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Great Park
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Downtown - page 9
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Grand Jury
Tim King Salem-News.com
the 1,000 Dots
n an unprecedented, almost Karate move, three cities
W
e have been exploring the toxic mystery known as the
former El Toro Marine Corps Air Station for two and a
half years at Salem-News.com with a team of writers,
mostly comprised of former El Toro Marines including myself.
I
move from "black belt to "green" belt concept. Three
Cities are combining land around a river to make a
continuous park, including Banning Ranch.
The base was very active from the time it was built and Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach and Newport Beach
commissioned during WWII, until its controversial closure in officials are working to come up with ways to connect city
1999. What we learned just prior to the summer of 2008 was that and county parks that surround the Santa Ana River
over the years, the disposal method for large amounts of through common trails and signage.
carcinogenic chemicals was simply to pour them into the When, and if completed, the three cities’ parks and
ground. Over the years the chemicals some county park land would extend for 1,000 acres in
Honorable Harriett - page 15 increasingly infiltrated the groundwater
what could be Orange Coast River Park. To this end, the
aquifers, and today the deadly toxicity
Friends of Harbors, Beaches and Parks, a nonprofit
flows beneath Irvine City Hall, and entire
neighborhoods like Woodbridge. organization chartered to preserve and beautifying
Today, the city of Irvine, Lennar beaches, parks and open space in the county, recently
Corp. and the Great Park Corporation, formed a river park subcommittee.
are attempting to build a public area on Costa Mesa parks include Fairview Park and the
the ground that is heavily contaminated County's Talbert Regional Park. Some suggest about half
with the toxic aircraft degreasers TCE of the space of Newport Beach's Banning Ranch property
(trichloroethylene) and PCE (perchloroethylene) and several could be included in the river park project. Sunset Ridge
other dangerous and deadly substances. Park, which hasn't been developed yet, could also become
Their efforts are being met by increasing public awareness,
part of the river park, she said.
as groups like Salem-News.com, the OC Register and the OC
Weekly have maintained and even increased coverage of the
“It would be a better solution to all of the issues and
Profiles: Suzanne Beukema - pg 20 plans to build the Great Park and luxury homes on some of funding needs if the cities work together with the county,”
California's most dangerous ground. said Jean Watt, chairwoman of the subcommittee
Serious Allegations spearheading the project.
This week in the OC Register, "This is a extraordinary opportunity to improve a
Investigative Reporter Tony Saavedra wrote traditionally underused recreation amenity, The Santa Ana
about the Orange County Grand Jury's River trail, for the public. Our city is excited to be
investigation of "lax financial oversight in the
involved as a member of the OCRP. We are also working
$1.4 billion Great Park project", according to
with the tri-county group of government agencies and
documents obtained by The Watchdog[1].
community volunteers to improve the Santa Ana River
The article references a cursory audit by
Diehl, Evans & Co. that found "sloppy
Parkway Trail from the inception of the river in San
PERMIT NO. 438 accounting oversight" of the $11 million Bernardino County thru Riverside County to Orange
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA
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PAID
Just weeks ago the backhoes and vision that is finally happening and Surf City is happy to
US POSTAGE COMPLIMENTARY tractors were plowing the contaminated be a part of this great “team effort”. Jim B. Engle, Director,
STD
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Or, "When you thought I wasn't looking I be a good and Publisher
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a God I could always talk to, and I learned to I grow up. "
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(Just North of the HB Pier, Next to Strand)
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Wouldn't it
Wisdom Of an Older Man
An older man approached an
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Lasagna - Pasta - Salads T good note, I went To The 10th

Annual Surf City Splash at Pier
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exciting activity was featured on the
local CBS, NBC, ABC, and KCAL-TV
affiliates and videotaped by legendary
children are watching you and doing as you do, not as
you say.
When I thought she wasn't looking she saw me
you thought I
wasn't looking I
saw that you
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'Excuse me; I can't seem to find my
Huntington Beach International Surfing director/cameraman Matt Liffering for hang her painting on the refrigerator... I wonder if she cared, and I wife. Can you talk to me for a couple
of minutes?'
Call: 714-969-2553 Museum. More than 1,000 people
joined me as either splash participants
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Eyewitness News Orange County
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Beach City Councilman Joe Carchio,
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that will not disappoint.For many people, the priced.
benchmark for a good "Instead of Burgundy or
wine is price: If it costs Bordeaux, (try) Corbieres
more, it must be great. or Beaujolais," suggests
Inexpensive Unfortunately, that's
not the case. Choosing
Andrew Brooks, a wine
author and tour director
Wine: a good, well-priced
wine can be a
for Crush Niagara Wine
Tours in Niagara-on-the-
A Poor Man's challenging experience,

which is why many
Lake, Ont. And instead of
choosing something from
people are wary of the Napa Valley, Brooks
(woman's) Guide trying something new.
But life is too short
suggests trying a bottle
from Santa Barbara, Calif.,
to good Wine
Downtown Art Walk
to drink only one kind of or southern Washington state.
wine, say wine experts. So, At the same time, it never
ine Tasting Guide proclaims:
W Inexpensive wine does not have to

be mediocre or bad wine! When
to help you grow your wine
collection and tickle your
hurts to go with a region's most
popular type of wine. For
owntown Art Walk will kick off the New Year on Wednesday No Ka Oi, Petals on Sixth, The Chop Shop, Mangiamo Gelato Café,
first learning about
wine, one of the
hardest things to do is
palate, they've shared some
insider knowledge about
how to buy a well-priced bottle
that offers good value and taste.
example, California is known for
producing great cabernets, while
Australia is known for its shiraz.
Closer to home, Canada is known for its
D January 20 from 6 – 9 pm. The Huntington Beach Downtown
Business Improvement District (B.I.D.) is
excited to present this new program highlighting
Gallagher’s Pub and Grill, Fred’s Mexican Café, The Rock and Roll
Emporium and Shorebreak Hotel. Additional
locations will be added throughout the year.
to find truly great wines It's in the vines many talented local artists in some of the most Some of the artists featured for January include
Riesling, which ages well and pairs nicely
that don't cost you an arm unexpected spaces. Locations for the Downtown Bill Anderson, Joshua Serafin, Kelly Ingram, Lenora
If you don't know much with a variety of foods, making it an all-round
and a leg. Finding those Art Walk will vary each month as will the artists Regan, Robbie Gordon, Freddie Dominguez, Josh
about wine, going to a wine good buy. "It is world class in quality at the
hidden gems, those selected for presentation. The hosting businesses Lyon, Michael Barnard, Christian Zenger and Anita
store can feel like Russian $12 to $16 price point," says Brooks.
wines that fly under the and artists will be identified on a map that will be Brace. With over 12 art stops planned for January, the
roulette — what's inside the Wines that are harder to produce in a
radar and are worth much available at each art stop. Art Walk committee is delighted to see the
bottle is anyone's guess. A given region are more expensive than those
more than the general Guests are invited to enjoy an evening stroll enthusiasm expressed by both the hosts and the
good place to start is the that are easier to produce. For instance, pinot
public knows is a bit of an experiment. throughout the downtown, dropping in to meet the artists. The Art Walk will offer guests an
origin of the wine. noir is a finicky grape that produces a low
We all know that if you have a thousand artists and view their work. There is ample entertaining evening of fine art, great food and
One expert suggests starting with yield in Canada, so it is more expensive than
dollars to spend on a bottle, you can find a opportunity for food and beverage along the way, unique and creative businesses in Huntington Beach.
regions that produce loads of different a pinot from elsewhere.
great wine. as guests meander through Main ST, Fifth Street The Art Walk will continue each month on the
kinds of wine, such as France and Italy. In addition to understanding the vines,
The harder trick is to find a truly great and assorted locations. third Wednesday. For applications to be a host or a
But instead of choosing a it also helps to know a little about
inexpensive wine. After all, few of us are Art Walk hosts include the Huntington Beach Art Center, the Main participating artist, please visit hbdowntown.com. For additional
selection from the better- the vineyard.
St Branch Library, Makin Waves Salon, Triple Two, Altera Real Estate, information please call the B.I.D. office at 714.536.8300.
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Cindy Cross
Grand Jury Great Park Continued from page 1
issues and many other problems.
El Toro has another problem, one that came to
Cindy Says Connie's her girl; as Las Vegas Environmental Reporter Darcy Spears Moving farther backwards, the Irvine City
the forefront several years ago; radiation
contamination from U-235 Uranium. A doctor on a
some Merchants rally, too... used to say, into the otherwise blue and clear Orange
County air.
How has the group been using the funds so far?
Council is insisting that all of the problems were
"hammered out" in 2008, when the second phase of the
project, with a price tag of $28 million, was approved.
board overseeing the base after its closure said he had
proof of this, and then he suddenly died. It's a real
problem in these parts[4].
ack in 2006, then-Mayor, Dave Sullivan, Even last February, as I manned a booth for BID,” said Aaron Pai, of Huntington
B presented the idea of closing a couple of

