California
Months of community controversy over a proposal to ban bicyclists and skaters from the Balboa Peninsula boardwalk came to a quiet close Monday night when the City Council approved sweeping changes of traffic rules on the busy oceanfront walkway.
Dec. 10, 1991
Residents help out sea lion stranded on Newport Beach boardwalk
March 28, 2013
Travel & Experiences
A family finds summer fun at a carnival on the coast, where a Ferris wheel and other flights of fancy keep a 4-year-old daughter smiling all day long
June 25, 2000
The City Council has delayed a decision on a resolution that would ban all skateboards, roller skates and bicycles from the popular Balboa Peninsula boardwalk on weekends, holidays and during the summer months.
Sept. 25, 1991
Miles of sandy beach, one of California’s largest pleasure-craft harbors and some colorful coastal history are some of the attractions of a walk along Balboa Beach.
Sept. 16, 1989
The Ferris wheel and the merry-go-round are turning again at Balboa.
Oct. 12, 1986
Merchants near the Balboa Fun Zone say they received little notice the center would close during a peak tourist time for filming.
April 11, 2022
A change in state law means Newport Beach must lift its ban on sidewalk vendors.
Nov. 9, 2018
City officials said allowing two-way traffic on 21st Street may help drivers travel through the snarl of streets called the “Mixmaster.”
Feb. 22, 2000
After months of discussion, the City Council may make a final decision at its next meeting Nov. 9 on whether to ban skateboarding on Ocean Front.
Oct. 27, 1992