ON THE SILVER SCREEN: GROSS ANATOMY

By Brian Lafferty

 

October 7, 2011 (San Diego) – The Human Centipede II (Full Sequence) is a challenging movie not just in content but also in making me think about my response to it. It’s so easy for a critic to say that he likes or dislikes a film, especially when engaging in dialogue, rather than written expression. When a movie like this comes along, it’s not so black and white.


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OUR PLANET, OUR HOME AWARDS FOR OCTOBER 8

 
October 7, 2011 (La Mesa) -- The City of La Mesa is taking steps to increase environmental awareness within the community and to sustain its environment. This commitment includes: 

• The Environmental Sustainability Commission 
• Annual "Sustain La Mesa" Environmental Festival 
• “Our Planet, Our Home” Environmental Literacy & Art Contest

The Environmental Sustainability Commission will present the 4th Annual "Sustain La Mesa" Environmental Festival on Saturday October 8, 2011 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Harry Griffen Park. The festival features:



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AFFORDABLE FOOD IN RAMONA

 
October 7, 2011 (Ramona) --With food prices going up, we’re all looking for ways to save. In San Diego, Golden Share Foods offers high-quality foods at a 30 to 50 percent discount, and Ramona United Methodist Church will be a distribution center starting at 10 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 24.

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BLUES IN THE VINES: ORFILA VINEYARDS HOSTS CONCERT AND BBQ OCT. 16

 
By Millicent Arko
 
 
 
October 7, 2011 (Escondido) - Orfila Vineyards and Winery invites the public tokick off the concert in the vines season at Orfila with a live performance by the Stoney B Blues BandIn addition, Orfila promises to offer the “best hickory smoked BBQ this side of the Mississippi”…


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HEALING HEARTS ART DISPLAY, MUSIC AND MORE OCT. 22

 

 

 

 

October 7, 2011 (Santee) --On October 22, 2011,  from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Healing Hearts at Edgemoor will have a demonstration and display of artworks. Healing Hearts is an art therapy program that delights and inspires patients who are enrolled.


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ECM SWEEPS PRESS CLUB AWARDS—AGAIN

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October 3, 2011 (San Diego’s East County) – Ten of East County Magazine’s writers, photographers and videographers have won awards in the San Diego Press Club’s 2011 Excellence in Journalism Awards. 
 
“We’re delighted to learn that this year’s list of winners includes not only professional career journalists, but also community volunteers, interns and photographers who receiving training from ECM in citizen-journalism skills,” said Miriam Raftery, editor and founder of the nonprofit publication. “Congratulations to our dedicated team.”
 

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ECM WORLD WATCH: OCTOBER 7, 2011

 


October 7, 2011 (San Diego's East County)--ECM World Watch highlights top U.S. and world news stories, published in other media. 

 

This week's top headlines include:

 

 

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EAST COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL BUS TOUR OCT. 26

 

October 7, 2011 (Lakeside) – A tour of East County’s economic development opportunities will be offered on Wednesday, October 26th by the East County Economic Development Council

 

“East County offers a wide range of industrial, office and retail opportunities. With Gillespie Field located in the heart of East County, the sky's the limit,” a Lakeside Chamber of Commerce announcement states.

 


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EVACUATIONS IN LA MESA

Update 6 p.m.:   The line has been repaired and residents have been allowed to return home.

 

View a map of the area at La Mesa Today.

 


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HUNTER CALLS ON DEFENSE SECRETARY TO CONSIDER MORE RECIPIENTS FOR MEDAL OF HONOR


By Miriam Raftery

 

October 7, 2011 (Washington D.C.) – Congressman Duncan D. Hunter has sent a letter to the Secretary of Defense recommending that medals be reviewed to see if some should be upgraded to a Medal of Honor.

 


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READER’S EDITORIAL: THE LEGACY OF STEVE JOBS (1955-2011)

 

By Nikki Symington 

 
 
 
October 6, 2011 (San Diego’s East County)—Here is another inspiration and gift from Steve Jobs that bears witnessing. He was fired from the company and product he created. Who fired him? A board of directors representing investors interested only in money--not interested in creative genius or a CEO who didn’t fit their vapid images, no doubt. 
 
The good news is that in Steve Job’s case, they failed and inspiration, leadership and genius was invited back to save their pocketbooks, and enrich our lives. There is a lesson here about what is wrong with American companies and corporations.
 

