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The Santa Monica Star Newspaper and online edition publishes monthly in addition to E-missives we send out to connect you with local businesses and community.


Providing for Your Pet Family
After Diane Keaton’s death, there were reports that she left $5M to her golden retriever, Reggie, in a pet trust, and the bulk of her estimated $100M estate to her two children. I am not aware of any public confirmation of Ms. Keaton’s estate plan. Likely that is because her estate plan involved one or more trusts to avoid the public nature of a Probate. Diane Keaton’s provisions for Reggie recalled the famous case of the much-disliked New York entrepreneur and businesswo


Hot Days, Cold Nights: Pet Safety in SoCal Winters
Southern California Winters can swing from chilly nights to warm, dry afternoons, and both extremes can be dangerous for pets. The American Red Cross reminds owners that safety starts with knowing the numbers and taking the right precautions. When It’s Cold Even shorthaired or small pets can develop hypothermia when temperatures dip below 45 degrees Fahrenheit, which is the average low between December and February in and around Los Angeles. In the Valley, temperatures dip ev


Common Holiday Hazards That Can Affect Our Pets
• Avoid Mistletoe, Holly, and Lilies - Mistletoe and Holly can cause GI disturbances. Lilies, while not toxic to dogs, can lead to irreversible kidney failure in cats. • Avoid Tinsel - Tinsel can lead to a GI obstruction. • Christmas trees - Secure Christmas trees so that they don’t fall over. • Chocolates - Chocolates, particularly dark chocolates, can be toxic. Avoid leaving chocolate in a bag or on the counter where your dog can easily access it. Google Chocolate Toxicit


A Report From a Busy High School Student
Just like with many other words, Gen Z has adopted “faded” and evolved its definition into one that is more modern and abstract. “Faded” originates from a Latin word, “fatuus,” meaning silly or insipid. Eventually, it evolved into the French word “fade,” meaning dull or insipid. From there, the English word adopted the definition “growing weak.” Today, “faded” is the past tense of the verb “fade.” “Faded” means for something to grow faint and disappear. It can also mean for


Tips for Recovering at Home After a Hospitalization
Leaving the hospital is usually a relief, but going home doesn’t mean the recovery process is over. In fact, the days and weeks following...


Wilshire Coin Staff is Here to Help
Wilshire Coin owner Glenn Sorgenstein invites you to discover a variety of unique items in his store. Glenn Sorgenstein, owner of...
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