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IE News: Man Hit by Metro Link Train

Staff Reports

Fontana– A man was hit by a Metro link train on June 6, at approximately 5:00 p.m.

Officers responded to the call in the area of Palmetto and the railroad tracks south of Arrow Blvd; calls reported that a person was hit by the Metro link train.

According to Fontana Police Department, “Witnesses told investigators they observed a 41-year-old male subject calmly walk over to the tracks and lay down on them as a Metro Link train approached.” The man was struck by the train and died from the injuries sustained.

This case is currently under investigation and being treated as a suicide.

Once the family members have been notified, the identity of the man will be released by the San Bernardino County Coroner’s Office.

Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) has the following information on knowing what do if you see someone about to commit suicide and possible warning signs:

Know What to Do:

Stigma associated with mental illnesses can prevent people from getting help. Your willingness to talk about mental or emotional issues and suicide with a friend, family member, or co-worker can be the first step in getting those help and preventing suicide.

If You See the Warning Signs of Suicide:

Begin a dialogue by asking questions. Suicidal thoughts are common with some mental illnesses and your willingness to talk about it in a non-judgmental, non-confrontational way can be the help a person needs to seek professional help. Questions okay to ask:

  • “Do you ever feel so badly that you think about suicide?”
  • “Do you have a plan to commit suicide or take your life?”
  • “Have you thought about when you would do it (today, tomorrow, next week)?”
  • “Have you thought about what method you would use?”

Please visit www.save.org to learn more information, however also calling 9-1-1 immediately is a beneficial way to help prevent a tragic suicide.

Learning To Love Yourself

Mark Lee NewBy Pastor Mark Lee

 

This summer, many people will spend time visiting beaches, lounging by the pool, and soaking up the sun with a good book in hand.   While popular fiction and non-fiction titles are sure to be included on quite a few reading lists, statistics indicate that the majority of summer readers will be enjoying self-improvement books.  In fact, self-help is a multi-billion dollar industry and has become the best-selling literary genre.

With titles such as “Love Yourself Like Your Life Depended on It” and “Knowing Your Worth,” it would seem that self-loathing is as much of an epidemic, if not more so, then selfishness.  The problem with having a negative view of oneself is that it can affect a variety of aspects of life.  The choices you make and actions you take are all influenced by the way you feel about yourself.

Although everyone agrees that is it important to focus more on others, it is also important to remember that we are allowed to love ourselves.  Taking care of our bodies, giving ourselves grace, and speaking kindly to ourselves is not a reflection of selfishness.  After all, when we care for our own mental, physical, and spiritual needs, we are better equipped to serve others.

The key to loving ourselves is to know where our value lies.  Ephesians 2:10 says, “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”  Our worth should not come from the opinions of others, the size of our bank accounts, or the reflection in the mirror.  Instead, it should come from the fact that God made us and He doesn’t make junk.

 

VantagePoint Church meets at Roosevelt High School on Sundays at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.

 

National Night Out Registration Open

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Chino – A kick-off meeting will be held on Monday, June 20 at 6:00 p.m. at the Chino Police Department, 5450 Walnut Avenue. Previous National Night Out Team Captains as well as prospective participants are encouraged to attend.

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community
partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, better places to live.

Registration is now open for the 2016 National Night Out event taking place on Tuesday, August 2 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. If you or your community would like to participate in the event, please contact us to obtain a registration form.

If you have any questions regarding the event, would like to obtain a registration form or would like to RSVP for the kick-off meeting please contact Olivia Applegate at 909-334-3087 or email oapplegate@chinopd.org. You can also visit the website at www.natw.org for further information.

Straight Talk With Danice

Our marriage isn’t exciting – A Letter from Brian B.

Danice Akiyoshi

Danice Akiyoshi

 By Danice Akiyoshi

Q: My wife has started to make suggestions about making our marriage more exciting.  This confuses me.  I asked her if she was dissatisfied about something in particular and she said no, that she just wanted our marriage to be a little more exciting.  I feel like I’m a good husband and I don’t think we need any changes.  Is she having a mid-life crisis?  We’ve been married for 19 years and our marriage has been good in my opinion.  I’m confused.

