Laguna Beach, California

Beach Cities Commercial Bank Partners with 'My Own Case' Initiative to Support Foster Youth in Orange County

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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Beach Cities Commercial Bank (BCCB) has partnered with 'My Own Case', a community initiative dedicated to transforming the lives of foster youth in Orange County.

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  • Beach Cities Commercial Bank (BCCB) has partnered with 'My Own Case', a community initiative dedicated to transforming the lives of foster youth in Orange County.
  • The ‘My Own Case’ initiative was developed to replace the impersonal and often degrading use of trash bags foster children use to carry belongings.
  • The program provides foster children with personalized suitcases filled with essentials and uplifting messages, affirming the significance of each child.
  • Thrailkill shared direct insight into the heart of the initiative, inspiring an outpouring of support and donations from the BCCB team.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Agents Named Among 2023 Real Estate All-Stars

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Monday, December 4, 2023
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties is proud to announce an astounding 64 of its highly accomplished agents and teams have been named among the Orange Coast Magazine list of 2023 Real Estate All-Stars.

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  • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties is proud to announce an astounding 64 of its highly accomplished agents and teams have been named among the Orange Coast Magazine list of 2023 Real Estate All-Stars.
  • This exclusive list represents outstanding real estate agents with an annual sales volume in the top 1 percent of all agents in Orange County.
  • The editors noted that with tens of thousands of real estate agents working in Orange County, choosing the right one can be a daunting task.
  • “Real Estate All-Stars, an accolade and extraordinary accomplishment that our agents should be very proud of,” said Martha Mosier, President, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties.

Beyond Green Inspires Travelers to Protect and Conserve The Seas for World Oceans Day on June 8

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- An advocate for marine conservation, sustainable hotel brand Beyond Green is honoring World Oceans Day on June 8 by inspiring people with simple ways they can help save the planet's seas while enjoying all they have to offer through responsible travel. From coral restoration projects to creating a "university of the sea," Beyond Green member properties are making waves by going beyond the surface of sustainability to save our oceans and make travel a force for good. This deep commitment to all aspects of the environment includes caring for the people who call these coastal paradises home.

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  • This deep commitment to all aspects of the environment includes caring for the people who call these coastal paradises home.
  • The hotels, resorts, and reserves of Beyond Green provide plenty of opportunities for guests to get involved with conservation efforts during their beach vacation.
  • World Oceans Day celebrates the beauty of the planet's oceans while raising awareness about the need to safeguard them for future generations.
  • Its Essensia Restaurant, a Surfrider Ocean Friendly Restaurant, serves mindfully sourced and naturally inspired dishes without any single-use plastics.

Genasys Inc. Announces New and Follow-On Public Safety Emergency Warning Systems Orders

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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The Integrated Mass Notification System (IMNS) installations will be powered by Genasys Emergency Management (GEM) software-as-a-service (SaaS).

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  • The Integrated Mass Notification System (IMNS) installations will be powered by Genasys Emergency Management (GEM) software-as-a-service (SaaS).
  • The expanded network and the city's use of our Zonehaven evacuation platform will provide residents and students more emergency warning coverage and notification channels during public safety threats."
  • Brendan Manning, Emergency Operations Coordinator, City of Laguna Beach Fire Department, said, "Our alert and warning plan uses text messages, social media, and outdoor warning system speakers from Genasys.
  • Mr. Danforth added, “Genasys has provided highly effective emergency warning service for Mill Valley, CA since 2019, when the city replaced it's 'air raid' style sirens with clear voice IMNS installations.

Greg MacGillivray Named the Recipient of the 2022 Historic Hotels of America Historian of the Year Award

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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Historic Hotels of America is pleased to announce that Greg MacGillivray, Chairman of MacGillivray Freeman Films, American Film Director, and enthusiastic ocean conservationist, has been named the Recipient of the 2022 Historic Hotels of America Historian of the Year Award.

