Friday, May 11, 2012
The President told ABC News that his thinking has 'evolved' on the subject of same-sex marriage. How do you feel about his announcement?
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Friday, May 11
President Obama told ABC's Good Morning America on Wednesday that he now supports same-sex marriage. The President—who still supports states deciding the issue on their own—said his personal views had gone through an "evolution" based on conversations with family and friends and the views of his own daughters. "They are much more comfortable with it," the president told Robin Roberts in an interview to be shown on Good Morning America Thursday. Excerpts aired Wednesday night on ABC’s World News with Diane Sawyer. ”You know, Malia and Sasha, they have friends whose parents are same-sex couples," President Obama said in the interview. "There have been times when Michelle and I have been sitting around the dinner table and we’re talking about…
Thursday, May 3, 2012
A parent urges New Haven officials to "keep the heart and soul of the district healthy" in exchange for her "yes" vote on Measure H.
This district used to be like a super healthy body. Over time, it’s had a few setbacks but made adjustments to continue to be healthy and provide a great education. With the latest proposed cuts — especially to choir and band — the body as a whole will suffer. The heart will be irreparably damaged. I understand and empathize with you for the position the state has put you in. However, I also am an optimist and am convinced that there’s a solution lurking that will allow these vital programs to continue. I would even advocate for more furlough days because I would rather have fewer days of quality, well-rounded education than more days of education without a heart. I am willing to invest in you — and our future — by voting yes on Measure…
Monday, April 2, 2012
Take our poll and tell us where Union City residents should get their taxes done.
Hey, slackers. Income taxes are due soon. Do you need to get your taxes done but don’t know where to go? Well, here’s to hoping that your neighbors will pull through and tell you where. So Union City residents, where is the best place to get your taxes prepared in town? Take our poll below to choose among: If there is another local spot that we missed, tell us in the comments section below. Remember, receiving the most votes does not automatically make you a winner. Make sure you click on the links above and rate the business on its Union City Patch Directory listing, and leave a review. The business with the most verified votes will receive 10 points, the business with the second most verified votes will receive 8 points, and the business…
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Local children share their thoughts on love for Valentine's Day.
It's a question that we all ask ourselves at least once in our lifetimes: What is love? Well, these local kids think they know the answer. And from video games and vegetables to mom and dad, they proudly share with you what they love this Valentine's Day. So take a look at the video above to see what they had to say. Enjoy and Happy Valentine's Day! Do your children want to chime in? Upload a video or photo of him or her to our video gallery above with their thoughts on what love is.
Friday, February 10, 2012
What do readers want Congressman Stark to talk about? Tell us in the comments.
Congressman Pete Stark’s next two town meetings are scheduled to be held Saturday at 9 a.m. at the Ruggieri Senior Center in Union City. The second meeting will be at the Hayward City Hall 11 a.m. Stark represents the residents of the 13th District of California, which includes Union City, Newark, Fremont, Hayward and San Lorenzo. Are you attending either meeting? What issues are you itching to hear Congressman Stark address? Patch us your thoughts and questions in the comments section.
Monday, February 6, 2012
St. Rose Hospital strapped for funds
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Monday, February 6
From County Supervisor Nadia Lockyer: My Word: Why St. Rose Hospital Must Survive For almost 50 years, St. Rose has provided cost effective and high quality care to both the insured and uninsured residents of Hayward and South County communities. St. Rose is what a hospital should be, deeply rooted in the community it serves, focused on quality patient care and operated with a commitment to its mission and the belief that health care is a right, not a profit center. St. Rose provides 35,000 emergency department visits annually and more than half of its inpatient care is for low income patients. While a private hospital governed by an independent board of directors, St. Rose plays a critical role in Alameda County’s safety net system. …
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Learn how to succeed in staying fit this year with tips from Personal Trainer Nicole Thompson.
February is National Snack Food Month, but that doesn't mean you should cave in to candies and chips. Many people don’t know the difference between a “healthy snack” and a marketing ploy. In our busy lives it is so convenient to eat on the run, but what to eat? There’s a lot of confusion out there, and the labels on the boxes don’t help. Let’s throw out the boxes! In this time, we have amazing access to information through the web. Kaiser Permanente has some great programs you can access online, for FREE. An easy place to start is to “fill up on fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and other healthy options. You'll also find out how to cut down on processed foods that are high in sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats.” A great way to start is…
Friday, January 13, 2012
Also, a list of five local restaurants that play sports games.
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Friday, January 13
It's time to break out your red and gold gear. Saturday's 49ers and Saints game has everyone talking and making bets, even the mayors of San Francisco and New Orleans. San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee and New Orleans Mayor Mitchell Landrieu have made a friendly wager against one another. The bet? Lee will be devouring Louisiana seafood, Abita beer and a Sucre king cake if the 49ers win, but if they lose, he'll be sending Landrieu seafood from San Francisco, Boudin sourdough bread and Anchor Steam beer. "Our 49ers are a source of pride for San Francisco and the entire Bay Area," Lee said in a statement. "While I'm excited to make this bet with Mayor Landrieu, we have no intention of sending anything to New Orleans. Go Niners!" Landrieu countered…
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Columnist and personal trainer Nicole Thompson, "Coach Nic," looks into how to stay healthy during and after the holiday season.
With holiday parties, work parties and family get-togethers, this could be the hardest time of year for people to stay on their diet or exercise routines. Many tend to gain weight during this time, starting with Halloween candy, Thanksgiving food coma, Christmas cookies and New Year’s celebrations and cocktails. Here are a few tips and resources for keeping it off and maybe even improving your health! Resources from Kaiser Permanente While there are benefits to being a Kaiser Member, they have much to offer to the community as well. Some programs are offered online, including podcasts and videos. There are also in-person programs, which may require a small fee, but many are also free of charge. There are some great online resources to …
Sunday, December 25, 2011
The holidays prompt us to think about what has changed and what has remained the same. Sometimes reminiscing can be difficult... but healthy.
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Sunday, December 25, 2011
I have always loved the holiday season, but I've had the blues this year. They've been coming with waves of nostalgia, memories, reflection and regrets. Anything and everything triggers the nostalgia, that bittersweet yearning for the past. All the Christmas songs extolling this most beautiful time of the year, the sparkling lights, the smell of our tree, the taste of ginger in a Starbucks latte. And then there are all the Christmas shows and movies. Because I'm a sucker for their seasonable brand of sentiment, I’ve been hitting those pretty hard: White Christmas and A Christmas Carol at the Lesher Center; San Francisco Ballet’s The Nutcracker; and a late-night viewing of the 1945 romantic comedy Christmas in Connecticut. These sights, …
Tim
9:59 am on Friday, May 11, 2012
You already know the answer to that questions. But, this is no "evolution", it's a John Kerry "I was for it before I was against it" moment. Back in 1996 as an IL state Senator, Obama was FOR gay marriage. That position became to inconvenient for him to run on a national stage. He's always been for gay marriage, and that's just fine with me. It's pandering bullshit that I have a problem with. … more ›