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Encinitas will explore other options for replacing overnight parking lot program

While parked in a row of cars belonging to  homeless people, a person puts a tarp over her car as she prepares to spend the night in it at a safe lot operated by Dreams for Change in San Diego, California. (Hayne Palmour IV / U-T File)
Instead of allowing homeless people to sleep in their vehicles at the community center, hotel vouchers could be used, mayor says
While parked in a row of cars belonging to  homeless people, a person puts a tarp over her car as she prepares to spend the night in it at a safe lot operated by Dreams for Change in San Diego, California. (Hayne Palmour IV / U-T File)
Author Carrie Dawn(Jennifer Coburn)

Retired preschool teacher and author develops children’s series to foster passion for learning

After 35 years as a preschool teacher, Carrie Dawn knows that young children love stories...
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LCC wins Division 3 wrestling title; Holtville rallied for D4 title

Mavericks place six wrestlers in the championship round, with four winning titles. 
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OMWD wins Collection System of the Year honors

Olivenhain Municipal Water District accepted California Water Environment Association San Diego Section’s 2025 Collection System...
An aerial view of the 2024 San Diego County Fair at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.(Nelvin C. Cepeda / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Del Mar Fairgrounds announces Los Tucanes de Tijuana, Marshmello, among summer concert lineup

The Del Mar Fairgrounds announced Feb. 10 that country-rock singer Koe Wetzel, Mexican norteño band...
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NCTD announces rail closure from Feb. 21-22

North County Transit District announced that all coastal rail service will be suspended on Saturday,...
Children helped by the Mitchell Thorp Foundation participate in the 2026 Warrior Spirit 5K Run(Jon Clark)

Mitchell Thorp Foundation holds 17th Annual Warrior Spirit 5K Run/Walk & Family Festival

The Mitchell Thorp Foundation held its 17th Annual Warrior Spirit 5K Run/Walk & Family Festival...
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Community Resource Center announces finalists for 2026 CRC Community Impact Awards

Community Resource Center (CRC) recently announced the finalists for the inaugural 2026 CRC Community Impact...
Encinitas surfer Katie McConnell drops down a massive wave during the “Thrillers at Killers” surf contest held off Ensenada, Mexico. McConnell won the event for the second time. (Photo courtesy of Billy Watts Photography)

Encinitas surfer puts fears aside, wins big-wave contest off Ensenada

Katie McConnell wins women's division at "Thriller at Killers" big-wave surf contest.
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Community event at Leichtag Commons explores Israel’s cultural scene in a time of grief and renewal

The Murray Galinson San Diego–Israel Initiative (MGSDII) is hosting a special event open to the...
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‘Let’s Make Art Social’ event for people of all ages

Striving to Serve Others and Encinitas Youth & Senior Citizen Commission will host a free...
Katie Friedrichs, principal of Oak Crest Middle School, was been named the Association of California School Administrators Secondary Principal of the Year. (Courtesy SDUHSD)

Oak Crest Middle School principal earns regional Principal of the Year honor

Katie Friedrichs, principal of Oak Crest Middle School, was recently named the Association of California...
Tony Yang, from Canyon Crest High School, swims in the 200 Medley   during Division 1 meet at Ganite Hils H.S. on Saturday, May10, 2025 in El Caon (Photo by Sandy Huffaker for The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Preview: Records poised to fall as 2026 high school swimming and diving season begins

A look at the top boys and girls to watch on the eve of the...
Ephrat Asherie Dance will be joined by pianist and composer Arturo O’Farrill for two shows Sunday, Feb. 22, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall in La Jolla. (La Jolla Music Society)

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San Diego’s Jasir Fontenot leads the Boys 110-Meter Hurdles during the prelims of the CIF State Track and Field Championships on Friday at Buchanan High in Clovis on Friday, May 30, 2025. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG)

Preview: Records poised to fall as San Diego’s high school track and field season begins