A: Your wife should be able to freely make a request like this after 19 years of marriage.  Her desire to have a little more excitement does not mean you are lacking as a husband, nor does it mean she’s suffering from a mid-life crisis.  At this time, I would advise you to take her words seriously and open a conversation with her to discover exactly what she has in mind.  Ignoring her request will be a big mistake and probably cause her to feel that her needs are insignificant to you.  If you’ve been married for 19 years, you already know that this is not a desirable situation.  Give it a try, Bryan.  You might be pleasantly surprised.  If her requests are over your personal limit, that also requires a conversation, but you won’t know until you start the conversation.  Don’t delay.

Danice Akiyoshi is a Naturopathic Doctor and the head of Candid Coaching Services. She offers personal coaching services relating to all types of issues and concerns. To send a question to Danice, email her at straighttalk@candidcoachingservices.com. You can also visit her website at http://www.candidcoachingservices.com.

Chino PD DUI Checkpoint Results

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Chino – Chino Police Department conducted a DUI checkpoint June 10 from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. on the 12300 block of Mountain Avenue.

Out of the 870 vehicles to drive through, 2 arrests were made for DUI, 12 citations for driving while suspended/unlicensed, 6 vehicles were towed, and 6 other citations were given.

Chino PD remains committed to keep drunk drivers off the street and also encourages people to look for alternate ways of transportation if they know they will be drinking.

From a recent article in http://www.quitalcohol.com, millions of people worldwide drive after drinking. Many say “What’s the harm, I got home safely and no one was hurt?”  Just because you made it home without an accident does not mean that you’ve made a right decision. When putting those keys in the ignition and driving away after drinking you are not only putting your life at risk but also risking the lives of all those you come across while driving. For more information, further read “The Dangers of Drinking and Driving” and how you can make a difference at http://www.quitalcohol.com.

Funding for this checkpoint was provided by a grant from the Office of Traffic Safety through the National Safety Administration.

 

Tips From Deputy Myers

Summer travel safety

Deputy Myers

Deputy Myers

By Deanna Myers

Can you believe summer is just about here? The year has flown by and many of you are gearing up for a fun-filled couple of months of day trips and vacations. Summer is statistically higher in crime, all the more reason to be diligent in protecting your families and your property.

Take the few extra steps prior to leaving your residence and check the door locks, the garage door, the lights, your security cameras and/or alarm systems. Make sure everything is in working order and protected to the best of your ability. Check in with your neighbors and let them know when you will be away so they can keep an eye out for suspicious people and/or vehicles near your home.

Also, don’t forget about your furry four-legged family members in the summer months. If you must leave them outside, make sure they have plenty of shade and water. If they have the opportunity to be indoors while you are away, check to make sure doggie doors or other access points to your home are not able to be accessed by two-legged potential predators.

Lastly, take care of yourselves out there in the heat! Remember to hydrate frequently. If you are feeling thirsty, you are already dehydrated! Use sunscreen and light fabric that allows your skin to breathe but still have protection from the intense UV rays. Ultimately, enjoy the longer days and extra time with your families! Be safe!!

Deanna Myers is the Volunteer and Programs Coordinator for the Jurupa Valley Station of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department that services the Eastvale Police Department.  She has been with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department for about eight years, and most recently was assigned to patrol within the City of Eastvale before moving into her current position where she is in charge of the Neighborhood Watch program for the City of Eastvale.

 

U.S. Black Belt Center

By Racine Guajardo  

U.S. Black Belt Center is located at 20781 Amar Rd. Suite 7, Walnut, CA 91789. Cross streets are Amar and Grand Ave, next to Verizon. You can also visit their website at www.BBCblackbelt.com or call them at 1-888-763-0222.

U.S. Black Belt Center is located at 20781 Amar Rd. Suite 7, Walnut, CA 91789. Cross streets are Amar and Grand Ave, next to Verizon. You can also visit their website at http://www.BBCblackbelt.com or call them at 1-888-763-0222.

Walnut – “The average person does not earn a black belt. We take the average person and allow them to discover that they are way more than average!”

At U.S. Black Belt Center you can be assured that all students will learn.

