June 2016
East County Magazine
PEDESTRIAN KILLED IN ALPINE
Printer-friendly version East County News Service Updated June 24 with information from the CHP June 22, 2016 (Alpine) — A 64-year-old woman walking her dog was struck and killed by a car this morning at South Grade and Calle de Compadres near Wright’s Field in Alpine. The accident caused temporary closure of South Grade Road. According to the California
PADRES LOSE SWEEP OPPORTUNITY. AGAIN.
Printer-friendly version By Liz Alper Photo courtesy @Padres on Twitter June 22, 2016 (Baltimore) – The Padres looked to build the momentum from their big win against the Os last night and sweep them tonight. No rain delay tonight, so the game was underway at the scheduled start time: 4:05 p.m. Erik Johnson took the mound for San Diego
EVACUATION ORDERS LIFTED FOR WESTERN POTRERO
Printer-friendly version East County Wildfire & Emergency Alerts June 22, 2016 (Potrero) –CAL FIRE reports that an evacuation order has been lifted for the following areas for some Potrero residents at 4 p.m. and for the general public at 6 p.m.: West of Potrero Valley Road at Potrero Valley West of Potrero General Store at 25125 State Route 94, including
LA MESA LION’S CLUB ‘S FIRST FEMALE PRESIDENT RECALLS DECADES OF SERVICE TO COMMUNITY
Printer-friendly version By Chisato Iversen June 22, 2016 (La Mesa) — From helping the blind to supporting Meals on Wheels and Toys for Tots, the La Mesa Lions Club has long been a driving force to help local people in need. East County Magazine sat down for an exclusive interview with Marge Dyke, former La Mesa Lion’s Club president.
ANIMALS DYING IN POTRERO,OFFICIALS REFUSE ACCESS TO AID LIVESTOCK AND PETS IN EVACUATION AREA
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery Photo courtesy County Animal Services: Dog rescued from Border Fire by reporter Joe Little from ECM news partner 10 News on Highway 94 in Potrero. The County is seeking the owner of the dog, which suffered four burned paws. June 22,2016 (Potrero) – A humanitarian crisis is occurring in Potrero, where fire and
CHICKEN FARMER DEVASTATED BY LOSSES–AGAIN
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery Photo, left: Cal Fire firefighter douses hot spots during Border Fire June 22, 2016 (Potrero)—Joe Cebe, Sr. lost everything at his chicken farm in Ramona during the 2003 Cedar fire. He suffered more losses in the 2007 firestorms, when his Potrero ranch operations were disrupted. Now during the Border Fire, he’s suffered devastating
NEED HELP WITH LARGE ANIMALS OR PETS DURING THE FIRE? HERE ARE UPDATED RESOURCES
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery June 22,2016 (San Diego’s East County) – If you’re evacuating from the Border Fire, be aware that the Circle T Ranch is filled to capacity. The County advises that large animal shelters are available at the Boulevard Customs and Border Protection station on 2463 Ribbonwood Rd. in Boulevard and has provided contact numbers for
MAYOR ARAPOSTATHIS ANNOUNCES IMPROVEMENTS TO LA MESA AT CHAMBER BREAKFAST
Printer-friendly version By Liz Alper Photos by Liz Alper June 22, 2016 (San Diego) – A sold-out crowd packed the Garden Room at Marie Callender’s in the College Area for the La Mesa Chamber of Commerce’s breakfast with La Mesa mayor Mark Arapostathis. Mayor Arapostathis spoke about the renovation of University Ave. The sidewalk is going to be renovated
GET READY FOR SANTEE’S SUMMER 2016 CONCERTS IN THE PARK
Printer-friendly version Thursdays June 16-August 25 East County News Service June 22, 2016 (Santee) – In Santee, summertime means it’s time to grab a beach chair or blanket and head down to the outdoor performance stage to hear live music at Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Drive. Now in its 33rd year, the 10-concert series
ANZA-BORREGO DESERT STATE PARK WON’T LIMIT OFF-TRAIL ACCESS, STATE PARKS OFFICIALS SAY
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery June 22, 2016 (Anza-Borrego) – A proposal to ban off-trail hiking and other activities at sensitive areas of state parks won’t apply in the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. The Anza Borrego Foundation and others raised concerns about impacts on recreational experiences for visitors and about lack of adequate public notice. After our article ran,
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