Islander Birthday of Week
This week’s Birthday of the Week is Baby J Figueroa Hiniker, the name by which the Avalon community...
From Backyard Smoke to National Fire
What started as backyard barbecue on Catalina Island has grown into something much bigger.
Avalon Smokehouse, led by Catalina’s...
Santa takes flight with Maverick for Catalina Toy Drive
On Monday, Dec. 22, Maverick Helicopters brought holiday cheer to children and families on Catalina Island with a special toy delivery event....
Dr. Warren is reducing her on-Island hours
Dr. Aimee Warren has been caring for Island residents at Catalina Island Health for the past 10 years. With a busy family...
Council talks about rent control
The City Council last week discussed options for tenant protection and rent control.
The council took no formal action.
August 2025 visitor counts up by 1.9%
The August 2025 visitor count increase 1.9% from August 2025, according to data recently released by Love Catalina Island Tourism Authority.
A banner year for NAC Avalon Ocean Club
What a year it’s been for NAC Avalon Ocean Club — a small but mighty nonprofit founded by...
‘Renzo’ pilots his final sea voyage
It may not have been noticed by everyone, but on September 29 there was quite a ceremony in...
Sheriff’s Log: Sept. 24 through Oct. 1, 2025
Editor’s Note: The following is the Avalon Sheriff’s Station’s Significant Incidents Report for the period of Sept. 24 through Oct. 1, 2025....
July 2025 visitor count down 4%
The July 2025 visitor count was 4% lower than the July 2024 visitor count, according to data recently released by Love Catalina...
