When reality television contestant Ryan Jenkins made headlines in 2009 for the brutal murder of his wife, model Jasmine Fiore, then his own suicide, people wondered why it happened. Del Mar’s Dr. Richard Levak, a licensed clinical psychologist, said he believes he knows what may have triggered Jenkins to become a murderer.
The Islamic textbook controversy, reported in this newspaper two weeks ago, is not a new issue. The debate over the content of history textbooks in the San Dieguito Union High School District surfaced at least twice before in past years, once for seventh grade and once for 10th grade. Some historical background might be useful.
They say taxes are one of the few things in life you can count on, and after a long stint with the Internal Revenue System, it’s likely something federal tax judge Joel Gerber can attest to
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage has recently announced the winners of January’s “Outstanding Performance Award” recipients.
Dan Conway and Associates, a top-producing real estate team based out of Prudential California Realty’s Del Mar office, recently sponsored its first annual $1000 Valentine’s Day Flower Giveaway. During the contest, two lucky winners received a $50 gift card to the Ralph’s Floral Department every day between Feb. 1 and Feb. 10. For additional information about the event, please visit www.CarmelValleyHomesSanDiego.com.
Torrey Pines completed a perfect Palomar League season with decisive wins in its last two regular season games.
The Friends of the Solana Beach Library invite the public to an evening of Irish dancing in honor of St. Patrick’s Day on March 8 at 6:30 p.m.
Congratulations to the Carmel Valley Manchester Boys Under 12 Academy Team, coached by Billy Garton, who were the Boys Under 12 Champions of the Carlsbad Premier Cup 2011. The Reds played three games over the weekend of Feb. 19-20, including the finals on Sunday afternoon versus a very capable South Coast Bayern team.
Earlier this month the Sycamore Ridge Kids Korps Chapter visited the Women’s Resource Center in Oceanside.
The Del Mar Kiwanis Club’s 16th Annual Ugly Dog Show, which once again includes contests for the ugliest dog, cutest dog, best trick, dog that most looks like its owner, the best costume and much more, will take place on Sunday, March 13, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Registration/check-in is 10 a.m. -11 a.m. Show begins at 11:15 a.m.
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