June 26, 2026
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Points On Pets:

Question: Have most veterinarians changed their opinions regarding ear cropping and tail docking in very young puppies? We have raised schnauzers for years. Since our veterinarian retired a couple of years ago, we are having […]

Who’s Number One?:

Oh dear, more bad news!  Page 10 of the Sunday, October 29, 2006 New York Times:  “Russia Was Leader in Arms Sale To Developing World In ’05.”  Yes, Russia sold more weapons than the USA […]

James Brown, All-American:

At a time when most popular music seems to come from something we’ve heard before, it’s important to note that James Brown’s music was always defining in some way.  From the beginning, Brown’s sound laid […]

Oh Christmas Tree:

Having served their purpose and brought joy to many, local Christmas trees await their fate. photo by Laurie Robin Rosenthal

Man Shot, Killed on Pico:

A 22-year-old Santa Monica man, Miguel Martin, was shot and killed on Pico Boulevard Wednesday evening, December 27, in what police are calling a gang-related incident. No arrests have been made. Santa Monica Police responded […]

Where The Z-Boys Began: Horizons/Zephyr:

The one-story stucco building at Main and Bay streets can hardly be said to have any architectural significance. Yet it has been under discussion for possible designation by the Santa Monica Landmarks Commission. The building […]

Whats Hot:

Cubensis, December 31, doors open 8pm This New Year’s Eve, come and get beautiful with amigos both old and new while twirling to one of the top Grateful Dead tribute bands around. For nearly two […]

Palisades’ Nikolova Wins City Tennis Championship:

Junior Katy Nikolova of Palisades High has won the L.A. City girls individual tennis championship. Nikolova, who was top-seeded in the competition, defeated second-seeded Sarah Cohen of Taft High in the final match, 6-2, 7-5. […]

SMC Gets Experience In Tournament Play:

The Santa Monica College men’s basketball team has been gaining experience in tournament play and has a 4-7 record going into one more event, the College of the Desert Tournament. The Corsairs have played a […]