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Rising fraud proving costly to lenders, Encinitas-based MoneyThumb reports

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September 16, 2025
Former San Marcos Deputy Mayor Sharon Jenkins. (Courtesy photo)

Former San Marcos Councilmember Jenkins is SMILE award recipient

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September 15, 2025
Solana Beach resident Jolene Koester, past interim chancellor of the California State University system, was recently named to the Scripps Health Board of Trustees. Her term is set to begin in January. (CSU photo)

Solana Beach resident named to Scripps Health board

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September 15, 2025
Higher education. (Photo by Ekrulila via Pexels)

Encinitas Rubio’s hosts fundraiser for chamber’s Rising Star Program

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September 15, 2025
Actor and producer Desi Arnaz, who lived in Del Mar, attends a reception in the Honeymoon Cottage, which housed the San Dieguito Art Guild, in 1971. (SDAG courtesy photo)

San Dieguito Art Guild marks 60th anniversary this fall

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September 12, 2025
E-bike use in Carlsbad is now subject to rules under a new city ordinance. (Carlsbad city photo by Kristina Chartier)

Carlsbad seeks residents’ input on e-bike rider minimum age

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September 10, 2025
Palomar College Promise program students celebrate the start of the fall semester Aug. 25 on the main San Marcos campus. (Palomar College photo)

Palomar College starts fall semester with enrollment increase

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September 3, 2025
An architectural rendering shows California State University San Marcos’ Integrated Science and Engineering Building, which broke ground July 31 and is currently under construction. (CSUSM courtesy photo)

Work underway on CSU San Marcos science and engineering building

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September 3, 2025
Oceanside Police Department. (OPD social media photo)

Oceanside sees continued drop in crime, SANDAG stats show

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August 26, 2025
TrueCare representatives hand out shirts, socks, hats and backpacks to those in need during a Healthcare for the Homeless event held in partnership with Brother Benno’s in Oceanside on Aug. 7. (Courtesy photo by Guillermo Ramirez)

Brother Benno’s, TrueCare offer homeless services for National Health Center Week

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August 13, 2025
Left to right: Bonnie Biggs, Gunnar Biggs and Maureen Simons share Carlsbad’s Citizen of the Year Award at a July 29 ceremony. (Carlsbad city photo)

Carlsbad Citizen of the Year award goes to three residents

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August 12, 2025
Encinitas Union School District students, instructors and parents participate in the district’s annual Extended School Year Summer Olympics on July 17 at Ocean Knoll Elementary School. (EUSD photo)

Encinitas Union School District hosts 26th Annual Summer Olympics for Students

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July 17, 2025
Higher education. (Photo by Ekrulila via Pexels)

North County students among credit union scholarship winners

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July 12, 2025
Downtown Carlsbad. (Photo by Steve Marcotte, OsideNews)

Carlsbad budget to remain balanced, add to reserves, city reports

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July 8, 2025
Palomar College in San Marcos is home to a sculpture designed by late artist James Hubbell, pictured July 20, 2022. The piece was installed in the campus’s arboretum in 1971. (North Coast Current photo)

Designer James Hubbell’s legacy inspires new Palomar College class

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July 8, 2025
Golf. (Photo by Will Porada via Unsplash)

Knights of Columbus announces third annual charity golf tourney

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June 24, 2025
Drinking water. (Photo by Yucel Tellici, Freeimages)

San Diego County and state water agencies settle lengthy legal battle

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June 24, 2025
MiraCosta College’s Class of 2025 celebrates graduation at the Oceanside campus on May 23. (MiraCosta College photo)

MiraCosta College celebrates graduates meeting success in challenging times

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June 2, 2025
Palomar College’s Class of 2025 celebrates graduation in the San Marcos campus’s new football stadium on May 23. (Palomar College photo)

Palomar College marks first graduation ceremony in new football stadium

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June 2, 2025
Ivey Ranch Park in Oceanside is known for its therapeutic equine programs. (Thoresen Photography, Ivey Ranch)

Ivey Ranch Park Association programs receive Sacramento recognition

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May 31, 2025
Pacific Trails Middle School physical education teacher Tyler Kuehl (center, yellow shirt) stands with members of the San Dieguito Union High School District Board of Trustees and other officials in May. (Courtesy photo)

