LOSSAN to Operate Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
By Eric Heinz LOSSAN Rail Agency announced on Monday that The Pacific Surfliner Amtrak route will transition to the agency, which began on Wednesday following the signing of an interagency transfer agreement with the state of California on Monday. “Right now the Surfliner trains make four stops at the (San Clemente) Pier,” LOSSAN Deputy Director … //read the full article
Retired City Director Receives Award for Leadership
By Staff The City of San Clemente’s retired Community Development Director Jim Holloway received the Award for Distinguished Leadership on June 10 at the American Planning Association award ceremony. Holloway retired in February after 28 years of public service with the city. The criteria considered by the judges for the award dictate the recipient … //read the full article
Historical Happenings: Theater a Testament to Community Development
By Raad Ghantous On Thursday May 12, 1938, The San Clemente Theater opened its doors at 6 p.m. with “excellent sound, comfortable seats and air conditioning,” running two complete shows of that year’s leading pictures. Specialized comfort was key in the theater’s design, accredited to Architect Clifford A. Balch, designer of 52 theaters—most in California—of … //read the full article
Health and Wellness: Summertime Safety Tips for Teens
By Susan Parmelee From my office at the high school, I could see everyone was ready for summer vacation to arrive. I hope adults and teens are now getting more sleep and enjoying more time with family and friends. While we all need some idle time over the summer, we also need to remain aware … //read the full article
Appleby a Stand-up Stand-out in Spain
San Clemente’s Candice Appleby Takes Double Wins at SUP World Series Kickoff By Andrea Swayne Candice Appleby of San Clemente has catapulted herself to the top of the ratings in the 2015 Stand Up World Series by claiming victory in both long distance and sprint SUP races on June 26 through 28, at the … //read the full article