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Alaska Airlines Charts New Winter Course with Seven West Coast Expansion Routes
Alaska Airlines Charts New Winter Course with Seven West Coast Expansion Routes
Alaska Airlines Charts New Course: Seven New West Coast Routes Take Flight
Alaska Airlines Charts New Course: Seven New West Coast Routes Take Flight
San Jose Secures Major Power Deal with PG&E, Aiming to Dominate West Coast Data Center Market
San Jose Secures Major Power Deal with PG&E, Aiming to Dominate West Coast Data Center Market
Beyond the Usual Suspects: Uncovering Southern California’s Rising Sandwich Stars
Beyond the Usual Suspects: Uncovering Southern California’s Rising Sandwich Stars
Weekend Streaming Guide: New Movies and TV Shows Arrive August 1st
Weekend Streaming Guide: New Movies and TV Shows Arrive August 1st
West Coast Grapples with Extreme Weather, Environmental Shifts, and Social Issues: The Independent’s Latest Editorial News
West Coast Grapples with Extreme Weather, Environmental Shifts, and Social Issues: The Independent’s Latest Editorial News
New Music Friday: Chappell Roan, Cian Ducrot, and Reneé Rapp Lead August Releases
New Music Friday: Chappell Roan, Cian Ducrot, and Reneé Rapp Lead August Releases
Tsunami Devastation: Crescent City Harbor Faces Nearly $1 Million in Damage
Tsunami Devastation: Crescent City Harbor Faces Nearly $1 Million in Damage
Tsunami Alerts Ripple Across Pacific Following Massive Kamchatka Earthquake; Travel Disrupted
Tsunami Alerts Ripple Across Pacific Following Massive Kamchatka Earthquake; Travel Disrupted
CoreSite Unveils Major Expansion in Silicon Valley with New AI-Ready Data Center
CoreSite Unveils Major Expansion in Silicon Valley with New AI-Ready Data Center
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Coastal Flood Advisory Extended: Millions in California Urged to Exercise Caution
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Coastal Flood Advisory Extended: Millions in California Urged to Exercise Caution

Hollis Greene 2 weeks ago

Coastal Flood Advisory Extended: Millions in California Urged to Exercise Caution California residents, particularly those planning travel on Tuesday night, are being urged to exercise caution...

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West Coast Community Bancorp Reports Strong Q2 Earnings, Boosts Dividend
Innovation & Economy

West Coast Community Bancorp Reports Strong Q2 Earnings, Boosts Dividend

Hollis Greene 2 weeks ago

West Coast Community Bancorp Sees Significant Growth in Q2 2025 Earnings West Coast Community Bancorp (WCCB), the parent company of West Coast Community Bank, announced impressive...

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British Columbia Hotel Restaurants Shine: Among Canada's Top Dining Destinations
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British Columbia Hotel Restaurants Shine: Among Canada’s Top Dining Destinations

Hollis Greene 2 weeks ago

B.C. Restaurants Amongst Canada’s Finest in Prestigious Listing Across British Columbia, hotel restaurants are no longer just convenient stopgaps for weary travelers. Increasingly, these establishments are...

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Highland Soap Company Purchases to Fund Life Saving Defibrillator for Community
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Highland Soap Company Purchases to Fund Life-Saving Defibrillator for Community

Hollis Greene 2 weeks ago

Highland Soap Company to Equip Visitor Centre with Public Defibrillator The Highland Soap Company is taking proactive steps to enhance community safety. In a move welcomed...

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JSO Releases Report on Use of Force in William McNeil Jr. Traffic Stop Arrest
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JSO Releases Report on Use of Force in William McNeil Jr. Traffic Stop Arrest

Hollis Greene 2 weeks ago

Jacksonville, FL – The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) has released a detailed report regarding the use of force during the arrest of William McNeil Jr. on...

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AB 2035: California Restaurants Over $5M Must Disclose Supplier Labor & Environmental Practices
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AB 2035: California Restaurants Over $5M Must Disclose Supplier Labor & Environmental Practices

Hollis Greene 3 weeks ago 0

California Enacts Landmark Food Transparency Law: AB 2035 Reshapes Restaurant Sourcing Sacramento, CA – A significant shift is underway for the Golden State’s dining landscape following...

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California's July 2025 Cultural Pulse: C Magazine's Exclusive Hot List Unveils Key Trends
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California’s July 2025 Cultural Pulse: C Magazine’s Exclusive Hot List Unveils Key Trends

Hollis Greene 1 month ago 0

Los Angeles, California – C Magazine®, the authoritative voice in West Coast luxury and lifestyle since its inception in 2005, has unveiled its much-anticipated “Top 5:...

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LS Marine Commissions Asia's Largest HVDC Cable Laying Vessel in Strategic Expansion
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LS Marine Commissions Asia’s Largest HVDC Cable-Laying Vessel in Strategic Expansion

Hollis Greene 1 month ago 0

SEO Keywords: LS Marine Solution, cable-laying vessel, HVDC cable, submarine cable, offshore wind, West Coast HVDC Energy Highway, Tersan Shipyard, Asia largest vessel, cable capacity, marine...

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West Hollywood Culinary Scene Buzzes: July 4th Specials, Italian Journeys & SoCal Breakfasts Highlight Upcoming Events
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West Hollywood Culinary Scene Buzzes: July 4th Specials, Italian Journeys & SoCal Breakfasts Highlight Upcoming Events

Hollis Greene 1 month ago 0

West Hollywood, a vibrant hub for culinary innovation and lifestyle trends, is setting the stage for a dynamic July and anticipation for the autumn season. Establishments...

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Major Streaming Releases Arrive Week of July 4, 2025: 'Sinners,' 'Sandman,' 'Batman' Lead Offerings
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Major Streaming Releases Arrive Week of July 4, 2025: ‘Sinners,’ ‘Sandman,’ ‘Batman’ Lead Offerings

Hollis Greene 1 month ago 0

As the week of July 4, 2025, commences, streaming platforms are poised to deliver a significant slate of new films and series, promising a diverse range...

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