The Coronado Flower Show was founded in 1922 in the midst of trouble on the island. Residents came together to create a show that celebrates the artistic creativity and beauty of the community during a time when many needed a reminder. 102 years later, the show will return to Spreckels Park as the largest tented […]
Kylie Capuano
Kylie Capuano is a reporter for the Coronado News. She graduated from Point Loma Nazarene University in 2024 with a Bachelors in multimedia journalism. She was the Features Editor for PLNU's student newspaper The Point. She loves to write anything from fashion, to human-interest, to current events. In her free time, she can be found wandering the local beaches with her film camera in hand.
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Where to find game day specials in Coronado this Padres season
The San Diego Padres faced up against the San Francisco Giants for opening weekend, leaving baseball fans hungry for more. If a Petco Park hot dog can’t satiate that game day hunger, Coronado has it covered. Check out this list of Island eateries serving up specials all season long: Village Pizzeria 1206 Orange Avenue Coronado […]
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Spanish estate sells as most expensive home in Coronado’s history
The most expensive single-family home sold in February in all of San Diego County is located just off of Central Beach on F Avenue in Coronado. The 14,054-square-foot property is also the most expensive home to be sold in all of Coronado history. “Selling Sunsets” reality TV personality Jason Oppenheim at the Oppenheim Group, alongside […]
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Sewage protestors gather following additional funding from Congress
“What do we want? More funding. When do we want it? Now.” These words rang out just feet from the empty waters of Coronado Central Beach. Around 50 high schoolers, local officials and Coronadians held up signs that read “save our sea,” “students for safe beaches now” and “healthy ocean=healthy people,” on the same shore […]
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How to spend Easter weekend in Coronado
Whether a well-versed Coronadian on the island’s food scene or a visitor hopping into town, planning an Easter itinerary beforehand is a smart bet for the busy day. From holiday brunches to an Easter egg hunt, Coronado has all the ingredients for an eventful – and busy – day. So, grab a bag of Peeps […]
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CHS girls beach volleyball begins season with winning streak
Lydia Schutt can often read where her opponent is going to hit the ball before it even comes over the net. This skill, which has carried the sophomore to a 8-1 record in the top seed of five for her 2024 beach volleyball season, is something she picked up while playing as a defensive specialist […]
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38th annual Salute to the Military Ball coming to Coronado in April
Since 1985, the Coronado Chamber of Commerce has hosted military couples for an elegant night of dancing, eating and celebration at the Hotel del Coronado. On Saturday, April 6, the 38th annual Salute to the Military Ball will honor Coronado’s active-duty couples with this year’s theme, “CORONADO: Our City, Our Navy. Thank you for serving!” […]
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Coronado residents to release book on future of AI in the military
“Algorithms of Armageddon,” written by Coronado residents George Galdorisi and Sam J. Tangredi, is set to publish on March 12. The book provides an in-depth analysis on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on future wars from the two experts on the topic. Galdorisi and Tangredi each have an extensive background in national security and […]
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Coronado High boys volleyball begins season with young, promising team
The Coronado High School boys volleyball season is officially underway and Head Coach George Cavaco has high expectations for this year’s group. Cavaco has coached for Coronado High School since 2012. He said he sees this team as the one that will bring home a title – something that hasn’t been achieved since 2017, when […]
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Coronado Little League celebrates new season with opening ceremony
Coronado Little League (CLL) hosted their first annual opening night tailgate celebration, launching the 2024 season with a Kona Ice truck, pizza, snacks, photo booth and a first pitch from an MLB All-star. Bo Blumenthal, CLL board member, kicked off the opening night ceremony by introducing the Coronado High School Navy Junior ROTC Color Guard, […]
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Coronado girls soccer team concludes 2023-2024 season
The Coronado High School girls soccer team wrapped up their season on Feb. 21 after losing to the Mater Dei Catholic High School Crusaders in the semifinal round of the CIF Division 1 playoffs. The Crusaders scored their first goal about 20 minutes into the first half, placing pressure on Coronado from the beginning. “We […]
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PAWS of Coronado set to host third annual Ruff Run in March
The Pacific Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) of Coronado will be hosting their third annual 5K Ruff Run on Saturday, March 9, as a celebration for animal lovers and their furry companions. The proceeds from the event will simultaneously support community strays and relinquished animals, as all funds raised will be put toward medical, behavioral and […]
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Shane and Dante’s friendship; one that traverses spoken communication
Every night, Shane Mallory drives to the Villa Coronado Skilled Nursing Facility from Ocean Beach to go for a walk with Dante Hurteau, where Hurteau is wheeled out of the front doors in his hospital bed. Mallory drapes him in his favorite Flamingo blanket and they begin their stroll down to the ferry landing. His […]
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Coronado High girls soccer beats undefeated Patrick Henry Patriots
The Coronado High School girls’ soccer team caused a major upset on Feb. 1 when they beat the previously undefeated Patrick Henry Patriots. “We just went in, decided to keep it casual and not be serious, which took the pressure off ourselves because that was the first game we won in 10 games,” said senior […]
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Coronado High girl’s basketball team celebrates senior night
The Coronado High School women’s basketball team hosted their senior night for their two graduating players, Susanna Pate and Virginia Ryan, on Jan. 2 as they faced the Mission Bay Buccaneers. “I’m excited for it; I feel like I’ve been looking forward to this game all week,” said Pate. “I feel like it’s really special, […]
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Demonstration forms outside Hotel del Coronado for Awaken service
Before Awaken Church held its first “preview service” at the Hotel del Coronado on Jan. 28, around 50 protesters gathered near the hotel’s entrance, lining Orange and Adela avenues from 4 to 5 p.m. Michelle Bjorklund, a Coronado resident who helped organize the demonstration, stood outside the Hilton-owned hotel alongside protesters who chanted “no place […]