Local water rates to increase

If you are on Catalina Island, your water bill will go up, most likely in March.

Recreation Dept. to tighten conduct code

Community Services Manager David Hart told the City Council on Feb. 20 that they were “tightening up” the...

Sheriff’s Log: Feb. 15 to Feb. 21, 2024

The following is the Avalon’s Sheriff’s Stations significant incidents report for the period of Feb. 15 to Feb. 21, 2024.

Luau Larry’s, Straight Up Builders win in softball play

For the Islander Catalina CoEd Softball took the field last night, and these intrepid players did not let unexpected...

Avalon seeks proposals for Machado Field snack bar

Last week the City Council unanimously authorized the city manager to request proposals for a vendor to operate the snack bar at...

Avalon School turning 100, hosting gala celebration

Avalon School is turning 100 years old in December and the school is gearing up for a blowout celebration and reunion. All...

City gets mid-year budget update

The City Council received the mid-year budget review at the Tuesday, Feb. 6 meeting. The council also approved several budget amendments. Technically,...

December 2023 visitor count is a record

Catalina had a record-setting December 2023, according to statistics recently released by Love Catalina Tourism Authority.

About Avalon’s hospital

Dear Avalon Community I served for 13 years first supporting the Catalina Island Health Foundation and the Catalina Island...

Community reacts to Jan. 9 council meeting

At the Jan. 16 meeting, many members of the public, including local hospital staff and officials, criticized the Avalon City Council for...