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Inn at Laguna Beach debuts renovations

After several months of stripping, gutting and remodeling, the Inn at Laguna Beach, 211 N. Coast Hwy., is taking the tape off its multimillion-dollar renovations Friday.

Mansoor, Rush debate issues at forum in Laguna Beach

LAGUNA BEACH — Two State Assembly candidates for the 74th District espoused nearly identical fiscal positions at a forum Friday night, but diverged sharply on social issues.

Companies report on waste collection numbers in Laguna

Mercury Disposal Systems reported at the May 15 City Council meeting that it collected 2,300 pounds of batteries and 2,100 pounds of fluorescent lamps and compact bulbs from July 1 to March 30 to be...

Former P.U.P president suspected of embezzlement, grand theft

The former president of the nonprofit Protecting Unwanted Animals (P.U.P. Laguna Beach) was arrested on suspicion of embezzlement and grand theft last week.

Two men in multiple robberies case sentenced

Two men from a San Diego gang were sentenced Friday in connection with two Orange County robberies, one of which was in Laguna Beach.

O.C. beaches get high health marks

Memorial Day weekend beachgoers are likely to enjoy a clean shoreline in most of Orange County, according to Heal the Bay's annual Beach Report Card.

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Greer's OC: Serving up good food for four decades Craving a fresh and delicious sandwich that's made surfers and locals happy for 40 years?	Hansen: City tries to kill a spirited cactus There's an ugly cactus on Agate Street.
Our Laguna: Last chance for free Sunset Serenade Some folks may have noticed that ubiquitous me was not at events last weekend that I was expected to attend.	Chasing Down The Muse: Booth lottery for Sawdust artists shakes things up "If one advances confidently in the direction of one's dreams…one will meet with a success unexpected…."

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Forum

Mailbag: Use tunnel to avoid dangers in exiting Emerald Bay David Kuhn Jr. writes in his letter to the editor ("Mailbag: Traffic signal should be installed at Emerald Bay entrance," May 11) about...	Mailbag: Old structures not necessarily historic This letter responds to Richard Picheny's personal attack on me in the Coastline Pilot's May 4 story, "Cottage to be torn...
Commentary: City can fix areas with flunking scores A recent professional survey ordered by City Council, brought some good news — and some not so great news.	Mailbag: Traffic signal should be installed at Emerald Bay entrance I am writing to urge support of the project to install a traffic signal and increase the safety on North Coast Highway at the main...

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Politics

Tackling traffic, bike path issues not an easy task Laguna Beach may be one of the "happiest seaside towns," but when bringing up issues like traffic, biking and public parking, the smiles...	State of the City: Life is good in Laguna Despite a sluggish national economy — not to mention the state's budget woes — Laguna Beach seems to be in good shape, according...
Summer art festival parking plan approved The City Council approved an agreement with the three main art festivals at the May 15 meeting that will keep parking fees at the ACT V...	Election 2012: Woman's Club hosts candidates forum A candidates forum for the 74th Assembly District will take place from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Friday at Laguna Beach City Hall, 515 Forest Ave.

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Public Safety

Police amp up patrols for holiday The Laguna Beach Police Department is increasing its patrol staff during Memorial Day weekend, from Friday until Monday, in an effort to...	Laguna man found dead in apparent suicide A man was found dead on a trail near Morningside Drive on Thursday afternoon in an apparent suicide.
Police Files North Coast Highway: A brandished weapon was reported in the 600 block at 10:46 p.m. May 18.	Police Files North Coast Highway: A hit and run was reported at 8:47 a.m. May 10.

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Business & Real Estate

Urbun opening delayed due to building issues Urbun Natural Burger may not make its intended summer opening due to unforeseen building issues, according to owner David Mainiero.	New skate shop mixes skateboarding, art With its wood floors, minimalist displays and Andy Warhol-painted skateboards hanging on the back wall, Handplant is far from your average...
Molly Brown's makes a splash in Laguna Molly Brown's, the beloved Newport Beach-based swim shop that has garnered quite the celebrity stylist following, has laid down some roots...	Citizen survey: Laguna's a great place to live A citizen survey conducted by National Research Center Inc. showed that 97% of respondents rated the overall quality of life in Laguna Beach...

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Education

Top of the World teacher uses iPod for lessons Top of the World Elementary School teacher Linda Barker has integrated innovative instructional techniques, such as the iPod touch, into her...	Briefly In Education El Morro and Top of the World elementary schools, Thurston Middle School and Laguna Beach High School received the California Business for...
School Board Meeting Wrap-Up El Morro third-grade teacher Mary Blanton was honored as "Teacher of the Year" by the board and school officials.	Going beyond traditional art class While most recall drawing and painting in high school art classes, Laguna Beach students got to try their hand at a very unique medium.