Humane Society takes in two wounded hawks

 The San Diego Humane Soci­ety recently took in two injured raptors with wounds consistent with gunfire. San Diego Humane Soci­ety’s Project Wildlife program brought in two hawks who were shot, underscoring the...

Playoffs take shape as regular season finishes

There are two weeks remain­ing in regular season play for the San Diego Section’s tackle football teams. Some schools only have one regular season game left. The new playoff format prom­ises to...

County food assistance program expands to new locations

By Cassie N. SaundersCOUNTY OF SAN DIEGO COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE  The County is planning to double its Safety Net Bridge Food Distribution sites, ex­panding access to essential re­sources for residents across the region....

A is for apple and October is for apple month

October is National Apple Month and an excellent time to find more ways to incorpo­rate this healthy food into your daily diet. This superfood is low in calories, high in fiber,...

Know red flag warnings of immigration scams

People seeking help with their immigration status deserve honest advice, trustworthy in­formation and a fair chance to understand their options. Un­fortunately, scammers see that need as an opportunity to steal money,...

Contenders emerging in race to football championships

The Grossmont Hills League football championship race has, not unpredictably, narrowed to two teams: the Granite Hills Eagles and Helix Charter Highlanders. Both squads once again picked up lopsided wins last Friday...

College equipment now open to highest bidder

Bargain hunters searching for a good deal on office equipment, double-sided stainless steel commercial refrigerators, dual fuel generators, sound mixers or laptops need look no further than their computer screen. The Grossmont-Cuyamaca...

Alpine Bike Challenge, faced treacherous weather this year

By: Lori Bledsoe The Alpine Sun By: Lori Bledsoe The Alpine Sun This year’s annual Alpine Bike Challenge was a true challenge due to dangerous weather conditions.  For the past fifteen years, the Alpine Kiwanis...

Places to go for a fireworks show by Christina Lancey

Unless someone has the proper permits, handling fireworks in the Golden State is illegal. In California the laws and regulations for fireworks are clas­sified by two categories: dangerous fireworks and safe and...

Environmental report comment open until February

The Alpine Park public review for Recirculated Draft Environmental Impact Report is now open. All comments on the Draft EIR must be received by the County no later than Feb. 14,...

Thought for the Week: Free to serve

Our topic this Sunday is Free to Serve. Being of service and serving is pivotal, I believe, in the human arena. What does it mean to serve? Back before I became...

Colleges open for bid-ness

If you’re in the market for a pommel horse, stethoscope or industrial refrigerator, the Grossmont-Cuyamaca College District may be the place for you. The district has launched its annual fall online auction,...

Lions Tigers & Bears mourns loss of young tiger

Tiger cub’s sudden passing is a major blow to the sanctuary       Alpine, Calif. - (January 19, 2016) - Bobbi Brink, Founder/Director of San Diego’s non-profit accredited sanctuary, Lions Tigers & Bears...

How families can cook together as they confront COVID-19

Families are spending more time at home than ever before. Stay-at-home guidelines have led ma­ny parents to expand their culinary horizons, and time in the kitchen can be made more enjoyable...
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