Agriculture
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Got Compost? We’ve Got Classes

| 7:59 AM

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Over the next two weekends, folks from small farms, community gardens, parks, schools and some businesses can dig deeper into composting — and improve the world and stay ahead of the law — through a series of free workshops and field trips. The first two workshops are scheduled to be held from 9:30 a.m. to […]

Public Safety

9‐1‐1 Pocket Dials and How You Can Help

| 12:05 PM

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It’s a scenario that plays out hundreds of times a day across San Diego County. People are calling 9‐1‐1 and hanging up. It’s most likely an accident, but it’s taking time away from those who really need help.

Health

Campaign to Prevent Elder Abuse Underway

| 9:47 AM

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Elder and dependent adult abuse takes many forms. Physical, mental, sexual, and financial abuse, as well as neglect and self-neglect are recognized in state law as forms of elder and dependent adult abuse. In San Diego County, reports have increased by around 125 percent since 1999.