A look at the runners, field athletes and records to watch as the 2026 season...
L to R: February Rising Star students Ben Du, Canyon Crest Academy; Mason Jones, La Costa Canyon High School, Sindy Morales, San Dieguito Academy; Anthony Kim, Torrey Pines High School; and Julio Rodriguez, representing Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer, SD County District 3.(Courtesy of Encinitas Chamber of Commerce)

Four outstanding SDUHSD students honored at Encinitas Chamber February Rising Star Breakfast

The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce celebrated four exceptional high school seniors from the San Dieguito...
Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) in Del Mar on Nov. 5, 2024.  (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Levin announces funding for North County coastal projects

Encinitas, Solana Beach and Del Mar are among the cities receiving parts of $42 million...
Cullen Roche, author of “Your Perfect Portfolio.” (Cullen Roche)

All stocks? Target date investing? Copy Warren Buffett? Encinitas author’s new book probes 21 investing portfolios

Fund manager, adviser and author Cullen Roche delves into upsides and downsides of different investment...
Members at San Dieguito Chapter of the National Charity League’s recent Mother-Daughter Chapter Tea.(Lisa Kim)

San Dieguito Chapter of the National Charity League holds Mother-Daughter Chapter Tea

The San Dieguito Chapter of the National Charity League recently gathered for its cherished Mother-Daughter...
Brad Lefkowits, one of the founders of the Parents of Encinitas Union School District community group and the chair of the city’s Urban Forest Advisory Committee, announced this week that he is running for City Council. (Kristy Walker)

First candidate announces for east Encinitas council district

Brad Lefkowits, landscape design company owner, will seek seat currently held by Council member Marco...
La Costa Canyon’s Maxwell Wheeler #55 and Quinn Roth #18 celebrate after a touchdown against Carlsbad during the CIF San Diego Section Open Division semifinal at La Costa Canyon High School on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025 in Carlsbad, California. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

La Costa Canyon’s Quinn Roth heads to JC with hopes of getting bigger, better

First-team All-CIF quarterback will enroll at College of San Mateo, a two-year school, following his...
La Costa Canyon High School’s logo

La Costa Canyon girls work for 13-point win over Coastal League rival

LCC rallies in final 5 minutes to beat rival Carlsbad.
Cast members of Theatre School @ North Coast Rep’s upcoming production of  “Animal Farm”: (L-r, top row) Maeve Zavattero, Alice Price, Benedict Heaps, Kiera Hewitt; (L-r, bottom row) Harper Smith, Conor Buffini, Nicole Sample, Theodora Hoyle, Maya Rosenberg(Ben Cole)

Things to do include Theatre School @ North Coast Rep play, author show, expo, benefit event and more

Local Author Showcase The Encinitas Library will put on its Local Author Showcase from 11...
Singer Kalani Pe’a will perform Sunday, Feb. 15, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall in La Jolla. (La Jolla Music Society)

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Girl Rising Club’s Madison Cho; left, and Phoebe Capaldi, right, with Sania at this year’s open mic night fundraiser. (Courtesy The Rhoades School)

Students in Rhoades School’s Girl Rising Club committed to supporting girls education worldwide

The student-led Girl Rising Club at The Rhoades School in Encinitas recently raised $1,700 to...
The Grauer School surfers Zahara Hamzeh-D’Ovidio, Ty Morgan and Ella Stocker won big at the season’s second meet at Oceanside South Jetty. (Courtesy of The Grauer School)

Local surfers from Grauer, SDA, Oak Crest excel in Scholastic Surf Series events

Encinitas surfers have started off strong in this year’s Scholastic Surf Series At the Jan....
Students from The Grauer School performed light construction, weeding and mulching for Coastal Roots Farm as part of their school-wide Day of Service. (Courtesy of The Grauer School)

The Grauer School students, faculty honor MLK Jr. with nearly 900 hours of hands-on service with multiple community projects

Students and faculty of The Grauer School, an independent school in Encinitas, recently gave nearly...
Armand DeBacco at Moonlight Beach(Katrina DeBacco)

EnciVibes launches coastal-inspired apparel brand giving back to Encinitas schools

