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Updated October 2, 2026
Beachgoers enjoy the sand at Lovers Point Park on Pacific Grove's rocky shoreline. The pier at the park's edge needs about $1.5 million in repairs.
PACIFIC GROVE

Lovers Point Pier gets $750,000 from the Coastal Conservancy toward its $1.5 million repair

The century-old pier, damaged in a December 2020 storm, is halfway funded. Pacific Grove is seeking matching dollars.

By Lucia Ferraro · September 30, 2026
MONTEREY

Aquarium's bilingual 'Ocean in Motion' exhibit opens Nov. 7 for the youngest ocean lovers

The English and Spanish exhibit uses movement and play to build empathy with ocean life, with a wave machine, penguins, and role-play.

By Lucia Ferraro · September 29, 2026