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Kraken Unleashed! Blockbusters Hit Screens June 12th
Kraken Unleashed! Blockbusters Hit Screens June 12th
Tragic Crash Claims Life on Mid North Coast
Tragic Crash Claims Life on Mid North Coast
Woman Dies at Santa Cruz Amid Fearsome Ocean Swell
Woman Dies at Santa Cruz Amid Fearsome Ocean Swell
Kraken Unleashed: June 12th Sees Blockbuster Releases
Kraken Unleashed: June 12th Sees Blockbuster Releases
LA County Wildfire Erupts: Evacuations Underway
LA County Wildfire Erupts: Evacuations Underway
Siri’s AI Overhaul: Apple’s ChatGPT Challenger
Siri’s AI Overhaul: Apple’s ChatGPT Challenger
NASA, USGS Scientists Unearth Geologic Treasures
NASA, USGS Scientists Unearth Geologic Treasures
New Music Friday: Billie Eilish Dominates June 12th Releases
New Music Friday: Billie Eilish Dominates June 12th Releases
Belgium’s Red Devils Land in Seattle for World Cup Prep
Belgium’s Red Devils Land in Seattle for World Cup Prep
Rancher’s Smokehouse Expands to West Coast Grocers
Rancher’s Smokehouse Expands to West Coast Grocers
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McQualter Sets Course: West Coast Eagles Eye ‘Destination Club’ Status, Rethink Long Contracts

Hollis Greene 3 months ago

Andrew McQualter wants a new era for the West Coast Eagles. He aims to make the club a true destination. This means attracting top talent. However,...

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Kintyre Councillor Alastair Redman Addresses Argyll and Bute’s Substantial Council Tax Rise

evan Park 3 months ago

Councillor Alastair Redman shared his views. His column appeared on March 6, 2026. It was published by West Coast Today. The topic was the year’s council...

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Sea Levels Higher Than Thought; Millions More at Risk

Jorge Salcido 3 months ago

New research published in Nature reveals a critical flaw in how scientists have been measuring global sea levels, indicating that actual coastal water heights are significantly...

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Gaza Students’ Dreams of Western Education Stalled by War and Visa Walls

Donovan Blake 3 months ago

War devastates Gaza. Its universities lie in ruins. Many students dream of foreign study. They hope for a future in Western countries. Yet, conflict and immigration...

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West Coast Storm Unleashes Atmospheric River: Heavy Rain, Snow, and Flood Warnings Issued

Sasha Martinez 4 months ago

A major weather event is set to strike the West Coast. A slow-moving low-pressure system brings long-duration atmospheric river conditions. This weather will impact the Pacific...

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Editorial Cartoons Reflect on AI’s Energy Demands, NBA Futures, and West Coast News

Priyank anair 4 months ago

Editorial cartoons offered a look at current events on Friday, February 20, 2026. These visual commentaries touched on several key themes. One major focus was the...

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West Coast Editorial Cartoons Offer Sharp Takes on Feb. 15 News

Leeanne Perez 4 months ago

Editorial cartoons provide sharp visual commentary. They capture the day’s most pressing news. Sunday, February 15, 2026, is no different. These cartoons distill complex events. They...

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West Coast Eagles Injury Update: Co-Captain Liam Duggan Doubtful for Fremantle Clash Amidst Broader Concerns

Keiko Matsuda 4 months ago

West Coast Eagles co-captain Liam Duggan is now in doubt for the upcoming match simulation against Fremantle. This news follows a head knock sustained during an...

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Vancouver Island First Nation Seeks Indigenous Names for West Coast Places

Jorge Salcido 4 months ago

The Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation is requesting name changes. They want three west coast locations on Vancouver Island renamed. These places will regain their Indigenous names. This...

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West Coast Eagles Training: Star Players Return, Naitanui Coaches, and Waterman Soars

Hollis Greene 4 months ago

West Coast Eagles Training Update: Key Players Re-Engage as Season Approaches The West Coast Eagles are intensely preparing for the upcoming AFL season. Recent training sessions...

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