Deirdre Newman
member since
February 14, 2009
Deirdre
has shown interest in
Gov't + Politics, Local Science & Business, Race & Demographics, Education, Consumer Protection, Employment Issues, Media Accountability, Wealth & Poverty, Cultural Diversity, Public Health, Environment, City Infrastructure
About Deirdre Newman
I have been a print reporter for eight years in both Northern and Southern California. My main beat was as a city reporter. I have also covered education and features and sports.
Work Samples
Lawsuit by disenrolled members of the Pechanga tribe
A 19th century Temecula Indian whose life was mostly a model of getting along with others has become a lightning rod in a 21st century dispute among Pechanga Indians over who has a legitimate right to be considered part of the tribe.
Proposed hospital up for review
A proposed hospital complex on Highway 79 South that already has riled some neighbors due to concerns it will add more traffic to their streets and block their views, will come under scrutiny from the Planning Commission Wednesday.
