In the second scoring cluster of the Eastern League cross country season, the Islander girls’ team placed third behind La Jolla and Our Lady of Peace on Oct. 12. Coronado finished the season 4-2 with wins over San Diego, High Tech High (SD), Clairemont, and Crawford. Although the championship race is Nov. 2, it’s unlikely […]
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CHA’s Annual Fall Collections Benefit Luncheon set for Oct. 24
As the vibrant colors of summer give way to the warm hues of autumn, there’s no better time to celebrate and support the rich history of Coronado. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 24, the Coronado Historical Association (CHA) invites the public to come to the Coronado Cays Yacht Club for an […]
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Coronado Middle School students take part in pumpkin launch
Coronado Middle School STEM students showed off their engineering and design skills by building original launching catapults for the CMS “Pumpkin Launch Challenge” on Thursday, October 12. Over the past two weeks STEM students built their pumpkin launchers using a variety of metrics and materials. The catapults needed to launch and withstand the weight and […]
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Local calendar of events
Fall is in the air and so are plenty of local events to keep you busy. The Coronado Chamber of Commerce organized a few business networking opportunities in the next weeks. And, with the Coronado Island Film Festival quickly approaching, don’t miss out on events leading up to it. 18 Wednesday: FILM FORUM CORONADO will […]
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Coronado political clubs host speakers in October
The Coronado Democratic Club The Coronado Democratic Club is hosting Lorraine Esgate, co-chair of Reproductive Freedom For All, as its keynote speaker on Saturday, Oct. 14. The meeting is set to take place from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Winn Room at the Coronado Public Library. Esgate will share insights on the current landscape […]
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Pet(s) of the week: A couple of spellbinding felines need homes
Meet Hocus and Pocus. If you’re looking to get into the Halloween spirit these two ladies are the cats you want by your side. When they’re not playing a game of tag with each other, they’ll provide endless purrs and innumerable cuddles. They’ll probably even curl up on the couch with you while you watch […]
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Coronado Island Film Festival announces slate of programs
The Coronado Island Film Festival (CIFF) is kicking off its eighth year with a curated slate of immersive programming including studio and independent films, panels, parties and the premiere gala event: the Leonard Maltin Industry Tribute Awards Gala held at Loews Coronado Bay Resort. The five-day film festival from Nov. 8-12 will include more than […]
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Coronado Middle School honored for behavioral health
Coronado Middle School received a Silver Award for Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS) from the California PBIS Coalition. The award recognizes excellence in creating and implementing tiers of academic, behavioral and social-emotional supports for students. “I am so proud of the Triton community for working together to make this a reality! We are so […]
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Things to do in upcoming weeks
Looking for some fun, local activities in the upcoming weeks? Take a look at these community events: 13 Friday: The Coronado Historical Association is inviting the Coronado community to help tell and preserve a largely neglected part of the community’s heritage — the history of Coronado’s African-American community. This rich history, which spans over 135 […]
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Coronado News wins two national awards for sewage crisis coverage
The Coronado News for its investigation of the Tijuana sewage crisis took home two national honors at the fifth annual LION Local Journalism Awards ceremony Oct. 3 in Durham, North Carolina.
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Pet of the Week: Neo, a salt and pepper dog who needs a home
Meet Neo, a charming and lovable senior dog who never lets his age slow him down. Neo is a mixed breed with a soft, salt and pepper coat and wise, twinkling eyes that betray his lively spirit. Despite being a senior dog, Neo is still full of energy and spunk. He loves to play and […]
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Coronado girls cross country gets two wins, while boys split opener
Coronado’s cross country teams opened Eastern League competition on Sept. 28 with several wins at Morley Field. Coronado’s girls won both races with scores of 18-41 over San Diego and 15-44 over Crawford, according to Coach George Green. The boys split with a close 27-30 win over Crawford and a 19-40 loss versus San Diego. […]
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Department of Defense awards $1.5 million STEM grant to CUSD
Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) has awarded $1.5 million to the Coronado Unified School District. The Project SAIL: Stem Anchors Inspired Learning grant will focus on STEM-related learning opportunities (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), ensuring that all CUSD students develop a strong STEM foundation by the time they graduate, according to CUSD. “We are […]
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Things to do at Coronado Public Library in October
Here are some free events at The Coronado Library: 6, Friday: Listen to the beauty of the cello at 1 p.m. as Peter Ko takes the stage. Hear Bach’sSuite No.1, music from the Renaissance and more. Ko is a cellist based in San Diego. As a performer, his training and projects have taken him across […]
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Coronado senior Gabriel Langevin named National Merit Semifinalist
Coronado High School senior Gabriel Langevin has been named a 2024 Semifinalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program conducted by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Langevin is a stand-out at CHS, where he currently serves as the Academic League President, is an active member in National Honor Society, and a member of the Islander Beach […]
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“Little Women” go big on the stage at Coronado High’s CoSA
The Coronado School of the Arts (CoSA) is excited to bring the timeless tale of “Little Women” to the stage. The Musical Theatre and Drama Conservatory will perform “Little Women the Musical” at the Coronado Center for Performing Arts at 650 D Ave. in five shows: Friday, Oct. 27 to Sunday, Oct. 29; and Friday, […]