blocks of Main Street to anything but
pedestrian traffic. Surveys conducted by the city’s
four consecutive freezing Tuesday nights, Main Surf and Sport, a Main Street staple
Street was bustling with shoppers and the restaurants since 1980. “She is a true leader and an inspiration.”
were full. It was a lovely sight to see. “The job of executive director is huge,” stresses
Well, they have managed to snag the attention of the
developers with discrepancies in travel expenses,
double-billing, (a serious criminal charge in some
cases) not carrying insurance for contractors, (those are
Then critics learned that Irvine had shredded draft
copies of the audit. It seems like the Irvine City Council
operates in dangerous water, in more ways than one,
and perhaps they do not realize that entire city councils
The toxic wasteland that is MCAS El Toro is on
a collision course with humanity, and the city of
Irvine is driving.
[1]Jan-8-2009 Great Park probed by Grand Jury–-
Conference and Marketing “Surf City Nights” is just one Kate Kirby, managing partner of The Rock and Roll the guys in the backhoes with clouds of swirling TCE- and county commission boards have been convicted again Tony Saavedra, Register investigative reporter
Bureau had consistently program of the HBDBID. Events Emporium. Amen, sister. laden dust filling their lungs), and also for changing and incarcerated before over the shady governmental [2]Jan-26-2009 Deadly Toxic Chemicals from El
shown that downtown include a chili cook off on Father’s In my real life (the one where I don’t write a orders without manipulation of taxpayer money. Toro Marine Base Affect Woodbridge in Irvine - Tim
ranked right up there with Day, “Taste of New Zealand, “ in column and people think I’m smart and talented), I am first seeking Saavedra's article states that multiple complaints King Salem-News.com
our Pier and beaches as a honor of one of our sister cities; the often hired to do events – lots of events – and I currently the proper were heard by the civil grand jury. Those include a [3]Jan-14-2009 'Larry Agran, Great Park
tourist destination. “Light a Light of Love” parade at serve in an executive director capacity for a local non- approval from letter from 13 October, 2009 from Ivan Marks, of Gangbanger: Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire?'Roger Butow for
The idea was wildly Christmas time, and of course the profit. Trust me, unless you’re fortunate enough to land staff. Huntington Beach. He wonders why, "Council Salem-News.com
popular with residents, but “Halloween” celebration. This last a gig directing the American Red Cross or Boys and The OC members would reject a follow-up audit — unless they [4]Fear and Loathing at MCAS El Toro: Report
some downtown merchants event draws so many costumed kids Girls Clubs, you’re never going to make six figures. Former El Toro
Marines Bob O'Dowd and R e g ister have something to hide." From the Restoration Advisory Board - Roger Butow
were less than enthusiastic. and their parents, it’s probably cleared It takes tremendous dedication and hard work to the article states Marks said during a recent interview, "I believe Salem-News.com
Eventually, a counter half the neighborhoods in town of point of exhaustion to head up a successful venture like John Uldrich, watch
construction operators tear that the the way they are blowing through all that money, it Also, our writers have generated over 50
proposal was submitted by the trick-or-treaters. This past October’s the Huntington Beach Downtown Improvement District a u d i t o rs will become a fiscal disaster to the county." Marks did reports on the problems at MCAS El Toro and Camp
Huntington Beach Downtown event seemed to be an overhaul of the and the many events that have made downtown so much up the most contaminated part
of the base. Salem-News.com hoped to receive a letter by the end of October advising that Lejeune N.C.
Business Improvement District previous years – and it was more fun – and prosperous – over the last few years. examine the their panel does intend to investigate; they will issue a They are listed chronologically at this link: Salem-
board that would close the first very much appreciated by It’s the kind of success story that touches the lives photo by Bonnie King
records more report by June. News.com El Toro articles
two blocks on Tuesday nights. all in attendance. of millions of residents and tourists every year and closely, but lo and behold, the Irvine City Council, with The bright spot in Irvine is Councilwoman Tim King is a former U.S. Marine with twenty
If this went well, it would be Of course, all this gives us new icons like “Surf City Nights,” to add some members closely associated with the Great Parks Christina Shea, who has been critical of the city’s years of experience on the west coast as a television
expanded to an additional doesn’t just happen. A lot another layer of character to our town. group, even sharing positions on boards, once again management of the project. Unique in her position, she news producer, photojournalist, reporter and
night, eventually adding more of people come together to And, with merchants who are eager to try new was able to halt the process. said she welcomed the grand jury probe. assignment editor. In addition to his role as a war
and more nights until the full- make it all work. One of and better ideas, and someone like Connie Pedenko The council may have grown a conscience; as “There are valid concerns, and we could be correspondent, this Los Angeles native serves as
time closure was achieved. them, Connie Pedenko, to drive the train, the possibilities for our beloved at least one councilmember has been critical of the looking at fraudulent behavior,” Shea said. Salem-News.com's Executive News Editor. Tim
Well, we never got past Executive Director of the downtown are endless. El Toro base redevelopment. They are divided over The head of this pack, Irvine Mayor Larry spent the winter of 2006/07 covering the war in
Tuesday nights, but from the BID is one of them. The information contained in this column does not the current matter, with some reportedly saying that Agran, who is also chair of the Orange County Great Afghanistan, and he was in Iraq over the summer of
very beginning, “Surf City Together, with her Board necessarily reflect the opinion of The Local News. "it would be too costly" and that it would "generate Park Corporation and an Irvine City councilman, 2008, reporting from the war while embedded with
Nights,” was a huge success. the hardwork, idea- more controversy". was unavailable for comment[3]. The Register also both the U.S. Army and the Marines. Tim holds
Today, it encompasses three full blocks that are generating, sparka of
Cindy Cross has been a columnist They sure got that one right, only they seem to tried to contact city spokesman Craig Reem, whose numerous awards for reporting, photography, writing
packed with a vast array of fabulous and fun foods, optimism and energy miss the fact that they are at the center of the job is to communicate with the media; he also could and editing, including the Oregon AP Award for Spot
clothing, gifts, plants, flowers, a wonderful Farmers needed some how or contributor for three other newspapers and controversy[2]. not be reached. News Photographer of the Year (2004), first place
Market, entertainment and – most significantly – alwasy happens. She, of is an active community volunteer. Her column It seems abundantly clear to this reporter that Many Marines who served at El Toro have died Electronic Media Award in Spot News, Las Vegas,
lots and lots of money-spending guests. course, credits her for the most part, the Irvine City Council is from illnesses connected, most likely, to the various (1998), Oregon AP Cooperation Award (1991); and
At least for the few hours each week that our “dedicated board of will appear in each issue of The Local News.
concerned with making money, not with the health toxic compounds that they encountered while serving several others including the 2005 Red Cross Good
Main Street is turned into a pedestrian-friendly directors,” and “hardworking ambassadors,” with the E-Mail Cindy at TheCrossExam@aol.com or well being of its citizens. here. Problems regarding the same pollutants is an Neighborhood Award for reporting. Serving the
promenade, outdoor dining is much more enjoyable, positive direction the downtown business district is Many future inhabitants of the Great Park will be ongoing daily occurrence in North Carolina, at Camp community in very real terms, Salem-News.com is
TheCrossExam
families feel much more welcome, and the vibe is going in, but she’s too modest. children; Irvine has blatantly denied and ignored the Lejeune. Men develop breast cancer, children are born the nation's only truly independent high traffic news
just…groovier. “Connie Pedenko is a major positive force in the future illnesses and deaths it will cause by not halting with illnesses that can be attributed to TCE. They range Website. You can send Tim an email at this address:
the base park/housing project immediately. from numerous types of cancer, to lower stomach newsroom@salem-news.com
Water Police Could