The martial arts have become a leader in bringing families together in an era when individual family members seem to be doing their own thing. Martial arts offers you an opportunity to share the benefits of training with those you love, while developing important quality-time together. And although you work towards your Black Belt together, each member of the family will also discover a valuable personal benefit from his or her training.

For children, following instructions will become second nature. This is a huge plus for any child who has ever taken martial arts, as well as for the parents! If your child has trouble following instructions, this alone is reason enough to give the program a try.  A sense of respect will be instilled in your child. Although martial art is a contact sport, respect is ALWAYS the most important principle enforced. Your child will develop a love for self-respect followed by a desire to respect others – EVEN when this respect is not reciprocated. The desire to succeed will manifest itself. For loving parents like you, being able to see your children do well in life is truly the greatest reward that you can hope for.

Unfortunately, many kids today not only lack the desire to succeed, but also the self-confidence and belief that they can accomplish anything they set out to do. No parent wants to see their child have a low self-esteem at such an early age.

The great thing about this martial arts program is that it’s not only designed to teach your child how to defend themselves – it also boosts confidence and self-esteem.

Success in martial arts does not require athletic skills. However, through your training, you will develop key characteristics to enhance your athletic skills for other sports of interests. Benefits such as better hand/eye coordination, endurance, and physical fitness can help you improve in any sport.

And even more importantly, U.S. Black Belt Center programs are good for all ages, genders, fitness levels and abilities.

During the summer, students and their families have the opportunity to travel to Asia. The package includes meals, tour, transportation, hotel and Taekwondo activities.

To get further information or where to register you may call 1-888-763-0222, visit in person at 20781 Amar Rd. Suite 7 Walnut, CA 91789. Cross streets are Amar and Grand Ave, next to Verizon. You can also visit their website at www.BBCblackbelt.com.

There Are No Magic Pills

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist

Nancy Stoops M.A., M.F.T Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

 By Nancy Stoops

There seems to be a pill for everything these days.  The advertising shows us that we can pop a pill and our depression and anxiety will be gone.  Nothing could be further from the truth. All the pills do, is lessen our symptoms.  The problem is the cause for the symptoms is still there.  It looks like all you need to do is take that pill and you will be healed, but it’s not true.  Granted, you may feel somewhat better for the meantime but the pill can only do so much. There will come a time where it is inevitable that you must deal with your stuff, if you are genuinely going to heal.  So I could see how a magic pill could be much less painful, but is really only a temporary solution.

I do understand there are many conditions that do require medication, but I believe low- grade depression and anxiety do not require the use of medication.  I believe there are many holistic approaches that will better serve your needs. My clients will journal, exercise, meditate, and look at the issues that are causing the depression and anxiety in the first place.  I find many times, it is an issue of helping a client correct a false belief system that was acquired in childhood.  So again, it’s about going back to something painful and dealing with it and then finally having the strength to let go of it.

To me, magic pills are like putting a Band-Aid on Cancer.  This just isn’t a very aggressive way to deal with the disease.  So how aggressive are you being with your depression or anxiety?  What are you waiting for?  Decide now is the time to finally get some help and get healed!

This article was written by Nancy Stoops M.A., M.F.T.  Nancy is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  She has a private practice in Diamond Bar and is currently accepting new clients; she is also a motivational speaker who can inspire your employees or group members.  Nancy runs free family support groups, a group on loss for seniors, and groups on how to manage anger.    For more information about any of these services feel free to page her at (909) 229-0727.  You may e-mail Nancy at nancyjstoops@verizon.net.  You may purchase Nancy’s books Live, Heal and Grow and Midnight the Therapy Dog at Amazon.com.

Empire Soccer Club Athletes Chosen For ODP

By Racine Guajardo

Photo Courtesy of Auggie Rodriguez Empire Soccer Club Boys U15 Premier Team

Photo Courtesy of Auggie Rodriguez
Empire Soccer Club Boys U15 Premier Team

Eastvale– Six players from Empire Soccer Club Boys U15 Premier Team, three of whom are from Eastvale, were selected by So Cal Pro + Olympic Develop Program (ODP) to participate with their Soccer Association for Southern California.

