​🌱 Sharp HealthCare Data Breach + Seniors Trapped By Broken Elevator

Morning, neighbors! It's Bettyann Pernice, your host of the San Diego Patch newsletter. It's a new day, rise and shine, sip that cup of joe/chai, and read on, for what's happening around town today:

• Sharp HealthCare patients alerted to data breach during Aug. 12, 2022 - Jan. 12, 2023.
• Seniors have been trapped in their apartments by a broken elevator since Jan. 28.
• Weekend Amtrak service returns in areas between Orange County and San Diego.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny.🌞High: 70, Low: 46.

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Here are four of the top stories today in San Diego:

1. A data breach at Sharp HealthCare compromised the privacy of certain patient information, such as names, ID/invoice numbers, payments and entities receiving payments. No bank account, credit/payment card information, Social Security numbers, contact information, health insurance information, dates of birth, clinical information, etc. were revealed. Sharp has since updated its online security. For more information, click here. (ABC 10 News San Diego)
2. While not stuck inside the broken elevator, these Lemon Grove seniors feel trapped, nonetheless. Since Jan. 28, they have been stuck in their apartments, unable to go to doctor appointments, to go shopping or to get some fresh air. Many use wheelchairs and walkers and cannot manage the stairs. Residents complain that the situation has gone on too long. Code enforcement was alerted concerning the situation. (CBS News 8)
3. 📢Calling all Amtrak passengers: Amtrak trains are now running again on weekends between San Diego and Orange County. Since October, damage to the tracks running along coastal San Clemente resulted in limited service. Weekday services are still suspended due to repair work, which is ongoing. Passengers may continue to use bus service until full train service is restored. Freight services have continued in a limited capacity. (KPBS)
4. San Diego chefs rolled out special meals and deals to help you celebrate Valentine's Day with your beloved. Beginning Friday, Feb. 10, restaurants will offer prix fixe dinners, dinners for two, tasting menus, wine pairings and more, with options for all tastes and budgets. Check out Patch's annual Valentine’s Day dining guide here. Prefer a more intimate celebration? Order take-out from your restaurant of choice. Happy Valentine's Day, from Patch!

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Today in San Diego:

• Get Your Steps in at the Mall — OASIS San Diego. (9 a.m.)
• Sign Language Storytime — North Clairemont Branch Library. (10 a.m.)
• Sing & Sign Toddler Storytime — Point Loma Branch Library. (10 a.m.)
• Dance Pants Party — Mission Valley Library. (10:30 a.m.)
• Art Therapy for Adults — Oak Park Branch Library. (10:30 a.m.)
• Ballet (à la carte) — OASIS San Diego. (2:15 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• SDPD & SDFD team up: "Did you know that we work closely with @SanDiegoFireDept daily to keep our community safe? From responding to emergency calls to working together on community outreach and education, we are proud to be a part of a team that truly cares about the well-being of our city. Thanks to all our firefighters for your dedication and partnership! #CommunityPolicing #Firefighters #SanDiegoPD" (San Diego Police Department via Facebook)
• MVP Pooch: "Ready for the most PAWSOME game of the year? We are beyond excited to share that we have an MVP – Most Valuable Pooch – in Animal Planet 2023 Puppy Bowl XIX! A San Diego Humane Society alum, Erin will be playing for Team Fluff in this weekend's battle for the Lombarky Trophy." (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)
• Visit a San Diego museum at half price: "#MuseumMonth is in full swing all February long! 🤩 Here are 4 new and notable things to see with 50% off the fee! 🖼: Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego 🧠: The Brain Observatory 👾: Comic-Con Museum 🏞: Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center." (Visit San Diego via Facebook)
• Classes at the garden: "Join us for a class at the Garden this month. From jewelry making, heart-shaped succulent arranging, mushroom topiary and more – this month’s schedule of classes and workshops is filled with hands-on workshops that will get you laughing and learning together to enjoy as a couple, with friends or solo!" (San Diego Botanic Garden via Facebook)
• New bike lanes: "🚨 BIG NEWS! 🚨 The City of San Diego began its resurfacing project on Park Blvd this morning. Please be prepared to reroute yourself when construction is in progress. 🚧 🦺 We have confirmation that the new resurfacing project will include protected bike lanes! This is a great win for everyone as it will connect to other cycling infrastructure for folks to travel with confidence." (San Diego County Bicycle Coalition via Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Bettyann Pernice

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