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Energy Conservation Efforts Save $29M For LBUSD

The Long Beach Unified School District’s 84 schools have earned Energy Star Certification as part of a conservation effort that has saved $29.1 million since 2003. The certification by the U.S. Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency is based upon an international standard for energy efficiency.  Buildings that earn the Energy Star use [...]

Hotel Maya Set For a Sweetheart Sunday Brunch and Valentine’s Day Dinner at the Water’s Edge

Hotel Maya at the water’s edge presents a recipe for romance by Executive Chef Victor Juarez with a Sweetheart Sunday Brunch on Sunday, Feb. 12, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and a Valentine’s Day 4-course prix fixe dinner on Tuesday, Feb. 14, from 5-10 p.m. Guests will love dining beneath the sun and stars [...]

Two Juveniles Arrested For Setting Christmas Tree Fires

The Long Beach Police and Fire Departments are pleased to announce that two arrests have been made for three fires set to Christmas trees in residential areas, putting lives and property at risk. On Tuesday, January 3, 2012, a Long Beach Police East Division officer responded to the alley in the 1500 block of Sherman [...]

Volunteers Needed For Tree Planting in Bixby Knolls

On Sunday, January 8th 2012 The Camp Fire Bixby Knolls Association will be planting 16 Desert Willow trees along Atlantic Blvd. in coordination and support form with Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association, the city of Long Beach and OSH Long Beach. Arborist, Jerry Rowland will guide us in planting the Desert Willows Sunday morning. The [...]

Mayor Encourages Adding Tree-Cycling To Your Holiday Traditions

The City of Long Beach encourages residents to take advantage of the City’s tradition of free “tree-cycling” services during the holidays. “Traditions are an important part of the holiday season, and I encourage residents to take advantage of this free service and make “tree-cycling” a part of their holiday tradition every year,” Mayor Bob Foster [...]

Don’t Let an Unsafe Christmas Tree Light Up Your Holiday the Wrong Way

Decorating homes is a long-standing tradition around the holiday season. Unfortunately, these same decorations may increase your chances of fire. Each year, approximately 400 fires involving decorated trees and holiday lights result in approximately 20 deaths and $25 million in direct property damage nationwide. Watch this video to see how quickly a Christmas tree can [...]

Holiday Season Safety Tips From Miller Children’s Hospital Long Beach

By: Danny Luna, injury prevention coordinator, Family Safety Coalition at Miller Children’s Hospital Long Beach Once Thanksgiving is over, everyone is excited to see the holiday lights go up around the neighborhood. But with all the shopping, dining and parties – everyone is busy during this time. Unfortunately, this includes the emergency department. Learn to [...]

Where to go see the fantastic displays of Christmas lights in Long Beach

Have you gone to see one of the Long Beach Christmas parades this year? The colorful lights and cheery crowds are always a wonderful way to get into the spirit of the holidays. When I really need a boost of Christmas spirit—say after 10 hours fighting crowds in the mall—there’s one activity guaranteed to make me [...]

Councilwoman Schipske’s “Shape Up the Fifth “ Walks El Dorado Park East August 27th

City Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske is sharpening her pencils and checking her shoelaces, because she can’t wait for the next Shaping Up the Fifth walk through El Dorado Park South, August 27th, from 8 to 10 a.m. “If more people walk, they can take more time to scrutinize each street for cracks and potholes, elevated sidewalks, [...]

El Dorado Nature Center Makes Science Really Fun

Spark a love for science and nature in your child that will last a lifetime. The Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine’s Super Science Series, held at El Dorado Park Nature Center will broaden your child’s understanding of the natural world through a variety of educational and fun activities. Register right away for these fun [...]

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