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Surfer Magazine names top 10 United
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States surf towns... but misses one! Get Hosed

urfersvillage Global Surf News, SURFER town should have made the list, while others will station.
S
n November 16th, the
Magazine ranks the Top Ten Surf Towns in
America. From the famous to the obscure,
the urban to the rustic; locales from around the
grimace with the thought of a sudden influx of
visitors in their local lineups. But we wanted to
celebrate America’s surf meccas, and motivate our
THE COMPLETE LIST:
1. Santa Cruz, CA O City of Huntington Beach

City Council adopted an
ordinance establishing a new
• Washing down hard or paved
surfaces is prohibited.
• Washing of vehicles requires
country were considered, debated, and disqualified readers to expand their horizons this summer.” 2. Haleiwa, HI water conservation and water the use of an automatic shut-off
supply shortage program. nozzle or bucket.

until only the best remained. Ultimately, the list accounts for styles, tastes, 3. Encinitas, CA
The water conservation • Excessive water flow or

For a town to make the list, criteria included and preferences of all types illuminating the true ordinance complies with water run-off is prohibited.
quality of life, variety and quality of surf, climate, variety of surf available to surfers in America. 4. Paia, HI region wide responses to • Leaks, breaks or
cost of living, access to culture, availability of Taking the coveted number one spot is Santa Cruz, the ongoing water malfunctions must be
5. San Clemente, CA
work, and even prevalence of sharks. Boiling the California, the real Surf City U.S.A., with its year- shortage situation in repaired within seven
thousands of miles of U.S. coastline down into a round surfable, if chilly, conditions and cultural 6. Kill Devil Hills, NC Southern California and days.
select group of towns wasn’t easy, according melding pot of educators, artists, life long surfers is in accordance with the • Water fountains
7. Malibu, CA Metropolitan Water or decorative
to SURFER editors. and everyone else in between.
“List-making of this sort is a bit of 8. Montauk, NY District of Southern water features
California’s (MWD) recent requires re-
a lose-lose proposition,” says Editor
in Chief Joel Patterson.
9. New Smyrna Beach, model water management plan. circulation systems.
The new ordinance take • Installation of single pass
“Some surfers will FL effect January 6th, 2010. The cooling systems is prohibited.
feel their greatest change in the new • Restaurants are to serve
10. Ocean
ordinance is that a number of drinking water only upon request.
City, NJ water use restrictions will be • Restaurants are required to use
permanent and effective at all water conserving dish wash spray
times. The focus and tone of the valves.
ordinance is to prohibit against • Commercial car washes must
water waste, and to encourage install re-circulating water
people to use water more systems.
efficiently. For more information and details
• Irrigation is prohibited between call the Public Works Utilities
9 am and 5 pm. Division at 714.536.5921
• Irrigation is limited to one day
per week during November (We were wondering if the City
through March. can give God a Ticket for watering
• Irrigation is limited to no more us 9 to 5 daily?)
than 15 minutes per day per
10 PS: The girl is from HB -that’s what counts - Picture Compliments of Surfervillage Global Surf News 11
yles
COL Robert L. Howard... Cong couldn't fest

Local Li
get him but Cancer did

July 11, 1939 – December 23, 2009 (aged 70) mission when it was attacked by an estimated 2-
OL Robert L. Howard. He enlisted in the Army company force. During the initial engagement, 1st Lt.
C at Montgomery, Alabama and retired as