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  • Historic Hotels of America is pleased to announce that Greg MacGillivray, Chairman of MacGillivray Freeman Films, American Film Director, and enthusiastic ocean conservationist, has been named the Recipient of the 2022 Historic Hotels of America Historian of the Year Award.
  • Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation for recognizing and celebrating the finest Historic Hotels in the United States of America.
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    Greg MacGillivray, Chairman of MacGillivray Freeman Films, American Film Director, and enthusiastic ocean conservationist, has been named the Recipient of the 2022 Historic Hotels of America Historian of the Year Award.
  • The Historic Hotels of America Historian of the Year Award recognizes the extensive achievements of Greg MacGillivray as an American film director, cinematographer, and preeminent storyteller.

Orange County's Debut Creative Space, Recording Studio and Sound Stage

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
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ORANGE COUNTY, Calif., June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Orange County creatives need look no further than their own backyards to find the space they want and need to create.

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  • ORANGE COUNTY, Calif., June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Orange County creatives need look no further than their own backyards to find the space they want and need to create.
  • Illuminate Studios, located just off the 133 and Laguna Canyon Road, offers a fully equipped recording studio, sound stage and rehearsal space.
  • Founded by singer/songwriter and entertainment entrepreneur, Caroline Renezeder, the studio is a spinoff of Renezeder's indie-record label and production company, Illuminate Creative Group.
  • Having spent loads of time in recording studios, rehearsal spaces and sound stages, Renezeder felt the need to take her production company into physical format, making way for a studio that integrated all three key features.

Laguna Residents First Announces Pre-Registration for Its Ballot Initiative, Invites Donations

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Friday, March 5, 2021
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LAGUNA BEACH, Calif., March 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Laguna Residents First (LRF)--an organization working on a ballot initiative giving residents the right to approve or deny major commercial projects--is collecting pre-registration information.

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  • LAGUNA BEACH, Calif., March 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Laguna Residents First (LRF)--an organization working on a ballot initiative giving residents the right to approve or deny major commercial projects--is collecting pre-registration information.
  • "We especially need donations now to support the ongoing work to qualify the Initiative for the ballot in 2022.
  • No amount is too small so, if you've ever visited Laguna and love it, now's a great time to help out."
  • Those interested in pre-registering for the ballot initiative or donating can do so at: www.lagunaresidentsfirst.org
    Laguna Residents First is a Political Action Committee.

Laguna Residents First Appoints New Board Member Chris Catsimanes for Ballot Initiative Work

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Friday, February 5, 2021
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LAGUNA BEACH, Calif., Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Laguna Residents First (LRF), a residents' advocacy organization, just announced the appointment of a new member to its board.

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  • LAGUNA BEACH, Calif., Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Laguna Residents First (LRF), a residents' advocacy organization, just announced the appointment of a new member to its board.
  • Laguna Beach resident Chris Catsimanes was tapped to lead efforts to increase community awareness about LRF.
  • Laguna Beach resident Chris Catsimanes was tapped to lead efforts to increase community awareness about LRF's ballot initiative, which would give Laguna Beach voters the right to approve or deny major commercial projects.
  • The LRF ballot initiative pertains only to commercial projects within 750 feet of Coast Highway or Laguna Canyon Road.

Help.org Names the Best Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers in Laguna Beach

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Friday, November 13, 2020
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LAGUNA BEACH, Calif., Nov. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Help.org , a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Laguna Beach, CA for 2021.

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  • LAGUNA BEACH, Calif., Nov. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Help.org , a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Laguna Beach, CA for 2021.
  • In Laguna Beach, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015.
  • For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Laguna Beach, CA, please visit https://www.help.org/drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-laguna-beach-ca .
  • 2021 Best Rehab Facilities in Laguna Beach, CA (in alphabetical order)

California: Laguna Beach listed among most charming beach towns in the US

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020
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LOS ANGELES, July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The California town of Laguna Beach has been voted among the 30 most charming beach towns in the United States in a survey by TravelMag.com.

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  • LOS ANGELES, July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The California town of Laguna Beach has been voted among the 30 most charming beach towns in the United States in a survey by TravelMag.com.
  • To be eligible for inclusion, the destination had to have a population of fewer than 30,000 people.
  • In addition to Laguna Beach, California is also represented in the top 30 by Carmel-by-the-Sea, and Capitola.
  • Among Laguna Beach and Carmel-by-the-Sea's west coast counterparts are Long Beach in Washington State and Cannon Beach in Oregon, the latter famous for its eye-beachside waterfalls.