These boys stood out and were chosen for ODP amongst their peers. The chosen boys include: Julian S. Duenas, Enzo Mauriz, Marco Hinojosa and the three athletes from Eastvale are: Alex Jacinto, Chris Niessen and Angel Benavides. Players at Empire SC must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above in order to participate in the National Cup; they also volunteer in local events in the city of Eastvale.

Cal South Pro +is a California public benefit corporation which is official in serving the youth and adult state soccer association of the United States Soccer Federation, the United States youth soccer, and the United States Adult soccer association. Pro + combines all current and future elite players under one structure. A comprehensive scouting system is placed to identify the athletes in a game-playing environment for identification. The only way a player is recommended for scouting is by Club Technical Directors, Club Directors of Coaching, club coaches, Regional staff coaches, national staff coaches, ODP scouts, or opposition club coaches. Cal South does not accept a player recommendation through private trainers or parents.

The Director of Coaching, Auggie Rodriguez, stated, “These young men all come from lower level teams. The team has won league cup, competed at the Premier Level and advanced to second round in National cup. These young men have achieved in a short time, what other athletes will not in their entire club career. I am extremely proud of their accomplishments on and off the field.”

For updates on events and calendar, visit http://www.empiresoccerclub.org.

Local Politics Over Dinner A Success

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Diamond Bar – The Diamond Bar Republican Women Federated (DBRWF) hosted a dinner and social gathering on Thursday, May 26. The event took place at the Diamond Bar Golf Course/Country Club, located at 22751 E. Golden Springs Drive in Diamond Bar.

The cost to attend was $25 and it included dinner. The social gathering started at 6:30 p.m. and the dinner began at 7 p.m.

The dinner was combined with the Puente Hills Republican Women Federated. The guest speaker was the Chairman of the California Republican Party, Jim Brulte.

“Jim will no doubt have some great insights for us, having just held the California Republican Party convention in Burlingame last weekend,” said a DBRWF newsletter.

It was an honor to have Jim Brulte as a special guest speaker at the event. He has many accomplishments such as; Chairman of the CA Republican Party in March 2013, 14 years in the CA State Legislature, recent Senate Republican Leader, joined CA Strategies to head up the IE office, and completed a term as a member of the Board of Visitors of the US Naval Academy.

Brulte has focused a lot of his efforts on education, regulatory reform, crime reduction, and common-sense legislation representing the IE to improve California’s business climate. He had been described as “arguably the most powerful elected Republican in California.”

This event was open to the public and opened to any political party. The newsletter encouraged anyone to attend and become up to date on California’s politics.

For future events, if you would like to attend, please contact Trisha at BrahmaMama1@aol.com.

History 101

Jaws Released

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Photo courtesy: Google Images

Photo courtesy: Google Images

On June 20 in 1975, Jaws, a film directed by Steven Spielberg that made countless viewers afraid to go into the water, opens in theaters. The story of a great white shark that terrorizes a New England resort town became an instant blockbuster and the highest-grossing film in movie history until it was bested by 1977’s Star Wars.

Jaws was nominated for an Academy Award in the Best Picture category and took home three Oscars, for Best Film Editing, Best Original Score and Best Sound. The film, a breakthrough for director Spielberg, then 27-years-old, spawned three sequels.

The film starred Roy Scheider as principled police chief Martin Brody, Richard Dreyfuss as a marine biologist named Matt Hooper, and Robert Shaw as a grizzled fisherman called Quint. It was set in the fictional beach town of Amity, and based on a best-selling novel, released in 1973, by Peter Benchley. Subsequent water-themed Benchley bestsellers also made it to the big screen, including The Deep(1977).

With a budget of $12 million, Jaws was produced by the team of Richard Zanuck and David Brown, whose later credits include The Verdict (1982), Cocoon (1985) and Driving Miss Daisy (1989). Filming, which took place on Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts, was plagued by delays and technical difficulties, including malfunctioning mechanical sharks.

