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Trump ramps up bullying and censorship efforts against media
Printer-friendly versionBy G. A. McNeeley September 20, 2025 (Washington D.C.) — Since taking office in January, President Donald Trump has been waging an aggressive campaign against the media, unlike
Destination East County: October outings
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service September 17, 2025 (San Diego’s East County) — October brings Oktoberfest celebrations in La Mesa and El Cajon and Borrego Days in the desert, as
From the Fire Chief’s Corner: it’s Fall Prevention Awareness Month
Printer-friendly versionBy Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna September 19, 2025 (San Diego) – Each September, as the seasons shift and leaves begin to fall, we turn our attention to a quieter
Advancing Healthy Communities: Cannabis data shows significant impact on physical and mental health of youth and young adults
Printer-friendly versionBy Seraphina Eberhardt Photo: “Cannabis Understands – 2017” by Jurassic Blueberries is licensed under CC BY 2.0. September 4, 2025 (San Diego) — New data shows a concerning trend: today’s high-potency cannabis products are
Destination East County: Memorable September events
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery August 18, 2025 (San Diego’s East County) – As summer transitions into fall, September brings seasonal events such as an Autumn Jubilee, Sycuan’s Powwow,
From the Fire Chief’s Corner: August is national immunization month
Printer-friendly versionBy Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna This is no shot in the dark August 16, 2025 (San Diego) — Viruses and bacteria that cause illness and death still exist
Advancing Healthy Communities: one year of change: Revitalize Broadway Lemon Grove celebrates its first anniversary
Printer-friendly versionBy Seraphina Eberhardt, Program Director, Institute for Public Strategies East County Photo: members of the Revitalize Broadway Board celebrate the one-year anniversary of its founding. Photo by Revitalize Broadway
From the Fire Chief’s Corner: hot blooded?
Printer-friendly version By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna July 25, 2025 (San Diego) — Warm temperatures can have a surprisingly complex impact on your blood and cardiovascular system. Here’s how your
Destination East County: hot August nights bring late summer celebrations
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Advancing Healthy Communities: Inside the Bing and Underage Drinking Initiative’s 2025 Annual Status Report for County
Printer-friendly version By Seraphina Eberhardt, Program Director, Institute for Public Strategies July 1, 2025 (El Cajon) — Community leaders, prevention experts, and local advocates came together at Singing Hills
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ON THE SILVER SCREEN: “SALT” CONTAINS NO SPICE
Printer-friendly versionBy Brian Lafferty July 23, 2010 (San Diego)–The scenario of Salt is gleefully implausible, with twist after twist and sequences of events that go way beyond the valley of
MARKETING MATTERS: IS SOCIAL NETWORKING A SUCCESSFUL MARKETING TOOL?
Printer-friendly version TIPS AND TRICKS FOR BUSINESS SUCCESS AND GROWTH By Rama Beerfas July 23, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) – Social networking seems to be the
ON THE SILVER SCREEN: “INCEPTION” DREAMS UP A RICH SCRIPT
Printer-friendly versionBy Brian Lafferty "This is one of the best movies of the year." — Brian Lafferty July 22, 2010 (San Diego’s East County)–Dreams have always been part of cinema.
GOOD MONEY: INTERNET USE, GREENPEACE & YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT
Printer-friendly version In short, Google U.S. alone is emitting the same quantity of CO2 every year as 28,823 average U.S. homes. “Your guide to financial planning & socially responsible investing”
DOG BLOG: TIPS FOR A HAPPY DOG
Printer-friendly version By Dawn Celapino July 18, 2010 (San Diego) — Most dogs don’t get enough mental stimulation to be satisfied or happy, and behavior problems are often a result.
ON THE SILVER SCREEN: “SORCERER’S APPRENTICE” CASTS A CHARMING SPELL
Printer-friendly versionBy Brian Lafferty July 14, 2010 (San Diego’s East County)–The Sorcerer’s Apprentice takes a ten-minute animated segment and stretches it out to a nearly two hour live-action film
DOLLAR-WISE DIVAS: SAVE MONEY! JULY’S BARGAINS & BEST BUYS
Printer-friendly version Share creative ideas to assist people of all ages with tips to save money and improve their lifestyle! “A perfect summer day is when the sun
GOOD MONEY: LONG TERM CARE INSURANCE RATE INCREASE LOOMING; TAX DEDUCTION UPDATE
Printer-friendly version Your guide to financial planning & socially responsible investing By: Judith L. Seid, CFP ® President, Blue Summit Wealth Management July 9, 2010 (La Mesa) —
SYLVIA’S SOAPBOX: OUR DIEGUITO RIVER PARK IS IN DANGER
Printer-friendly version By Sylvia Hampton July 9, 2010 (San Diego) — One of our most prized regional achievements and treasures in San Diego County is the San Dieguito River
THE DOG BLOG: TRAIL SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR DOG
Printer-friendly version By Dawn Celapino July 11, 2010 (San Diego’s East County)–Take severe caution when walking your dog on the trails this summer! Make sure you always keep your dog
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Lemon Grove Forward Club announces annual Sock Drive for November
Printer-friendly versionSource: Lemon Grove Forward Club November 4, 2025 (Lemon Grove) – The Lemon Grove Forward Club is kicking off its annual sock drive, “Socktober,” a tradition that has made a