A new locally rooted apparel brand is making waves in Encinitas, blending coastal culture with...
A youth player shows off his skills in the new San Diego Sockers league kits. (Courtesy SD Sockers)

Rancho Santa Fe, Cardiff soccer leagues merge to form San Diego Sockers

When the 2026-27 soccer season kicks off next month, the San Diego Sockers Youth Club...
2025 An E-Bike next to a E-Motorcycle on display. Law enforcement agencies from across San Diego County and healthcare professionals hold a press conference to raise awareness of the need for safety when driving electric bicycles (E-Bikes) and electric motorcycles in Mission Beach on Monday, Sept. 8, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Alejandro Tamayo / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Encinitas to explore new regulations on e-bike use

Proposals under consideration include an age limit, confiscation of bikes when users fail to abide...
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How has San Diego County changed in 5 years? Incomes haven’t kept pace with housing costs, census data show

Data also show more than half of San Diego County renters' households are cost-burdened, spending...
Participants create and share artwork during a Striving to Serve Others intergenerational art social, designed to reduce isolation and strengthen connections between youth, seniors, and veterans.(Wendy Christensen / Striving to Serve Others)

Youth-led nonprofit ‘Striving to Serve Others’ brings generations together through creative service

Striving to Serve Others, a youth-led nonprofit run by president and co-founder Elizabeth Christensen, is...
“The Jungle Grows Back” book by Robert Kagan(Carol Pletcher)

‘The Jungle Grows Back: A Book Worthy of Serious Discussion’ February event for AAUW, public invited

The public is invited to the third annual public event designed to promote engaging discussion...
Standing: Daina Collins; Jill Ballard, Treasurer;  Nicola Carter; Lynne Tufts; Susan Vintilla-Friedman; Elfreda Skidmore; Sue DeWulf, Gallery Manager; Ilona Kariv, Laura Lowenstein; Nora Dewey; Kathy Bush, PR Chair; Rosemary Bandes; Terry Orletsky; Denise Bonaimo Sarram; Paul Richter; Nassrin Samii; Vince Jewel; Christina Zeller; Phil Pregill; Michael Dicken; Seated: Ann Gambel; Sandy Holder;  Margot Carrera; Miriam Guberek; Deborrah Henry, Floor Art Director; Lin Holzinger, Newsletter Director; Betsy Gilpin; Ann Nebolon, Secretery; Kat Bifulco; Judianne Shannon; Char Cee Colosia;Sitting on the floor: Marcy Evers, Hospitality Director; Whitney Moore, Webmaster; Han Christ, Jobs Director; Toni Williams; Cheryl Ehlers; Grace Swanson PR DirectorNot pictured: Lily Pourat, Linda Bergen(Photo by Lin Holzinger)

Annual Membership Meeting held for members of the San Dieguito Art Guild

As required by their by-laws, members of the San Dieguito Art Guild, a 501(c)3 group...
San Diego Symphony Music Director/Artistic Director Rafael Payare and President/CEO Martha Gilmer at the San Diego Symphony on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, in San Diego, CA.  (Nelvin C. Cepeda / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

San Diego Symphony’s 2026-27 season will be rich with debuts

The San Diego Symphony will be joined by leading musicians from around the world for...
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Cal Coast Cares Foundation to award over $160,000 in scholarships to local students

The Cal Coast Cares Foundation has begun accepting applications for its next round of college...
A person walks across the train tracks near Leucadia Boulevard.on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024 in Encinitas, CA. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

State grants Encinitas permission for two Leucadia rail crossings

Grandview, Phoebe projects would go along a 1.3-mile stretch of tracks where there currently are...
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National Charity League, San Diego del Norte chapter accepting applications for membership

National Charity League, San Diego del Norte chapter is now accepting applications for membership. Mothers...
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La Costa Canyon High math teacher arrested on suspicion of possessing child sexual abuse material

Joseph Zyburt, who also has taught at MiraCosta College, was booked into jail Wednesday morning.
Huda Al-Marashi, author of Hail Mariam(Jalal Jaffer)