Jaws put now-famed director Steven Spielberg on the Hollywood map. Spielberg, largely self-taught in filmmaking, made his feature-length directorial debut with The Sugarland Express in 1974. The film was critically well-received but a box-office flop. Following the success of Jaws, Spielberg went on to become one of the most influential, iconic people in the film world, with such epics as Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977), Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981), ET: the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), Jurassic Park (1993), Schindler’s List (1993) and Saving Private Ryan (1998). E.T., Jaws and Jurassic Park rank among the 10 highest-grossing movies of all time. In 1994, Spielberg formed DreamWorks SKG, with Jeffrey Katzenberg and David Geffen. The company has produced such hits as American Beauty (1999), Gladiator (2001) and Shrek (2001).

 

Brahma Science Bowl Team Competes In DC

By Kelli Gile   

Photo courtesy: Kelli Gile Diamond Bar High took 3rd-place awards in their division at the 2016 National Science Bowl. Shown: Advisors Jose Marquez and Latitia Thomas, with students Brandon Hung, Jeff Chow, Miriam Sun, Leslie Sim, and Ben Chen.

Diamond Bar High School Jose Marquez, coach, Latitia Thomas, assistant coach, Brandon Hung, Jeff Chow, Miriam Sun, Ben Chen and Leslie Sim of Diamond Bear, CA, pose for a team photo during the 2016 National Science Bowl competition, Thursday, April 28, 2016, in Washington, DC. (Photo by Jack Dempsey, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Science)

Diamond Bar—A stellar group of Diamond Bar High School (DBHS) students took 3rd place in their division during the 2016 National Science Bowl held this month in Washington, D.C.

DBHS team members Miriam Sun, Jeff Chow, Leslie Sim, Ben Chen, and Brandon Hung qualified for nationals after winning the regional competition in February.

The academic competition tests students’ knowledge in all areas of science and mathematics, with more than 14,000 students from across the country participating in the bowl each year.

“Our students played brilliantly, showing strong competitive spirit, and sportsmanship,” said science teacher Jose Marquez, who coaches the team with math teacher Latitia Thomas.

Teams face off in a fast-paced format as they answer questions about biology, chemistry, Earth science, physics, energy, and math.

After getting off to a slow start and losing the first two rounds, the Diamond Bar students regrouped and won six consecutive rounds by impressive margins.

In the exciting last round, while down 14 points, DBHS buzzed in and answered the final question, along with a bonus question, earning the needed points to end the game in a tie.

“I have never been more proud to be a Brahma!” said Marquez, adding that DBHS, one of the largest public schools at the competition, was just one point away from moving on to the next round. “Our students achieved academic success while competing with class and poise. They left an indelible mark at the event.”

The National Science Bowl was created in 1991 to encourage students to excel in math and science and pursue careers in those fields. The two seniors on the DBHS team are doing just that.

Next year, Miriam Sun will study biology at Caltech, while Jeff Chow plans to focus on bioengineering at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

“Attending the National Science Bowl with some of Diamond Bar’s best and brightest was definitely a highlight from high school!” Chow said.

 

Need A Plumber?

Pastor Mark Hopper

Pastor Mark Hopper

 By Pastor Mark Hopper

I shared in my last article about discovering a major water leak at our house just before we left town for a week.  I was grumpy to have a water leak but grateful that we discovered it before we left on our trip.

I have built several room additions and helped on construction projects at our church.  I am willing to do repairs on our house, too.  The problem is that sometimes I don’t have the right tools or enough experience to finish the job.

Probably the smart thing to do is call a plumber who has the tools and experience to get the job done quickly and properly.  But, plumbers cost money.  So I thought I would try to fix the water leak myself.

As soon as we returned home from our trip, I changed clothes and got to work.  The leaky pipe was right next to the foundation.  It was the main supply line leading from the street to the pipe that enters our house.

I used my shovel and a hand tool to clear away the dirt and expose the pipe.  Thankfully, the water had dried up during the past week so I wasn’t working in a pile of mud.

I was able to cut the copper pipe below the leak and proceeded to solder a new coupling on to it.  Then I removed the valve leading to the sprinkler system and soldered a new valve on the line.  I also decided to put in a new valve on the main line to the house too.

I must say that it looked pretty good!  Progress was slow, but I was feeling confident that we would have the water on again by the end of the day.

When I got the last pieces in place, it was almost dark.  A neighbor came over to inspect my progress.  When I turned the water on again at the street, I still had a small leak!  After all of those hours digging, disassembling and repairing the water line, I still had a leak.  Bummer!

