January 1, 2026
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Steve Stajich, Columnist

Santa Monica Dogs: To Beach, Or Not To Beach:

Full disclosure at the top: We’re a dog family. A family with kids and a dog has a family dog. Couples who have dogs, but no children end-up relating to their dog as way more […]

Now Is The Time To Begin The Purchase Process:

This has become an interesting real estate market in Santa Monica and nearby areas. Many prospective buyers are hesitant to commit to the purchase of a home even when it meets most of their criteria. […]

Cathleen Crone sings with a local senior. She has been bringing joy to Santa Monica hospitals

Magical Memories Restored With Music:

With great love and compassion, Santa Monica resident Cathleen Crone is regularly around the city, gently coaxing local seniors stricken with Alzheimer’s and dementia to a secure and comforting place in their past, one of […]

Sorting Through The Medicare Advantage Maze:

Ron Pollack Executive Director Families USA When the Affordable Care Act passed last year, you may have heard criticism that the health care law cut payments to Medicare Advantage plans. Those are plans run by […]

SMC's Olivia Patterson tries a header against Glendale in Tuesday's 4-0 Corsair win.

Another Shutout for SMC Soccer:

The playoffs are around the corner and the Lady Corsairs want in. With three more games left on the regular season schedule, Santa Monica College (6-7-4) could end up with a winning record and a […]