Nov 2, 2021
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Nov 30, 2021
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Rivian takes bite out of Big Apple
Nov 30, 2021
Community
Irvine teen stars in ‘The Nutcracker’
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What is the Irvine Master Plan?
The Irvine Master Plan is founded on several core principles that create a balance between developed areas and open space.
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City of Villages
The Master Plan is built around distinct villages, with schools, shopping facilities and parks within walking distance.
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World-Class Schools
The Master Plan placed a major university, UCI, in the heart of the City, and neighborhood schools are in close proximity to the families they serve.
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Abundant Parks & Open Space
The Master Plan resulted in one-third of the City being set aside for open space, parks and trails because land preservation was required for development of nearby property.
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Enterprising Business Districts
Irvine’s Master Plan envisioned a vibrant business sector offering high-quality local jobs located along major transportation routes, and not in the midst of primary residential areas.
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Local Retail Hubs
Local neighborhood shopping centers are conveniently located throughout Irvine and generate a huge amount of tax revenues, which helps to fund the City’s first-class police department.
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Transportation Mix
The Irvine Master Plan places a priority on completing roads and other infrastructure, such as sewer and recycled-water systems, ahead of the developments they will serve.
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Environmental Stewardship
Irvine’s decades-long commitment to pioneering environmental programs and sustainable measures has positioned the city as a national leader in efforts to conserve natural resources and protect the environment.
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Safe Communities
Tax revenues from retail centers fully fund a modern and community-oriented police department. As a result, Irvine has consistently ranked America’s safest city.
Nov 30, 2021
Angelina’s authentic holiday tradition
Angelina’s Pizzeria Napoletana at Los Olivos Marketplace is decked out for the season and offers a festive, family-oriented, traditional dinner on Christmas Eve.
Nov 30, 2021
Cucina Enoteca’s Feast of the Seven Fishes
The Feast of the Seven Fishes, a Christmas tradition with roots in southern Italy, is the most beloved meal of the year in Italian-American households.
Nov 30, 2021
One family’s housing journey in Irvine
Strong home values in Irvine aren’t just a 2021 trend. Historically, the city outperforms its neighbors by a significant margin, according to recent data from Zonda, a national real estate data firm.
Nov 30, 2021
Top picks for your home design
As interior designers, our firm loves to take holiday decor that extra mile. Here are eight home items we are loving this season that will bring you that extra dose of cheer.
Nov 30, 2021
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!
Nothing says holiday fun like gathering your friends and family and taking in a movie. And this year, the experience will be bigger and better than ever.
Nov 30, 2021
UCI breaks ground on medical center
UC Irvine and UCI Health have broken ground on a new medical center at the north end of the Irvine campus.
Nov 30, 2021
Tech and talent make Irvine an EV hub
Rivian’s recent IPO has put a spotlight on how Irvine has become a leader in the electric vehicle (EV) industry.
Nov 30, 2021
Woodbridge plans for new preschool, theater renovation
Woodbridge Village Center’s recent $30 million renovation, which included a new 1-acre plaza with commanding views of North Lake, has attracted new stores, restaurants and services for the community.
Nov 30, 2021
Officer promoted to assistant chief
Noelle Smiley has taken the helm as assistant chief of the Irvine Police Department, following the promotion of recently sworn-in Chief Michael Kent, who previously held the role.
Nov 30, 2021
Migrating birds return to Upper Newport Bay
Here’s your chance to see up to 35,000 birds in one day. That’s how many migrating birds can fill Upper Newport Bay this time of year as they fly south along the Pacific Flyway.
Nov 30, 2021
Bringing toys and joy to 750 Marine families over the holidays
Each December, Tina Anderson works 12-16 hours a day – as a volunteer. That’s what it takes to organize a holiday party for over 750 Marines and their families.