Colonel. As a staff sergeant of the highly-
Howard was wounded and his weapon destroyed by a
grenade explosion.
t i o n s
classified Military Assistance Command, Vietnam –
Studies and Observations Group (MACV-SOG),
Howard was recommended for the Medal of Honor on
1st Lt. Howard saw his platoon leader had been
wounded seriously and was exposed to fire.
Although unable to walk, and weaponless, 1st Lt. Sha r i n g T r a d i
three separate occasions for three individual actions Howard unhesitatingly crawled through a hail of fire
during thirteen months spanning 1967–1968. The first to retrieve his wounded leader. As 1st Lt. Howard
two nominations were downgraded to the award of the was administering first aid and removing the
Distinguished Service Cross due to the covert nature officer's equipment, an enemy bullet struck 1 of the
of the operations in which Howard participated. As a
Sergeant First Class of the same organization, he
risked his life during a rescue mission in Cambodia on
ammunition pouches on the lieutenant's belt,
detonating several magazines of ammunition. 1st Lt.
Howard momentarily sought cover and then
Buon Appetito: Overall Rating:
December 30, 1968, while second in command of a realizing that he must rejoin the platoon, which had
Good food does not take the place of poor service anywhere
platoon-sized Hornet force that was searching for been disorganized by the enemy attack, he again that we know of in the restaurant business.
missing American soldier Robert Scherdin, and was began dragging the seriously wounded officer The first thing you learn about Ale and your Alessa
finally awarded the Medal of Honor. toward the platoon area. experience is that they are in the simple but authentic Italian
Howard was wounded 14 times during one 54- Through his outstanding example of food business coupled with the complete understanding that they Price Range: $$
month period during the Vietnam Conflict. He indomitable courage and bravery, 1st Lt. Howard know they are there to entertain you in the right way...make sure
received two Masters degrees during his government was able to rally the platoon into an organized your Breakfast on the weekend, lunch during the week or nightly Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
career which spanned almost 50 years. Howard retired defense force. With complete disregard for his dinner experience is a memorable, happy moment in your life.
as a full Colonel in 2006.[1] His Army career spanned safety, 1st Lt. Howard crawled from position to Ale even has his relatives working, all Parking: Street
professionally trained in the culinary arts. If Alessandro
1956 to 1992.[2] position, administering first aid to the wounded,
is not there ask for Angelo. Attire: Casual
According to NBC News, Howard may have giving encouragement to the defenders and Obviously, Alessandro has all the professional credentials
been the most highly-decorated American soldier directing their fire on the encircling enemy. For 3 some one would have to have to operate an eatery with his goals Good for Groups: Yes
since World War II. His residence was in Texas and he 1/2 hours 1st Lt. and standards. As a member of the Professional Italian Chef
spent much of his free time working with veterans at Howard's small force and supporting aircraft Association, Alessandro has been through a rigorous program of Good for Kids: Yes
the time of his death. He also took periodic trips to successfully repulsed enemy attacks and finally various classes and tests to ensure that his methods of cooking
Iraq to visit active duty troops.[3][4] were in sufficient control to permit the landing of follow the most authentic Italian techniques, as if he was actually Takes Reservations: Yes
Howard died of pancreatic cancer at a hospice in CITATION: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in rescue helicopters. 1st Lt. Howard personally preparing a meal for you in his native Italy. Delivery: No
Waco, Texas on December 23, 2009. He was survived by action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of supervised the loading of his men and did not leave the Special touch... Dishes include the very freshest
duty. 1st Lt. Howard (then Sfc), distinguished himself ingredients, organic choices when possible, free-range Take-out: Yes
three children and four grandchildren. bullet-swept landing zone until all were aboard safely.
while serving as platoon sergeant of an American- chickens for both entrees and their eggs. Extra virgin olive oil
Medal of Honor citation: The President of the 1st Lt. Howard's gallantry in action, his complete all imported from Italy Alessandro and his staff visit Tuesday Waiter Service: Excellent (Yes)
United States in the name of The Congress takes pride in Vietnamese platoon which was on a mission to rescue a devotion to the welfare of his men at the risk of his life frequent restaurants that are friendly, offer a variety of
presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR to FIRST
LIEUTENANT ROBERT L. HOWARD, UNITED
STATES ARMY for service as set forth in the following
missing American soldier in enemy controlled territory
in the Republic of Vietnam. The platoon had left its
helicopter landing zone and was moving out on its
were in keeping with the highest traditions of the
military service and reflect great credit on himself, his
unit, and the U.S. Army.
I choices and satisfying different meal size needs. Cuisine type
is secondary and can vary across many cultural and regional
lines. I enjoy restaurants that have diverse selections, friendly
night's Surf City Nights farmer's market vendors to purchase
locally grown vegetables.
Wherever I am in the world, Chicken Parmesan is my most
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
favorite dish. When I am very hungry -Alessandro's preparation Outdoor Seating: (Great
servers who enjoy and understand their job. Also, I only do "good" and presentation is award winning. Or, Butternut Squash Ravioli People Watching) Yes
Y HE B ORDER reviews; I like to leave all the bad news up to others.. with fried Sage, Seafood Pasta, house made and very thin crust
ENERG H OF T Cucina Alessa like so many of my favorite eateries cannot be pizzas. Alessa uses little to no butter, and pasta is freshly Good for: Breakfast, Lunch,
SOUT reviewed without beginning with the owner/chef. Alessandro! homemade. Good news for me...Alessa offers a large selection of Dinner - see details
Alessandro Pirozzi, Owner and Chef at Cucina Alessa, grew wines, as well as a full bar. Best part, a price and
up in Italy. Early on, his grandmother took him into the kitchen to taste to meet every budget and palette. Cucina ALESSÁ Alcohol: Full Bar
teach him how to cook. His passion for food became a way of life. HB GOLD PREMIUM CONSUMER 520 Main Street
Coming from a family of restaurateurs, Alessandro launched his CARD entitles you to 15% off your food items, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
career and has been making others happy for over 22 years. Tuesdays. Soon to be announced Happy Hour (cross streets are Main & 6th St.)
Alessandro opened his second restaurant, this time in surprises coming soon. Tel: (714) 969-2148
Huntington Beach after rave reviews of his Newport Beach Alessandro, his staff, food selections and To-go: (714) 969-2147
eatery. Cucina Alessa and Ale have rapidly become part of the preparation is worthy of our Five Surf Board http://www.cucinaalessa.com
Huntington Beach landscape. Plus, it's all about family, the Overall Rating...and worthy of you trying this Open hours:
kitchen, good food...and of course whoever trains his servers local eatery. We are fortunate to have Alessá in Sun-Thursday 11:00AM - 10PM The
should teach a graduate program....they have mastered the art of Huntington Beach. I think Ale is fortunate to Fri-Sat 11:00 AM – Midnight
understanding that the order of business is service, quality, have a lot of great people looking for a nice, Breakfast served on weekends Local
fun and affordable experience as his customers. at 8:00 AM News

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Every Car &
e o f t h e The Honorable Harriett Wieder
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he Hon. Harriett M. Wieder, Born: Harriett Wieder Charitable & Educational
Discounted at
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T Toronto, Canada, Oct 7, 1920; Died:
Newport Beach, Ca. Jan 11, 2010
Harriett recently entered Hoag Hospital with
Foundation, Founder & Chairperson of The
Bolsa Chica Conservancy, and benefactor to
The Boy Scouts of America, to name just a few.
a respiratory ailment. Monday night at 6:30 PM, There is a Huntington Beach City Park as well
Every Day! she passed away of heart failure. Last year she
was involved in a car accident that she was unable
as a Orange County Regional Park named in
her honor. She is Loved.
to fully recover physically. She remained engaged Growing up in Detroit, Michigan, she met
in many activities, keeping her mind sharp and and married Irving Wieder in 1941. Three
benefiting local and national organizations. years later, they moved to California, where
President of Linkage, a public affairs consulting Irv started a successful import business. The
Chimayo New Color Ad TK agency she founded in 2005, after serving in
public office over 30 years.
Wieders had two children, Leland and Gayle.
As the family grew up, Harriett became
Harriett was the first woman elected to the involved in community organizations such as
Orange County Supervisor, as well as the first B'nai B'rith, the PTA and many local causes.
Chairwoman. She served 16 years. Prior, she From there she began her second career-
served as Mayor and Council member of Politics. She affectionately called Irv her
Huntington Beach. She started her political career "secret weapon" as he delighted in getting her
in Los Angeles with Mayor Sam Yorty. With a elected. Irv died six years ago from a fall.
passion for politics, an innate understanding of Harriett is survived by her daughter Gayle
business, and a heart filled with Philanthropic Wieder-Tauber and son-in law, Phil Tauber,
spirit, Harriett was a dynamic and positive force son Leland and daughter-in-law, Diane
in our community. During her political journey, Wieder. Plus many grandchildren and even
she raised two children, affected areas such as great-grandchildren. Harriett authored her life
health care, trade, education, and the story in a book "BREAKING THROUGH".
environment. Her philanthropy includes The She will be missed.
NOMINATE: 2010 - Secretary of Defense Support Freedom Award

he final days for California Guard and Nominations will be accepted at www.Freedom Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs Dennis
T Reserve members and their families to

nominate supportive employers for the
2010 Secretary of Defense Employer Support
Award.mil through January 18, 2010.
The fifteen 2010 recipients will be announced
in the spring and honored in Washington, D.C. at the
McCarthy presented the awards at a ceremony
attended by members of Congress, senior
government and military leaders from all Guard and
Freedom Award. With 117 nominations from 15th annual Secretary of Defense Employer Support Reserve components.
California already submitted, Employer Support Freedom Award ceremony on September 23, 2010. For questions regarding the Freedom
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untington Beach, CA, December 1, 2009: How
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and Dad? On Sunday, January 31, 2010,

