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Frosh phenoms are lacing up their skates in 2025-26 Metro Conference roller hockey season

Phillip Brents - 01/16/2026

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Familiar fragrance store opens new Chula Vista venue

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Celebrating crime fighters

Behind Police Lines Tom Basinski - 06/08/2013 0

Everyone knows law enforcement needs the cooperation of the public in the fight against crime. In my hometown of Flint, Mich. the mantra of the public is, “Snitches get stitches,” meaning...

FEMA aid tops $20 million in county

Chula Vista Albert Fulcher - 04/12/2024 0

The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, along with other federal, state, and local partners, have undertaken a community effort to support San Diego County...

Motorist claims fatal responsibility

Uncategorized Neal Putnam - 04/15/2017 0

A motorist charged with the hit and run death of Jose Luis Padron pleaded guilty April 6 to hit and run in the traffic fatality in Paradise Hills near National City. Padron,...

South County’s ‘Dream Girls’ spike opponents, reach CIF finals

High School Carlos Davalos - 11/28/2014 0

Whatever one may think of the San Diego Section’s new competition-based playoff system, make no mistake that it’s moved South County teams into the spotlight. This past weekend, three South County girls...

Haunted National City

Chula Vista Carlos Davalos - 10/26/2012 0

Halloween activities will invade National City as the fifth annual Tower of Terror haunted house takes place on Wednesday, Oct. 31. The event is brought together by the National City Fire Fighters...

Health check-up and COVID-19 vaccine best one-two punch to get healthy in wake of pandemic

Health Special to The Star-News - 09/10/2021 0

SAN DIEGO, AUGUST 16, 2021 — Have you seen your doctor lately? Over the past year, many people have missed routine exams, annual physicals, and important health screenings. Delayed checkups, combined...

If it’s December, it’s time for college bowl game matchups

College admin - 12/22/2025 0

AZTECS, LADEN WITH MW HONOREES, PRIMED FOR NEW MEXICO BOWL MATCHUP AGAINST MEAN GREEN From staff reports The Mountain West has announced its 2025 all-conference football team and players of the year, many...

Eagles de-claw Wildcats, 40-21, fly into uncharted territory

Uncategorized Phillip Brents - 12/02/2010 0

The Olympian Eagles ventured into uncharted air space — the San Diego Section semifinals — after defeating the visiting Brawley Wildcats, 40-21, in last Friday’s Division IV quarterfinals. The team’s 10th...

Final four performances of ‘Our Town’ set for Mayan Hall Theatre

Arts Staff - 11/15/2018 0

Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play is celebrating its 80th year of production. The current Southwestern College staging returns the play to its original roots. Wilder’s vision includes a bare stage with...

It’s CIF championship weekend for eight South County prep teams

Basketball Phillip Brents - 03/01/2018 0

It’s been a spectacular showing thus far by South County high school teams during the San Diego Section’s winter sports playoffs. It’s not over! Eight area teams earned the right to play for...

Directives can shine light on loved one’s wishes

Chula Vista Albert Fulcher - 05/05/2023 0

Planning ahead could save family and loved ones additional grief in times of stress and uncertainty. Advance care planning is a formal process focused on making your wishes known on how you...

Lancers rush past Norsemen, 27-13, to remain undefeated on season

Football Phillip Brents - 09/19/2019 0

The Hilltop Lancers have shown they can pile up offensive numbers in recent weeks; they also showed they can play defense in zooming to a 4-0 start to the season following...

Season isn’t quite over yet for high-achieving SWC men’s water polo team

College Carlos Davalos - 10/27/2011 0

The season isn’t quite over just yet for the Southwestern College men’s water polo team. At 5-11, the Jaguars have made tremendous progress in and out of the pool after last...

Is that candy or fentanyl?

Chula Vista Summer Stephan - 10/29/2022 0

This time of the year, when mystery and excitement culminate at Halloween parties and other celebrations, parents and teens need to be more aware than ever of how deadly narcotics are...

Rules refined

Chula Vista Carlos Davalos - 07/10/2014 0

Chula Vista City Council approved Tuesday the refinement of language to the provisions providing licensing and operational standards for adult businesses operating in the city. The purpose of amending the provisions is...

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Final four performances of ‘Our Town’ set for Mayan Hall Theatre

It’s CIF championship weekend for eight South County prep teams

Directives can shine light on loved one’s wishes

Lancers rush past Norsemen, 27-13, to remain undefeated on season

Season isn’t quite over yet for high-achieving SWC men’s water polo team

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