When we went to bed that night, we still had a leak in the line.  It was much smaller than the original problem, but we still had a leak.  We turned the water on briefly to shower and refill the toilets then turned it off again at the street for the night.

Early in the morning, I went back to the hardware store and got a new rubber gasket that I thought might solve the problem.  No luck – the leak was still there.  Finally, I came to my senses and called a plumber!

The plumber and his helper arrived in a few hours and they were able to fix the leak.  I didn’t feel too bad when I saw that it took him two tries to get it right!  Finally, no more leaks!

I don’t think we really appreciate having running water in our homes.  We turn the faucet and expect water in our sinks and showers.  It is very inconvenient to not have running water.  I am thankful for water that works!

I am also thankful for plumbers who come when we call and have the tools and experience to fix our problems.  Three cheers for plumbers!

I am also thankful that God comes to our aid when we call and that He is able to fix our problems.  A verse in the Bible says, “Let us draw near (in prayer) with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help (us) in our time of need” (Hebrews 4:16).

If you have a water problem – call a plumber.  If you have a personal problem – call on God.  He is ready and willing to help you in your time of need.

 

Pastor Mark Hopper is from the Evangelical Free Church of Diamond Bar, 3255 South Diamond Bar Blvd.  Sunday services are 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.  For more information, call (909) 594-7604 or visit Efreedb.org.

The Man Who Can Move Mountains

imageBy Sarah Sanchez
Moving mountains is a popular phrase that means you can do the impossible. It even talks about moving mountains in the Bible in verse Matt 17:20: “…Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”
Growing up, my dad told us that we can move mountains. He told us that we could be anything we desired if we set our mind to it. My dad taught us about life and lessons that we can’t learn from a textbook. He showed us how to love, how to laugh, and how to dream.
My dad is one of the reasons why I know what love is. He showed me unconditional love and support no matter what I did (even if I did things wrong). He showed me that marriages can still survive after 30 years, where my parents have overcame life obstacles, different stages of life, career changes, and even owning a business together. He also showed me what to look for (and what not to look for) in a husband.
When I was younger, I used to imagine my future husband taking care of me the way my dad did. I was daddy’s girl and I relied so much on my dad that I was afraid I would never be able to find that same love and support from any other man. But then, my dad taught me that I didn’t need to rely on anyone else. He taught me that I was independent and I could take care of myself if I needed to. That lesson opened by eyes to stop looking for the security in a man and to stop looking for someone to take care of me, but to instead, look for the love. No, not the same love that my dad gave me because he was the only one who can love me as a father. But instead, I looked for the love of a husband, a companion, and a best friend. Then, I ended up finding just that in a man that would end up being my husband.
You see, my dad is a man that I’ve always looked up to. He has always provided for our family and wanted nothing but the best for us. And he didn’t just tell us that we could move mountains, but he showed us too. When I was six years old, my parents packed up our things and moved us all to Walnut, where they would soon start their own company. My dad had a dream to write so he started this very newspaper from the ground up, without a journalism degree or several years of experience, like many think they need today. He had a dream to be a writer, to be a business owner, to raise his family in a great community, and to help others; and that’s exactly what he did. He showed us that we could do anything that we set our mind to do and that we can succeed at anything in our life. But most importantly, he showed us that dreams do come true.
Father’s Day is a day to honor our dads, our grandpas, or people who have been like a father in our lives. This Father’s Day, I would like to honor a man that many of you may even know, a man who started this newspaper from scratch, a man who taught us everything when he had nothing, a man who showed us how to love, how to dream and how do the impossible. This Father’s Day I would like to honor my dad: the man who can move mountains.

Diamond Bar: Free Vacation Home Checks

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Diamond Bar– Going on vacation this summer? The City of Diamond Bar encourages you to call Diamond-Bar Walnut Sheriff’s Station and add them as part of your pre-travel preparation.

The Sheriff’s Station will be offering free vacation checks for the days you will be out of town, which includes a Sheriff’s Deputy or trained Volunteer Patrol member who will perform a security inspection outside of your home. They will do inspections including: checking the doors and windows for signs of forced entry, and collection and disposing of unsolicited commercial flyers lying on the driveway or porches.

