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MCHA delivers ‘magical moments’ at awards luncheon in Monterey
MONTEREY – An event at the Monterey Conference Center on Wednesday lived up to its theme by providing two “magical moments” for one of the day’s award winners. Richard Yarnold of the Fishwife Restaurant in Pacific Grove, won the coveted “Papa Vince Award” in addition to the “Focus on Guest Experience Award” at the Monterey…
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Monterey Peninsula College appoints inclusivity director
Monterey Peninsula College appointed its first inclusivity director, the college announced this week. Jacinto M. Salazar III will serve as the college’s inaugural director of inclusivity, equity, anti-racism and accessibility (IDEAA). “This appointment underscores the college’s dedication to addressing systemic inequalities and fostering an atmosphere where all community members feel welcome, supported and empowered,” the…
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Warriors: Freshly retired Iguodala becomes acting players union director
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer Former Warriors forward Andre Iguodala is taking over as the acting executive director of the National Basketball Players Association after the resignation of Tamika Tremaglio, the union announced Thursday. Tremaglio, the union said, is “stepping down from the position to pursue new opportunities.” The NBPA’s executive committee has approved…
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49ers’ D-coordinator Steve Wilks downplays move to the sideline
SANTA CLARA — The day after coach Kyle Shanahan announced his defensive coordinator would move from the coaches box to the sideline, Steve Wilks knew the questions were coming. “Just being candid, I think we’re making a bigger deal about this than it needs to be,” Wilks said Thursday before practice. “I just want to…
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Man receives the first eye transplant plus a new face. It’s a step toward one day restoring sight
It’s far too soon to know if the man will ever see through his new left eye.
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High School field hockey: PCAL all-league team
Pacific Coast Athletic League all-league field hockey team Goalie of the Year: Lily Grundy, Carmel Offensive Player of the Year: Macey Torres, Stevenson Defensive Player of the Year: Layla Borges, Hollister First team Avry Monroy, Hollister Layla Borges, Hollister Piper Pierson, Hollister Macey Torres, Stevenson Lucy Aiello, Stevenson Georgia Bonifas, Stevenson Fiona Hirshfield, Carmel Olivia…
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‘JFK: One Day in America’ takes viewers back to ’63
“They shot his head off! I love you Jack!” Those were Jacqueline Kennedy’s words to her Secret Service protector Clint Hill as President John F. Kennedy was fatally shot 60 years ago in his Lincoln convertible on Nov. 22, 1963, and Hill scrambled onto the rear of the car to reach Mrs. Kennedy. It’s one of many revelations from the last…
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Should you buy travel insurance for holiday travel?
By Amrita Jayakumar | NerdWallet Holiday travel can be taxing even without the added stress of disruptions such as cancellations, flight delays or lost bags. Last winter, Southwest Airlines’ holiday travel meltdown left millions of travelers stranded and angry. Travelers were still filing for compensation for ruined trips weeks later. Consumer complaints against U.S. airlines…
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What I learned about modern romance from watching ABC’s ‘Golden Bachelor’
Yes, he is charming and handsome in a boyish way for a 72-year-old man. No, I would not go on national television to try to win his heart. But 22 single senior women had a different take. From as far east as New Jersey, as far south as Florida and as close to home as…
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‘The Marvels’ review: Brisk team-up affair refuses to take up much of your time
Maybe it’s coming in with lowered expectations for the movie after reading the recent Variety piece shedding light on creative issues within the Hollywood powerhouse that is Disney-owned Marvel Studios. Perhaps, it’s that it’s the rare big-budget action affair — superhero-centric or otherwise — that doesn’t overstay its welcome, clocking in at well under two…
