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Fiscal Year 2012-13 Preliminary Budget Available for Review

from:City of Placentia

The Preliminary Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2012-13 and draft Capital Improvement Program are available for public review. The City Council will hold a study session to...

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Weekend Closure of Northbound State Route 57 Freeway at Imperial Highway Off-Ramp

from:City of Placentia

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will begin a $225,000 Safety Highway Operations Protection Program (SHOPP) project on the northbound State Route 57 freeway...

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Memorial Day 2012 in Orange County CA - Memorial Day Parades, Events and more

Here is what is happening for Memorial Day 2012 in Orange County, CA. Find the area Atwood events, parades, activities and more for Memorial Day 2012. Acitivites are in...

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A Day to Remember in Atwood

For most of us, Memorial Day 2012 Atwood marks the beginning of a season of summer fun. But don’t let the real meaning of the holiday get lost amidst the barbecues and beach...

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BNSF Railroad Maintenance – Increased Train Horns

from:City of Placentia

Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway (BNSF) is currently working on a significant maintenance project along the Orangethorpe Corridor. BNSF began last week and will continue...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Willow Rosenthal Helps City Slickers Become Urban Farmers

This local hero turned empty lots into blooming plots to help revitalize a community and created a model that city officials hope will be duplicated nationally. When Willow...

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Summer Recreation Class Registration Day

from:City of Placentia

A Summer Registration Day is scheduled for Placentia residents on Saturday, May 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. providing a special opportunity to sign up for our wonderful summer...

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Marie Callenders P.A.R.K.'s Fundraiser!

from:City of Placentia

The City of Placentia would like to invite you to come out and support our after school P.A.R.K’s programs! All you have to do is eat! So come hungry and join us for lunch...

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Open Vacancies for Commissions and Committees

from:City of Placentia

The Placentia City Council welcomes interested residents wishing to serve on official City Commissions and Committees to submit an application. Residents interested in serving on...

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Help Support the Parks Program

from:City of Placentia

The City of Placentia would like to invite you to come out and support our after school P.A.R.K’s programs! All you have to do is eat! You must present the attached flyer...

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Recycle Placentia Teen Team!

from:City of Placentia

Looking for community service hours and scholarship opportunities? Placentia High School students, age 14-18, are invited to apply for the Recycle Placentia Teen Team! ...

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Let’s Bike - Celebrate National Bike Month

from:City of Placentia

May is National Bike Month and Orange County is home to over 1,000 miles of bikeways, which includes off-street paths, commuter-friendly bike lanes, and shared roads. Whether you...

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P-Town Informer April 23, 2012

from:City of Placentia

The April 23rd edition of the P-Town Informer is available and can be viewed by clicking the link below. The P-Town Informer is a bi-monthly publication that includes current news...

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Shred Day, E-Waste, and National Take-back Initiative Event

from:City of Placentia

In an effort to prevent identity theft and fraud, the City will be hosting a free shredding disposal event on Saturday, April 28, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Residents...

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Open Vacancies for Commissions and Committees

from:City of Placentia

The Placentia City Council welcomes interested residents wishing to serve on official City Commissions and Committees to submit an application. Residents interested in serving on...

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Photography Contest

from:City of Placentia

The City of Placentia is hosting the Annual Photography Contest sponsored by the Cultural Arts Commission. The contest is open to Placentia residents only.More Information

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Placentia-Linda Hospital to Host a Blood Drive

from:Placentia-Linda Hospital

Help save a life!  Placentia-Linda Hospital is hosting a Blood Drive and Marrow Screening on: What : BLOOD DRIVE AND MARROW SCREENING When : Wednesday, April 18, 2012 ...

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Lifeguard Training

from:City of Placentia

The City of Placentia Community Services department is currently offering a lifeguard training course starting April 20, 2012.

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5th Annual Family Festival Hosted by Orange County Head Start, Inc.

from:City of Placentia

On Saturday, April 21, 2012 the Orange County Head Start, Inc. and its collaborative partners will host their 5th Annual Family Festival in celebration of the Week of the Young...

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Temporary Full Closure: Rolling Hills Dr. at SR-57 Starting the Week of April 9, 2012

from:City of Placentia

Rolling Hills Dr. will be fully closed to vehicle traffic in each direction for approximately 12 weeks as crews continue widening the bridge undercrossing. The closure will extend...

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Relay For Life of Placentia

from:City of Placentia

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Placentia will take place on Saturday, August 4, 2012 to Sunday, August 5, 2012 from 9 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Tuffree Middle School, 2151...

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Community Videos Available for Viewing

from:City of Placentia

The City of Placentia’s community videos are now available to view. The videos highlight the community through various attractions, economic development opportunities,...

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Resolution in Support of Senate Bill 1364

from:City of Placentia

On March 20, 2012 the City Council approved a resolution in support of Senate Bill 1364, sponsored by Senator Bob Huff. The legislation would modify the Public Utilities Act so...