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WALL STREET PROTESTS SPREAD ACROSS NATION: “OCCUPY SAN DIEGO” PROTEST STARTS FRIDAY OCT. 7

 East County residents join protest movement

 

By Miriam Raftery
 

October 3, 2011 (San Diego’s East County) – Inspired by protests organized through social networking sites that led to toppling of Egypt’s government, thousands of protesters have been staging an occupation in New York City since September 17. They seek an end to Wall Street “greed and corruption” according to Www.OccupyWallStreet.org.

 

Their message has struck a chord with people across the nation who have lost jobs or homes, students, seniors and others who believe their troubles are not been addressed. Posts have spread over Twitter and Facebook, giving rise to occupations in Washington D.C., Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, and Denver. Labor unions including United Steelworkers have joined the cause. Now, a group called Occupy San Diego has announced it will peacefully occupy Civic Center Plaza in downtown San Diego starting Friday, October 7.


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WALK FOR WARRIORS SAN DIEGO TO HONOR WOUNDED WARRIORS

 

October 6, 2011 (San Diego)--On October 8, the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) will host Walk for Warriors in San Diego to raise funds to support and care for wounded warriors and their families. Part of WWP’s Believe in Heroes campaign, the walk is the second in a series of walks/runs being held around the country leading up to Veterans Day. The campaign honors the sacrifices of those who have answered the call to serve in the ten years that followed the events of Sept 11th.

 


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EL CAJON FIRE SAFETY & CAREER EXPO

 
 
 
October 2, 2011 (El Cajon) -- The El Cajon Fire Department is holding a safty and career expo on Saturday, October 8 at 100 East Lexington Avenue in El Cajon from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. There will be a special tribute at noon for firefighters, police, and military heros.
 

During the day, many activities will be available for family fun as well as teaching the public how to be safe and prepared for a fire or other emergency.


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LA MESA HIT AND RUN VEHICLE LOCATED

 

 

October 6, 2011 (La Mesa)--Today, investigators with the La Mesa Police Department’s Traffic Unit located a vehicle suspected in an August 25, 2011 hit-and-run accident in which a 27-month old toddler was seriously injured. The boy had wandered away from a nearby apartment complex and was struck by a car while walking across Fletcher Parkway at Trolley Court in La Mesa. 

 


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READER'S EDITORIAL: CHURCH FLAUNTS RULE, SEEKS TO TRIPLE ENROLLMENT FOR CHARTER SCHOOL

 
By Yvonne Merrill
 
 
 
 
October 6, 2011 (La Mesa) -- The Church of Christ on Jackson Drive in La Mesa is renting its building to the Mountain Empire School District for a charter school. Last year the school started with 80 students. Their conditional use permit (CUP) with the City of La Mesa stated a limit of 100 students. This year it enrolled 180. The school requested a change in its CUP at the Planning Commission at the end of August, only a week before school started.

The Planning Commission then passed it on to the La Mesa City Council.  Apparently, the church decided that with or without permission from the City Council  it would enroll as many students as it wanted and that it would not follow law as outlined in the CUP. 
At the City Council meeting, Pastor Troy Wagner asked, "What are we supposed to do? Send 80 students home, 60 of which are La Mesa residents?"  He indicated that they want to enroll 259 students next year.
 

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OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH

 

 

October 6, 2011 (San Diego) -- October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Did you know that one in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime and most cases are not reported to law enforcement? A study also finds dating abuse is difficult for most students to identify and stop. (Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Violence against Women Survey and Knowledge Works).


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FLU VACCINE AVAILABLE AT SEVERAL LOCATIONS

 

 

October 6, 2011 (San Diego and East County) -- Sharp Healthcare announces a series of flu clinics in San Diego and East County.  A $2 donation is suggested.  Scroll down for details on locations. No appointments are necessary. These  flu vaccination clinics are for seniors aged 60 and over, adults with chronic illness and family caregivers of older adults. Call 619-740-4214 for details.

 
 
 
 

 

For Flu vaccines (see "read more" below)

 


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EAST COUNTY ROUNDUP: OCTOBER 6, 2011

 

September 30, 2011 (San Diego's East County) -- East County Roundup highlights top stories in our region and state, published in other media outlets.  These week's top Roundup headlines include:

 
 
 
 
 
 
LOCAL
  •          Tribe attempts to evict private military contractor: Los Coyotes band in a legal standoff with Blackwater-tied company (San Diego CityBeat)
  •          Ballot effort to repeal fire fee falls short (Sacramento Bee)
  •          San Diego family of 3 needs $63,000 to be self-sufficient (KPBS)
  •         San Diego ATM fees second highest in nation (KPBS)
  •          Tankers for Sunrise Powerlink project upsets residents (10 News)
  •          Palomar Mountain State Park campgrounds close for good (signonsandiego.com)
 
STATE
  •          California breaks from 50 state probe into mortgage lenders[will conduct own probe] (Los Angeles Times)
  •          Education lawsuit would impact future California budgets (Sacramento Bee)
  •          Advocates for disabled to sue over state budget cuts (Sacramento Bee)
  •          FPPC looks at easing candidate reporting requirements (KPBS)  

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WEST HILLS HIGH TO COMMEMORATE 25 YEARS WITH GALA CELEBRATION NOV. 4


November 4, 2011 (Santee CA) - Teachers, parents, alumni and supporters from throughout the community are anticipated to attend the 25th Anniversary Celebration of West Hills High School.

