North Coast sees heavy New Year’s rain; San Diego breaks record

North Coast Current and OsideNews • January 1, 2026

North San Diego County recorded notable rainfall over the New Year’s holiday as a series of storm systems continued to move across Southern California.

Santa Ana breezes and warmth set to make way for rainy New Year’s

North Coast Current and OsideNews • December 30, 2025

Forecasters are predicting a notable stretch of wet weather to sweep through North San Diego County this week as a slow-moving storm system brings widespread rain to coastal and inland communities.

Magic at the Elks: Encinitas Rotary, Santa bring holiday cheer to families

Kyle Thomas • December 24, 2025

The holidays arrived in Encinitas with a chorus of “Santa! Santa! Santa!” as local Rotarians transformed a recent simple afternoon into a magical milestone for local preschoolers and their families Monday, Dec. 22.

North County cities urge caution as holiday storm approaches

North Coast Current and OsideNews • December 23, 2025

Light rain arrived earlier than predicted Tuesday, Dec. 23, as North San Diego County braced for a wet Christmas week as weather officials and local governments advised residents to prepare for heavy rain, breezy conditions and possible flooding.

OCEANSIDE: ‘Christmas Spectacular’ Dec. 21 at Star Theatre

OsideNews • December 20, 2025

A “Christmas Spectacular” holiday variety show is set for Sunday, Dec. 21, at the Star Theatre in downtown Oceanside, offering a mix of live music, comedy and seasonal entertainment before Christmas week. The performance begins at 5 p.m. and runs about two hours.

ENCINITAS: Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden through Jan. 4

North Coast Current • December 20, 2025

Lightscape has returned to the San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas for the holiday season, bringing an after-dark walking trail of illuminated art installations to the garden’s grounds. The event runs on select evenings now through Jan. 4.

Encinitas city division supports family in Boys & Girls Clubs program

North Coast Current • December 19, 2025

The Encinitas city Engineering Department recently “adopted” a family of four through the Boys & Girls Clubs Adopt-a-Family program, the city announced Thursday Dec. 18.

Interfaith Community Services holiday event helps 343 families, clients

News Release • December 19, 2025

Thanks to the generosity of donors, volunteers and community partners, Interfaith Community Services' Holiday Sponsor-A-Family program served 343 families and residential clients this holiday season at Winterfaith Wonderland on Saturday, Dec. 13.

SAN MARCOS: TERI Players perform ‘A Christmas Carol’ Dec. 16 and 17

North Coast Current • December 5, 2025

The TERI Players will present their adaptation of “A Christmas Carol” at the Bornemann Theatre in San Marcos on Dec. 16 and 17.

North Coast merchant groups set for Small Business Saturday Nov. 29

North Coast Current and OsideNews • November 19, 2025

North San Diego County’s coastal communities are set to embrace a more personal and community-focused alternative to the post-Thanksgiving retail rush, with local business districts rolling out a slate of events for Small Business Saturday at the end of November.

Encinitas Holiday Street Fair returns for 41st year Nov. 23

North Coast Current • November 17, 2025

Encinitas is gearing up for one of its biggest downtown traditions as the 41st Annual Encinitas Holiday Street Fair returns on Sunday, Nov. 23, bringing a full day of vendors, live music, food and family activities to Coast Highway 101.

3 ways you can help tackle hunger, strengthen communities this season

Family Features • November 15, 2025

The holiday season is often a time of joy, connection and celebration. For millions of families across the country, however, it is also a season of uncertainty, wondering how to put food on the table or meet other essential needs. According to the USDA, more than 47.4 million people in the United States experience food insecurity each year.