Nearly half a million people visited Newport Beach over the July 4 weekend, when police arrested hundreds of teens and young adults from out of state for setting off fireworks on the beach and blocking roads.
Tag: Fourth of July
Posted inCountywide
Orange County’s Civic Headlines Ahead of USA’s 250th Birthday
A guide on where to watch municipal fireworks as more cities are cracking down on illegal fireworks by fining property owners – these are some of this week’s biggest civic headlines in OC.
Posted inCypress
OC Plans to Crackdown on Illegal Fireworks on a Monumental Fourth of July
Cypress officials are joining a host of cities across OC ramping up firework regulations as local police departments plan to increase enforcement for America’s 250th Fourth of July celebration.
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Where to See Fireworks in Orange County on the Fourth of July
Cities across Orange County are celebrating America’s 250th birthday with fireworks shows, parades, live music and more on July 3 and 4.
Posted inSafety, Security & Justice
Orange County Gears up For Illegal Fireworks Ahead of America’s 250th Birthday
Cities across the county are kicking up enforcement and implementing ordinances to curb illegal fireworks ahead of a monumental Fourth of July weekend.
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Mission Viejo Approves Parade for America’s 250th Birthday
Mission Viejo residents are expected to see a parade on July 11 celebrating America’s birthday.
Posted inStanton
Stanton Looks to Crack Down on Illegal Fireworks Ahead of 4th of July
Stanton residents who rack up more than 21 illegal fireworks violations this year could face up to $10,000 in fines.
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Irvine Leaders Nix Fourth of July Celebration Ahead of USA’s 250th Birthday
Irvine city staff members say there isn’t enough time to secure the vendors needed to host the celebration in the Great Park.
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Irvine Doubles Fourth of July Budget After Great Park Traffic Nightmare
Councilmembers increased the budget from $250,000 to $600,000 due to the need for additional staffing, shuttles, vendors, and planning after this year’s traffic nightmare during the Fourth of July celebration at the Great Park.
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Can Irvine’s Great Park Handle Large-Scale Events?
After Irvine’s July 4th celebration brought over 40,000 people to the Great Park, causing long traffic jams last week, questions are circling about the future of the park and if it can handle that many visitors.