residents of Huntington Beach will have the opportunity

to see how St. Bonaventure School defines it. A
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has provided a safe, structured, nurturing environment
where students receive an outstanding academic, faith-
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Local Interview / Business - Personal Profile:
Suzanne Beukema - Suzanne's Catering & Event Planning Co. "The budget should be balanced, the Treasury should be refilled, public
Name : Suzanne Beukema
debt should be reduced, the arrogance of officialdom should be
Phone ( 714 )960-9197
Address 9121 Atlanta Ave. #227, HB, CA 92646 tempered and controlled, and the assistance to foreign lands should be THE PLACE TO WATCH SUN
FAX : 714- 968-6053
curtailed lest Rome become bankrupt. People must again learn to work, & MON NIGHT FOOTBALL
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Company Name: Suzanne's Catering & Event Planning Co. instead of living on public assistance." - Cicero, 55 BC • Drink Specials
Position (Title) Owner
Evidently nothing • Free Food (Pizza and Subs)
Education Level or Degree: BA Degree (CSULB) • Free Prize Raffles
Hometown: San Pedro, CA • Open @ 10:00am Sunday
Where do you currently live? How long have you been
there? Huntington Beach - 23 years Local Church Directory January Line Up
• Family Owned and Operated 1/1 - 9pm . Rum Soaked Raisins
Describe your family (Spouse/Children): Husband Phil, • Servicing all Cemeteries Dennis James Gallagher
daughter Alyson, son Bryan
Describe one business goal for the year 2010. “Expand my
business by 20%”
personal
life: “Been in business for
over 22 years and feel very blessed to have a
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Linda Joy Gallagher
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1/2 - 9pm . . . . . .Parkai Moon
1/7 - 8pm . . . . . . . .Jam Night
1/8 - 9pm . . . . . . . . .Exquisite
Summarize one personal goal for the year 2010: “Eat loving family, a church home, great friends and a Service Without the High Cost www.heritagememorialservices.com 1/9 - 9pm . . . . . DJ Angie Vee
Healthier and lose weight wonderful community in which to live!” Board Member California Hospice Foundation
1/14 - 8pm . . . . . . Jam Night
Describe your business, product, or service: “Catering and Our take! Suzanne has been a friend, business associates, Faith Church Street Address City Telephone Website
event planning” Anglican All Saints Church 18082 Bushard St F.V. (714) 963-3801 www.Allsaintsanglican.Com 1/15 - 9pm . . . . . .Showkillers
co-volunteer with us at The Local News for a long time. Her
What is your favorite Local Restaurant? “Zimzala friends and her clients, many the same, have one word for
Apostolic Apostolic Church 8221 Newman Ave H.B. (714) 843-6191 - 1/16 - 9pm . . . . . Kenny Hale
Assemblies Of God Fountain Spring Church 6462 Industry Way Ste B Westmn. (714) 934-8581 www.Fountainspring.Org
and Shades” her…professional. A true party-pleaser from start to finish. She Assemblies Of God His Place Christain Fellowship 7751 Glencoe Ave H.B. (714) 375-5886 www.Hisplace.Com/Hpcf/ 1/21 - 8pm . . . . . . .Jam Night
prepares thousands of meals per year, one client with 1,200 Assemblies Of God Cornerstone Christian Fellowship 17575 Euclid St F.V. (714) 962-5412 www.Cornerstonefv.Com 1/22 - 9pm . . . . .Soccer Mom
What charities do you support and why? “HB Rotary
guests, three time a year. Suzanne volunteers on Sundays and Baptist Calvary Baptist Church 8281 Garfield Ave H.B. (714) 962-6860 www.Cbchb.Org
Club, Women Helping Women, Bread of Life Baptist Central Baptist Church 7661 Warner Ave H.B. (714) 848-5511 www.Cbc-Hb.Org 1/23 - 9pm . . . . . . .Slingshot
feeds over 100 homeless people per week at her Church as well.
(feeding the homeless), Paws For Cause, Baptist Hillcrest Missionary Baptist 8221 Newman Ave H.B. (714) 841-1003 -
Her favorite meal is her signature dish, seared scallops with a 1/28 - 8pm . . . . . . .Jam Night
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Christ Baptist H.B. Baptist Church 8121 Ellis Ave H.B. (714) 842-0975 www.Hbbc4CHRIST.Org
lime hollandaise foam. Her grilled lobster -date skewers are often Baptist Seabreeze Community Church 19891 Beach Blvd Ste 139 H.B. (714) 969-7622 www.Seabreezechurch.Com 1/29 - 9pm . . . . Warner Drive
Presbyterian Church”
ordered by her clients. Baptist Shorelife Church 4952 Warner Ave Ste 320 H.B. (714) 799-5433 www.Shorelife.Org
How do you volunteer? “I give of my time, donate Baptist Warner Baptist Church 7360 Warner Ave H.B. (714) 847-7050 www.Warnerbc.Com 1/30 - 9pm . . .Mumbo Jumbo
PS: the other woman in the photo(l) is Carrie Fisher,
products/services (min. 15 hours/week)” Baptist Coastal Community Fellowship 10460 Slater Ave F.V. (714) 963-9708 www.Coastalcommunityfellowship.Com
Princess Leia in Star Wars (Debbie Reynolds Daughter). Suzanne Baptist Beachpoint Church 17415 Magnolia St F.V. (714) 847-3573 www.Firsthbfv.Com
Tell us about your business, company and/or your was hired to be a food stylist for a photo shoot in Carrie's home Baptist First Chinese Baptist 16835 Brookhurst St F.V. (714) 964-6899 www.Fcbcfv.Org
and since then they have been friends. Baptist Huntington Valley Baptist 9779 Starfish Ave F.V. (714) 968-2248 www.Huntingtonvalleybaptistchurch.Com
Baptist-Southern Shoreline Baptist Church 10350 Ellis Ave F.V. (714) 968-4222 www.Shorelinebaptist.Org
A tip of our hat to Suzanne from The Local News Baptist-Southern Turning Point Christian PO Box 8367 F.V. (714) 757-8723 www.Tpcf.Org
Calvary Chapels Calvary Chapel H.B. 7800 Edinger Ave H.B. (714) 891-9495 www.Cchb.Org
Calvary Chapels Calvary Chapel Beachside 19400 Beach Blvd Ste 26 H.B. (714) 465-3000 www.Calvarybeachside.Com
Catholic Roman St. Bonaventure Church 16400 Springdale St H.B. (714) 846-3359 www.Stbonaventure.Org
Catholic Roman St. Mary's By The Sea 321 10th St H.B. (714) 536-6913 -
Catholic Roman St. Vincent De Paul 8345 Talbert Ave H.B. (714) 842-3000 www.Svdphb.Org
Catholic Roman Saints Simon & Jude 20444 Magnolia St H.B. (714) 962-3333 www.Ssj.Org
Catholic Roman
Christian
Christian
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
First Christian Church
Stonebridge Christian Church
17270 Ward St
1207 Main St
5555 McFadden Ave
F.V.
H.B.
H.B.
(714) 963-1811
(714) 536-2589
(714) 897-3583
www.Hsccfv.Com
www.Fcchb.Com
www.Stonebridgecc.Org
Adult
Christian Science First Church of Christ, Scientist 810 Olive Ave. H.B. (714) 536-9707 -
Huntington Beach
Church Of Christ Church Of Christ 301 Huntington St H.B. (714) 536-7212 www.Hbchurchofchrist.Com
Church Of God Living Waters Of Christian Fellowship 9801 Talbert Ave F.V. (714) 963-8131 Http://www.Lwcf-Cog.Org/
LDS 1st Ward Huntington Beach 8702 Atlanta Ave H.B. (714) 960-6886 www.Lds.Org
Adult School
LDS 2nd Ward Huntington Beach 5402 Heil Ave H.B. (714) 960-6886 www.Lds.Org
LDS 3rd Ward Huntington Beach 19191 17th St H.B. (714) 846-9247 www.Lds.Org
LDS 4th Ward Huntington Beach 8702 Atlanta Ave H.B. (714) 960-3335 www.Lds.Org
Program for
LDS 5th Ward Huntington Beach 6531 McFadden Ave H.B. (714) 891-4568 www.Lds.Org

