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Letter to the Editor: Love and Kindness Rock Snake, the Death of Something Good

JODY PIKE, San Juan Capistrano A year ago, The Capistrano Dispatch kindly published my letter praising our community for birthing a “Love and Kindness” rock…

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EYE ON SJC, News

PHOTO GALLERY: In-Person Coffee Chat Returns

Photos and text by Collin Breaux After holding their town hall forums on Zoom during the COVID-19 pandemic, San Juan Capistrano Coffee Chat returned to…

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EYE ON SJC, News

UNIDOS South OC Helps Community During Pandemic

By Collin Breaux | Twitter: @collin_breaux Like many people, UNIDOS South OC found itself in new territory during the COVID-19 outbreak. The San Juan Capistrano-based…

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Opinion Columns, SOAPBOX

Is Everyone an Equestrian in San Juan?: Lindah Miles Gives Back to Those in Need

Guest opinion by Jessica DiCostanzo We would like to introduce you to a local super mom, Lindah Miles. This lifelong equestrian has six kids—twin boys,…

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LIVING

PHOTOS: Food Distribution in San Juan Capistrano

Photos by Collin Breaux A food distribution event for the needy was held on Saturday, May 23, in the St. Margaret’s Episcopal School parking lot….

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EYE ON SJC, News

Nonprofits Hanging On During Health Crisis

By Collin Breaux | Email: cbreaux@picketfencemedia.com | Twitter: @collin_breaux Before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, students would visit the grounds of Mission San Juan Capistrano to…

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EYE ON SJC, News

PHOTOS: CREER Food Distribution

Photos by Collin Breaux CREER, a local nonprofit focused on tutoring students and helping the community, has been distributing food in San Juan Capistrano on…

Hennessey's Tavern was serving Ahi Tuna Poke at The Vintage Food and Wine Festival, put on by the San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce. Photo: Alex Groves 0
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Guest Opinion: San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce’s Commitment to Community

By John Alpay, San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce Chairman We are living through unique and challenging economic times, thanks to COVID-19.  Local businesses are…

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Letter from the Mayor: Our Community Can Persevere

By Troy Bourne Dear Neighbors, Yesterday, I helped a downtown restaurant manager load perishable food items into a truck to be distributed to San Juan…

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EYE ON SJC, News

New Group Looks to Help Community During Coronavirus Pandemic

By Collin Breaux | Email: creaux@picketfencemedia.com | Twitter: @collin_breaux Crisis Kitchen Coalition, a new group banding together with small restaurant owners, is looking to help…

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EYE ON SJC, News

Reata Glen gives back after Working Wardrobes fire

By Collin Breaux  | Email: cbreaux@picketfencemedia.com | Twitter: @collin_breaux It was Sunday, Feb. 2, when the Working Wardrobes warehouse in Irvine burned down in an…

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EYE ON SJC, News

Skate Jam Brings Youth, Community Together

By Collin Breaux | Email: cbreaux@picketfencemedia.com | Twitter: @collin_breaux The fourth Skate Jam on Saturday, Nov. 23, again brought local youth and the community together…

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EYE ON SJC, News

San Juan Capistrano Community Voices Support for Skateboard Park

By Collin Breaux | Email: cbreaux@picketfencemedia.com | Twitter: @collin_breaux During a city council meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 5, members of the community voiced support for…

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LIVING, SJC Living

Moments in Time: San Juan Capistrano Church Observes 100th Anniversary

By Jan Siegel Editor’s note: This is the first part in a three-part series. Most of the founding families in San Juan Capistrano are associated…

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EYE ON SJC, News

RanchRide Program Connects RMV to South County

By Jenna Ross As the community of Rancho Mission Viejo (RMV) has continued to grow, the need for accessible public transportation has become necessary. RanchRide,…

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