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From the Fire Chief’s Corner: November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Printer-friendly versionBy Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna November 17, 2025 (San Diego) — November is the time to spotlight early detection, community support, and lifesaving education. Local leaders and national
East County Eater: Fresheria, a new La Mesa eatery, offers delicious healthy foods
Printer-friendly versionBy Miriam Raftery Photo: cauliflower ceviche November 16, 2026 (La Mesa) – If you’re looking to eat healthy and savor a wide array of delicious options, you’ll
Advancing Healthy Communities: From conflict to connection: Trauma-informed dialogue in a time of unrest
Printer-friendly versionBy Venture Griswold, Institute for Public Strategies Photo: “Kitchen Table Conversation” by Peter Alfred Hess is licensed under CC BY 2.0. November 4, 2025 (San Diego) — If the world feels heavy to
From the Fire Chief’s Corner: Let’s “move it” this November
Printer-friendly versionGrowing Conversations, Saving Lives By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna October 24, 2025 (San Diego) – Each November, a global movement takes root, one mustache at a time. Movember isn’t just
Shawn Dixon named president and CEO of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Printer-friendly version East County News Service Oct. 23, 2025 (San Diego) — Shawn Dixon has been named the new president and CEO of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance.
Advancing Healthy Communities: 2025 substance use and overdose report card released
Printer-friendly versionSan Diego County sees progress in overdose prevention, but challenges remain By Seraphina Eberhardt Photo: District Attorney Summer Stephan, standing with other county officials, speaks at a press conference recognizing
Destination East County: Notable November Events
Printer-friendly version October 18, 2025 (San Diego’s East County) – November brings numerous noteworthy events to East County, including the Ramona Art and Wine Festival, an Antique and Craft Fair
Media Watch: Free speech groups denounce deportation of Emmy-award winning journalist for live-streaming ICE raids and protests
Printer-friendly versionBy Miriam Raftery October 5, 2025 (Atlanta, GA) – In an action that has drawn condemnation from journalism and civil liberties organizations, the Department of Homeland Security on Friday
Chief’s Corner: Charge into Safety National Fire Prevention Week Oct 6th
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East County Eater: Happy Hour at Casa Gabriela features authentic Mexican cuisine, elevated
Printer-friendly versionBy Paul Levikow Photo, left: mural of talented chef Gabriela “Gaby” Lopez September 20, 2025 (La Mesa) – Casa Gabriela in the La Mesa Village has a first-rate, affordable
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ON THE SILVER SCREEN: “IRON MAN 2” A MOVIE OF STEEL DESPITE SCRIPT FLAWS
Printer-friendly version By Brian Lafferty May 6, 2010 (San Diego)–When I saw Iron Man two years ago, I left the theater feeling it was a great movie but functioned more like
LEFT HOOK: DEADLOCKED GOVERNMENT
Printer-friendly version As the Country Suffers, Leadership Fails By Walter Davis April 30, 2010 (San Diego)–With the economy in the tank and American families suffering, a deadlocked government continues
ON THE SILVER SCREEN: “ELM STREET” WORKS AS RE-IMAGINING, NOT REMAKE
Printer-friendly version By Brian Lafferty April 30, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) — Re-imagining a classic movie like A Nightmare on Elm Street is very risky, primarily because there
ON THE SILVER SCREEN: “THE LOSERS” ANYTHING BUT A WINNER
Printer-friendly version By Brian Lafferty April 23, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) — The Losers is an action movie that had no effect on me except for making my
POLITICAL WRANGLING
Printer-friendly version A round-up of national, state and local political news By Buck Shott April 22, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) — This week in the political arena,
DOLLAR-WISE DIVAS: SAVE MONEY! APRIL’S BARGAINS AND BEST BUYS
Printer-friendly version Share creative ideas to assist people of all ages with tips to save money and improve their lifestyle! By Nancy and Dawn Clement April 20, 2010 (San Diego’s
ON THE SILVER SCREEN: “KICK-ASS” A UNIQUE TAKE ON THE SUPERHERO GENRE
Printer-friendly version By Brian Lafferty April 16, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) — Kick-Ass is not your typical superhero. He doesn’t have any special powers and he lacks strength.
ON THE SILVER SCREEN: ALL-STAR CAST PROVIDES HEARTY LAUGHS IN “DEATH AT A FUNERAL”
Printer-friendly version By Brian Lafferty April 16, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) — As I walked out of the theater after watching Death at a Funeral, I was reminded
POLITICAL WRANGLING : A ROUNDUP OF THE LATEST POLITICAL HAPPENINGS
Printer-friendly version"I call Joel [Anderson] `Maytag’ because of his money-laundering skills." – La Mesa Mayor Art Madrid, who announced his endorsement of Anderson’s opponent, Jeff Stone, for State Senate By Buck Shott April 16, 2010
WILL POWER REPORT: PAPAL INFALLABILITY
Printer-friendly version Nothing but the Truth! April 12, 2010 (San Diego) — Generally, I don’t write too much about religion. I always felt it was none of my business. When Descartes
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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