LDS 6th Ward Huntington Beach 5402 Heil Ave H.B. (714) 840-5989 www.Lds.Org
LDS 7th Ward Huntington Beach 19191 17th St H.B. (714) 842-7200 www.Lds.Org
Older Adults
LDS 8th Ward Huntington Beach 8702 Atlanta Ave H.B. (714) 969-2452 www.Lds.Org
LDS 9th Ward Huntington Beach 5402 Heil Ave H.B. (714) 840-8366 www.Lds.Org
LDS 1st Ward Fountain Valley 17500 Bushard St F.V. (714) 962-4962 www.Lds.Org
LDS 2nd Ward Fountain Valley 17500 Bushard St F.V. (714) 847-2765 www.Lds.Org
Congregational Empty Cross Of Salvation Samoan 17791 Newland St H.B. (714) 848-0162 -
Episcopal
Evangelical Free
St. Wilfrid's Episcopal Church
Evangelical Free Church Of HB
18631 Chapel Ln
1912 Florida St
H.B.
H.B.
(714) 962-7512
(714) 536-1439
www.Stwilfridschurch.Org
www.Efchb.Org
FREE to Seniors 55+
Family Bible Robinwood Church 5172 McFadden Ave H.B. (714) 421-8130
Foursquare Gospel
Foursquare Gospel
Foursquare Gospel
Hope Chapel HB
Coastland Foursquare Church
Ohana Fellowship
715 Lake St
19891 Beach Blvd Fl 2
PO Box 5125
H.B.
H.B.
H.B.
(714) 536-1614
(714) 969-1190
(714) 378-3950
www.Hopechapelhb.Org
www.Coastland.Org
www.Ohanachristianfellowship.Com
Offering low-
Interdenominational Harbour Community Church 8200 Ellis Ave H.B. (714) 536-5019 www.Harbourcommchurch.Org
Jewish Synagogue
Lutheran
Congregation B'nai Tzedek
Faith Lutheran Church
9669 Talbert Ave
8200 Ellis Ave
F.V.
H.B.
(714) 963-4611
(714) 962-5571
www.Cbtfv.Org
www.Faithhb.Org
cost Medical
Lutheran Grace Luthern Church 6931 Edinger Ave H.B. (714) 897-0361 www.Gracehb.Org
Assisting
Lutheran Lutheran Church Of Resurrection 9812 Hamilton Ave H.B. (714) 962-5005 www.Resurrectionlutheran.Net
Lutheran Redeemer Lutheran Church 16351 Springdale St H.B. (714) 846-6330 www.Redeemer-Lutheran.Net
Lutheran King Of Glory Lutheran Church 10280 Slater Ave F.V. (714) 963-5649 www.Kogchurch.Org
Nazarene
Non-Denominational
Huntington Beach Community Church
Beach Cities Community Church
8101 Slater Ave
9872 Hamilton Ave
H.B.
H.B.
(714) 847-3050
(714) 698-0668
www.Hbcc.Org
www.Beachcities.Org Classes.
Non-Denominational Community Bible Church 401 6th St H.B. (714) 536-4255 www.Cbchb.Com
Non-Denominational Coastview Christian Fellowship 5102 Argosy Ave H.B. (714) 895-7979 www.Coastview.Org
Non-Denominational
Non-Denominational
God's House
Hope Chapel Orange Coast
1905 Main St
16843 Pine Cir
H.B.
F.V.
(714) 596-7700
(714) 378-0733
www.Godshousehb.Com
www.Hopeoc.Org
Front & Back Office
Non-Denominational
Non-Denominational
Pacific Coast Community Church
Pierpoint Community Church
17581 Newland St
1706 Orange Ave
H.B.
H.B.
(714) 847-5070
(714) 843-9665
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www.Pierpointchurch.Com Just Call
(714) 847-2873
Non-Denominational Seaside Community Church 9300 Indianapolis Ave H.B. (714) 968-9884 www.Seasidehb.Org
Non-Denominational Pacific Christian Fellowship 8091 22nd St Westmn. (714) 751-5514 -
Orthodox Jewish Congregational Adat Israel 5052 Warner Ave H.B. (714) 846-2285
Presbyterian
Presbyterian
Christ Presbyterian Church
St. Peter's By The Sea
20112 Magnolia St
16871 Bolsa Chica St
H.B.
H.B.
(714) 968-4940
(714) 846-6641
www.Cpchb.Org
www.Stpeters.Presbychurch.Org
for more information.
Religious Science Church Of Religious Science 7641 Talbert Ave H.B. (714) 596-0900 www.Hbcrschurch.Org
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United Methodist
United Methodist
United Methodist
Community United Methodist Church
First United Methodist Church
Fountain Valley United Methodist Church
6652 Heil Ave
2721 Delaware St
18225 Bushard St
H.B.
H.B.
F.V.
(714) 842-4461
(714) 536-3537
(714) 962-2593
www.Cumchb.Org
www.Gbgm-Umc.Org/Firstca004
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EarthTalk
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Environmental
Magazine
Claim: Cambell had no taste
Huntington Beach woman charges Surf City be bogus...
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A with bad taste! She says she lost her sense of
taste and smell after a bicycle crashed into her . by Susan Johnson information. Do not give your Social Security
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: Years
ago I read that children
“won’t cause any physical damage to your eyes.” He
adds, however, that a lot of TV watching can surely
cause eye strain and fatigue, particularly for those
that the world is scary and that something bad will
happen to them.” Nemours also finds that TV
characters often depict risky behaviors (like smoking
Janice Campbell, 46, filed a claim alleging she was
"severely injured" Was there insufficient "lag" time
between the red light for traffic and the walking signal for
pedestrians? We will soon know.
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ith the U.S. Census process
beginning, the Better Business
Bureau
advises people to be
(BBB)
number, credit card or banking information to
anyone, even if they claim they need it for the
U.S. Census.
While the Census Bureau
should be kept at least sitting very close and/or watching from odd angles. and drinking) and also tend to reinforce gender-role
two feet from the television because of But there is an easy cure for eye strain and and racial stereotypes.
Campbell wants $10,000 plus in this messy soup
mix up.. We are told that there are at least 57 different cooperative, but cautious, so REMEMBER, might ask for basic financial
harmful electronic emissions. Is this fatigue: turning off the TV and getting some There has also been much debate in recent years varieties of pedestrian / biker accidents and this one will as not to become a victim of information, such as a salary
still relevant? Is there a difference rest. With a good night’s sleep, tired eyes on the effects of TV viewing on infants. A 2007 Seattle just have to simmer for a while. fraud or identity theft. The NO MATTER range, YOU DON'T HAVE TO
regarding this between older and should quickly return to normal. Children’s Research Institute study found that for first phase of the 2010 U.S. ANSWER ANYTHING AT
new flat-screen models? - Horst E. Debra Ronca, a contributor to the every hour per day infants spent watching baby DVDs Just in case you are traveling Census is under way as
WHAT THEY ALL ABOUT YOUR
Mehring, Oconomowoc, WI How Stuff Works website, argues that and videos they learned six to eight fewer new
s part of a regular review of store performance, workers have begun verifying
ASK, YOU FINANCIAL SITUATION.
Luckily for many of us and
our kids, sitting “too” close to the
TV isn’t known to cause any
human health issues. This myth
some parents might be putting the cart
before the horse in blaming close-up TV
watching for their child’s vision issues.
“Sitting close to the television may not
vocabulary words than babies who never watched the
videos. But a 2009 study by the Center on Media &
Child Health at Children's Hospital Boston found no
negative cognitive or other impacts whatsoever on
A Macy's will be closing five locations. The
following Macy's outposts will be shuttered:
Downtown Boise, ID; Summit Place Mall, Waterford, MI;
the addresses of households
across
Eventually,
the
more
country.
than
REALLY ONLY
The Census Bureau will not ask
for Social Security, bank
account, or credit card numbers,
prevails because back in the 1960s make a child nearsighted, but a those infants exposed to more television than less.
Northwest Plaza, St. Ann, MO; Downtown Missoula, MT;
and Burlington Center Mall, Burlington, NJ.
140,000 U.S. Census NEED TO TELL nor will employees solicit
General Electric sold some new- child may sit close to the While it may be inevitable that your kids will workers will count every donations. Any one asking for
person in the United States THEM HOW that information is NOT with the
New Real Estate Hiring
fangled color TV sets that television because he or she is watch TV, the key, experts say, is moderation. Limit
emitted excessive nearsighted and kids’ exposure to screens of any kind, and monitor and will gather information Census Bureau.
amounts of radiation— undiagnosed,” she reports. “If what they are allowed to watch. As KidsHealth points ew real estate Real estate brokerage firm hiring MANY PEOPLE
N about every person living at AND REMEMBER, THE
as much as 100,000 your child habitually sits too out, parents should teach their kids that the TV is “for 200 to 300 agents for their newly-opened each address including name, CENSUS BUREAU HAS
times more than close to the television occasional entertainment, not for constant escapism.” operation. age, gender, race, and other LIVE AT YOUR DECIDED NOT TO WORK
federal health officials for comfort, get his CONTACTS: American Academy of Apparently, one RE firm believes that a new type
relevant data. WITH ACORN ON
considered safe. GE or her eyes Ophthalmology, www.aao.org; How Stuff Works, of real estate agent is ready to take over – people who are
The big question is - how
ADDRESS. GATHERING THIS
quickly recalled and tested.” www.howstuffworks.com; KidsHealth, tech-savvy and experienced. It makes sense, but it takes ll
repaired the faulty O f www.kidshealth.org; Seattle Children's Research types to make any business work because there are many do you tell the difference INFORMATION. No Acorn
TVs, but the stigma course, Institute, research.seattlechildrens.org; Center on different client needs as well...how about the soft sell, between a U.S. Census worker and a con artist? worker should approach you saying he/she is
lingers to this day. excessive TV Media & Child Health, www.cmch.tv. confidence builder? BBB offers the following advice: with the Census Bureau.
But even viewing by kids The office in Laguna Niguel serves as the If a U.S. Census worker knocks on your Eventually, Census workers may
though electronic can cause health The information contained in this column does not company's corporate headquarters. The company, which
necessarily reflect the opinion of The Local News.
door, they will have a badge, a handheld device, contact you by telephone, mail, or in
emissions aren’t an problems indirectly. got its start in Las Vegas, has more than 2,000 agents
a Census Bureau canvas bag, and a person at home. However, the Census
issue with TVs made any According to the Nemours SEND YOUR ENVIRONMENTAL QUESTIONS TO: working in Arizona and Nevada. They say that in 2010,
they plan to open additional locations in Huntington confidentiality notice. Ask to see their Bureau will not contact you by Email, so be
time after 1968 (including Foundation’s KidsHealth website, EarthTalk®, P.O. Box 5098, Westport, CT 06881.
Beach, Los Angeles, and Corona. identification and their badge before answering on the lookout for Email scams
today’s LCD and plasma flat screens), children who consistently watch TV more than four earthtalk@emagazine.com. Read past columns at:
what about causing harm to one’s vision? Dr. Lee hours a day are more likely to be overweight, which in Bottom line, low fee structure, less for the their questions. However, you should never impersonating the Census.
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Duffner of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and of itself can bring about health problems later. is now a book! Details and order information at: owner/Broker, more for the agent, they say. invite anyone you don't know into your home. Never click on a link or open any
isn’t concerned, maintaining that Also, kids who watch a lot of TV are more likely to www.emagazine.com/ earthtalkbook. Realty ONE Group is at 23811 Aliso Creek Rd. For Census workers are currently only attachments in an Email that are supposedly
information, call the is at 949-300-9800. knocking on doors to verify address from the U.S. Census Bureau."
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a hot skillet. Everybody was laughing,
National Hobby Month