Pacific Trails PE teacher earns statewide educator award

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May 31, 2025
Education. (Photo by NeONBRAND via Unsplash)

Encinitas kids participate in regional Global Goals Earth Day Summit

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May 14, 2025
Oceanside city sign. (Photo by albertc111, iStock Getty Images)

Oceanside certified as ‘Blue City’ for environmental efforts

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May 13, 2025
Jitters Coffee Pub in Oceanside is undergoing a transformation through a renovation and new partnerships, the three-decade business recently announced. (Jitters social media photo)

Oceanside coffee shop Jitters revamps with help of Jason Mraz

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May 5, 2025
Leucadia Wastewater District board members April 9 join teachers and students who presented on projects funded by the district’s Teacher Grant Program. From left, Elaine Sullivan, board member; June Honsberger, La Costa Canyon High School teacher; Robert Pacilio, board member; Sarah McEntee and Madisyn Parady, La Costa Canyon High School students; Alyson Thile, La Costa Canyon High School teacher; Carrie Wilson Herndon, Encinitas Union School District Farm Lab; Nancy Jois, Capril Elementary School teacher; Capri kindergartener Mila and friends; Matthew S. Brown, board member. (Photo courtesy of Rising Tide Partners)

Teachers, students share successes of Leucadia Wastewater District grants

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April 30, 2025
Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest San Diego’s Lunch Box food truck debuted at the Oceanside Farmers Market in early April. (Courtesy photo)

Local Boys & Girls Clubs launches Lunch Box food truck in Oceanside

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April 30, 2025
MiraCosta College Math Department Chair Lelia Safaralian. (MiraCosta College photo)

MiraCosta math professor honored for leadership and innovation

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April 9, 2025
Palomar College’s Learning Resource Center. (Courtesy photo)

Bond rating service affirms solid score for Palomar College

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April 9, 2025
Education. (Photo by NeONBRAND via Unsplash)

Carlsbad schools foundation fundraiser set for May 17

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March 31, 2025
College basketball champion and coach Mike Allen offers young athletes the opportunity to hone their skills through camps at his new San Marcos facility. (Mike Allen Sports photo)

Mike Allen youth basketball camps expand to San Marcos

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March 25, 2025
Drinking water. (Photo by Yucel Tellici, Freeimages)

North County water agencies further partnership to minimize costs

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March 25, 2025
MiraCosta College’s new Media Arts Complex in Oceanside is scheduled for opening this month. (Architectural rendering)

Grand opening set for MiraCosta College’s Media Arts Complex

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March 5, 2025
Community. (Photo by Clay Banks via Unsplash)

San Diego Foundation offers $1.5M in mental, behavioral health grants

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March 5, 2025
Magic. (Photo by Julius Drost via Unsplash)

Rotary Club of Encinitas magic show fundraiser returns for 39th year

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February 24, 2025
Oceanside, California. (Steve Marcotte, OsideNews)

OCEANSIDE: Museum of Art hosts events on Feb. 8 and 14

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February 7, 2025
Encinitas, California. (Ian McDonnell, iStock Getty Images)

ENCINITAS: Chamber of Commerce Community Expo on Feb. 8

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February 7, 2025
Beer. (Photo by Mimi Design Co. via Unsplash)

San Diego Brewers Guild names board leadership for 2025

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February 3, 2025
Palomar College coaches and officials celebrate the opening of the San Marcos campus’ new softball stadium on Jan. 22. (Palomar College photo)

Palomar College marks opening of softball stadium

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February 3, 2025
MiraCosta College's Oceanside campus. (Photo courtesy: MiraCosta College)

MiraCosta College receives $116K Prebys grant for student wellness

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February 3, 2025
Runners participate in the 35th annual Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K on Jan. 18. (Photo courtesy of Treat Public Relations)

35th annual Carlsbad Marathon sees 18% uptick in participants

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January 27, 2025
The reigning Miss Teen Oceanside is Ashlynn Gerard (left) and Miss Oceanside is Shawniece Walker. (Courtesy photo)

Applications open for annual Miss Oceanside Scholarship Pageant

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January 22, 2025
Movies. (Photo by Anika Mikkelson via Unsplash)

Encinitas school district Film Guild earns state education honor

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January 22, 2025
Higher education. (Photo by Ekrulila via Pexels)

