Outrigger Canoe Race – The Catalina Crossing: 1959-2023

The first Catalina Channel Crossing race in outrigger canoes took place on September 20, 1959 one month after...

Luau Donation Program to Aid Maui Strong

Catalina Island Company Stands with Maui Catalina Island Company recently announced it is supporting the...

Avalon prepares for significant weather

Courtesy of city of Avalon The city of Avalon is preparing for significant storm and marine weather events due...

Catalina Divers Supply honored with Catalina Cares Award

Catalina Divers Supply, the island’s only full-service dive center, was recently honored with the Catalina Tourism Authority’s Catalina...

Coastal commission OKs Catalina desal upgrades

The California Coastal Commission recently approved Edison’s request to upgrade the Pebbly Beach Desalination Facility. This item was...

Catalina Island Kids Fishing Derby winners for this week

For the Islander 11 and up Most Fish 1st Vince Diudan (Lomita, CA)

Sheriff’s Log: June 22 to June 28, 2023

The following is the Avalon’s Sheriff’s Stations significant incidents report for the period of June 22 to June 28, 2023.

Cockpit Concert at Two Harbors returns

Popular on-the-water show returns July 1 Summer weather has been sneaking back, but the clouds...

Council OKs new fees

Following a public hearing, the Avalon City Council last week unanimously approved a new fee schedule for city...

Avalon increases commuter subsidy

One-time subsidy to be $85 for June commuter book The vote was unanimous.
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