Surfing?
the world. Their decision to make the
cash prize $100,000 (top male surfer)
K... January is National Hobby Month! A recent ranking of hobbies
O
supports the increase in this sport's attraction
includes surfing in Huntington Beach as the eighth top hobby to in HB and respect for surfing in the world
pursue in the United States. market, we're not sure that a lot of those black suits in the water in H, at least,
Consider, HB has 9 miles of what most would call "pristine" beach. The are there for money, rather the thrill of catching their dream wave. Open For Lunch from 11-3
real beauty is that, for us, the surfers own the water, but eery one else owns Hang ten, might be a colloquial expression, or perhaps a tag line to
the beach. Starting at the water's edge there are volleyball'ers sand castle a whole culture that includes it's own language, look, style and apparel.
makers, mud-pie makers, buried kids and moms and dads. Moving towards Can a sport really exist, or even be a sport without it's own personality
PCH you have bikers, tricycle'ers, group cycle' ers, wheel chairs, walkers, or culture, probably not. Call it what you want, but among this culture
talkers, runners, people watchers. Oh, yes, pedestrians, with and without dog. group, Surfing is the number 1 hobby and hobby it is if I understand the

Enter Hurley U.S. Open of Surfing, perhaps the largest surf contest in definition of hobby.
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Big Mac Please, hold the facts, Kobritz
extra love, easy on the tears. on

Sports
...can I have Bud with that?
t took almost McGwire was announced as the new hitting coach for Sorry, Bud. The steroid era isn’t in the past. As
I five years for

M a r k
McGwire’s
the St Louis Cardinals. But after McGwire confessed,
Selig couldn’t resist issuing a statement. The
commissioner should have maintained his silence, for
The Carpenter’s sang, we’ve only just begun. The past
will be in sight when you and LaRussa follow
McGwire’s lead and hold your own Confession Day. “
Confession Day his statement recalled the adage that “it’s better to keep
By Jordan Kobritz to arrive and
judging on
your mouth shut
and let people
The MLB Big Mac
emotion alone, the long awaited public confession and think you’re a
apology seemed believable. But when Big Mac fool, than to open
repeatedly said that PEDs didn’t contribute to any of his it and remove all
home runs, that they were all a result of his “G-d given doubt.” More Secret Sauce
talent,” you knew, in spite of the tears, that he was Selig said, “Let-Us” entertain you
delusional. “The so-called
Jim Silva Speaks Up

feature
Sadly, McGwire isn’t the only one who is ‘steroid era’ … is
delusional about the steroid era, as comments by others clearly a thing of
on Big Mac’s Confession Day proved. The same word the past (emphasis Extra Beef
can be used to describe McGwire’s long-time manager added).” With
and apologist, Tony LaRussa, and Commissioner Bud those comments, ny long-term solution to our state's budget to delay implementation or sign legislation doing
Selig.
For more than two decades, LaRussa had
steadfastly denied that McGwire used PEDs, claiming
he first heard the “truth” when McGwire confessed last
Selig gained entry
into the house of
d e l u s i o n
inhabited by
Lots more Secret Sauce
Much Larger “Buns”

