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  • Military briefs Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:00PMPROGRAMS
  • Kayaker's account fuels worries about sharks off San Diego coast Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 9:17AMA shark warning in and around La Jolla is no longer in effect Tuesday. Lifeguards say it turns out many of the reported sightings were actually dolphins. But an Escondido kayaker is still staying out of the water.
  • Great White Shark Spotted Off La Jolla Shores Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 11:22AMThis is the second spotting of a Great White in one week. Great white shark - Shark - Fish - Biology - Great White
  • Stanford students to kayak down California coast Friday, June 25, 2010 @ 1:50PMBound by their love of the ocean and of surfing, three Stanford University students will depart Friday to kayak down the coast of California. Along the way, they will survey coastal ecosystems and interview people to try to grasp the changing ecology and human use of the coast. by Chris Kenrick
  • Father's Day: Don't forget Dad this Sunday Friday, June 18, 2010 @ 10:01AMFathers Day is the elusive holiday. Mothers are often pleased by a simple card and flowers. Birthday gift requirements can be seamlessly satisfied with balloons and cake. But finding the perfect gift for dad is a tougher task.
  • Vacation is back in vogue: Where are Americans going this summer? Saturday, June 5, 2010 @ 8:36AMSummer vacation bookings are already up from last year. What's the latest hot destination? Vegas, baby.
  • Sand, surf and sun Wednesday, June 2, 2010 @ 12:25PMDoes a short walk to the beach, surfing, kayaking or strolling on the sand sound good? If so, you must see this four-bedroom, four-bath home with its sunny patio where you can enjoy dining, relaxing and quiet conversations. Built in 1977, the home was designed by the architect for Kraft Foods for his family. Unassuming from the street, it is warm and welcoming as you enter. The living room and ...
  • Indulge in Californian serenity Thursday, May 20, 2010 @ 11:15PMAnd there can possibly be no better place on earth to experience heavenly solitude than La Valencia, a mere 20- minute drive north from San Diego.
  • Coronado Recreation Department Teen Programs Offer A World Of Fun Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 4:17PMLocal teens can chill out, camp, cook, learn the art of anime cartooning, design video games and produce digital films all without leaving the comfort of their home town thanks to the Coronado Recreation Department's teen programs.
  • Coronado Recreation Department Teen Programs Offer A World Of Fun Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 5:55PMLocal teens can chill out, camp, cook, learn the art of anime cartooning, design video games and produce digital films all without leaving the comfort of their home town thanks to the Coronado Recreation Department's teen programs.
  • Coronado Recreation Department Teen Programs Offer A World Of Fun Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 6:01PMLocal teens can chill out, camp, cook, learn the art of anime cartooning, design video games and produce digital films all without leaving the comfort of their home town thanks to the Coronado Recreation Department's teen programs.
  • Marine Life Protection Act panel selects hybrid Wednesday, November 18, 2009 @ 5:04PMWalking a tightrope between marine conservation and preserving ocean access, a five-member state Blue Ribbon Task Force last week chose a hybrid alternative to protect San Diego's coastline that lies between what fishing interests and environmentalists desired. Proposed for protection is a seven-mile, no-take zone from south La Jolla near WindanSea to Crystal Pier in Pacific Beach, which ...
  • Balance of marine rules Thursday, October 22, 2009 @ 8:56PMStrolling the sands or tide-pooling in Laguna Beach — not to mention fishing, surfing, scuba diving or kayaking — could be subject to future restrictions if the city’s coast is designated as a state marine reserve, as city officials are proposing.
  • Mari Katherine Raftopoulos: The best 4 years of your life Tuesday, September 22, 2009 @ 1:12AMAs a freshman, college seems endless, as if there is no deadline, and because of this an event or a goal is put off because there is four more years to complete.
  • Spots near water offer relaxation, wonder Saturday, September 12, 2009 @ 4:18AMAfter a taxing day at the office, Gina Alvarez often heads to Agua Hedionda Lagoon in Carlsbad to unwind by playing catch with her dog, searching for interesting rocks or just looking out at the expanse of calm water.
  • Kayak Guide Rescues Snorkeler Wednesday, June 17, 2009 @ 5:06PMA man from Michigan was caught up in a wave while snorkeling along La Jolla Shores. A kayak guide on her usual daily tour moved into "hero mode." Presented By: You Need the Speed of Norton 2009 Introducing the revolutionary Norton Internet Security 2009. With a one-click, one-minute install, under 7MB of memory usage and fewer, shorter scans, it’s the fastest security suite anywhere. Get your ...
  • Beach legends retire after 3 decades of saving lives Wednesday, June 10, 2009 @ 12:56PMSAN DIEGO - Jimmy Canale and Tom Thayer are retiring after more than three decades watching the waters and saving lives. The pair have a combined 66 years on the job and say they are leaving to avoid losing city retirement benefits, which are about to change. They say the farewell is bittersweet.
  • June 4 Crossword Contenders Monday, June 8, 2009 @ 8:50PMFlo Abena, Rancho Penasquitos, 22. AP Chem stands for "Ate Pocky." Mary Arana, Encinitas, 22. Royalty - great word card game. Shannon Barry, Pine Valley, 22.
  • Go Green for Mom Wednesday, May 6, 2009 @ 12:30PMForget the cheesy gift or boring brunch. A La Jolla company has a unique suggestion for Mother's Day that doesn’t need wrapping.