NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Drew Brees of three decades ago was disinclined to indulge fantasies of becoming a pro football star, believing instead that baseball was the sport he’d play in college. “Look, I was 6-foot, 170 pounds,” the New Orleans Saints’ career passing leader said in an interview with The Associated Press, recalling […]
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Calendar of events for the week of Aug. 7
8 Saturday: The Coronado Democratic Club will host San Diego City Council candidate Nicole Crosby and Jasmine Truong, campaign coordinator for Rep. Scott Peters, at its general meeting on Saturday, Aug. 8 in the Winn Room of the Coronado Public Library at 11 a.m. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. 11 Tuesday: A local farmers’ market […]
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Marine Corps says F-35B stealth fighter crashed in California, pilot ejected safely
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The U.S. Marine Corps says the pilot of an F-35B stealth fighter is expected to live after ejecting from the jet before it crashed in California. The jet went down on July 31 near the Miramar air base in San Diego. “The pilot ejected, was transported to a local medical facility […]
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Letter to the editor: The silly season has begun
Editor’s note: A previous version of this letter incorrectly spelled Mali Hinesley. The letter has been corrected. Ok, so this is just what I hate about party politics: The silly season has begun. By that I mean the election/politics cycle in Coronado. I read with dismay the article in The Coronado News about the ethics […]
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Pet of the week: Meet Queenie
Queenie is available for adoption at PAWS of Coronado. Staff members at the non-profit, which provides adoption and rehabilitation services to animals, said that Queenie is 14 years old and has a calm personality. Those interested in adoption can visit www.pawsofcoronado.org. Fostering, donating and volunteering are other ways to support the organization. All animals at PAWS […]
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Tatis makes spectacular catch to rob Devers of a 3-run home run
SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. made a spectacular leaping catch to rob San Francisco’s Rafael Devers of a three-run home run in the first inning of the Padres’ 4-1 loss on July 30. Devers did get a sacrifice fly, but Tatis added on to his impressive list of home […]
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A refresher on e-bike safety tips and rules
Coronado is a popular city for e-bikes, especially in the summer months. To refresh riders on the city’s rules for usage, a list of safety tips were included in a recent update from the City Manager’s Office. According to the city, e-bikes are allowed on roadways, bike lanes and designated bike paths. Riding on sidewalks, […]
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Calendar of events for the week of July 31
5 Wednesday: The Coronado Public Library, in partnership with the Coronado Island Film Festival, presents Film Forum Coronado, taking place the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the library’s Winn Room. Film expert Ralph DeLauro provides a brief introduction to each film and leads a discussion afterwards, often including pointers […]
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Former Chargers linebacker Billy Ray Smith Jr. dies at 64, family announces
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Former San Diego Chargers linebacker and college football hall of famer Billy Ray Smith Jr. has died. He was 64. Smith’s family said in a statement on July 29 that Smith died following a bout with CTE-caused dementia. “It is with profound sadness that we share the loss of our beloved […]
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Trump says he wants to honor California lifeguard who rescued boy from pounding surf
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A lifeguard who dove into pounding surf to save a boy in a dramatic rescue off the California coast has caught the attention of President Donald Trump, who said that he would invite him to the White House. The lifeguard, who has not been identified, is being hailed as a hero […]
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Caeleb Dressel surges to a 100m free win at US nationals in his fastest time since 2024
IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — Former Olympic champion Caeleb Dressel won the 100-meter freestyle at the USA Swimming National Championships on July 28 in his fastest time since the 2024 Olympic trials. The nine-time Olympic gold medalist clocked 47.70 seconds on opening night of the five-day meet in Irvine, California. It was Dressel’s first win in […]
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7-time NASCAR champ Jimmie Johnson reaches new milestone by adding a star to Hollywood Walk of Fame
LOS ANGELES (AP) — NASCAR Hall of Famer Jimmie Johnson has added another honor to his long list of achievements by becoming the first racer to put a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The seven-time series champion received his official spot for sports entertainment Friday. He is scheduled to make his final Cup […]
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City Council approves new sewer service charges
Coronado residents and businesses will see steep increases in sewage fees beginning next year as the city grapples with rising costs and failing infrastructure. The City Council voted July 21 to accept increased sewer service charges in order to start reaping the higher annual fees. These fees will go back to the city’s wastewater system […]
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Pet of the week: Meet Patsy
Patsy is up for adoption at PAWS of Coronado. Staff members at the non-profit, which provides adoption and rehabilitation services to animals, said that Patsy is looking for a family that will let her settle in at her own pace. Those interested in adoption can visit www.pawsofcoronado.org. Fostering, donating and volunteering are other ways to support […]
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Letter to the editor: Coronado City Council candidate introduction — Ricky Hoyt
Editor’s note: Ricky Hoyt filed for candidacy on July 23. The Coronado News will consider publishing one letter to the editor from each candidate running in the November elections. Submit letters, no longer than 700 words, to sofie@thecoronadonews.com by Oct. 1 for consideration. When the Navy brought me to Coronado in 2015 to serve at […]
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Calendar of events for the week of July 24
26 Sunday: Ron’s Garage band is scheduled to perform at Spreckels Park on July 26 at 6 p.m. as part of Coronado Promenade Concerts’ summer series. 27 Monday: Prepare for the SAT with Steve Reiss, owner of the Reiss SAT Seminars and the Math Magician, at the Coronado Public Library on July 27 at 6 […]