Based in Orange, the Friendly Center has served those less fortunate in the local area since 1924.  Executive Director Cathy Seelig (right) is pictured above with Program Director Cynthia Drury in front of Friendly Center facility on West Rose Avenue. - - - - Friendly... Read More →

Venerable architect and Old Towne native Leason Pomeroy has announced that he and his partner Al Ricci will be bringing a new tenant, Francoli Italian restaurant, to the former Sir Wicket location.  In his childhood days, Leason used to deliver newspapers for the Orange Daily... Read More →

Joanie and Gene Smith at their venerable Smith’s Nut House and Candy Store now located on Tustin Street.  They founded the business in 1946, which at the time was a simple roadside stand in front of Joanie’s family’s Orange grove.  Pictured behind them is a... Read More →

It takes a dedicated staff to develop and retain loyal clients. From left are Lora Shepherd, Miguel Villagran, Carlos Hernandez, Martin Gonzales, Jose Batista Mendoza, Paul Berkman, Persy Gallardo, Veronica Comeau, and Anbelia Ramirez. - - - - Paul Berkman, Tony Cisneros and Steve Silverstein are... Read More →

Carlos Calderon (right) carries on the tradition of fine foods from Cuba and Spain started by his father, Ramon. - - - - Felix Continental Cafe You’ll often find “standing room only” at Felix Continental Café, where Carlos Calderon and his staff continue to provide... Read More →