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Destination East County: Festive events in mid-April and May 2026
By Miriam Raftery April 5, 2026 (San Diego’s East County) – As April continues, drifting into the merry month of May, there are many unique…
League of Women Voters of San Diego continues nonpartisan candidate forums ahead of June primary
YouTube video screenshot of League of Women Voters’ District 2 candidate forum on March 5 East County News Service March 25, 2026 (San Diego) –…
Destination East County: April festivities and Easter events
By Miriam Raftery March 20, 2026 (San Diego’s East County) – Upcoming events in our inland region include egg hunts, a bunny bash, and a…
Advancing Healthy Communities: Building resilience in the backcountry
Printer-friendly versionCommunity Unites to Reimagine Campo’s School Field By David Shorey, Institute for Public Strategies Photo: Campo Elementary field (photo courtesy of Estrada Land Planning) December 17, 2025 (Campo) — In the
Rehabilitated bobcat released after 4-month recovery in Ramona
Printer-friendly versionPhoto courtesy San Diego Humane Society East County News Service Feb. 23, 2026 (Ramona) — A bobcat kitten was returned to her native habitat yesterday (Feb. 22) after undergoing
Destination East County: Springtime festivals and events
By Karen Pearlman Feb. 13, 2026 (San Diego’s East County) — As the chill of winter fades, seasonal events are blossoming across San Diego’s inland…
Buon appetite! New Gino & Gianni’s Pizzeria by Mamma Mia in La Mesa offers artful and delicious dining experiences
Printer-friendly versionBy Heidi Hope December 2, 2025 (La Mesa) – Gino & Gianni’s Pizzeria by Mamma Mia, a new pizza restaurant in La Mesa, evokes Italian ambience from delicious food
Destination East County: Dreamy December events to remember
Printer-friendly version East County News Service Listen to an audio version of this story. November 30, 2025 (San Diego’s East County) – ‘Tis the season to be jolly—and there’s plenty
From the Fire Chief’s Corner: Thanksgiving safety tips with a side of manners
Printer-friendly versionBy Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna November 22, 2025 (San Diego) — Thanksgiving signifies the beginning of the holiday season. Many will be spending more time in the kitchen preparing for the
ACT II provides budget-friendly and stylish women’s fashions
Printer-friendly version By Heidi Hope November 18, 2025 (La Mesa)– For 43 years, Act II has been a thriving and successful boutique offering women’s resale fashion in La Mesa’s downtown
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WILL POWER REPORT: INSTANT REPLAY FOR BASEBALL
Printer-friendly version Nothing but the Truth! Instant Replay for Baseball October 23, 2009 — I love baseball- in spite of the drugs, the drinking, the cheating, and the high
TRICK OR TREATING IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Printer-friendly version Does the thought of going house-to-house Trick or Treating make you feel uncomfortable? How about mall Trick or Treating? Mall Trick or Treating is an easy way
DOLLAR WISE DIVAS: SAVE MONEY, CREATE HALLOWEEN COSTUMES FOR LESS!
Printer-friendly version Share creative ideas to assist people of all ages with tips to save money and improve their lifestyle! By Nancy and Dawn Clement October 22, 2009 (San Diego’s East
“SPINNERS” SPARKLES: A SAVORY NEW KIND OF FAST FOOD RESTAURANT
Printer-friendly version Spinners Fresh Mediterranean Salads & Grill 2654 Jamacha Rd., Suite 101 El Cajon, California 92019 www.ilovespinners.com 619-825-5151 Open daily 11am-9pm By Leon Thompson The East County Eater
CRAFTING WITH MARY: THESE PUMPKINS ROCK!
Printer-friendly version By Mary Genser October 14, 2009 (La Mesa) –Hand-painting pumpkin stones make delightful additions to your home during Halloween and throughout the fall holiday season. You can use
VOTER’S WATCHDOG: TOP TEN PROBLEMS WITH EXPANDING ABSENTEE VOTING
Printer-friendly versionAbsentee voting has been expanded in 25 states. This reduces public controls and expands opportunity for election fraud. By guest columnist Bev Harris, Founder www.BlackBoxVoting.org October 13, 2009 —
FREE DOCUMENT SHREDDING SATURDAY
Printer-friendly version October 13, 2009 (El Cajon)- To help prevent identity theft, San Diego County Credit Union has announced that free shredding services will be available from 9 a.m. to
SYLVIA’S SOAPBOX: SENATOR MAX BAUCUS GIVES AID AND COMFORT TO….THE INSURANCE COMPANIES
Printer-friendly version By Sylvia Hampton October 11, 2009 (San Diego)–After all the right-wing screaming at town hall meetings that “government run health care“ would kill granny and throw the country
FREEBIE ALERT! CALLING ALL KIDS–FREE ADMISSION TO SAN DIEGO ZOO & WILD ANIMAL PARK IN OCTOBER
Printer-friendly version KIDS FREE DAYS for children 11 years old and younger has been expanded and is now available all during the month of October. Everybody loves our World famous
WILL POWER REPORT: TAX CREDITS FOR CLEAR CUTS?
Printer-friendly version Nothing but the Truth! By Will Power September 28, 2009–American Banks and Brokers are so desperate for new financial instruments that they invent entire new commodities to trade-
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Lemon Grove Forward Club announces annual Sock Drive for November
Printer-friendly versionSource: Lemon Grove Forward Club November 4, 2025 (Lemon Grove) – The Lemon Grove Forward Club is kicking off its annual sock drive, “Socktober,” a tradition that has made a