San Diego Foundation pledges $4M to boost education access

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January 9, 2025
San Marcos, California. (CSU San Marcos photo)

SAN MARCOS: Learn composting for sustainable agriculture

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January 9, 2025
Encinitas, California. (Ian McDonnell, iStock Getty Images)

ENCINITAS: Free rain harvesting workshop Jan. 25

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January 9, 2025
A Palomar College Police Academy trainee participates in an obstacle course at the San Marcos campus. (Courtesy photo)

Palomar College Police Academy selected for fitness pilot program

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January 7, 2025
Carlsbad-based 24 Hour Fitness, in partnership with creative partner InGoodTaste, recently announced the launch of Your Move, an new brand initiative that challenges members to prioritize their health, wellness, and their vision for a better self. (Courtesy image)

24 Hour Fitness members exercise their power in 2025 Your Move campaign

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January 4, 2025
Technician Find of Oceanside recently announced the launch of the podcast “Blue Check Shops Interview Series.” (Courtesy image)

Oceanside-based Technician Find launches ‘Blue Check Shops Interview Series’

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January 4, 2025
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Scott Maloni joins Olivenhain Municipal Water District board

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December 11, 2024
The 2024 O’side Turkey Trot saw its largest turnout since 2017, with more than 8,300 participants on Nov. 28. (Photo by Denley Wong, San Diego Running Co.)

O’side Turkey Trot sees largest turnout in 7 years

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December 11, 2024
Carlsbad’s city sign is pictured in October 2021. (OsideNews file photo by Steve Marcotte)

Carlsbad moves Geoff Patnoe to city manager position

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December 4, 2024
This holiday season, the North Coast Current highlights news from local nonprofits, fundraisers and other outlets in support of our communities. (Hugo Humberto Plácido da Silva, FreeImages)

Carlsbad Educational Foundation marks recent initiatives on GivingTuesday

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December 3, 2024
This holiday season, the North Coast Current highlights news from local nonprofits, fundraisers and other outlets in support of our communities. (Hugo Humberto Plácido da Silva, FreeImages)

Over $100,000 in toys donated anonymously to Toys for Tots

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December 3, 2024
This holiday season, the North Coast Current highlights news from local nonprofits, fundraisers and other outlets in support of our communities. (Hugo Humberto Plácido da Silva, FreeImages)

Encinitas gym raises $110K for Challenged Athletes Foundation

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December 3, 2024
Downtown Carlsbad. (Photo by Steve Marcotte, OsideNews)

Carlsbad city manager steps down to lead Port of San Diego

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November 27, 2024
Oceanside city sign. (Photo by albertc111, iStock Getty Images)

Oceanside City Council OKs RE:BEACH pilot project location

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November 27, 2024
2081 Faraday Ave. is a 157,973-square-foot industrial corporate property in Carlsbad (Cushman & Wakefield photo)

Cushman & Wakefield brokers lease for Carlsbad corporate site

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November 26, 2024
Representatives of the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation, Encinitas Chamber of Commerce and city of Encinitas celebrate a green ribbon cutting Oct. 29 for the center’s green business certification. (Courtesy photo)

Encinitas businesses celebrate sustainability with ribbon cuttings

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November 26, 2024
Left to right: Sarah Gao from Canyon Crest Academy, Jayden Magnin from La Costa Canyon High School, Angelly Zepeda from San Dieguito High School Academy and  Kyson Hanson from Torrey Pines High School at the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce’s Rising Star of the Month event on Nov. 13. (Courtesy photo)

Encinitas chamber names high school Rising Stars of the Month

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November 24, 2024
MainStreet Oceanside (OsideNews photo illustration)

MainStreet seeks artists to apply for Oceanside Transit Center project

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November 13, 2024
Hockey. (Photo by Andy Hall via Unsplash)

Upper Deck launches NHL contest to find devoted, festive hockey fans

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November 13, 2024
Refrigerators. (Photo by Home Appliances via Unsplash)

American Freight store closing sale in Oceanside and online

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November 13, 2024
Rubio’s Chicken Tortilla Soup. (Courtesy photo)

Rubio’s Chicken Tortilla Soup returns for fall

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November 11, 2024
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside and Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito unveiled new branding as the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest San Diego County after the organizations announced their merger on June 9. (Organization photo)

