Laylan Connelly
San Jose Mercury News
California, United States
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Recent articles by Laylan:
Heartbreaking video shows mourning dolphin carrying dead calf for 2 days
The mother dolphin and supportive members of her pod were recently spotted off the coast of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. → Read More
Heartbreaking video shows mourning dolphin carrying dead calf for 2 days
The mother dolphin and supportive members of her pod were recently spotted off the coast of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. → Read More
Mammoth Mountain extends ski season into June
A series of storms have dumped enough snow to keep Mammoth’s lifts running into June. → Read More
A red tide off OC and the South Bay has experts worried for sea birds
The red tide, caused by algae blooming, has been spotted off and on along the Southern California coast for the past month or so. → Read More
4 South Bay icons to be honored at Hermosa Beach Surfers Walk of Fame
Walk of Fame weekend includes the induction ceremony Saturday, followed by Spyder Surf Fest fun in the afternoon. → Read More
Here are a few ways to celebrate Earth Day in OC and on the coast
There are several Earth Day events planned to learn more about protecting Mother Nature. → Read More
Remember pismo clams? Efforts to survey, restore species underway
Researchers are hoping to learn more about the pismo clam to revive the sea creatures’ populations, like the abalone once found abundantly off the Southern California coast. → Read More
Wildflowers of OC: What to know, where to go
You may already be seeing pops of color throughout the county — here’s what to know if you want to explore the region’s vibrant wildflowers. → Read More
Local lifeguard makes waves as Huntington Beach’s first female Marine Safety captain – Orange County Register
Learn how lifeguard Leslie Schwene worked her way up the ranks for a career on the sand and in the surf. → Read More
San Clemente company credited with açai berry popularity marks milestone in returns to its harvesters
SAMBAZON, a leader in the açai berry industry, reports $1 million given in community resources in the Brazilian rainforest. → Read More
$3.5 million San Juan Capistrano skate park to be discussed by city leaders
Some residents are concerned that the proposed park goes against wishes to keep part of the agricultural history of that property. → Read More
New snow blankets local resorts as season’s end nears
Local mountain resorts say the fresh snow will let them extend the season by days, even weeks. → Read More
New Salt Creek Beach concession will give nod to Dana Point history
The team behind The Ranch in south Laguna and The Lost Pier Café at Aliso Beach will bring a new — with an ode to the old — concession to the Dana Point beach. → Read More
False killer whales make annual spring break trip of California coast
“It’s like a dolphin on steroids,” a photographer said of the tropical species that showed up off Southern California’s coast over the weekend. → Read More
Water safety summit launched to discuss drowning prevention
Groups gathered in Newport Beach to talk about prevention and policy for combating drowning dangers at oceans, lakes, rivers and pools. → Read More
False killer whales make annual spring break trip to local waters
“It’s like a dolphin on steroids,” a photographer said of the tropical species that showed up off Southern California’s coast over the weekend. → Read More
Abandoned 35-foot panga boat washes ashore in San Clemente
A 35-foot panga boat washed ashore in north San Clemente early on Saturday, March 19, with authorities investigating it as likely evidence of human smuggling. → Read More
African surf culture explored at new exhibit launch in San Clemente surf museum
The opening night March 19 will feature a book signing with Selema Masekela, a well-known surf announcer, a panel discussion and will showcase his new apparel brand Mami Wata. → Read More
African surf culture explored at new exhibit launch in San Clemente surf museum
The opening night March 19 will feature a book signing with Selema Masekela, a well-known surf announcer, a panel discussion and will showcase his new apparel brand Mami Wata. → Read More
Authorities investigating tar washing ashore in Seal Beach, Newport Beach
Samples tested indicate natural seepage and no connection to the October spill that shut down beaches in this area. → Read More