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North Coast Current

News online for Encinitas, Calif.

North Coast Current

News online for Encinitas, Calif.

North Coast Current

Coast live oaks, an oak tree species that Encinitas is named for, have become increasingly rare in the community as suburban sprawl has cut their habitat. (Photo by Jared Quentin, iStock Getty Images)

What’s in a name? ‘Encinitas’ can remind us of how things used to be

Charlene Pulsonetti May 26, 2023
Nature is resilient, but human activity and other factors have resulted in an imbalance. Fortunately, place names — such as “Encinitas” — can offer a glimpse into the past.
Workers at the Encinitas Starbucks coffee shop location at Leucadia Boulevard and Interstate 5 have filed a petition to unionize. (Google Street View photo)

Workers at Encinitas Starbucks location vote to unionize

North Coast Current May 22, 2023
Workers at an Encinitas Starbucks coffee shop have voted in favor of unionizing, it was announced Monday, May 22.
Workers at the Encinitas Starbucks coffee shop location at Leucadia Boulevard and Interstate 5 have filed a petition to unionize. (Google Street View photo)

Encinitas Starbucks location workers file petition to unionize

North Coast Current April 14, 2023
Workers at an Encinitas Starbucks location have filed a petition to unionize, Starbucks Workers United announced April 13.
Family-friendly event. (StatePoint)

Cool on the Coast: No fooling around when it comes to April events

Samantha Cox April 8, 2023
Event highlights for Encinitas, Oceanside, Carlsbad and the region.
The San Elijo Joint Powers Authority’s Water Campus is located on Manchester Avenue in Encinitas. (RNT Architects photo)

San Elijo JPA announces $18.3M project for water treatment upgrades

North Coast Current April 4, 2023
A project announced by the San Elijo Joint Powers Authority on April 3 aims to capture more than 7 million gallons of stormwater per year and redirect pollutants from entering the San Elijo Lagoon, in addition to other water infrastructure improvements.
North County Transit District Coaster commuter train service. (OsideNews file photo)

Stormy weather halts Coaster rail service at Encinitas

North Coast Current March 1, 2023
The North County Transit District reported disruptions to its Coaster commuter train service through Encinitas on Wednesday, March 1, as stormy weather whipped through San Diego.
A sign at La Costa Avenue and Coast Highway 101 in Leucadia directs drivers east to Interstate 5. (Photo by Doug Berry, iStock Getty Images)

Leucadia 101 Mainstreet names new board president

North Coast Current February 10, 2023
Leucadia 101 Mainstreet Association has a new Board of Directors president, the Encinitas area business group recently announced.
San Diego County beach. (Photo by Frank McKenna, Unsplash)

Cool on the Coast: Local events for a plentiful year ahead

Samantha Cox January 9, 2023
2023 has begun and we are welcoming in the new year with fun attractions to attend with family and friends. North County is hosting many local events from classic farmers markets to NOLA’s Mardi Gras.
Encinitas City Hall. (NCC file photo)

In split vote, Encinitas City Council opts to appoint successor for District 1 seat

North Coast Current December 16, 2022
The Encinitas City Council voted Dec. 14 to appoint a new member to fill the District 1 seat vacated by Tony Kranz after his recent election to mayor.
Encinitas City Hall. (NCC file photo)

Encinitas City Council members emphasize unity after inauguration

North Coast Current December 16, 2022
Housing, infrastructure, the environment and unity were common themes among three incoming Encinitas City Council members who were sworn in Dec. 13 after a contentious election season in November.
Election Day. (Photo by Element5 Digital, Unsplash)

Kranz holds lead for Encinitas mayor; District 3 close; cannabis tax winning

North Coast Current November 9, 2022
Encinitas Councilman Tony Kranz appeared headed toward a mayoral victory after voting wrapped up for the midterms on Tuesday, Nov. 8, but at least one City Council seat was in close contention, according to early results.

Point of View: What does it mean for a reporter to take a ‘hit’ for the team?

Roman S. Koenig November 7, 2022
A threat against a journalist for attempting to take the temperature of local politics warrants exposure and response.
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