POLICE SEEK TWO WOMEN SUSPECTED OF PASSING STOLEN CHECKS
Printer-friendly versionFebruary 9, 2009 (San Diego’s East County) — Authorities have released photos of two women suspected of passing stolen checks in La Mesa that were taken from a vehicle in La Mesa. On January 22, 2009, an unknown suspect broke into a vehicle at Grossmont Center Mall and stole the victim’s wallet and checkbook, La Mesa Police report. Later that day a woman was caught on surveillance tape cashing one of the stolen checks at the Wal-Mart in Santee. She is described as a white female adult, 20–30 years old, heavy set with long brown hair. A second female suspect was also seen on surveillance tape with the first suspect at the Ross Store in Santee passing one of the victim’s checks. She is described as a Hispanic female, 20-30 years old, with brown or black hair, 5 foot, 4 inches and approximately 140 pounds. If you have any information on this case, please call the La Mesa Police Department at (619) 667-1400. You may also call Crime Stoppers’ anonymous toll-free tip line (888) 580-TIPS (or www.sdcrimestoppers.com). You can remain anonymous, and be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest in this case Printer-friendly version
EAST OF THE LINE: NEW PLANNING GROUP CHAIRMEN HAVE THEIR WORK CUT OUT
Printer-friendly versionBy Billie Jo Jannen Planning groups countywide have seated their newly elected members since the first of the year and Campo’s changing of the guard does nothing to dispel its image as among the most contentious in the rural East County (along with the now-legendary Ramona, Potrero and Alpine groups). The short description of the meeting might well be summed up as “Lions 0, Christians 2, after a lively clash,” and bodes another exhausting year for planning group watchers in Campo. Printer-friendly version
LAKESIDE HEARING FEB 18 ON SUNRISE POWERLINK PATH THROUGH EL MONTE VALLEY
Printer-friendly versionSan Diego Gas & Electric will be at the Lakeside Community Planning Group (LCGP) Mtg on February 18 at 7 PM at the Lakeside Community Center at 9841 Vine Street, Lakeside, CA to discuss the Sunrise Powerlink high-voltage power lines proposed for the El Monte Valley. A map and view of the proposed powerline path, which would include three sides of the valley, is at: http://www.flickr.com/gp/34534939@N07/oku65G. Printer-friendly version
CRAFTING WITH MARY: HOLIDAY BOUQUETS
Printer-friendly versionBy Mary Genser February 8, 2009 (La Mesa) — It’s easy to create festive floral arrangements to suit any occasion–all on a minimal budget. Start with a simple container such as a drinking glass, vase, pottery jar or even a metal can. You can pick up these items at discount stores or yard sales, or simply use an item from your kitchen cupboard. Wrap fabric around the container and secure it with a rubber band just below the rim. Use holiday fabric to customize your creation for Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Fourth of July, or any other special time of year. Next, trim fabric around the top, leaving enough to tuck down into the rim of your container. Secure fabric to the inner and outer rims using a hot glue gun. Tie a ribbon around your creation and if desired, add extra decorations such as glitter paint, seashells or glass beads. Add artificial flowers to suit the occasion. These projects cost little and can be completed in just a few minutes, adding festive touches to your holiday decor. Mary Genser has been doing arts and crafts for 38 years. She paints on canvas, metal, pottery, stones, wood, stone, and glass, also creating other craft items in a variety of mediums. She has buyers for her artwork in 45 states and eight countries. Printer-friendly version