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A distressing view from a downtown window: Drugs, booze, fights and filth

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Doni Chamberlain

I saw my first illegal drug sale last week. In broad daylight. It took place on a downtown Redding bench outside the Yuba Street side of the historic Lorenz building. Continue Reading →

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  • Comment on Tiramisu: Perfect make-ahead dessert, a reward for surviving the blistering summer heat by Doni Chamberlain
    In reply to Beverly Stafford. Well, I imagine you would definitely fall into a preference for the cakey tiramisu category to avoid the wetter, more pudding-like versions. Not heresy in the least. We like what we like!
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    In reply to Mike Nelson. Oh, Mike. I remember that meal well. So fun. Such a great cause. And I seem to recall you also made Bagna CĂ uda ( the Northern Italian anchovy-garlic dip). Those were good times! Thanks for the reminder.
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