Lessons from Hail Mariam on finding faith, friendship, and identity

The middle grade section of bookstores across the land will soon be welcoming a refreshing...
Organist Raymond Nagem will perform  Sunday, Feb. 1, at St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church in La Jolla. (Provided by Nicole Karrs)

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San Dieguito Union High School District sign(Staff file photo)

Ethnic studies course will continue to be an option for freshman English in San Dieguito

As pilot classes continue, the San Dieguito Union High School District board voted this month...
The downtown Encinitas city sign. (U-T file)

Encinitas to explore new limits on late-night business hours

Proposal requested by 7-11 franchise owner and put forward by Councilmember O’Hara could establish a...
EMT Max Gonzalez (Courtesy of AMR San Diego)

EMTs to discuss ‘What to do before help arrives’ at event open to the public

Whether you live with someone or live alone, what do you do in an emergency?...
Dr. Wesley Knapp working in the field(Dr. Wesley Knapp)

Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club guest speaker to discuss ‘Saving Plants from Extinction’

The Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club will present Dr. Wesley Knapp, CEO of the Center...
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Dr. Seuss Foundation and San Diego Foundation offer $2 million in early literacy grants through new common application

San Diego Foundation and the Dr. Seuss Foundation recently released a new common application that...
The downtown Encinitas sign. (Charlie Neuman / For The San Diego Union-Tribune)

D Street beach access staircase reopens, Grandview beach staircase to temporarily close

The D Street beach access staircase reopened to the public Jan. 21 following completion of...
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Encinitas crime and public safety log, Jan. 15-22

From crimemapping.com: Jan. 19 Possess controlled substance – 0 east block of D Street, 10:50...
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San Diego nonprofits and artists unite for one powerful night of music and community impact at Belly Up

Tuesday, March 3, will be the night San Diego comes alive at the legendary Belly...
Stock Image of water flowing from a kitchen faucet.  (Getty Images)

North County water board votes to temporarily stop fluoridation

Majority of members say employee safety concerns, not politics, necessitate discontinuing program for up to...
Andrew Rubin, author of Hell or High Winter(Courtesy of Andrew Rubin)

Writers and a Little Wine: Author event to be held at Camino Books in Del Mar

Join Camino Books in Del Mar on Sunday, Feb. 15 at 4 p.m. for an...
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Encinitas crime and public safety log, Jan. 8-15

From crimemapping.com: Jan. 14 Disorderly conduct – 1100 block of Garden View Road, 5:59 a.m....
Attendees at the San Dieguito Art Guild’s 60th anniversary reception last October.  On Saturday, Feb. 7, from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m., the public is invited to the Off Track Gallery to celebrate a special reception featuring Valentine’s Day gifts by members of the San Dieguito Art Guild. (Jon Clark)

Things to do include authors showcase, art reception, expo and more

Free local authors showcase event to be held at Encinitas Library Celebrate local authors and...
Vibraphonist Joel Ross will play Thursday, Feb. 5, in La Jolla. (La Jolla Music Society)

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Tarps cover the site of a landslide at Mariposa Point in San Clemente on Feb. 20, 2024. The Orange County Transportation Authority is building a wall to protect the tracks from additional slides. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Trains suspended again for work at Del Mar, Carlsbad and San Clemente

'Absolute work window' allows construction to proceed on tracks without rail traffic
La Costa Canyon High School’s logo

Practice makes perfect for La Costa Canyon, which beats Montgomery in MLK Basketball Showcase

La Costa Canyon improves to 16-4 with a Monday morning victory.
Three generations at Seaside Beach in Cardiff (l-r): Lauren Schmidt, Jeri Dellinger, and Charles Vander Pluym(Jenna McNicholls Photography)

100th birthday celebration held for Encinitas resident and World War II veteran

Charles J. Vander Pluym celebrated his 100th birthday on Jan. 13, 2026. The celebration was...
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3rd Annual Coast and Ranch Book Crawl to be held Feb. 7-14

All book lovers are invited to help support local libraries by joining the Friends of...
Participants in last year’s Kook Run along the coast. (Courtesy The Kook Run)

