30 Friday: PAWS of Coronado is hosting a trick-or-treat event from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Oct. 30. Families are encouraged to stop by PAWS in a costume. Treats will be available for kids and dogs. 31 Saturday: Wear your costume and wander through Coronado collecting treats from local businesses from 3 to 5:30 p.m. […]
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Letter to the editor: Trustee Scot Youngblood endorses Peggy Duncan
As my four-year term as CUSD Trustee comes to an end, I would like to make a few reflections and offer an endorsement for your consideration. I never really planned to serve more than one term, with my departure coinciding with the graduation of our youngest child from CHS this past June. I remain a […]
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Letter to the editor: Peggy Duncan would be a tremendous asset to Coronado schools
I am writing to enthusiastically support Peggy Duncan for the Coronado school board. I recently had the opportunity to hear Peggy explain her background, experience, and goals for our schools, along with her positions on a wide range of issues. I came away deeply impressed by her knowledge, thoughtfulness, and common sense. Her presentation strengthened […]
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Letter to the editor: Council member Mark Fleming endorses Ricky Hoyt
Coronado is a special place, and choosing the people who will help guide our city is an important responsibility. I believe that understanding our community, appreciating its unique relationship with the United States Navy, and being willing to tackle difficult challenges are all important qualities in a City Council member. My wife, Rhonda, and I are fortunate […]
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Letter to the editor: Mal Sandie is right for Coronado
Mal Sandie, candidate for re-election to the Coronado Unified School District governing board, is right for Coronado. During this time when money is a big part of our political campaigns, Mal’s low-budget campaign is entirely self-funded. Why? He does not want even the appearance of favoritism. His brand of honesty and integrity, in addition to his […]
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Letter to the editor: Rebecca King is the clear choice for City Council
I am honored to write in support of Rebecca King for City Council. Endorsed by retiring Council woman Carrie Downey, Rebecca has demonstrated the knowledge, experience and dedication that uniquely qualify her for this office. During her time as a city attorney in Norfolk, Virginia, Rebecca oversaw municipal compliance with applicable laws and successfully secured […]
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King tides inundate streets and flood homes and businesses along both US coasts
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. (AP) — King tides have inundated parts of both U.S. coasts, flooding streets and sending seawater into homes and businesses in beach communities in California, Florida and the Carolinas. The tides began with the full moon the week of Oct. 26, forecasters said. King tides are caused by the gravitational pull and […]
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Californians revolt against police drones after rapid adoption across state
Public pushback over municipal police drones is boiling over across California, turning routine local policy hearings into high-stakes battles over the boundaries of neighborhood surveillance. The increasingly heated public debates are driven by landmark privacy litigation and a 2021 law that mandates explicit local board approvals for the use of “military equipment,” including drones. Those […]
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Editorial cartoon: Street sweeping
This political cartoon was created by Coronado local John Tato and submitted to The Coronado News for publication.
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Calendar of events for the week of Oct. 23
25 Sunday: The San Diego Flute Guild invites the public to their Fall Member’s Recital on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 2 p.m. in the Winn Room of the Coronado Public Library. The recital will conclude with light refreshments. 27 Tuesday: A local farmers’ market will be set up at the Coronado Ferry Landing from 2:30 […]
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An electric mini shuttle program is in the works and could be on the island next summer
After a successful pilot program in 2024, the electric mini shuttle program is set to return possibly as soon as next summer. No official decisions were made at an Oct. 20 meeting, but City Council members voted to consider renewing the program at a later date after more discussion. The shuttle, more widely known as […]
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Letter to the editor: John Duncan endorses Peggy Duncan for school board
I have known Peggy Duncan since the first week of law school at the University of San Diego School of Law in 1992. We married in 1998, and over these 34 years, I have had the privilege of watching her in her roles as a fellow law student, attorney, friend, sister, daughter, granddaughter, wife, mother, […]
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Letter to the editor: Peggy Duncan is well qualified for the school board position
I am pleased to endorse Peggy Duncan for the Coronado Unified School District board of trustees. Peggy is exceptionally well qualified for this position. She worked for many years with my daughter on behalf of children on the board of directors of Teen Volunteers in Action. She also served on both the Parents Association and […]
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Letter to the editor: Why Mal’s your man
Mal Sandie is running for re-election to the Coronado school board. He’s earned my vote and should have yours too! With a kid in school, I met Mal at a forum when he ran the first time. His calm voice of reason, leadership skills, and focus on cutting through the noise and preparing students for a successful […]
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Letter to the editor: Mal Sandie is a patriot, not a partisan
Joyce Murphy’s Oct. 9 letter calls school board trustee Malachy Sandie “way too partisan.” Readers deserve full disclosure, so let me start with mine: I am a member of the Coronado Democratic Club and serve on its executive board. These views are my own, not the club’s. Ms. Murphy signed her letter as “a Coronado […]
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Letter to the editor: The mayor’s title and the city’s seal are not campaign props
Every Coronado resident is free to endorse candidates. So is John Duncan. But no one, especially the mayor, should blur the line between private opinion and City Hall’s authority. This election season, like in 2024, that line has been blurred several times. What’s at stake? Since spring 2026, a 3–2 majority of Council members Carrie […]