Orange County Almanac
Serious crimes committed in Westminster are down 11% from last year, and 25% lower than four years ago, according to city officials, who credit the decline to an aggressive anti-gang program.
Serious crimes include homicides, rape, robbery, assault, burglaries and thefts. Gang-related crimes are down 49% since 1991, drunk-driving arrests are up 50% from last year and crimes at the Westminster Mall are down 52% from last year.
The city’s anti-gang program, which involves the district attorney’s office and the Orange County Probation Department, was recognized last year by a national organization of cities as a law enforcement model, officials said.
Today
Local youths will display their artwork at the Huntington Beach Main Street Library.
The artists, who range in age from 8 to 18, used five different media in their work--graphite, pastels, oil pastels, oils and watercolors. They have been studying with local artist and teacher Anna Lena Perumean.
The library is at 525 Main St. The show runs through Feb. 11. Hours are 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays. Information: (714) 375-5071.
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