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I read “Lady Chatterley’s Lover,” my first banned book, when I was 12. My friend lent me the book, and I found the good parts by the dog-eared pages. The experience did not compromise my moral compass or corrupt me in any way I can discern. I am not recommending the book for today’s 12-year-olds, because it’s a pretty boring read, but I am advocating that a broad spectrum of books be available to students who choose to read them. more
Perhaps we Americans are overly confident in the belief that our constitutional rights, including the First Amendment right to free speech, are inviolate. more
Superheroes, villains and princesses were on full display as Oceanside Library hosted its sixth annual OceanCon. Comic, Sci-Fi, anime and video game fans displayed their creativity and took part in … more
Oceanside High School senior Ariella Rukhlin is taking her curiosity to new heights. After launching a podcast last year, “Chit-Chatting and Questioning the World,” which incorporated her … more
On one level, it’s a matter of clearing some closet space. On another, it’s a signal to let go and move on. Finally, I need to do this so my old friends can rest in peace . . . more
Car shows are a summertime staple. You’ll find them most everywhere. more
First-time author Philip Buttafuoco, of Oceanside, always wanted to write a book about his family’s immigration journey to America from Italy, but instead he has published a touching tribute to … more
In “Hamlet,” Polonius said to Laertes, “Neither a borrower nor a lender be . . ." more
When she turned 48, Hilary Topper decided to change her life. Now 60 and in better shape than ever as a triathlete, she’s encouraging others to step out of their comfort zone and make their own … more
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