 


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MOTORIST ARRESTED AFTER EL CAJON ACCIDENT


October 6, 2011 (El Cajon ) – A motorist involved in an accident at Bradley and Magnolia in El Cajon this morning was combative towards California Highway Patrol officers and medics, according to the CHP website.

 

A nurse suffered bruising and the suspect was arrested in restraints on all four extremities, CHP reports.
 


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ACCIDENT TOPPLES POWERLINES IN CREST; SIG ALERT ISSUED

October 6, 2011 (Crest) – La Cresta Road is closed in both directions after a van struck a power pole and knocked down electrical lines into the roadway. A SIG Alert has been issued.  SDG&E has been called and power is out to a small number of residences (under 99) according to the SDG&E website.


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STARGAZING, POTTERY AND ANIMAL TRACKING CLASSES AMONG FALL OFFERINGS IN ANZA BORREGO

 

 

October 6, 2011 (Borrego) –If you plan to enjoy Anza-Borrego this fall, why not make your visit a learning adventure?  Deepen your connection to nature, strengthen your understanding of the environment, and of course, have fun.  The Anza-Borrego Foundation announces a variety of fall classes and tours in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.  For the full list, visit their website at http://theabf.org/events and scroll down for highlights.

 


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SDSU ALUM & PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAMER MARSHALL FAULT HOSTS AZTEC FOR LIFE HOMECOMING CELEBRATION OCT. 7

 

Event proceeds to benefit Aztec Club, the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA and other local San Diego organizations

 

 

October 6, 2011 (San Diego)-- The Marshall Faulk Foundation announces the fourth annual Aztec For Life Homecoming Celebration on Friday, October 7 from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center on the campus of San Diego State University.


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AN OASIS IN EAST COUNTY'S "FOOD DESERT?" BACKCOUNTRY COMMUNITY GARDEN CLUB MEETS OCTOBER 6

 

 Come get your hands dirty and show off your green thumb

 
 
October 6, 2011 (San Diego's East County) -- Rural areas in East County are considered a "food desert" by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, meaning low income residents have to travel long distances to access fresh foods. But that may soon change--since residents are cooking up plans to create  a community garden.
 
 
At the first meeting of the Backcountry Garden Club, 24 interested neighbors showed up. Julie Atherton with the Mountain Empire Community Center, said she expects to see at least double that number at the next meeting on Thursday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m.

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THEY’RE BACK: SDG&E HELICOPTERS ALLOWED TO RESUME POWERLINK OPERATIONS

By Miriam Raftery

 

October 4, 2011 (San Diego’s East County) – Arocles Aguilar, Assistant General Counsel at the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today sent a letter to Patrick T. Lee, vice president in charge of the Sunrise Powerlink project for SDG&E. The letter authorizes SDG&E to resume helicopter operations on the Powerlink project immediately.

 


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POVERTY RATE SKYROCKETS TO NEARLY 30% IN EL CAJON, RISES ACROSS COUNTY AND NATION: 22% OF U.S. CHILDREN ARE LIVING IN POVERTY

 

By Miriam Raftery

 

 

 


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IS LA MESA READY FOR THE NEXT 100 YEARS? SUSTAIN LA MESA FESTIVAL OCT. 8 AIMS FOR IT

By Kristin Kjaero

September 25, 2011 (La Mesa)--As the City of La Mesa prepares for its centennial in 2012, it is looking towards the future with the fourth annual "Sustain La Mesa” Environmental Festival as well as “Our Planet Our Home” K-12 Environmental Literacy and Art Contest, October 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Harry Griffen Park.

 The largest festival thus far is chock full of cutting edge information which can help you not only sustain the environment, but ultimately your budget as well.  Monarch butterflies will be released as a grand finale.


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COX ROLLS OUT WIRELESS PHONE SERVICE IN SAN DIEGO

 

MoneyBack Minutes feature a first among wireless carriers

 


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FREEWAY SHOOTING SUSPECT ARRESTED, CHARGE WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER


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