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'New Moon' movie has this 'Twilight' addict jumping out of her seat


By Maryann Castronovo, SDNN
Getting hooked on the "Twilight" series provided this adult an escape from everyday life and a refresher on high school love.

San Diego’s homeless embraced by community members


By Hoa Quach, SDNN
Hundreds of San Diego’s homeless population see some helping hands Tuesday night.

SDSU protesters rally against budget cuts, forced furloughs


By Joseph Peña, SDNN
The California State University, California University and California Community Colleges systems have been plagued by budget cuts that have impacted enrollment and class sizes, and forced professors into furloughs.

At 90, retired pediatrician hopes his genes will make a difference


By Arthur Lightbourn, Rancho Santa Fe Review
Dr. Forrest Adams contributed samples of his DNA and his stem cells to two separate research programs to help unlock the genetic secrets behind lifelong good health.

OB People’s Market is food for thought


By Anthony Gentile, Peninsula Beacon
Eighteen delegates from the Chinese province of Jiangsu visited the market for a behind-the-scenes look at its operations and "green" philosophy.

Local had stake in Czech Republic’s Velvet Revolution


By Martin Jones Westlin, Peninsula Beacon
Twenty years ago Marketa Hancova, a Czech native and 10-year Point Loma resident, was one of a half-million protesters who took to the streets during the revolution.

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Empowering Parents

Why does my child know Wii but not his ABCs?


By Marsha R. Dodson and Dr. Darlene V. Willis, SDNN
Empowering Parents: How can this single mom get her son to give up his video game for other priorities?

Empowering Parents: Public vs. private universities


By Marsha R. Dodson and Dr. Darlene V. Willis, SDNN
As students across the country are applying to colleges and deciding whether to attend public or private institutions, they (and their parents) must weigh the pros and cons.

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Universal Health Blog

HypnoBirthing allows a new state of mind to be a new state of labor


By Jennifer Reed, SDNN
Unique HypnoBirthing classes teach San Diego women-and their partners-to relax and take control of their birth experience.

Nagging pain serves as warning when it comes to fitness injury


By Cassie Piercey, SDNN
For the occasional fitness enthusiast and even the experienced athlete, nagging overuse injuries can be annoying, but vital to health.


The Good Squad

Student gains insight through recent Israel trip


By Matt Liebowitz, Carmel Valley News
A Canyon Crest senior left the Middle East country with a new perspective on the Arab-Israeli conflict.

The Good Blog: Fostering safe homes


By Danielle Gano, SDNN
Angels Foster Family Network is a San Diego-based nonprofit organization attempting to understand what is wrong with the foster system, educate the community about the issues and make positive changes.

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Gaslamp Gal

Gaslamp Gal: You're invited to a wedding


By Lauren Clifford, SDNN
Everyone is invited to the outrageously fun (and cheesy) Joey & Maria's Italian Wedding.

Gaslamp Gal: Weekend highlights


By Lauren Clifford, SDNN
Never been to The Silver Fox? You don't know what you're missing.

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Society

Society: Burnham's The Power to Cure gala


By Margo Schwab, SDNN
Gala raises nearly $1 million for medical research for cures to cancer, diabetes, obesity, children's diseases, and infectious and inflammatory diseases to name a few.

Casa de Amparo Gala 'Crystal'-izes funds and future of children


By Margo Schwab, SDNN
More than 300 guests attended the Crystal Ball to raise critical funds for Casa De Amparo's programs and services for child abuse treatment.

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Mi Ranchita - The Rancho La Puerta Journals

Our civilization has cast a huge shadow


Pete Jensen, Rancho La Puerta
Sponsored by: Rancho La Puerta …the kind of diverse spa community that is doing a great deal these days to redefine the very word “spa.”

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SAFE 5-1-1

Keep Your Employees SAFE


Valentina Vojkovic, SAFE 511
Sponsored by: SAFE 511 Motorists driving in San Diego County can call 5-1-1 from their cell phone to receive non-emergency roadside assistance on San Diego freeways and highways from the safety of their vehicle.

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San Diego Family Law

Padre Owner John Moores Sex Scandal Reminds Us of an Earlier Time


Garrison "Bud" Klueck; CFLS,MA,JD, Law & Mediation Offices of Garrison Klueck
Sponsored by: Law & Mediation Offices of Garrison Klueck The Moores divorce puts a celebrity sex scandal back into the courts and back into the news.

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