Press release: May 14, 2012

COMPLETION OF NEW TRESTLES BRIDGE

The completion of the nearly $8 million San Mateo Creek Bridge, gateway to Trestles Beach and its famous surf break, was formally marked today as the northbound Amtrak Pacific Surfliner No. 769 trundled by on the new bridge.

Elected officials, longboard surfers, and Woodie car owners – many attired in Hawaiian shirts -- gathered in the sand below as the 500-ton train passed over the new concrete trestle bridge etched with the name of the beach: T-R-E-S-T-L-E-S.

“This project will help to ensure that we keep passengers and goods moving safely along the LOSSAN Coastal Rail Corridor – the second busiest passenger rail corridor in the nation,” noted Jerome Stocks, Chairman of the…

Ahhhhh, Talega...Cool Breezes, Warm People is the catchphrase of this secluded and safe subdivision, chalk full of fun family activities and recreational opportunities. You'll enjoy close proximity to the beach and a healthy real estate market, so whether it's luxury or investment you seek, Talega, San Clemente deserves a spot on your radar.

Some prospective homebuyers may not enjoy the relative seclusion of Talega compared to some of the other subdivisions in San Clemente, but for a family who is concerned about safety and community, a little bit of distance never hurt anyone. In fact, most of the current residence in Talega wouldn't trade their location away from the inner city for something more convenient even if they could...The privacy of

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When your palate is craving something simpler than fine dining, or when your schedule is craving something faster than a sit down restaurant, your favorite pizzeria comes to the rescue with reasonable prices and great food. But, there are a lot of pizza places in San Clemente, California, so it can take some time to find your favorite. Skip the disappointment and get your pizza at one of these three top pizzerias in San Clemente; one of these is sure to be your new favorite:

Z Pizza – Many in San Clemente swear by Z Pizza's meatball sandwich; at 10 inches of crusty home-cooked French bread overflowing with succulent meatballs and oozing mozzarella, it's easy to see why. Whether you are in the mood for the more traditional gourmet pizzas,

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Are you looking to retire into the ocean-side Californian paradise of your dreams? Look no further than California's most prized gem – The Little Spanish Village By the Sea –first and foremost for your dream come true. You won't find a better spot to enjoy the simple but fulfilling pleasures in life: good friends, perfect weather and arguably some of the most beautiful outdoor scenery in the country...What more could you possibly want?

You're in luck if you're looking for someplace serene to enjoy the best years of your life, because now is a great time to be looking at real estate in San Clemente; prices are low compared to the surrounding areas, but San Clemente's property value in a vacuum should be equal, so you're getting serious bang for

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If you are a business leader living in San Clemente and feel like it's your turn to start giving back, you may be the perfect candidate for the San Clemente chapter of the Rotary International Club. This volunteer organization is made up of men and women who have made themselves a force to be reckoned with in business and community alike, and who are now looking for a way to apply their leverage to better San Clemente, the state of California and the world as a whole.

First things first, you should know that not everyone gets accepted into the San Clemente Rotary international club; it is somewhat exclusive, although they are always itching for new members. That being said, membership in Rotary International is a true humanitarian privilege and it

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One of The Little Spanish Village By the Sea's most beautiful attractions is the Casa Romantica, but its value in San Clemente far surpasses that seen in its lush technicolored flora and panoramic oceanfront view...The Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens is also a non-profit organization that provides entertainment and excitement to the surrounding community, serving over 15,000 couples, friends and families per year. If you've yet to make the trip to Casa Romantica, here are 3 upcoming attractions that are definitely worth getting out of bed for:

2012 San Clemente Student Art Showcase – Come witness San Clemente's most creative young artists at the Tomorrow's Artists Today Exhibition at the Casa Romantica. A collaboration of the most

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San Clemente, California, the Little Spanish Village by the Sea, is a city known for world-class surfing and almost every single one of the public beaches in and around the city offer consistently high quality waves. In fact, surfing in San Clemente draws over 1,000,000 people per year to this charming village with some of the most pristine beaches on the Southern California coast line. Here are four of the most popular beaches to get you started surfing in San Clemente:

The Trestles – These secluded yet world-famous collection of surf breaks make up the hotspots most commonly associated with San Clemente. Despite semi-difficult access through a 1.5 mile trail, the beaches are easy to find and often very crowded. There are 3 beaches in the

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One of San Clemente's several mid-range condo developments, Mira Costa Villas sets itself apart by offering prospective home buyers beautiful living at a flexible entry point. This attractive subdivision is designed for families, and the long streets and individual side-by-side condos all contribute to maintaining that aura. There are a surprising array of different sizes, floor plans and styles available in the condos in Mira Costa, so it's worth looking through some current real estate listings to see what specifically is available.

What's Pricing Like in Mira Costa Villas?

When you and/or your family are looking at condos in Mira Costa Villas, you'll find homes mostly in the $350K-$450K range, although as always there are outliers in either

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Family Assistance Ministries is hosting this year's Charity Trail Run on May 5th, starting at the end of Camino Del Rio in San Clemente, California. The Charity Trail Run should be a good time for everybody, and participants will enjoy either a 5K or 10k run under beautiful California sunshine (projected forecast) and scenery, as well as the fuzzy feeling that comes with knowing they're supporting Family Assistance Ministries noble goal of helping the undernourished and underprivileged in Orange County, California.

Here's how it works – Charity Trail Runners pay a small entry fee and, in addition, are encouraged to support in any way they can. On top of that, a fair amount of funding raised will come from the sponsorship and vendor opportunities

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Cinco de Mayo is a time of celebration - there's no doubt about that - and San Clemente is one place where people take that celebration very seriously. In fact, the city hosts an annual celebration of Cinco De Mayo at Max Berg Plaza, and this year will be the 22nd year in a row it's taken place. The celebration has become more and more popular every year, drawing crowds from all around Orange County and beyond, but it is especially well liked by the locals.

Cinco de Mayo, otherwise known as Mexico's Independence Day, is especially important in San Clemente due to a growing population of Hispanic Americans. This is why Cinco de Mayo in The Little Spanish Village by the Sea is about more than just celebration...It's about celebrating a rich culture

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