Sunshine Gardens, Encinitas shops work to recover from flood
Julia Shapero
April 24, 2020
Sunshine Gardens and other Encinitas businesses suffered severe damage the weekend of April 10 after the San Diego region experienced unusually high rainfall. Despite the losses, the nursery and North County Olive Oil have been able to reopen. San Dieguito Tennis Club is assessing mudslide damage.
Coverage of Encinitas homeless lot dispute deepens controversy
Julia Shapero
March 13, 2020
An article in an Australian surf culture website recently sparked greater community tensions in Encinitas over the already contentious Safe Parking Program.
Leucadia merchants assess next steps after fire destroys building
Julia Shapero
October 8, 2019
The cause of a fire that tore through four local businesses in Leucadia is still unknown, authorities said. By Oct. 8, the merchants had collectively raised more than $23,000 toward rebuilding.
National historic status on horizon for Encinitas Boat Houses
Julia Shapero
August 23, 2019
The Encinitas Boat Houses, the most photographed buildings in the city, are on their way to earning a spot on the National Register of Historic Places following a vote by the State Historical Resources Commission.
SANDAG, local leaders weigh options for regional transportation plan
Joel Vaughn
July 2, 2019
SANDAG and San Diego County are putting the pieces together for a public transit system that’s a practical, alluring alternative to the congested highway, but it may be many years in the making.
Local college executives see more room for women in higher-ed leadership
Lauren J. Mapp
June 28, 2019
California State University San Marcos President Karen Haynes retired in June after five decades of working in higher education. Among her accomplishments over the years, she cites being able to lead two universities as a president. Haynes said this is a rarity in both the number of years served and for a woman to work in two presidential roles in academia.
San Elijo Lagoon restoration progressing fast into next phase
Meghan Lanigan
October 30, 2018
The San Elijo Lagoon is headed into its next phase of restoration and enhancement and looks to be ahead of schedule, according to project officials.
Agencies offer commuters options as I-5 expansion moves north
Meghan Lanigan
October 30, 2018
Caltrans and the San Diego Association of Governments are taking steps to minimize the impacts to commuters during construction as Interstate 5 construction pushes northward.
Grandfathering granny flats: Encinitas eyes state bill to help housing crunch
Joel Vaughn
August 30, 2018
Home is where the drywall is up to code, or it’s in the backyard, above the garage or an added second story. Accessory dwelling units will have a chance to be counted in Encinitas’ housing requirement.
Food, music, thrills part of upcoming Encinitas fair
Michele Leivas
April 19, 2016
Encinitas hosts its 33rd annual Spring Street Fair this weekend. Organized by Encinitas 101 MainStreet and sponsored by Scripps Health, the street fair will be held on Coast Highway 101 from D Street to J Street.
Encinitas moves forward on Pacific View site plans
Michele Leivas
March 11, 2016
The ongoing Pacific View project in Encinitas took a major step forward Feb. 24 when City Council members approved a right-of-entry agreement granting volunteer access to the property to allow for minor repairs and cleanup.
Fence, Montgomery track crossing among issues for Cardiff rail trail
Amanda Rhoades
February 24, 2016
Cardiff’s section of the Coastal Rail Trail has stirred up controversy for almost two years now, but even with the Encinitas City Council’s approval, the project isn’t rolling forward just yet.
