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Avalon Source — Catalina Island's local news publication

Avalon Source

Independent catalina island's local news publication publication.

Avalon Source covers Santa Catalina Island: the City of Avalon, Two Harbors and the island's interior. We report on the Avalon City Council and the harbor, the ferries and the airport that connect the island to the mainland, the Catalina Island Company and the Conservancy that between them shape most of what happens here, the schools and the medical center, public safety, water and utilities, and the visitor economy that brings about a million people a year to a town of roughly 3,500 residents.

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Harbor & BoatingAvalon Source staff11h ago

Private Mooring Sales Active in Avalon Harbor, City Facilitates Permit Transfers

Owners of Privately Held Moorings in the Avalon Harbor Area May Opt to List Their Properties for Sale, with the City of Avalon Maintaining a Public List for Potential Buyers.

Local NewsAvalon Source staff15h ago

Countywide Water Quality Advisory Issued Following Recent Rainfall

Harbor & BoatingAvalon Source staff1d ago

Mainland Visitor Recounts Positive Catalina Day Trip by Ferry

Local NewsAvalon Source staff1d ago

New Poll Shows Mayoral Candidates Neck-And-Neck

Island LifeAvalon Source staff3d ago

Major Grant for Catalina Island Internet Project Terminated by State Commission

CommunityAvalon Source staff3d ago

Riverside Museum to Unveil Immersive Grizzly Bear Exhibit

Public SafetyAvalon Source staff3d ago

LAPD Officer Charged with Felony Counts in Mainland Incident

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Island LifeAvalon Source staff

Declassified Files Spotlight Catalina Island as UFO Hotspot in Mid-Century

5d ago

CommunityAvalon Source staff

Record-Challenging High Tides Threaten Southern California Coastlines

6d ago

Harbor & BoatingAvalon Source staff

Private Mooring Sales Active in Avalon Harbor Area

Oct 26

Harbor & BoatingAvalon Source staff

Southland Beaches Brace for Potential Record-Setting High Tides

Oct 25

Island LifeAvalon Source staff

Declassified Files Detail Historical UAP Sightings on Catalina Island

Oct 24

Island LifeAvalon Source staff

Historical UAP Sightings on Catalina Island Revealed in Federal Documents

Oct 24

Public SafetyAvalon Source staff

NTSB Report Details Second Helicopter Incident Before Fatal Catalina Crash

Oct 24

Public SafetyAvalon Source staff

Southern California Prepares for Significant Storm Impacts

Oct 22

Local NewsAvalon Source staff

Countywide Early Voting Options Available for November Election

Oct 22

CommunityAvalon Source staff

Catalina Island Camp Delivers Critical Care and Community for Children with Heart Disease

Oct 22

Tourism & EventsAvalon Source staff

Virgin Voyages Reshapes 2027 Fall Schedule, Adds Avalon Port Call

Oct 22

Tourism & EventsAvalon Source staff

Catalina Island Stands as Sole U.s. Finalist for National Geographic Travel's Readers’ Choice

Oct 22

CommunityAvalon Source staff

Wildomar Business Owner Arrested in Kratom Sales Investigation

Oct 21

Public SafetyAvalon Source staff

Potent October Storm Expected to Bring Widespread Rain, Flood Risk to Region

Oct 21

Local NewsAvalon Source staff

Avalon Announces Key Dates for Interior Vehicle Permit Renewals

Oct 21

Events in Avalon

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Armored Saint & Metal Church

Mon, Nov 2 · 7:00 PMThe Coach House$

Riff Raff

Tue, Nov 3 · 7:00 PMThe Parish at House of Blues Anaheim$

Freak Slug

Tue, Nov 3 · 7:30 PMConstellation Room$

Championship Wrestling

Tue, Nov 3 · 7:30 PMIrvine Improv$

Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band

Tue, Nov 3 · 8:00 PMCerritos Center for the Performing Arts$

Bluey's Big Play - The Stage Show

Wed, Nov 4 · 3:30 PMSegerstrom Center for the Arts-Segerstrom Hall$

Bluey's Big Play - The Stage Show

Wed, Nov 4 · 6:30 PMSegerstrom Center for the Arts-Segerstrom Hall$

Obskuros

Wed, Nov 4 · 7:00 PMConstellation Room$

133 Band

Wed, Nov 4 · 7:00 PMIvan'z House at Mozambique$

Drag Show: "Wild Wednesdays" @ Hamburger Mary's Long Beach

Wed, Nov 4 · 7:30 PMHamburger Mary's - Long Beach$

Ahmed Al-Kadri

Wed, Nov 4 · 7:30 PMIrvine Improv$

ICT: The Laugh Track

Wed, Nov 4 · 7:30 PMBeverly O'Neill - Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center$

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Riverside Museum to Unveil Immersive Grizzly Bear Exhibit

Community

3d ago

Private Mooring Sales Active in Avalon Harbor, City Facilitates Permit Transfers

Harbor & Boating

11h ago

Major Grant for Catalina Island Internet Project Terminated by State Commission

Island Life

3d ago

Countywide Water Quality Advisory Issued Following Recent Rainfall

Local News

15h ago

LAPD Officer Charged with Felony Counts in Mainland Incident

Public Safety

3d ago

Virgin Voyages Reshapes 2027 Fall Schedule, Adds Avalon Port Call

Tourism & Events

Oct 22

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Best of Avalon

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landmark

Catalina Casino

Iconic, historical, and grand, this beautiful landmark hosts a movie theater, ballroom, and stunning views of the bay.

district

Crescent Avenue (Front Street)

The bustling waterfront promenade, home to Avalon's best shops, restaurants, and the vibrant heart of the town's social scene.

landmark

Green Pleasure Pier

A bustling hub for fishing, local shops, and the departure point for many tours and watersport activities, offering great harbor views.

landmark

Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden

Serene gardens and a grand memorial dedicated to William Wrigley Jr., offering breathtaking panoramic views of Avalon and the ocean.

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Oct 21

Tourism & EventsAvalon Source staff

Avalon Announces Second Annual Mermaid Festival for 2026

Oct 21

Tourism & EventsAvalon Source staff

Catalina Island Half Marathon Nears Sell-Out as Race Series Sees Record Participation

Oct 20

Tourism & EventsAvalon Source staff

Diverse Activities Available Across Santa Catalina Island

Oct 20

Local NewsAvalon Source staff

Newport Beach Declares Local Emergency in Advance of King Tides

Oct 18

Harbor & BoatingAvalon Source staff

Avalon Harbor Moorings Available for Private Purchase

Oct 17

Local NewsAvalon Source staff

Five Corners Paving Project Rescheduled to Late October

Oct 14

Local NewsAvalon Source staff

Annual Interior Vehicle Registration Opens Late September

Oct 11

Harbor & BoatingAvalon Source staff

Avalon Harbor Moorings Available for Private Sale

Oct 10

Public SafetyAvalon Source staff

Fatal Medical Helicopter Crash Near Avalon Prompts Search for Fifth Person

Oct 10

Public SafetyAvalon Source staff

Sheriff's Department Highlights Catalina Underwater Rescue Readiness

Oct 9

Harbor & BoatingAvalon Source staff

Avalon Harbor Prepares for Tropical Storm Rachel Impacts

Oct 6

Local NewsAvalon Source staff

Avalon Announces Annual Interior Vehicle Registration Period

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