Kook Run to kick off Super Bowl Sunday

The Kook Run is back to run the coast on Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 8....
Shea O’Keefe’s yard transformation won the San Dieguito Water District’s 2025 low-water contest with its native plants and areas for insects, pollinators and more. (Ana Ramirez / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

WaterSmart makeover: A welcome to wildlife

Encinitas landscape, the 2025 landscape winner in the San Dieguito Water District, nurtures both flora...
La Costa Canyon’s Caden Hannah (2) celebrates after hitting the winning shot during the second half against Carlsbad Jan. 16, 2026 in Carlsbad, Calif. (Photo by Denis Poroy)

LCC beats Carlsbad in battle between two of North County’s best boys basketball teams

Caden Hannah's fourth 3-pointer of the fourth quarter decided the game.
(L-R, back row) Encinitas Firefighter, Encinitas Councilmember Luke Shaffer, Fire Chief Josh Gordon, Deputy Mayor Jim O’Hara, Mayor Bruce Ehlers, Councilmember Joy Lyndes, Councilmember Marco San Antonio, (front row) youth participating in the event.(Luke Harold)

Encinitas cuts ribbon on new temporary Fire Station 1

The Encinitas mayor and fire chief cut the ribbon on a new temporary Fire Station...
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Water agencies offer free rain collection workshop

Olivenhain Municipal Water District, San Dieguito Water District, and Santa Fe Irrigation District invite all...
The cast of North Coast Repertory Theatre’s “Louisa Gillis,” from left, Faline England, Caroline Renee, James Sutorius and Denise Young. (Aaron Rumley)

North Coast Rep to premiere psychological thriller ‘Louisa Gillis’

The dysfunctional family drama is the latest from "Trying" playwright Joanna McClelland Glass
Leucadia Wastewater District technicians visit Capri Elementary School in Encinitas in 2025 as part of the district’s Teacher Grants Program.(Courtesy of Leucadia Wastewater District)

Leucadia Wastewater District awards ‘Teacher Grants’

Leucadia Wastewater District grants awarded this month to three local teachers will translate into hands-on...
Encinitas Rotary Club hosted a New Year’s Eve dance for seniors at St. John the Evangelist Church (Jon Clark)

Encinitas Rotary Club hosts New Year’s Eve luncheon and dance event for seniors

The Encinitas Rotary Club held a New Year’s Eve luncheon and dance event for seniors...
Sunny Jain’s Wild Wild East will play Sunday, Jan. 18, at The JAI in La Jolla. (La Jolla Music Society)

Things to do include book signing, Charley Hoffman Foundation golf event, and more

Sean Mortimer and Tony Hawk to discuss and sign ‘Misfit: A Survival Guide’ at event...
Camarada will present “Creativity & Madness” on Saturday, Jan. 24, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall in La Jolla. (La Jolla Music Society)

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Contractors building the new railroad bridge over the Batiquitos Lagoon will begin placing sand on Ponto Beach this week. (Phil Diehl)

Sand replenishment starting at Ponto Beach in Carlsbad

Beach to be widened with sand excavated as part of railroad bridge replacement
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La Jolla Music Society launches new free lecture series, MUSIC 101, at The Conrad

La Jolla Music Society (LJMS) is launching a new, free Music 101 Lecture Series at...
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San Diego Automotive Museum to host Garage Night at IGNITE Academy

The San Diego Automotive Museum will host its first-ever Garage Night on Friday, Jan. 23, ...
Author Matthew Wolf(Jamison Erwin)

North County author releases fifth book in nine-part fantasy series

One day, while on a walk, Torrey Pines High School alum and North County resident...
Award-winning author Scott Feld with his son Dax.(Photo by Darcy Feld)

Award-winning children’s book ‘Dax to the MAX’ recognized for inspiring confidence and emotional strength in kids

Dax to the MAX, a children’s book focused on building confidence, resilience, and emotional strength,...
Michael W. Glenn(Richard Zarate Renewww Marketing)