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P-Town Informer March 28, 2012

from:City of Placentia

The March 28th edition of the P-Town Informer is available and can be viewed by clicking the link below. The P-Town Informer is a bi-monthly publication that includes current news...

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Participate in the National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, March 30 - April 30

from:City of Placentia

The National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation is a friendly competition to see how “water-wise” U.S. cities can be, all to increase awareness about water...

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Golden State Water Company Construction Notification

from:City of Placentia

On Monday, March 26, 2012, Golden State Water Company will begin construction of a new 12” water main pipe to replace an existing and aged 8” water main pipe. The...

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Grand Re-Opening of Kraemer Memorial Park and Neighborhood Conversation

from:City of Placentia

On Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 5:00pm the City will host a Grand Re-Opening Ceremony for the newly renovated Kraemer Memorial Park. Following the Ceremony, a Neighborhood...

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P-Town Informer March 13, 2012

from:City of Placentia

The March 13th edition of the P-Town Informer is available and can be viewed by clicking the link below. The P-Town Informer is a bi-monthly publication that includes current news...

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OC Bridges – Construction Alert for the Placentia Avenue Undercrossing

from:City of Placentia

The Orange County Transportation Authority has begun construction of the Placentia Avenue undercrossing. Although regular work hours are Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.,...

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Traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Museum at Tri-City Park March 13th to 18th

from:City of Placentia

The Traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial will be on display at Tri-City Park from March 13th to 18th. “The Wall that Heals” is a half-scale replica of the Vietnam...

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Orange County Fire Authority's Smoke Alarm Alerting Device

from:City of Placentia

The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) is seeking deaf and hard of hearing individuals, who live in multi-family occupancies such as apartments, condominiums, or other...

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P-Town Informer February 28, 2012

from:City of Placentia

The February 28th edition of the P-Town Informer is available and can be viewed by clicking the link below. The P-Town Informer is a bi-monthly publication that includes current...

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State Board of Equalization Statewide Compliance and Outreach Program

from:City of Placentia

Beginning Thursday, March 1, 2012 through May 2012, the State Board of Equalization (SBOE) will be visiting Placentia businesses as part of their Statewide Compliance and Outreach...

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Free Compost Giveaway!

from:City of Placentia

To thank residents for recycling yard waste, the City of Placentia and Placentia Disposal will host a FREE compost giveaway on Saturday, February 25! Compost will be distributed...

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Orange County Housing Authority's Section 8 Rental Assistance Program

from:City of Placentia

The Orange County Housing Authority (OCHA) will open the waiting list to accept pre-applications for rental assistance beginning February 15, 2012 through February 29, 2012. This...

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Upcoming CERT Classes

from:City of Placentia

Register now for your chance to join the Community Emergency Response Team. Receive training on how to repsond during an emergency crisis. Registration forms and Schedule can be...

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Public Hearing on Golden State Water Company’s Proposed Water Rate Increase

from:City of Placentia

On Wednesday, February 29, 2012, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will hold two public hearings in the City of Stanton, on the Golden State Water Company’s...

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Placentia-Linda Hospital Is Named Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence

from:Placentia-Linda Hospital

Placentia, CA - Placentia-Linda Hospital has been named a Bariatric Center of Excellence by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS).  The ASMBS...

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TravelTipsforDiabetics

from:Placentia-Linda Hospital

Your tickets are booked, your bags are packed and you are ready to go on your trip. Or are you? If you are diabetic, there is another stop that needs to be added to your itinerary...

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CardiovascularDisease

from:Placentia-Linda Hospital

     You may think that heart disease happens to other people, but heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. In...

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Placentia-Linda Hospital E.R. Physician Named OC ‘Physician Of Excellence’

from:Placentia-Linda Hospital

Placentia, CA - Placentia-Linda Hospital is pleased to announce that Bryan Hoynak, M.D., Emergency Room Physician and board certified Trauma Physician, has been named by the...

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Kraemer Boulevard and Crowther Avenue Street Closure will occur on Monday, January 30, 2012

from:City of Placentia

The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) has begun construction for the Kraemer Boulevard underpass. Full street closure of Kraemer Boulevard and Crowther Avenue...

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Urgent Care Services Open in Placentia, CA

from:Placentia-Linda Hospital

PLACENTIA, CA---Placentia-Linda Hospital is pleased to announce that Yorba Linda Medical Center, with physicians Jason Kurtz, D.O., Internal Medicine and Joseph Longnecker, DO,...

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Placentia-Linda Hospital Receives 2011 High Achiever Innovation Award

from:Placentia-Linda Hospital

Officials from every level of government present to recognize achievement. PLACENTIA, CA---Placentia-Linda Hospital is pleased to be the recipient of the Brea Chamber of...

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Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Atwood, California with AmericanTowns Atwood Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Orange County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and team...

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AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Atwood organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Atwood is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when you...

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Weekend Activities in and around Atwood

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Atwood area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts California’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...

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Winning the Real Estate Game in Atwood in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in California  is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent...

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An Invitation to our Atwood Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Atwood, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

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Real Estate Agents: Be the Local Expert for Atwood