The Sheriff’s Station also suggests other ways to further protect your home while you are away including: postponing the delivery or your mail, have one of your neighbors pick up your mail or newspapers to prevent it from piling up, and installing exterior lights that operate on a dawn-to-dusk, or timer function to create the illusion that you are home.

You may contact the Sheriff’s Station to learn more about this service or request a vacation check by calling (909) 595-2264. You may also go in person by visiting the Sheriff’s Department at 21695 E. Valley Boulevard in Walnut.

Get Your Dream Home With Inland Cabinets & Countertops

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Corona – Looking to create your dream home at a quick and affordable rate? Inland Cabinets is a premier remodeling company that specializes in Kitchens and Bathrooms. Inland Cabinets has a highly skilled and experienced staff that prides themselves in providing quality workmanship in a timely manner.

Inland Cabinet’s mission is to deliver excellent customer service, skilled craftsmanship and quality cabinets at affordable prices. “We will set your mind at ease, and provide you with a hassle-free remodeling experience.”

Inland Cabinets also prides themselves on their efficient and fast-paced work. “We can provide a high quality new kitchen look for you in as little as 5 days.”

In addition, their design team can help you visualize your new dream kitchen with virtual images of various configurations. You will have the opportunity to select from a variety of styles, features, and accessories.

Inland Cabinets will take a collaborative approach in designing and installing your new cabinets. “We work with you every step of the way to ensure your specific remodeling needs are met and that your project is done right.” Inland Cabinets also offers full design services, fabrication and hassle free installation.

In addition to Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling, Inland Cabinets can also do Granite Countertops, Custom Tile Work, Flooring, Acoustic Removal, Drywall, Texture, Crown & Base Moulding, Doors, Windows, Recessed Lights, Painting, Plumbing and Custom Wall Units.

“We are confident that our customers will be proud of our work for years to come!”

Inland Cabinets is currently offering great deals. Check out page 9 of the Eastvale News for a great coupon on Granite Countertops. They will also beat any written quote!

Call Inland Cabinets today at (951) 496-4805 for a free consultation. Visit them at their website at inlandcabinets.com or check out all their five star reviews on Yelp.com.

OurWeeklyNews.com Complete Edition 6.18.16

2016-Jun18-Weekly-COVERThe Weekly News covers community news for Chino, Chino Hills, Diamond Bar, Walnut, Rowland Heights and surrounding areas of San Gabriel Valley and the Inland Empire. Click this link to access the complete issue in PDF format:2016-Jun18-Weekly-WEB

Above The Tavern: Finding Purpose

By Michael Armijo

Once again, I was above the Tavern finishing grief counseling and I held such a heavy heart.
I walked in unbroken and in spirit but as we talked openly and honestly, I came to a revaluation: this is the way I used to talk with my good friends who had passed. I guess I was in therapy each time I spoke to them. I realized a good friend is really your best therapist.
During our discussion, I explained that I came to the realization that life has many layers. And in our family, we have a buried layer of self-destruction.
For me, this layer has been buried under my friends, my job, my son, and my daughter. Well, now my son is married, my daughter is married, my job runs well, and my friends have died. So I believe that I had finally exposed the layer of self-destruction.
I had the option of going with the life of forgiveness or of the pre-programmed life of self destruction. This destruction took my sisters life, crippled my mom, and is taking the life of another sister as we speak. It wasn’t a voluntarily thought out option, but an embedded impulse that was subconsciously taught over a period of years; and unfortunately, during crucial developmental years. Thankfully, I have been able to overcome this horrendous path through the love of God and through the love of a few family members and friends who realized I was worth more in my focus than I was in my dismay. These are the ones who realized the teachings of the Bible: “everything is temporary”. These are true Christians, not the ones who are constantly pretending to be.
So what I’ve learned is that I could be an advocate or a victim. I’ve learned that what I needed to do was to find new meaning and purpose. Otherwise, the connection ends up to be empty feelings filling up with the wrong substances and people.
What was also interesting was I realized that self destruction comes in many forms, and for me it was mostly people. I had a tendency to seek some who were unhealthy for me. I had to, and continually have to, be careful of my choices.
So I must find new purpose and meaning. I must find an outlet that means a lot to me; a desire, something substantial. This great advice had brought me peace and focus. So I will continue to seek and I shall find. This is what I’ve learned, while in counseling, above the tavern.