Longtime Encinitas resident and advocate Michael W. Glenn appointed chairman of the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce recently announced the appointment of Michael W. Glenn as its...
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Community Resource Center opens nominations for 2026 CRC Community Impact Awards

Community Resource Center (CRC) is now accepting nominations for the inaugural 2026 CRC Community Impact...
Julie Tsecouras, a senior epidemiologist and molecular scientist at the San Diego County Public Health Laboratory, demonstrates how  wastewater samples are divided before concentration on Jan. 5, 2026.  (Nelvin C. Cepeda / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

County launches program that can quickly track diseases

The lab, which expands upon an effort by UCSD and Scripps Research, will use wastewater...
San Diego Opera’s Yves Abel conducts San Diego Symphony musicians during a 2024 performance of  “Don Giovanni” at the San Diego Civic Theatre. (Karli Cadel)

Irwin Jacobs creates $4.5 million fund for San Diego Opera, San Diego Symphony

The money will support hiring symphony musicians for all SDO performances for the next three...
Encinitas Councilmember Joy Lyndes.  (Joy Lyndes)

Encinitas council member won’t seek re-election in November

Encinitas Councilmember Joy Lyndes, the only remaining member of the once Democratic majority on the...
A Coaster train crosses the Loma Alta Slough near the Buccaneer Beach Park on Nov. 17 in Oceanside. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Coaster, Amtrak rail service to be suspended this weekend

Work scheduled on projects in Del Mar, Carlsbad and Leucadia
Participants at a previous Sandpipers Square Dance Club class. On Jan. 15 from 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. at La Colonia Community Center in Solana Beach square dance classes begin again.(Karen Dorney)

Things to include benefit events, expos, historical road race and more

Seacrest Foundation to present 2026 Women’s Auxiliary Golden Hearts Luncheon Seacrest Foundation will hold the...
The Hamilton de Holanda Trio will open the Athenaeum Jazz Winter Series on Tuesday, Jan. 20, at the Scripps Research Auditorium in La Jolla. Shown from left are keyboardist Salomão Soares, mandolinist de Holanda and drummer Thiago “Big” Rabello. (Courtesy Athenaeum Music & Arts Library)

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Breakfast Republic in Encinitas hosted the Rise and Shine Hospitality Group’s 14th annual Christmas Dinner for active-duty military personnel and veterans. Rise & Shine Founder and CEO Johan Engman is pictured in his Christmas pajamas in front.  (Rise and Shine Hospitality Group)

Breakfast Republic hosts military families for annual Christmas dinner

San Diego’s Rise & Shine Hospitality Group hosted its 14th Annual Christmas Dinner for active-duty...
A Cardiff holiday tradition: Preschoolers from the Children’s Atelier enjoy a magical visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus during the annual Encinitas Rotary holiday celebration at the Elks Lodge.(Kyle Thomas)

Magic at the Elks Lodge: Encinitas Rotary and Santa Claus bring holiday dreams to life for local families

The holidays officially arrived in Encinitas with a chorus of “Santa! Santa! Santa!” as local...
Masked federal agents stage outside a gate of Dodger Stadium on June 19, 2025, in Los Angeles. Many reports on tracking websites and social media of ICE raids are posted by people mistaking local police for ICE officers, experts say. Community members who then show up to protest what they believe is immigration enforcement inhibit the law enforcement activities, police chiefs say. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

From ICE to AI to IVF: What California’s new laws will mean for San Diegans

New protections for renters, employees and public school students are among the many laws taking...
The cast of North Coast Repertory Theatre’s “Louisa Gillis,” from left, Faline England, Caroline Renee, James Sutorius and Denise Young. (Aaron Rumley)

North Coast Rep to present family drama ‘Louisa Gillis’

A haunting incident from 40 years ago ignites “Louisa Gillis”, an explosive world premiere about...
A view of the Batiquitos Lagoon looking east to west. (Kathy Dickey, BLF docent)

