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La Mesa ‘State of the City’ address: Crime rates drop, infrastructure work surges
Story and photos by Karen Pearlman March 21, 2026 (La Mesa) — A double-digit decline in property crime and a record-breaking year for road repairs…
Final chord at Hooley’s with Evans Academy Extravaganza March 20
Photo courtesy Facebook By Karen Pearlman March 19, 2026 (La Mesa) — For nearly two decades, the dark wood and stone hearth of Hooley’s Public…
La Mesa Conversations to host panel on immigration enforcement and local response
East County News Service March 18, 2026 (La Mesa) — As the national conversation surrounding immigration enforcement continues to intensify, local community leaders are working…
Sanctified in Swing: A benefit for Lemon Grove Arts Collective on March 28
East County News Service March 16, 2026 (East County) — An evening of music, storytelling and community will be the draw in La Mesa later…
Brain-eating Rat Lungworms found in wildlife across region, including East County
Residents, gardeners should take precautions to protect against deadly disease transmitted by snails, slugs, and animals that ingest them By Miriam Raftery March 9, 2026…
Brain-eating Rat Lungworms found in wildlife across region, including East County
Residents, gardeners should take precautions to protect against deadly disease transmitted by snails, slugs, and animals that ingest them By Miriam Raftery March 9, 2026…
Nature Day on Mt. Helix March 14: Butterflies, plants galore and more
East County News Service March 6, 2026 (Mt. Helix) – You’re invited to celebrate Nature Day at the Mt. Helix Park, where Earth Day is…
Nature Day on Mt. Helix March 14: Butterflies, plants galore and more
East County News Service March 6, 2026 (Mt. Helix) – You’re invited to celebrate Nature Day at the Mt. Helix Park, where Earth Day is…
Printer-friendly versionource: California Highway Patrol February 11, 2026 (La Mesa) – On February 11, 2026, the California Highway Patrol, in conjunction with Helix Charter High School and La Mesa Police Department
East County Chamber honors leaders, organizations at 114th annual soiree
Printer-friendly versionSycuan Casino Resort hosted the San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce’s 114th annual East County Honors Awards Gala over the weekend. Photos and story by Karen Pearlman
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ON THE AGENDA: LA MESA CITY COUNCIL SEPT. 22
Printer-friendly version By Kristin Kjaero September 19, 2015 (La Mesa) – Two development projects are on the agendas for regular and special meetings of the La Mesa City Council
“HAIRSPRAY” SHINES IN PERFORMANCE OF “EPIC PROPORTIONS”
Printer-friendly version Musical continues Sept. 17-19 in Visionary production at Pt.. Loma High Review by Kathy Carpenter Associate and Youth Reviewer www.sdtheatrereviews.com September 14, 2015 (La Mesa) –
FIRE DESTROYS HOTEL IN LA MESA
Printer-friendly version East County News Service Photo: Heartland Fire & Rescue September 15, 2015 (La Mesa)—An early morning fire has destroyed the Rodeway Inn on Spring Street in La
LOCAL ARTIST MIKE HEFNER OF SAN CARLOS ON EXHIBIT AT LA MESA HEALTH LIBRARY
Printer-friendly version East County News Service September 14, 2015 (La Mesa)–The Dr. William C. Herrick Community Health Care Library, a consumer health library at 9001 Wakarusa St. in La
WELLNESS WEDNESDAY AT THE HERRICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
Printer-friendly version“The Wise Use of Medication” on Sept. 23 September 14, 2015 (La Mesa) — Medicines can treat health problems and help you live a healthier life but must be
HISPANIC MAN IN MAROON PICKUP TRIED TO LURE GROSSMONT HIGH SCHOOL TEEN INTO VEHICLE
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery September 10, 2015 (San Diego’s East County) – Grossmont High School’s principal sent a letter to all parents yesterday warning of a apparent attempt
VEHICLES SHOT IN LA MESA
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery September 10, 2015 (La Mesa) – La Mesa Police received a call at 10:06 p.m. last night reporting shots fired in the 4400 block
A FRESH LOOK AT THE FUTURE OF LA MESA: LA MESA CONVERSATIONS
Printer-friendly version New public discussion series considers water, public safety, downtown redevelopment and urban issues central to city’s future ; first meeting Sept. 23 September 8, 2015 (La Mesa
IS THE LA MESA LIBRARY “INTERIM” OR “PERMANENT?”
Printer-friendly version Deadline swiftly approaching; residents voice displeasure By Kristin Kjaero September 7, 2015 (La Mesa) — A controversy arose at the August 11 La Mesa City Council meeting when Friends of
MAKING DANCERS’ DREAMS COME TRUE AT VISIONARY DANCE THEATRE
Printer-friendly version East County News Service Hear our radio interview on KNSJ with the co-founders of Visionary Dance Theatre: https://www.eastcountymagazine.org/sites/eastcountymagazine.org/files/audio/2015/October/Newsmakers-VisionaryDanceTheatre-final.mp3 September 7, 2015 (San Diego’s East County) – Spencer