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The Catalina Islander is a weekly community newspaper serving Avalon, Catalina Island (California), and its mainland friends. Rooted deeply in our community for nearly a century, The Islander has been continuously published since 1914.
Housing, housing, housing | The Catalina Islander
7 hours ago · Housing was the number one issue with participants in a recent Islander informal social media survey. The Islander asked: “What are the opportunities and challenges facing Catalina in 2025?” In all, the question received 72 comments, as of 1:33 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 8. Multiple comments were ...
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The Catalina Islander is a weekly community newspaper serving Avalon, Catalina Island (California), and its mainland friends. Rooted deeply in our community for nearly a century, The Islander has been continuously published since 1914.
2025 Avalon Polar Swim and Polar Plunge | The Catalina Islander
9 hours ago · Photo by Nick Morrow Participants in the 2025 Polar Swim pose for a group photo. After nearly two weeks of overcast weather, the sun finally came out on New Year’s Day Morning. At 7:30, about 35 swimmers showed up at Casino Point for their first swim of the year in crystal clear, calm waters. The ...
Lancers hoopsters get taste of victory | The Catalina Islander
9 hours ago · The Avalon boys varsity basketball team finally got a taste of victory in their final preseason game against Santa Ana Valley, on Jan. 4, at home. The Lancers played even with the Falcons most of the first half, trailing 31-28 at the break. However, the Lancer defense went on lockdown in the 3rd ...
Pyrosomes have been visiting Catalina recently
9 hours ago · I am returning from my sabbatical from a few years back. I plan on doing this article once a month, or so. So, to start off, I wish all readers a happy new year! Our waters here are so plentiful. The kelp beds attract nearly 800 species. We are …
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Council flooded on deer eradication; Conservancy states its case
Oct 20, 2023 · The Council Chambers were full for this week’s meeting. The public and the Catalina Island Conservancy both argued their cases to the Oct. 17 Avalon City Council meeting.
Love Catalina reports more visitors | The Catalina Islander
Jun 7, 2024 · Love Catalina Island CEO/President Jim Luttjohann this week reported to the City Council on the business group’s first quarter of 2024. Luttjohann reminded everyone that the weather “sucked” during the first quarter.
Documentary: Rosie and Lolo | The Catalina Islander
Jul 5, 2024 · The Catalina Islander is a weekly community newspaper serving Avalon, Catalina Island (California), and its mainland friends. Rooted deeply in our community for nearly a century, The Islander has been continuously published since 1914.