Speaker to discuss ‘Preserving Ecosystems’ at Batiquitos Lagoon event

Batiquitos Lagoon will hold a presentation on Saturday, Jan. 10 at 10 a.m. titled “Preserving...
Michelle Risling in an October concert with Capella, the high-school-age singers, and the adult choir Sorelle. (Maurice Hewitt)

Welcome the new year with soulful young singers in Encinitas

Have you heard of the North Coast Singers Youth Chorus? This month is a great...
Austin Nelson, Kai Reinke, Mateo Ochoa, Leo Krupp, LeytonSteinbis, Matthew Oseguera, Max Martinez, Dominic O’Brien, Aiden Kennedy, Micah Martinez and Hughes Sherman. Not pictured: Bruce Baarstad, Grayson Brutlag, Hugh Crews, NolaFitzsimmons, Max Gruffydd, Preston Marble and Cole Paratore. (Encinitas Tritons)

Encinitas Tritons win Oceanside Wood Bat Tournament

The Encinitas Tritons 14U travel baseball team went on an undefeated run in the Oceanside...
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Encinitas Chamber of Commerce to hold ‘Live Boldly. Live Well.’ Senior Lifestyle Expo

The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce recently announce the return of its Senior Lifestyle Expo. “Live...
Saint Helen Philoptochos, Cardiff-by-theSea, presents a check for $20,000 to Escondido Community Child Development Center from their recent fundraiser, “Boots & Bling”. From left: Danielle Rush, ECCDC, Tasia Manassakis, Linda Kounelis, and Carolyn Koumaras, Saint Helen Philoptochos, Sara Gibbs, ECCDC, and Laure Bemis, Saint Helen Philoptochos.(Photo courtesy of Cecilia Lusky)

Saint Helen Philoptochos fundraiser donates $30,000 to Escondido Community Child Development Center and other local charities

Saint Helen Philoptochos’ western-themed fundraiser “Boots & Bling” held on Nov. 8  was an evening...
Wildlife biologist Doug Smith will speak about the “Wild Wolves of Yellowstone” on Thursday, Jan. 15, in La Jolla. (La Jolla Music Society)

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CRC CEO John Van Cleef, Robert and Janice Pollock(Micaela Malmi Photography)

Community Resource Center holds annual Jingle & Mingle holiday fundraiser

Community Resource Center (CRC) hosted its annual Jingle & Mingle holiday fundraiser on Dec. 4...
“Soda Pop Surprise” created by Lilia Mishler and Abbey Rodriguez(Jon Clark)

Ada Harris School’s annual 6th grade Toy Fair features creative student projects

The Ada Harris Elementary School 6th grade students used a variety of talents to design...
The Bishops School’s Lola Conway (1) celebrates scoring during Saturday’s CIF San Diego Section Open Division Field Hockey Championship game played against Canyon Hills High School at La Jolla High School in San Diego, CA. (Xavier Hernandez  / For The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Bishop’s star Lola Conway highlights All-CIF field hockey teams

A look at the best high school girls field hockey players in San Diego during...
La Costa Canyon’s Chloe Katz hits during a match against Poway in October. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune File Photo)

La Costa Canyon’s Chloe Katz highlights All-CIF girls tennis team

A look at the best high school girls tennis players in San Diego during the...
Eastlake High School’s Jaelyn Williams crosses the finish line at Saturday’s Brooks National Cross Country Championships at Balboa Park. (Phil Grooms)

Jaxon Northcutt, Jaelyn Williams highlight All-CIF cross country teams

A look at San Diego's best cross country runners during the 2025 season.
The iconic Encinitas city sign in downtown Encinitas. (Alison Billing)

Encinitas Council approves 4-year contract with firefighters’ association

Pay raises planned each year, with the coming year’s rate being 5 percent
Jayson Carpenter, right, and his wife Shane hug each other after a large Torrey pine in front of the home they rent on Oxford Avenue in Cardiff was knocked over by strong winds hitting San Diego County on Wednesday. (Hayne Palmour IV / For The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Christmas Eve storm packs wild winds across San Diego County, killing 1

Powerful winds knock out power to some 14,000 SDG&E customers and delay airline flights.
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