Damien Newton
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Damien is the executive director of the Southern California Streets Initiative which publishes Santa Monica Next, Streetsblog Los Angeles, Streetsblog San Francisco, Streetsblog California and Longbeachize.
How Was Your Bike to Work Day?
This morning, the City of Santa Monica and much of Los Angeles County celebrated Bike to Work Day. The annual celebration of bike commuting...
Santa Monica Next Is Looking for a New Editor
It's taken me nine days to get over the shock of losing Jason, but Santa Monica Next is ready to move on and is...
City Takes First Steps Towards Fulfilling Promise of Green Pier Initiative
At long last, businesses on the iconic Santa Monica Pier are beginning to have green trash and recycling options as part of the pier's...
Santa Monica’s State Senator Wants to Make It Easier for Cities to Raise Funds for Affordable Housing
Legislation authored by Senator Ben Allan, S.B. 961 is winding it's way through the state legislature. The "Neighborhood Infill Finance and Transit Improvement Districts...
Santa Monica Next Looks for New Editor as Jason Islas Moves On
Big Bird GIF from Bigbird GIFsAstute readers may have noticed a very small, almost insignificant change. the last couple of days. Jason Islas, who...
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Locals’ Night Returns to the Santa Monica Pier on March 20 with Live Music, Classic Cars, and Community Fun
The following is a submission from the Pier Corporation.The...
SMC Opens Spring 2025 Masters of Dance Series March 26
The following is a submission from Santa Monica Community...
Streetsblog Checks Out the Santa Monica Bergamot Station First/Last Mile Construction
It is very much still a construction site, but...
State Announces Nearly $300 Million in Grants for Safe Streets
We'll have more details on Santa Monica specific grants...