Boys & Girls Clubs receives grant to support merger, programs

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November 11, 2024
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Law enforcement agencies issue safety statements ahead of Nov. 5

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October 31, 2024
Members of Solana Beach’s Culture Brewing Co. team celebrate a gold medal win at the Great American Beer Festival in Denver on Oct. 12. (Courtesy photo)

North County breweries win gold at Great American Beer Festival

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October 24, 2024
Community. (Photo by Clay Banks via Unsplash)

Oceanside foundation seeks grant applications for up to $25K

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October 23, 2024
Ballard Designs’ Solana Beach location, the brand’s first California retail footprint, opened in September. (Ballard Designs photo)

Cedros gets new furniture store as Ballard Designs reaches California dream

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October 17, 2024
Healthcare. (NCI via Unsplash)

Carlsbad foundation seeks potential projects focusing on children’s and family health

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October 16, 2024
KFMB-TV CBS 8 reporter Jeff Zevely grew up in Leucadia and is a San Dieguito High School alumnus. (CBS 8 photo)

CBS 8’s Jeff Zevely to emcee Encinitas Chamber of Commerce 60th Anniversary Celebration

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October 4, 2024
Football. (Rawpixel, iStock Getty Images)

Cathedral Catholic, St. Augustine face off in Great American Rivalry Series

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October 1, 2024
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas is pictured in the late 1970s. The Scripps Health system, founded by Ellen Browning Scripps, celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2024. (Scripps photo by Mikel J. Wilson)

Scripps Health celebrates its 100th anniversary

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September 17, 2024
Monday, Sept. 16, marked the official opening of Frontwave Arena, a new multipurpose sports and entertainment venue located in Oceanside's El Corazon Park. (Frontwave Arena photo by Kailoa Powers)

Frontwave Arena now open in Oceanside

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September 17, 2024
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Local community colleges hold special election season events

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September 17, 2024
The Indian Health Council serves nine tribes and associated reservation populations in North San Diego County. (IHC photo)

Indian Health Council gets nearly $1.4 million to support crisis line

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September 10, 2024
Picture Aug. 7 from left to right are Vallecitos Water District board member Erik A. Groset, board member Craig Elitharp, Chris Palmer of the Special District Leadership Foundation, board President Tiffany Boyd-Hodgson; board Member Jim Hernandez and board Vice President Jim Pennock. (Courtesy photo)

Vallecitos Water District receives re-accreditation with honors

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September 5, 2024
Virtual education. (SNO photo via Shutterstock)

Connections Academy at Springs kicks off inaugural virtual school year

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September 3, 2024
Left to right: Cassie Bostrom and therapy dog Harley, Anahi Witt and therapy dog Hunter, Bri Duffield and therapy dog Nala, and Nicky Moore and therapy dog Moose attend Shelter to Soldier’s Be the Light Gala on Aug. 18 at L’Auberge Del Mar. (Courtesy photo)

Shelter to Soldier raises nearly $300K at annual Be the Light Gala

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August 30, 2024
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Cardiff groups hold Encinitas mayoral forum Sept. 17

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August 27, 2024
Coastal Community Foundation founding board members are pictured Oct. 12, 2017. Standing left to right: Jeanne Orphan, Toni Seay, Anne Omsted and Carolyn Cope. Seated left to right: Helmut Kiffman, Bill Dean and Pastor Bill Harman. (Coastal Community Foundation courtesy photo by McKenzie Images)

Coastal Community Foundation merges operations with San Diego Foundation

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August 26, 2024
Encinitas resident Alyssa Spencer competes Sept. 24, 2023, in the Super Girl Surf Pro in Oceanside. (Photo by Kurt Steinmetz for ASA Entertainment)

Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro returns to Oceanside Pier Sept. 20-22

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August 23, 2024
Known for its delectable, homestyle baked goods, SusieCakes brings a taste of nostalgia and tradition to Carlsbad with its newest location in The Forum. (SusieCakes photo by Rob Williamson)

The Forum Carlsbad welcomes SusieCakes on Aug. 24

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August 21, 2024
The 2024 San Diego Giving Back Raffle sold 39,236 raffle tickets with proceeds benefiting San Diego’s Ronald McDonald House, which provides a “home away from home” for families with a critically ill or injured child. (San Diego Giving Back Raffle photo)

