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Prosecution says Prentice either killed daughter, or aided in her disappearance

By Candice Baker
Independent
Last Updated — Thursday, November 20, 2008 6:38PM PST

A district attorney painted a stark picture Thursday of Donna Prentice, the former Huntington Beach woman accused of killing her three-year-old daughter Michelle nearly 40 years ago.

LATEST NEWS

» Fire crews back home

↑ Several local agencies are working to alleviate the strain from wildfires 30 miles away that have left hundreds homeless.

» Arraignment delayed for Danny Oates murder case

↑ The arraignment of the driver who authorities say killed 14-year-old Huntington Beach resident Danny Oates in August 2007 has been postponed to Dec. 5.

» Lawyer targets expert’s report in Prentice murder case

↑ Prosecutors attempted to poke holes in a therapist’s testimony Tuesday that Donna Prentice was a victim of abuse who used various coping mechanisms to deal with the loss of her daughter.

» Bull could get sent to butcher

↑ A Huntington Beach restaurant and bar made popular by its mechanical bull ride is in danger of losing its entertainment permit, following 79 police calls on allegations like public drunkenness, assault with a deadly weapon, theft and noise disturbances since its May opening.

» H.B. woman receives Working Mom scholarship

↑ Working mother Rebecca Peyrefitte has received a full ride to American Sentinel University, an accredited online university.
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IN THE PIPELINE:
Chatting with a legend

By CHRIS EPTING
Last Updated — Wednesday, November 19, 2008 10:30PM PST

I’m sitting in the makeup chair at KOCE-TV here in Huntington Beach, getting ready to appear on Real Orange, hosted by Ed Arnold and Ann Pulice.

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    SPORTS

    Four headed for playoffs

    By Mike Sciacca
    Last Updated — Wednesday, November 19, 2008 10:30PM PST

    Football: Los Amigos, Fountain Valley, Brethren Christian and Huntington Beach qualify in respective divisions.

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    OPINION

    Skip turkey this Thanksgiving

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    By Henry Redfield
    Last Updated — Wednesday, November 19, 2008 5:42PM PST

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    POLITICS

    Developer keeps permit

    By Candice Baker
    Last Updated — Wednesday, November 19, 2008 5:35PM PST

    Commission unable to conclude Hearthside Homes willfully lied about 2005 findings.

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    PUBLIC SAFETY

    POLICE FILES: Inflatable turkey stolen from yard


    Last Updated — Wednesday, November 19, 2008 4:15PM PST

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    BUSINESS

    Dentists will match $5 for each toy donation


    Last Updated — Wednesday, November 19, 2008 4:15PM PST

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    Island Cowgirl 'Shop for a Cause' Event

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    By Sharon Eliezer
    Community Correspondent
    Last Updated — Tuesday, November 11, 2008 2:36PM PST

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    MULTIMEDIA

    AVP Huntington Beach Open Women’s Finals.


    Last Updated — Saturday, May 3, 2008 7:36PM PDT

    AVP Huntington Beach Open Women’s Finals.

    SHOP & DINE

    RESTAURANT REVIEW:
    Monkey House Café retains homey coffee house feel

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    By John Reger
    Last Updated — Thursday, November 20, 2008 6:38PM PST

    Some of my favorite memories from college are meeting friends at this little coffee house in Long Beach called Coffee Attic.

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    ENTERTAINMENT

    Musical connections

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    By Ashley Breeding
    Last Updated — Wednesday, November 19, 2008 4:43PM PST

    Anomie Belle writes poetic songs about societal issues in American culture. She’ll perform at Detroit Bar.

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    EDUCATION

    Apples not just for teacher

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    By Candice Baker
    Last Updated — Wednesday, November 19, 2008 4:43PM PST

    Nutrition Olympics teaches kids about food groups in a way that gets their heart rates up.

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    FEATURES

    PET OF THE WEEK

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    Last Updated — Wednesday, November 19, 2008 4:43PM PST

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    Live Music
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    November 21st, 2008
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    Donut Derelicts
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    November 22nd, 2008
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    6:00am - 9:00am
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    The Sudden Compliance Program Webinar Series
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    November 24th, 2008
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    Facial Treatments, Specialty Treatments, Makeup Application and Hair Waxing
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    November 25th, 2008
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    8:00am - 5:00pm
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