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Week in Review: Holiday Fun, Big Blackout
Hermosa Beach celebrates the winter holidays with a tree lighting and home decor. Plus, strong winds cause a blackout across the South Bay. Here is a roundup of the latest news.
Just in case you missed the news this week, here is a roundup of what made headlines in Hermosa Beach:
Using the N-word
In the wake of allegations that Mira Costa High School's former girls basketball coach had used with students, Patch explores the complexities behind this deep-rooted term, and its place in American sports.
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Buying '12 days of Christmas'
Each year PNC economists calculate the price tag for all gifts listed in the holiday song, "The 12 Days of Christmas." This year, seven swans swimming cost $6,300 and five golden rings cost $645. added up to $24,263.18.
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Patch gets a new look
Hermosa Beach Patch debuted a new homepage design Wednesday. If you like the look, or suggest any changes—.
South Bay blackout
Strong winds Wednesday across Los Angeles County and left more than 8,000 residents of the South Bay—including Hermosa Beach—in the dark.
Holiday tree lights up
Hermosa Beach held its annual Thursday night at the entrance to the Hermosa Pier, marking the beginning of the holiday season. Hermosa View School's ukelele band, singers from Puttin’ on Production’s White Christmas, and Santa and Mrs. Claus were all in attendance.
Holiday home decor
Patch captured on video the lavish holiday decorations featured in the annual , which was held Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Proceeds will benefit Sandpipers' philanthropic and scholarship programs, according to the group.
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