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It's official: Downey and Roscommon, Ireland are sister cities
In Ireland for official city business, Mayor Mario Guerra on Thursday met with Roscommon County, Ireland mayor Tom Crosby and its CEO to sign papers making official a sister city relationshi... |
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When it comes to a stroke, every minute is critical
DOWNEY - As a seemingly endless line of participants for Wednesday's Primary Stroke Prevention Seminar snaked outside the door and past the fountain at the Rio Hondo Event Center, a white-ha... |
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Bastards raising money for military veterans
DOWNEY - Bastards barbecue restaurant in Downtown Downey is celebrating Memorial Day on Monday by hosting an all-day fundraiser to benefit the Purple Heart Foundation, which supports combat ... |
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Tracy Riley dies at 83
DOWNEY - Tracy Riley, husband of former Downey mayor Barbara J. Riley and longtime community volunteer whose public service spans nearly 50 years, died last Monday. He was 83. Known for ... |
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OLPH principal retiring next month
DOWNEY - Steffani McMains always wanted to be a teacher as long as she can remember. "I used to play school in the backyard as a child," said McMains with a laugh. "I love children. There... |
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Downey Regional-PIH acquisition awaiting approval by California AG's office
DOWNEY - The multi-million acquisition of Downey Regional Medical Center by PIH Health of Whittier is currently awaiting approval from the California attorney general's office after hospital... |
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Longtime DUSD workers honored
DOWNEY - More than 100 classified (non-teaching) employees of the Downey Unified School District, along with seven retirees, were honored at the school district's personnel commission meetin... |
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Downey music festival still needs support
DOWNEY - Preparations continue for Make Music Downey, a music festival with over 30 performances scheduled for the downtown area on June 8. Organizers Bea Romano and Carol Kearns, of the... |
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Downey ends talks with county fire
DOWNEY - After a lengthy discussion with city staff and Downey fire union representatives, the City Council on Tuesday decided not to proceed its negotiations with the Los Angeles County Fir... |
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City settles police shooting case for $4.5M
DOWNEY - The city of Downey has agreed to pay $4.5 million to the family of Michael Nida, the unarmed man fatally shot by Downey Police on Oct. 22, 2011. Dale Galipo, the attorney repres... |
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Shuttle mockup may be wearing out its welcome
DOWNEY - City council members are having second thoughts about constructing a $3 million facility to house its much-celebrated space shuttle mockup. The council unanimously agreed in Jan... |
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An evening of one act comedies
DOWNEY - Local playwright Bill Blush will debut comedic works in "Bill's Shorts: a Brief Evening of One Act Comedies," a staged reading this Sunday, May 19, at Epic Lounge. "I hope if I c... |
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Movie Club of Downey celebrates 5 months of stellar films
DOWNEY - For the last few months, Movie Club of Downey has been featuring movie gems on the big screen at the Epic Lounge on 2nd Street. Movie Club was first conceived in 2009 by movie a... |
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Greek Festival will be best yet, organizers say
DOWNEY - Now in its 29th consecutive year, the Downey Greek Festival will take place June 1-2, featuring authentic Greek dance, food, travelogues and more. And organizers say it will be ... |
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Downey City Council tackles fire-related issues in Tuesday's meeting
DOWNEY - The future of Downey fire service is up for debate Tuesday night as the City Council decides whether to advance contract negotiations with the Los Angeles County Fire District for f... |
