Encinitas EcoFest includes focus on native bees, monarch butterflies

North Coast Current • June 25, 2026

EcoFest returns to Encinitas Community Park on Sunday, June 28, with environmental exhibits, activities and live music planned for the annual community event.

TrueCare, Palomar Family Counseling announce merger

North Coast Current • June 18, 2026

TrueCare and Palomar Family Counseling Service plan to merge operations Sept. 1 in a move the nonprofit organizations say will preserve behavioral health services while expanding access to whole-person care in North San Diego County.

Miss Oceanside Pageant winners announced May 9

News Release • May 22, 2026

The 44th annual Miss Oceanside Scholarship Pageant was held on Saturday, May 9, at the Star Theatre in Oceanside.

Escondido Creek Conservancy sets anniversary fundraiser, events

North Coast Current • March 17, 2026

A series of anniversary hikes set to begin later this month will mark the 35th year of conservation work by the Escondido Creek Conservancy, as the organization also launches a $1 million matching fundraising campaign to expand its efforts across North San Diego County.

MiraCosta president among local Women of Impact honorees

North Coast Current and OsideNews • March 14, 2026

MiraCosta College Superintendent/President Sunita “Sunny” Cooke is among North San Diego County women recognized Saturday, March 14, by Assemblymember Tasha Boerner (D-77th District) for their contributions to the region.

Oceanside’s Rob Howard is Levin constituent of the month

OsideNews • March 9, 2026

An Oceanside community volunteer recently recognized by the city for his service has also received recognition from the office of U.S. Rep. Mike Levin. He named Oceanside resident Rob Howard his February 2026 Constituent of the Month, citing Howard’s years of volunteer work and involvement in community initiatives across North County.

Applications open for this year’s Miss Oceanside pageant

News Release • January 20, 2026

Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Miss Oceanside and Miss Teen Oceanside Scholarship Pageant, sponsored by the Oceanside Sea Lions, part of Lions International.

San Diego Food Bank opens permanent Vista facility

OsideNews • January 13, 2026

After years of operating out of leased warehouse space, the San Diego Food Bank’s North County operation now has a permanent home in Vista — one designed to grow with the region’s needs and provide a stable foundation for food distribution well into the future. The nonprofit officially opened the facility on Friday, Jan. 9.

Military support nonprofit PsychArmor names 9 to its board

North Coast Current • January 9, 2026

PsychArmor, a Carlsbad-based nonprofit focused on improving how organizations and communities support military members and veterans, appointed nine new members to its Board of Directors in 2025, including five with military experience, the organization announced Friday, Jan. 9.

Vista Community Clinic receives $3.5M grant for Dad’s Club program

OsideNews • December 30, 2025

Vista Community Clinic has received a $3.5 million federal grant that will significantly expand its Dad’s Club program, an initiative focused on supporting fathers and strengthening family stability across North San Diego County, the organization announced in November.

San Diego climate consortium honors Solana Center for its efforts

North Coast Current • December 19, 2025

Longtime Encinitas-based nonprofit Solana Center for Environmental Innovation has been named a 2025 Climate Leader by the San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative.

TrueCare launches Street Medicine Program to aid homeless

News Release • December 17, 2025

TrueCare, a nonprofit community health center serving North San Diego and Riverside Counties, recently launched its new Street Medicine Program.