Issue: February / March 2009

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North Valley Magazine is a full-color, full-gloss bi-monthly publication providing content that celebrates the lifestyles of various communities within the North Valley. Our editorial focuses on living life to the fullest, showcasing the best of North Valley areas communicating important content to our readers. Each issue caters to our audience – our readers include active families, sophisticated young professionals, and active seniors who enjoy travel, home improvement, dining, fashion, and outdoor activities.

February / March 2009 Features

Know + Tell

By Alana Stroud 27,000 The number of people who are victims of Identity Theft every day. Arizona has the most identity theft cases of any state. The TOP 5 Richest People in 2008 1. Warren Buffet (stocks...

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Simply Savory

Onions, goat cheese, and thyme awaken the palate in this wintertime tart. By Alison Malone Brimming with robust flavor, members of the allium family—onions, garlic, leeks, scallions, chives, and shallots—are...

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Flavor Hotspots

O’Donoghue’s Irish Pub 20469 N. Hayden Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (480) 585-6329 odsaz.com Taking its inspiration and its name from one of the most popular pubs in Dublin, Ireland, O’Donoghue’s provides...

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Pet Information Highway

Which Road Do You Turn On for Legitimate Pet Care Advice? By Dr. Cliff Faver In this era of increasing media technology, we have so much often-differing information at our fingertips that it can be overwhelming...

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Get with 2009

By Alana Stroud The Irish Cultural Center’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Faire March 14, All Day 1106 N. Central Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85004 When it comes to celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, there...

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Valentine’s Day Must-Haves

By Cassaundra Brooks Sports As this issue prints, our very own Arizona Cardinals battle the Pittsburgh Steelers for the coveted Super Bowl rings and all the glory the bowl bestows. They’ve made history...

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Fifth Annual Drive the Dream Gala

Fifth Annual Drive the Dream Gala >> Childhelp, WestWorld, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale Photography by Jan Miller and Loren Anderson This annual event is Childhelp’s largest annual fund-raiser,...

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