Law Enforcement Torch Run

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Chino– On Monday, June 6, Officers from the Chino Police Department (Chino PD) and California Institution for Men (CIM) partnered to participate in the “Flame of Hope” Special Olympics Torch Run. This is an annual event that Chino PD personnel support.

The torch exchange took place at Ramona Avenue and Chino Hills Parkway, started at approximately 1 p.m. when the Chino Hills Police Department passed it onto the Chino PD and CIM. Officers ran the torch north on Ramona Avenue, east on Philadelphia Avenue, north on Monte Vista Avenue, to Phillips Boulevard, where it was then passed on to the Montclair Police Department.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run was created in 1981, and has grown to involve more than 85,000 law enforcement officers. The event is part of a larger worldwide spectrum, the officers and athletes run the torch to the Opening Ceremonies of local Special Olympic competitions, state, and national games. For children and adults with intellectual disability, Special Olympics offers free year-round athletic training and competition opportunities. Their focus is to help them become physically fit to live happier, healthier and longer lives.

7 Helpful Hacks For Quick Kitchen Cleanup

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Prepare. Eat. Clean up. Repeat. In the kitchen, it’s a never-ending cycle of conquering messes. These seven simple cleaning hacks, tips and products that will cut down time spent restoring order in your space.

  1. Start with the Sink- Before cooking, always empty the sink to make space for washing dirty items, including your hands. Combat lingering odors from garlic or onions by rubbing your hands on your stainless steel sink to remove the smell. Be sure to disinfect the sink first, as research shows that Salmonella and E. coli are found on 45 percent of kitchen sinks!
  2. Find a Fabulous Faucet- Rethink your faucet. Simplify cleanup with a high-arc pull down spout, which provides extra room for large pots and pans, and the ability to reach all corners of the sink. Plus, new spray technologies, such as Moen’s Power Clean, can provide more spray power while containing splash and minimizing mess. Greater force means faster cleanup and less water used on tough-to-rinse foods, like peanut butter.
  3. Make Microwave Miracles- Your sink and faucets are the workhorses of the kitchen, but your microwave is probably next in line. So, what happens if your eggs explode or your sauce splatters? Place a bowl of water with cut lemons in the microwave and run it until the water boils. Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the steam to loosen the splatter and then wipe clean. In the future, always cover your items with a microwave-safe lid, paper towel or even a coffee filter!
  4. Get Creative with Coffee Filters- Coffee filters are perfect for many cleaning (or mess prevention) hacks in the kitchen. They work as a spoon rest, a strainer or a wrap for ice cream cones to catch drips, and can be placed under greasy foods like bacon or french fries to soak up excess oil and cut down on cleanup (and calories).
  5. Go Streak-Free – Tired of the constant fingerprints and streaks on stainless appliances? Ditch harsh cleaners for a simple solution: water and a microfiber cloth, which feature microscopic fibers that pick up more than regular cloths. Better yet, choose faucets and appliances with finishes that repel these unsightly marks, such as Moen’s exclusive Spot Resist faucet finish, which helps resist fingerprints and water spots.
  1. Don’t Trash Food: Dispose It- More than 60 million homeowners rely on garbage disposals to assist with daily kitchen cleanup, according to Moen Consumer & Market Insights. This handy appliance can significantly reduce the amount of trash you create, which means sending less to the landfill and fewer smelly garbage cans! Choose a powerful, dependable garbage disposal, such as Moen’s complete line that quickly and powerfully grinds food scraps, allowing you to spend more time at the dinner table and less time at the sink.
  2. Protect the Pantry- Most pantry doors are shut for a reason — there’s a mess lurking in there! From sugar spills to syrup leaks, many shelves are a sticky situation. Non-adhesive shelf liners are an ideal solution for easy cleanup. The solid surface will help contain spills and, since they’re machine-washable, you can toss the liner in the wash and re-use it.

Life in the kitchen is messy, but with a few tips and updates, cleanup can be a breeze.