Top Ten Stories for November 22 through November 28 include Amazon in Cypress, COVID-19 in Long Beach, and seasonal events. Top Ten Stories for November 22 through November 28 are the most-read stories at Orange County Breeze over the last week (excluding weather forecasts and events): Room with a view: …continue reading
As we begin the holiday season with Thanksgiving this week, we want to acknowledge the many youth, families, and individuals who are in need of support now more than ever. Those who struggle, especially during this time of year, are oftentimes our neighbors, our coworkers, our employees, our friends. Many …continue reading
The Cypress City Council listened to extended presentations from staff, Duke Realty, and Amazon. They listened to many, many people during the public comment segment of the public hearing for the Conditional Use Permit — although not as many as I expected. In fact, I voiced my approval. However, Councilmember-elect …continue reading
It’s no question that COVID-19 has ushered in uncertain economic times. Cypress, like all cities in Orange County, is feeling those effects. In fact, we are staring down a nearly 10 percent unemployment rate, locally. While our elected leaders here have taken steps to support small businesses, they should also …continue reading
Will Sides will be the station manager for the proposed Amazon last-mile delivery station at the former site of Mitsubishi Motors at Katella Avenue and Holder Street. The property stretches south from Katella to the Stanton Storm Channel and west from Holder maybe two-thirds of the way to Hope. Holder …continue reading
Amazon Last Mile Facility Project Notice of Public Hearing Monday, November 23 – Cypress City Council Meeting On November 23, the Cypress City Council will consider the Amazon Last Mile Facility Project, the Certification of an Environmental Impact Report and the Conditional Use Permit. https://www.cypressca.org/Home/Components/News/News/2340/17?backlist=%2f A number of concerns have …continue reading
The coronavirus has disproportionately affected Californians. The number of positive tests continues to rise, which is putting lives at risk. President Trump and his administration have done nothing but stoked division over the past six months while failing to execute a coronavirus response to keep Americans safe. Now that their …continue reading
Dear Editor: On behalf of West Orange County Republican Women Federated, I would like to thank the community for the fantastic turnout at our club’s Nov. 14 “Stop the Steal” rally in Los Alamitos. People came from all over with most from Los Alamitos, Seal Beach, Rossmoor, Cypress, La Palma, …continue reading
This evening, two nights after the 2020 General Election, I am updating the index page for Orange County Breeze “local electeds” and adding a new page for the 2021-2022 election cycle. Although California election results won’t be officially certified by the California Secretary of State until December 11, I want …continue reading
In an opinion issued on Monday, November 2, the Honorable Sarah H. Heckman, Judge of the California Superior Court, has ruled that California Gov. Gavin Newsom exceeded his emergency powers when he issued Executive Order N-67-20: There are two distinct reasons for finding the cause is not moot. First and …continue reading
Dear Editor: I just googled “McClintock for Congress.” Guess what I got as a first entry on the list? ‘ “Country Over Party” – Working across the aisle to get through the pandemic and fix the economy. That’s Harley Rouda. Harley represents my district so I have been following him …continue reading
After patiently waiting months, the Marketing Maven finally was able to schedule an important interview, possibly the first of its kind. Meeting at a local park and sitting more than six feet apart, the discussion touched on headline topics, offering insight into what might be expected in the months ahead. …continue reading
Dear Editor: In the United States, primaries can sometimes become verbally vicious between candidates of the same party vying to be the nominee. But once the primary is over, usually party organizations and candidates come together to support the winner. The key word is “usually.” John Briscoe, the Republican candidate …continue reading