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Oceanside Fire Department. (OsideNews file photo)

Oceanside rescuers save 7 total in separate boating incidents

OsideNews November 10, 2025
Oceanside lifeguards and firefighters pulled two people from the water on Friday, Nov. 7, after their sailboat was hit by large waves while entering the harbor — one of two serious ocean rescues that took place within five days, authorities reported.
Using a microscope and display monitor, students identify microbes from a wastewater sample during Water Career Day at the San Elijo Joint Powers Authority Water Campus in Encinitas on Oct. 22. Biology plays a key role in treating wastewater. (Photo by Chris Kokotos, San Elijo Joint Powers Authority)

Students explore opportunities at San Elijo JPA Water Career Day

Adam Kaye November 9, 2025
Nobody stops needing water — and that means the water industry never stops needing skilled workers. To show students what that future can look like, three local water agencies teamed up to host the 2025 Water Career Day on Oct. 22 at the San Elijo Joint Powers Authority Water Campus in Encinitas.
Oceanside city sign. (Photo by albertc111, iStock Getty Images)

Next phase of water, sewer work to begin in early ’26

News Release November 7, 2025
Oceanside will begin construction on the Downtown Water and Sewer Replacement Phase II Project in early 2026, the second of a five-phase program to replace aging water and sewer mains throughout Downtown Oceanside.
Students are shown outside the Palomar College Student Union in San Marcos on Feb. 5, 2025, during the first week of the spring semester. (Palomar College photo)

Palomar, other local colleges helping students with food access

North Coast Current and OsideNews November 5, 2025
Palomar College is focusing on food assistance for students affected by the federal government shutdown, which has delayed CalFresh benefits for many across North San Diego County.
Palomar College Superintendent/President Star Rivera-Lacey speaks during the grand opening of the San Marcos campus softball field on Jan. 22. (Palomar College photo)

Palomar College President Star Rivera-Lacey leaving for Riverside

North Coast Current and OsideNews November 4, 2025
Palomar Community College Superintendent/President Star Rivera-Lacey is leaving at the end of the month after four years with the district, she announced early Tuesday, Nov. 4.
Emergency lights. (Ariel Camilo, FreeImages)

Swimmer rescued after search near Oceanside Pier

OsideNews October 26, 2025
A swimmer was pulled from the water in critical condition Friday, Oct. 24, after a large-scale ocean rescue near the Oceanside Pier, authorities reported.
Oceanside city officials review the Tyson Street Beach site slated for sand replenishment beginning Oct. 27. (Oceanside city photo)

Sand set for Oceanside’s Tyson Street Beach

News Release October 26, 2025
Oceanside will begin its first official opportunistic sand placement project, guided by the city’s Sand Compatibility Opportunistic Use Program permits.
Rep. Scott Peters (D-50th District), second from left, attends Interfaith Community Services’ annual meeting Thursday, Oct. 23 in Escondido. (Interfaith Community Services photo)

Interfaith Community Services launches fund to offset federal cuts

News Release October 25, 2025
At its annual meeting on Thursday, Oct. 23, Interfaith Community Services, North San Diego County’s largest social services agency, launched its People for People Fund, a new community fund designed to urgently and directly provide support to individuals and families most affected by recent federal funding cuts and policy changes.
Oceanside Police Department. (OPD social media photo)

Authorities close two business in prostitution investigation

OsideNews October 22, 2025
A yearlong investigation has resulted in the closure of two massage businesses after reports of alleged human trafficking, the Oceanside Police Department announced Monday, Oct. 20.
A screen capture from social media video, which was also shared during open comments at a recent Encinitas City Council meeting, shows a man being detained by an agent at an apartment complex near Quail Gardens Drive on Oct. 15 in Encinitas. (Social media image)

Encinitas and Oceanside contend with increasing ICE enforcement

Teal Davis October 21, 2025
Following recent federal immigration enforcement activity, Encinitas and Oceanside have supported several approaches to address increasing actions in their communities.
Oceanside Police Department. (OPD social media photo)

Oceanside police arrest 2 suspects in string of 35 burglaries

OsideNews October 19, 2025
Authorities arrested two suspects Wednesday, Oct. 15, in connection with more than 35 commercial burglaries that occurred in Oceanside during September downtown and along the College Boulevard and Marron Road corridor, the Oceanside Police Department reported.
The Victorian at Hill Street is located in one of Oceanside’s remaining historic Victorian homes. (Courtesy photo)

The Victorian at Hill Street launches brunch in historic building

News Release October 18, 2025
Locals and out-of-towners alike can travel back in time, oohing and aahing over juicy rosemary chicken set upon a beautifully crisp waffle or a Tuna Nicoise Salad topped with perfectly ripe tomatoes in one of Oceanside’s most historic buildings with the launch of brunch at newly opened, locally owned The Victorian at Hill Street.
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