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Windmills generating power in Mojave. (Photo by Shawn Bagley, Unsplash)

Oceanside, Vista now part of Clean Energy Alliance utility

OsideNews April 17, 2024
Oceanside and Vista joined other North San Diego County cities this month in an alternative network to supply energy to their residents.
The train tracks near the Encinitas commuter rail station are pictured July 16, 2022. (Photo by Laser1987, iStock Getty Images)

Point of View: Recent railroad deaths need serious attention, not social media theories

Roman S. Koenig April 10, 2024
The reasons for this year’s increase in deaths along North San Diego County’s train tracks might be tougher to ascertain in the short term, but what our communities don’t need are loose theories and crass comments about the victims.
The train tracks near the Encinitas commuter rail station are pictured July 16, 2022. (Photo by Laser1987, iStock Getty Images)

North County officials urge train safety awareness following spike in fatal hits

Patrick Doyle April 8, 2024
A recent uptick in fatal train collisions in San Diego County is raising alarm bells for city and law enforcement officials. The number of deadly incidents along the rails has spiked this year, renewing concerns over access to mental health services for people at risk of suicide.
Visitors enjoy a ride at the Encinitas Spring Street Festival on April 28, 2013. (NCC file photo by Scott Allison)

It’s spring full speed ahead with Encinitas, Carlsbad street fairs

North Coast Current April 3, 2024
Spring enters full bloom with two of coastal North San Diego County’s biggest events of the season, the Encinitas Spring Street Fair and Carlsbad Village Street Faire. In keeping with the street fairs’ opportunities for community connections, local business support, live entertainment and food, the region’s local farmers markets look to sunnier days with their offerings this spring as well.
Local officials join San Dieguito Union High School District students on March 6 for the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce’s Rising Stars event. Left to right: San Diego County Sheriff’s Department Capt. Christopher Lawrence; Canyon Crest Academy student Ruby Gao; La Costa Canyon High School Klew Delos Santos; San Dieguito High School Academy student Ruben Duarte; Torrey Pines High School student Rami Kabakibi; Encinitas Deputy Mayor Allison Blackwell; Encinitas fire Capt. William Frisch; and Encinitas fire Capt. Jesse Nelson. (Encinitas Chamber of Commerce photo)

San Dieguito district students named Rising Stars for March by Encinitas chamber

North Coast Current March 22, 2024
Students from San Dieguito Union High School District campuses were recognized as Rising Stars for their outlooks on education and contributions to the community Wednesday, March 6, by the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce.
STEM education refers to science, technology, engineering and math. (Photo by Dan MacDonald, Freeimages)

North County: Send summer camp notices to the Current and OsideNews

North Coast Current and OsideNews March 16, 2024
The North Coast Current and OsideNews seek news releases and notices about upcoming educational and recreational programs for the summer.
San Dieguito High School Academy in Encinitas is pictured in an aerial view on April 10, 2021. (Photo by Thomas De Wever, iStock Getty Images)

San Dieguito high school district earns enviable spot on national survey

North Coast Current February 26, 2024
It appears that the San Dieguito Union High School District is high on parents’ envy list of the most desirable districts in the U.S., according to survey results released on Feb. 26 by Test Prep Insight.
Rain. (Pete Nowicki, Unsplash)

Deluge brings more rain, flooding, closures to North San Diego County

North Coast Current and OsideNews February 7, 2024
The latest major storm to sweep through the region met or exceeded predictions as North San Diego County residents faced significant rainfall and flooding this week.
The documentary “Six Triple Eight,” which tells the story of 855 Black women who were sent in 1945 to England and France to clear the backlog of mail in the European Theater of Operations, is being screened by the Vista-based nonprofit Foundation for Women Warriors on Feb. 21 in celebration of Black History Month. (Courtesy photo)

Celebrate Black history, support local markets during February

North Coast Current February 5, 2024
With a month as damp as February, it might be easy to forget that our region’s farmers markets are active at this time of year. This month’s Spotlight includes a rundown of our community farmers markets, which are open with winter hours. February marks Black History Month as well, and institutions offer a variety of programs highlighting the contributions of local and national figures to our communities, nation, and world.
This graphic shows San Diego County excessive rainfall risks from the National Weather Service. (NWS graphic)

Batten down for major rain event through Tuesday, forecasters say

North Coast Current February 4, 2024
North San Diego County residents should prepare for torrential rain Sunday through Tuesday as a large storm fed by an atmospheric river moves through Southern California, forecasters warned.
Emergency lights. (Ariel Camilo, FreeImages)

Fight leads to stabbing in Solana Beach, authorities report

North Coast Current January 31, 2024
Authorities arrested a man after a stabbing in Solana Beach early Wednesday, Jan. 31, according to an incident report.
Rep. Mike Levin, D-49th District, tours bluff-side train tracks in San Clemente on Jan. 25, where landslide that blocked tracks in the area a day before. (Levin Office social media photo)

Rep. Mike Levin announces federal funds to shore up coastal rail lines

North Coast Current and OsideNews January 26, 2024
In the wake of another landslide affecting rail travel between Oceanside and Orange County, Rep. Mike Levin, D-49th District, announced the securing of millions of dollars in federal funds to address ongoing challenges to the Los Angeles-San Diego-San Luis Obispo Rail Corridor, known as LOSSAN.
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