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Coastal Commission Approves Lazy River Plans for Waldorf Astoria

The California Coastal Commission voted unanimously last month to conditionally approve the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club’s construction plans for a 543-foot-long lazy river that will replace the grassy area of the hotel’s north lawn.

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Entertainment and Arts Council Looks to Debut Film Festival in Early 2023

The Dana Point Entertainment and Arts Council’s proposed film festival that aims to highlight movies focused on marine life, conservation, preservation and recreation early next year cleared an early hurdle by gaining the City Council’s approval to use two city parks for the event. The festival is scheduled to run from Jan. 14-21.

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National Weather Service Issues Excessive Heat Watch for Southern California

Orange County’s coastal areas are under an excessive heat warning expected to last through the Labor Day weekend as a heat wave begins to sweep through Southern California, according to the National Weather Service.

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Council Appoints Candidates to Open Seats, Cancels Local Election

In lieu of holding an election to fill the three open City Council seats this November, the current council voted on Thursday, Aug. 25, to cancel the local election and appoint incumbent Councilmember Jamey Federico, Planning Commission Chairperson John Gabbard and Chief Financial Officer of Pan-Pacific Mechanical Matthew Pagano to the dais as they were each running unopposed in their respective districts.

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Dana Point Sister Cities Promotes Cultural Events

Aiming to promote cultural exchanges and international communication, the Dana Point Sisters Cities will be partnering with local nonprofits to launch a variety of events centered around marine life, surf, American music, opera and art.

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Inaugural Plein Air Event to Launch at Maritime Festival

As the visiting tall ships enter the Dana Point Harbor for the Ocean Institute’s 38th annual Maritime Festival, 10 Plein Air painters will set up easels to capture the city’s beauty throughout the festival.

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Supervisors Respond to Grand Jury Findings on County’s Approach to Homelessness

The Orange County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on Tuesday, Aug. 23, to approve its response to an OC Grand Jury report on the county’s approach to homelessness. The board’s responses ranged from agreeing with the jury’s findings, partially agreeing, disagreeing partially, to wholly disagreeing.

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City to Hold Special Meeting to Consider Appointing Council Candidates to Open Seats

With all three candidates running unopposed for this November’s City Council race, the current council will hold a special meeting on Thursday, Aug. 25, to consider appointing the candidates to the open seats and canceling the upcoming local election.

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$300 Million Revitalization Begins in Dana Point Harbor

Aug. 5 marked the groundbreaking on construction in the Dana Point Marina and official commencement of the long-awaited harbor revitalization. Boaters docked in the Marina will be able to remain in the harbor throughout the duration of construction, and will soon have the opportunity to pick new slips.

Body Found at La Plaza Park

Capo Unified Students Promote Diversity, Understanding Through ‘No Place for Hate’ Initiative

The ‘Spirit of Dana Point’ Returns Home to the Harbor

Coastal Commission Finds Substantial Issue with City STR Program

The Blend Yoga Studio to Hold Soft Opening in Dana Point

Tapped In: Delahunt Brewing Celebrates Taproom Grand Opening in Dana Point

Coastal Commission Approves Lazy River Plans for Waldorf Astoria

Entertainment and Arts Council Looks to Debut Film Festival in Early 2023

National Weather Service Issues Excessive Heat Watch for Southern California

Council Appoints Candidates to Open Seats, Cancels Local Election

Dana Point Sister Cities Promotes Cultural Events

Inaugural Plein Air Event to Launch at Maritime Festival

Supervisors Respond to Grand Jury Findings on County’s Approach to Homelessness

City to Hold Special Meeting to Consider Appointing Council Candidates to Open Seats

$300 Million Revitalization Begins in Dana Point Harbor

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