Job Seekers Find Comfort in Collaboration

When John Martindale was laid off from his position as a director of training at a homebuilding company, he decided not to go it alone and formed a monthly group to provide support to job seekers.

L.A., Orange Co. Gas Sees Uptick After Steady Decline

Gas prices saw a slight increase over the weekend after nearly two months of steady decline. AAA spokesperson Jeffrey Spring said a weakening dollar could bring on further increases.

Hallmark Closes, Mayor Urges Shopping Local

Jodie's Hallmark in North Diamond Bar closed June 30. After Blockbuster closed in April and Ralph's is planning its exit in August, Mayor Steve Tye urged residents to shop locally.

Walnut Charitable Fund Manager Points to Ponzi Scheme Warnings

Investment advisor and accountant Gary Chow listed three primary warning signs for identifying Ponzi schemes and discusses his own charitable investment group, Gifts After Six, in the Walnut Unified School District.

New Real Estate Brokerage Firm Banks on Future Housing Boom

Christian and Jeanette Fuentes expanded their Diamond Bar RE/MAX real estate franchise to an independently owned brokerage this year. Christian, the agency's president, and Jeanette, the agency's broker, are banking on a real estate boom to come in 2013-2

Asian Food 'One Arm Full of Groceries' at a Time

Many of us shop with prices in mind, did you ever wonder how H Mart does it? There are some interesting reasons for the great prices, and some hidden gems to know about.

New D'Antonio's Has Potential, Needs Amore

The Diamond Bar mainstay D'Antonio's is under new ownership but an old model. The restaurant's new ownership now has a chance to innovate.

Gas Prices Dip for Seventh Straight Week But Drop Slows

Gas prices were expected to plateau but a recent decline in oil prices may keep them from hitting bottom just yet.

Free Brownie, Chips and Queso. Really.

The Diamond Bar Chili's is offering a free chocolate brownie or free chips and queso for customers who sign up for the restaurant's email list. Deals for Chili's also abound for Foursquare check-ins.

Gas Prices Drop for 6th Consecutive Week

Gas prices have continued to drop. Here are the cheapest places to find gas around Diamond Bar.

New Micro Cell Site on the Way

The city approved permits for T-Mobile to install a new micro-cellular antenna atop an existing light pole on Diamond Bar Boulevard to address a gap in service through that area.

Lawyers Offer Free Advice at Law Day Saturday

A panel of lawyers will offer free legal advice during a Law Day open to Diamond Bar and Walnut residents and business owners Saturday.

Agreement in the Works for Blockbuster Space

A new national tenant is in the works for the former Diamond Bar Blockbuster according to the property management firm at the site.

Gas Down a Nickel from Last Week

The price of gas is decreasing, though it is still about $1 higher than one year ago.

Businesses Cold on Sytrofoam Ban

Local businesses would be hit hard by a bill proposing a ban on polystyrene foam containers, according to a recommendation from the regional Chamber of Commerce.

What Would You Like to See Replace Ralph's Supermarket?

Ralph's supermarket will let its lease expire in August, city officials confirmed in early May. What do you think should take its place?

Gassing Up for Memorial Day Weekend

Gas prices saw a small dip before the holiday weekend. Here's where to find the cheapest gas in town for your weekend trip.

[UPDATE] Tutoring Center Awarded Permit to Return to Business

The city's planning commission gave unanimous approval to a business permit for a tutoring center that had been previously operating for nine months without a license.

Gas Prices Dip, Bringing Some Relief to Customers

Prices at the pump dropped a penny a day over the past week.

Kyala Japanese Cuisine: All New Renovation

After more than 20 years, Kyala has undergone a complete renovation, and created a new menu to boot!

Dim Sum: East 180º Style

Want a quick bite? Something small and tasty? Try Dim sum at East 180. This Diamond Bar beauty has some new treats in store.

Walnut Job Fair Aims to Help Unemployed

The city of Walnut is hosting a job fair in partnership with the Regional Chamber of Commerce of San Gabriel Valley Saturday in an effort to help job-seekers in the area.

Ralphs Replacement 'Could Take Months'

The store closing in August could take months to replace, City Manager Jim DeStefano said Tuesday.

Tutoring Center Seeks Business Permit After 9 Months Unlicensed

A tutoring center on Pinefalls Avenue in South Diamond Bar will likely be asked to limit its total student enrollment to meet parking requirements it said were not a problem while operating unlicensed for nine months.

Diamond Bar (Adjacent) Night Club Aims for High-End Guests

Luna nightclub on Temple Avenue often advertises a Diamond Bar address, but the decision is purely practical, promoters of the high-end club say.

Diamond Bar Ralphs to Close in August

The Diamond Bar branch of the national Ralphs chain will close its doors in August as one of seven "underperforming" stores in Southern California.

See's Candies Coming to Diamond Bar

Mother's Day is coming, and so is See's Candies! Unfortunately, not in time to make your Mother's Day shopping closer to home.

How Do You Pho?

Pho houses are popping up all over. But what is pho? And how do you eat it? The possibilities are endless.

Shell Station Set for Summer Completion

Work continues at a Shell station repeatedly stalled for permitting and contracting snags.

Parking Concerns Put Tutoring Center Permits on Hold

A proposed tutoring center in a business park near Brea Canyon Road and Lycoming Street is seeing permitting troubles around available parking.

Fielding Questions: What's Going on with the NFL Stadium?

At the annual State of the City Address on April 1, one resident asked Mayor Steve Tye about any progress on the NFL stadium proposed in the city of Industry. Until NFL labor disputes end, negotiations for a team are on hold.

New 3-story Office Building Breaks Ground, Most Offices Sold

Almost all of the offices have already been sold for the new Diamond Star office condo building in South Diamond Bar, which broke ground Thursday.

Yamaha Music School Returns to Diamond Bar

The Diamond Bar Yamaha Music School opened its doors back in Diamond Bar on March 20 in a space that founder Esther Kho said will provide more space for the school's over 400 students.

Council Passes Hold on Honda Site Development Unanimously

The city council approved the extension of a 10-month moratorium on permitting at the former Diamond Bar Honda site Tuesday night.

Honda Site Plans Face Longer Wait with Stadium Uncertainties

The Diamond Bar City Council will vote tonight on a 10-month extension of moratorium on land-use permits at the site of the former Diamond Bar Honda dealership while the city awaits the fate of the adjacent Grand Crossing football stadium project.

Non-residential Water Rate Increase Begins

Water rates for industrial, commercial, and governmental customers will see increases starting today.

DB Golf Course Seeks Weekday Bookings at Annual Open House

Diamond Bar Golf course's director of catering, Jennifer Flores, said she is seeking to boost the number of corporate and business rentals at the facility during the week.

Mother Nature Assists During Water Plant Shutdown

Walnut Valley Water District General Manager Mike Holmes said the 10-day shutdown of the F.E. Weymouth plant in LaVerne went smoothly and residents handled the 50 percent supply cut without a hitch.

Gas Prices Reach Two-year High, Topping $4 Mark

The average gas prices climbed over the $4 mark this weekend across Los Angeles county for the first time since Aug. 17, 2008.

Carrying a 'Heavy Heart' for Japan

The earthquake in Japan still reverberates in Diamond Bar for the city's Japanese restaurant owners at Kyala Japanese Cuisine and Jubei Japanese Restaurant.