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GIARDINO NEIGHBORHOOD CUCINA TO BRING ITALIAN-INSPIRED EATS TO LEMON GROVE
Classical menu brings on flavor, nostalgia and a bit of surprise East County News Service September 15, 2017 (Lemon Grove) — With a fast approaching debut next month, the neighborhood eatery, Giardino, has finalized its menu and looks forward to opening its doors to the Lemon Grove community. Featuring Italian inspired cuisine in a welcoming and casual setting, the
THEY’VE GOT RHYTHM: SYCUAN POWWOW 2017
By Miriam Raftery September 15, 2017 (El Cajon) – The 28th annual Sycuan Powwow was held last weekend at the Sycuan reservation, drawing tribal members from across the U.S. The grand procession and ensuing Native American dance competitions provided a panoramic vista of swirling colors and patterns, as participants clad in full regalia performed timeless steps to the accompaniment
TIJUANA, SAN DIEGO’S SISTER CITY
HAVING FUN IN TIJUANA: A Day Tripper’s Guide, by Sam Warren (Bookwarren Publishing, San Diego, California, 2017, 14 pages.) Book Review by Dennis Moore September 15, 2017 (Tijuana) – Sam Warren, the founder of SDWriteway, an online magazine in San Diego that has partnered with the East County Magazine, has written the indispensable guide to navigating through Tijuana,
PASSAGES: LA TORTA RESTAURANT OWNER MIGUEL ANGEL ROJAS
East County News Service September 15, 2017 (La Mesa) – Miguel Angel Rojas, 54, owner of the La Torta restaurant in La Mesa, died on September 10th. “ A husband, father, brother and friend, Miguel, was beloved by many,” states a GoFundMe page set up by Rojas’ stepdaughter to help his wife, Felicia, and daughters. “Many people came to know
A MILLION PUNCHES FROM THE HEART: PUNCHING OUT RACISM, GANG VIOLENCE AND MISTRUST OF POLICE SEPT. 16 IN EL CAJON
By Valerie Watts September 11, 2017 (El Cajon) – Imagine a fire station hung with heavy punching bags, filled with youth, community members, police and firefighters all furiously punching away for 60 seconds at a time. On Saturday, September 16 from 8 a.m. until noon, the public is invited to help firefighters and police officers “punch out racism, gang
RAMONA RANCH VINEYARD AND WINERY FIRST IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY TO BECOME CERTIFIED CALIFORNIA SUSTAINABLE WINEGROWING
Source: Ramona Valley Vineyard Association Photo: winemaker Micole Moore and co-owner Teri Kerns in the vineyard with ponies Thelma and Louise. September 14, 2017 (Ramona) — Ramona Ranch Vineyard and Winery is the first in San Diego County to be designated Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing (CERTIFIED SUSTAINABLE) as a result of meeting a comprehensive set of standards for “environmental
TAKE A STROLL AT THE ALLEY CAT ART WALK SEPT. 15 IN EL CAJON FOR ARTS, CRAFTS, MUSIC AND MORE
By Miriam Raftery September 10, 2017 (El Cajon) – You’re invited to bring the family and stroll through downtown El Cajon’s “art alley” on Rea Street at the 2017 Alley Cat Art Walk on Friday, September 15 from 5 to 10 p.m. Enjoy over 20 outdoor art and craft vendor booths three live music stages, plus select galleries and
SUPREME COURT REINSTATES TRAVEL BAN ON SOME REFUGEES UNTIL HIGH COURT HEARS CASE
By Miriam Raftery September 12, 2017 (Washington D.C.) – The U.S. Supreme Court today blocked an Appeals Court order that would have allowed refugees who already have contractual agreements from resettlement agencies to enter the U.S. The ban could be temporary, put in place until the justices issue a final ruling after deliberations on the case begin in mid-October.
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: TOP FESTIVALS AND EVENTS SEPT. 15-OCT. 24
East County News Service September 12, 2017 (San Diego’s East County) –This week’s Destination East County includes the Alley Cat Art Walk in El Cajon, Julian’s Music Festival, a Siren’s Crush concert in El Cajon, the Lemon Grove Lions Salsa Fiesta, Lakeside River Park’s Once in a Blue Moon gala, a Latino Film Festival at Grossmont and Cuyamaca Colleges,
CALIFORNIA SUES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION OVER DACA REPEAL
State joined by Minnesota, Maryland, and Maine in lawsuit standing up for Dreamers East County News Service September 11, 2017 (Sacramento) — Today, California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, joined by the attorneys general for Minnesota, Maryland and Maine, filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration over its decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals initiative (DACA). The
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GIARDINO NEIGHBORHOOD CUCINA TO BRING ITALIAN-INSPIRED EATS TO LEMON GROVE
Classical menu brings on flavor, nostalgia and a bit of surprise East County News Service September 15, 2017 (Lemon Grove) — With a fast approaching debut next month, the
THEY’VE GOT RHYTHM: SYCUAN POWWOW 2017
By Miriam Raftery September 15, 2017 (El Cajon) – The 28th annual Sycuan Powwow was held last weekend at the Sycuan reservation, drawing tribal members from across the U.S.
TIJUANA, SAN DIEGO’S SISTER CITY
HAVING FUN IN TIJUANA: A Day Tripper’s Guide, by Sam Warren (Bookwarren Publishing, San Diego, California, 2017, 14 pages.) Book Review by Dennis Moore September 15, 2017 (Tijuana)
PASSAGES: LA TORTA RESTAURANT OWNER MIGUEL ANGEL ROJAS
East County News Service September 15, 2017 (La Mesa) – Miguel Angel Rojas, 54, owner of the La Torta restaurant in La Mesa, died on September 10th. “ A husband,
A MILLION PUNCHES FROM THE HEART: PUNCHING OUT RACISM, GANG VIOLENCE AND MISTRUST OF POLICE SEPT. 16 IN EL CAJON
By Valerie Watts September 11, 2017 (El Cajon) – Imagine a fire station hung with heavy punching bags, filled with youth, community members, police and firefighters all furiously punching
RAMONA RANCH VINEYARD AND WINERY FIRST IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY TO BECOME CERTIFIED CALIFORNIA SUSTAINABLE WINEGROWING
Source: Ramona Valley Vineyard Association Photo: winemaker Micole Moore and co-owner Teri Kerns in the vineyard with ponies Thelma and Louise. September 14, 2017 (Ramona) — Ramona Ranch Vineyard
TAKE A STROLL AT THE ALLEY CAT ART WALK SEPT. 15 IN EL CAJON FOR ARTS, CRAFTS, MUSIC AND MORE
By Miriam Raftery September 10, 2017 (El Cajon) – You’re invited to bring the family and stroll through downtown El Cajon’s “art alley” on Rea Street at the 2017
SUPREME COURT REINSTATES TRAVEL BAN ON SOME REFUGEES UNTIL HIGH COURT HEARS CASE
By Miriam Raftery September 12, 2017 (Washington D.C.) – The U.S. Supreme Court today blocked an Appeals Court order that would have allowed refugees who already have contractual agreements
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: TOP FESTIVALS AND EVENTS SEPT. 15-OCT. 24
East County News Service September 12, 2017 (San Diego’s East County) –This week’s Destination East County includes the Alley Cat Art Walk in El Cajon, Julian’s Music Festival, a
CALIFORNIA SUES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION OVER DACA REPEAL
State joined by Minnesota, Maryland, and Maine in lawsuit standing up for Dreamers East County News Service September 11, 2017 (Sacramento) — Today, California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, joined
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