Oceanside resident is million-dollar winner of Giving Back Raffle

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August 20, 2024
Students at Discovery Isle Preschool in Oceanside recently donated more than $200 to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation by selling lemonade to their fellow campers, families, staff members and teachers. (Discovery Isle photo)

Discovery Isle students in Oceanside donate lemonade sales to cancer foundation

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August 20, 2024
The work of Kyle Jackson through his company, Platypi Surf. (Courtesy photo)

Work of Kyle Jackson’s Platypi Surf on display at Encinitas Community Center

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August 20, 2024
Liz Belloso and Laura Jeremiah are pictured participating in the San Dieguito River Park’s Santa Fe Valley Coast to Crest Challenge this past February. (Courtesy photo by Liz Belloso)

San Dieguito River Park seeks Coast to Crest participants

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July 1, 2024
Community. (Photo by Clay Banks via Unsplash)

Oceanside Community Foundation surpasses $1M in grants at this year’s celebration

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June 29, 2024
Healthcare. (NCI via Unsplash)

Vista Community Clinic celebrates $5M Grant for senior oral health

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May 29, 2024
Fitness. (Light Field Studios / iStock Getty Images Plus via StatePoint)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside’s program receives $14.8K grant

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May 20, 2024
Oceanside resident Jimmy Figueroa joined TrueCare has as the nonprofit’s new donor relations manager in April. (Courtesy photo by Eric Jimenez)

TrueCare taps Oceanside nonprofit executive for fundraising role

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May 15, 2024
Del Taco has launched a collaboration with Escondido-based Stone Brewing to deliver new Beer Battered Crispy Fish Tacos made with Stone Buenaveza Salt and Lime Lager. (Del Taco photo)

Del Taco partners with Stone Brewing for new Beer Battered Crispy Fish Tacos

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March 22, 2024
Urban Corps of San Diego County now offers e-waste recycling drop-off at its Escondido location. (Urban Corps photo)

Urban Corps opens e-waste drop-off site in Escondido

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March 13, 2024
Broken Yolk Cafe features two new seasonal entrees, plus a mocktail, with a fresh perspective on classics. (Broken Yolk photo by Teresa Jenkins)

Seasonal specials amp up the menu at Broken Yolk Cafe

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March 2, 2024
North San Diego County-based San Diego Brewers Guild has launched “The Capital of Craft Podcast,” recorded at The Film Hub in Vista. (Courtesy photo)

San Diego Brewers Guild launches new podcast recorded in Vista

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March 2, 2024
Retired Marine Col. John “JP” Farnam, past Support The Enlisted Project board chairman; STEP Director of Development Veronica Worthington; Lisa Farris, Callaway Golf Co. Foundation program representative; and STEP co-founder and CEO Tony Teravainen, retired Navy, celebrate the foundation’s $50,000 grant on Friday, Feb. 23. (Courtesy photo)

Support The Enlisted Project receives $50,000 grant from Callaway foundation

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February 27, 2024
If you have experienced flooding, you know that a water pump is an important part of the clean-up process, helping move gallons of water quickly and efficiently to dry out flooded basements and assist contractors on job sites. (Luftklick photo via OPEI)

Flood recovery: Tips for safely using pumps when cleaning up

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February 2, 2024
Buona Forchetta San Marcos’ new lunch special menu features a choice of one starter, such as fattore, piemonte or the soup of the day, and one main course selected from a diverse range of proteins, pastas and pizzas, including gluten-free options. (Buona Forchetta photo)

Buona Forchetta San Marcos unveils Happy Hour and lunch menus

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January 28, 2024
The Flower Fields at Carlsbad are pictured in March 2022. (Photo by Samantha Fortney via Unsplash)

Pop Up Picnic Co. returns to the Carlsbad Flower Fields in March

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January 27, 2024
Casa de Bandini is located in Carlsbad. (Courtesy photo)

Celebrate Valentine’s Day Menu for Two at Casa De Bandini and Casa Guadalajara

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January 26, 2024
Karis Ho (left) was named Miss Teen Oceanside and Rhianna Hawley (right) was named Miss Oceanside on May 13. (Courtesy photo)

Applications open for 2024 Miss Oceanside and Miss Teen Oceanside

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January 21, 2024
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