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The modern quilt movement is nearly a decade old. It started in the early 2000s as an online community of like-minded quilters. These artists were inspired by modern design, bold colors, the use of negative space, and alternative fabrics. Today, modern quilters continue to embrace a style usually not seen in traditional quilts. This Summer the Museum and Guest Curator Georganna Hawley worked to promote an open call for entries for the new exhibit, Modern Quilts: Redesigning Traditions.  As a result, over 90 quilts were submitted by talented artists across the United… Read More

Police investigators are seeking the public’s help in identifying a man believed to be involved in two incidents of sexual assault against a child.

The two events occurred at Burlington Coat Factory located at 4777 E. Mills Circle. The suspect lured female victims, ages 5-10 years old, away from their parents and inappropriately touched them.

Detectives continue to investigate 23-year-old Eric Vargas of Los Angeles, for lewd acts with a minor under 14 years old. The initial investigation revealed that Vargas befriended the 12-year-old girl on the social media dating site “Kik.” He then met with the victim on several occasions.

This Halloween weekend, the Ontario Police Department is reminding Halloween partiers that Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving. If your Halloween party involves alcohol then you have to make a plan to get home without getting behind the wheel.

On Saturday, November 5, 2016, from 12 PM to 4 PM, the Ontario Museum of History & Art will be hosting Family Discover Day: Día de los Muertos.  The Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) holiday is a vibrant celebration of life and loved ones, celebrated on November 1st and 2nd. It is a long-standing cultural celebration in Latin America, with strong ties to indigenous Mexican culture. Today, Día de los Muertos is increasingly popular in the United States.  

During the month of November, Ontario Police personnel will be growing beards to raise money and awareness to fight cancer. Traditional grooming standards regarding facial hair are being relaxed so employees can participate in the month long No-Shave November.