Greta Gerwig’s latest flick, “Barbie,” topped box office charts, raking in $155 million in domestic sales and making it the biggest opening of 2023—meaning Downtown Long Beach has had quite a big audience over the last week.
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New zoning in Bixby Knolls could bring growth to major corridors
Changes could include allowing for future residential development between three and five stories tall, with the potential for mixed-use developments featuring ground-floor retail.
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For the Long Beach Health Department, it’s ‘Twilight’ time for mosquitos, ‘Barbie’ time for sunbathers
The department’s challenge: How to make dumping stagnant water out of an old paint can in the backyard sound fun and, perhaps, maybe even sexy.
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10 Healthier, fruit-filled desserts for a summer treat
Nothing beats something cold on a hot day. When your cravings for a sweet treat happen mid-afternoon, turn to one of these easy, healthy fruit desserts.
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Mark Twain Library returns to full service Aug. 1 following closure over safety concerns
The reopening brings increased security, with more staffing on the way.
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UFOs: More transparency and congressional oversight are needed, House members say
Led by Long Beach Rep. Robert Garcia, the House Oversight Subcommittee on National Security heard from three witnesses Wednesday who testified they had personally seen or investigated incidents involving “UAPs” but that in some cases, federal agencies had ignored, buried or tried to discredit such reports.
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Things to do in Long Beach this weekend including… Trans Pride, pop-ups and Midsummer Scream
Plus, free ramen!
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Long Beach could hire its new police oversight director in August; officials still looking for community input
An online survey where residents can share their thoughts on what qualities the new hire should possess is open until Friday, July 28, at 5 p.m.
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Having a lousy landlord can make your life miserable
Whether you are a prospective tenant in search of a new home or a property owner in need of a reliable manager, Centennial Properties is ready to assist you.
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Developer can move forward with Dolly Varden housing project—if it keeps the old facade, commission says
The old Dolly Varden hotel building can be converted into 141 new apartment units, the Cultural Heritage Commission said Tuesday night, so long as the historic sign and the building’s facade are kept in place.