A situation begins and ends with improving
our economy,'' said Silva. ''I was pleased to
hear Governor Schwarzenegger list job creation as
away with AB 32 altogether.''
During his State of the State address, Governor
Schwarzenegger spoke to the state's $21 billion
Monday. That statement is contradicted by Jose McGwire and one of his top priorities in 2010, and I look forward deficit. While Silva agrees with the governor that
Canseco, who, like it or not, remains the only credible LaRussa. to working with both Republicans and Democrats the Legislature must act with great urgency to bring
voice on the issue of steroids in baseball. Canseco Selig, like LaRussa, knew more about steroid use to find ways to stimulate the economy.'' the budget into balance, he remains wary of what
maintains that he shot up Big Mac in the clubhouse on in baseball than he has ever admitted to. In response to The information contained in this column does not
numerous occasions while they were teammates in McGwire’s confession, a retired FBI agent reminded us
''We need the private sector to rebound,'' he the governor will propose in his budget, due to be
necessarily reflect the opinion of The Local News. continued. ''We need to improve California's released in two days (January 8, 2010).
Oakland and that LaRussa, their manager, was aware of that federal authorities knew of Big Mac’s steroid use in
it. 1993, information that was given to MLB’s security Jordan Kobritz is a former attorney, CPA, and Minor business climate. I agree with the governor that ''Raising taxes is not the answer,'' said Silva. ''It
Control freak that he is, and genius that he fancies boss, Kevin Hallinan, a year later. It’s League Baseball team owner. He is an Assistant ways to do this include reducing business taxes and is my hope that Governor Schwarzenegger
himself to be, LaRussa obviously knew more than he let incomprehensible to think that Hallinan failed to share Professor of Sport Management at Eastern New Mexico prohibiting overly burdensome environmental understands the public has no desire to see more
on. But he chose to skirt the truth, and in the process, that information with his boss, Selig. But the University, teaches the Business of Sports at the
made a complete fool of himself. commissioner chose to ignore that information - along University of Wyoming, and is a contributing author to
regulations from stopping construction projects.'' money taken out of their paychecks. He must resist
The biggest loser on McGwire’s Confession Day with other blatant signs that McGwire and others were the Business of Sports Network. Jordan can be reached But, he added, ''The governor's own AB 32 will cost calls to increase taxes and instead focus on
was Selig. The commissioner was silent on the day using PEDs - in the name of commerce. at jkobritz@ mindspring.com. employers billions to comply with newly-created prioritizing spending,'' Silva stated. ''We can't spend
environmental regulations. I'd like for him to agree what we don't have.''
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Dodge • Ford • Ho
Chrysler • nda •

t •
Is ARCO using the right testing standards? rol e Je e
e v p
Ch
meeting was held 1-15-10 at Seal Beach additional air sampling as needed. er Chris Winsor, Per OC HCA, the imminent health risks
Turn south onto beach blvd.
A City hall to review the City Manager’s letter

of January 13th, which expressed concerns
about the ARCO/BP program for conducting indoor
ARCO will re-sample the sub-slab air quality. All potentially identified at the 4 Bridgeport homes after
data will be given to the County HCA. preliminary sampling appears to be significantly
37 homes have been sampled to-date. Some lessened, although the Health Care Agency has not
M
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itsubis
hi • Nissan • Saturn • Toy
ota • VW
air sampling. residents have requested confidentiality of their yet completed its review of three specific risk
In attendance were: (from the City) City data. The Orange County HCA is mainly focused assessments provided to it earlier this
Attorney Quinn Barrow, City Manager David on the sub-slab concentration gradients, and has had week. OC HCA will also review the
Carmany, City Environmental Attorney Norm a staff member out at every sub-slab sampling. But comments of the City of Seal Beach.
Dupont, and City Engineer Michael Ho. ; (from OC Health Care Agency will not oversee the The health risk assessment may
ARCO/BP): Deputy Operations Manager Chris placement or collection of indoor air sampling that indicate that the residents will be able
Winsor, Charles Lambert, Ph.D. of McDaniel occurs inside the home for air circulating inside the to move back in based on data
Lambert, Inc., Dir of Government and Public Affairs residence itself. ARCO agreed that the city’s showing it is safe to do so. If so, this
B.V. Castillo, consultant Blaine Hartman, consultant experts are welcome to be present during will be communicated to the affected
Environmental Compliance Specialist Richard the 24-hour sampling. residents next Tuesday or Wednesday.
Gossett, and Environmental Business Manager OC HCA has not been overseeing the Per Rich Gossett, there is
Darrell Fah; In addition, various parties participated placement or collection of indoor air sampling. The presently no free product in the
by speakerphone including, from the OC Health City’s consultants are welcome to meet with ARCO ground water at the station. The
Care Agency: Genise Higgins, Program Manager to review the indoor air survey forms and sampling. ARCO report identifying all
Larry Honeybourne and Senior Engineering Blaine Hartman will work with the city’s consultant applicable remediation options
Geologist Anthony Martinez; a representative from Peter Quinlan to prepare a checklist for the indoor (including dig-and haul)
the State Office of Environmental Human Health air sampling. Peter will review the work plan for will be completed in
e
Assessments (OEHAA) and City environmental indoor air. approximately 2 th y
consultant Peter Quinlan. The Bello residence will be re-sampled and weeks. to b
o n ed .
i s
ARCO will give consideration to the concerns additional investigation will be done in the adjacent
r at rai ting
e i
id rns wr
raised by the city, and will respond in writing. street. ARCO explained its belief that the samples
The indoor air sampling within the Bridgeport taken at this residence were “outliers” and that the s
n e n
homes has been done at locations selected for their sample result was from a bore hole taken near the co onc d i
e
v c on
ability to pick up penetrations. There are 3 models garage, which might have impacted the sample
l gi t’s sp
il n e
in the Bridgeport tract with a main living results.
t w ide ill r
s
room/dining room, and fireplace, hall closet/furnace, At the Hawk residence on Schooner
y s i re d w
and bedrooms. Way, the drill bit went into a void below h
sa ac , an
The city asked, and ARCO agreed, that the the slab. Typically, this would have O
C l Be city
indoor air sampling be done in accordance with the been sandy silt. R
A ea he
DTSC guidance document for such sampling. At some of the relocated homes S t
ARCO believes that it has been following the (Zaby, Lawrence, etc.) and at the rental
guidance document with appropriate adjustment and units without tenants the furnace was
the City has no reason to question the existing data not running.
collected from the sub-slab samples. The city will Dr. Lambert’s risk evaluations are
continue to follow this process. ARCO will do based on sub-slab concentrations.
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January 15-31, 2010 714.465.9960 • hbnews1@aol.com VOL. 19 NO.

Buon Appetito - page 13

Great Park Connecting

Now Open ina

Join us for Monday

• $2.00 domestic drafts

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featuring PRIMO Island Lager

FRIDAY - 9pm Music, Magic and Mischief at Aloha Grill Now o

The OC Blues Players Meetup

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"Surf City Splash" Raises Fun & Funds

Lasagna - Pasta - Salads T good note, I went To The 10th

Heaviest Element Yet

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Huntington Phone: (202) 456-1414 969-445-2841 714-432-5898 Community Services Planning

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A Poor Man's challenging experience,

W Inexpensive wine does not have to

ohn George will be performing the early shows in the Close-up

J Gallery at the Magic Castle February 15th - February 21st.

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S Huntington Beach) announced

B presented the idea of closing a couple of

Water Police Could

States surf towns... but misses one! Get Hosed

1. Santa Cruz, CA O City of Huntington Beach

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The water conservation • Excessive water flow or

ordinance is that a number of drinking water only upon request.

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get him but Cancer did

C at Montgomery, Alabama and retired as

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NOMINATE: 2010 - Secretary of Defense Support Freedom Award

T Reserve members and their families to

H do you define “success” for your children, Mom

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residents of Huntington Beach will have the opportunity

fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools

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0% APR Available on Selected EVO & MR Evolution Models

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Where Fine foodd, Goodd Spiiriit

The Taste of HB is produced by the HB

Air Travel in 2010 Save $2.50

irlines are rolling

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we review common air just a few airlines that

flight. Other airlines—British Airw ent outside

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What have we learned in 2,064 years?

Providing Quality Care and

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From the Mailbag 714.536.6300

Have You Ever Danced?

A shuffled into the

National Hobby Month