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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
Jeep thefts surge in La Mesa: Thieves using fob hacking to target autos
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Feb. 26, 2026 (La Mesa) — The La Mesa Police Department is sounding the alarm to the community about rising thefts of recent models of
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EAST COUNTY DAD HOSTS WORLD PREMIERE EVENT JULY 10 AND 11
Printer-friendly version By Kathy Carpenter Associate and Youth Reviewer www.sdtheatrereviews.com July 7, 2015 (La Mesa) – Frustrated as a college student screenwriter, Chris Montgomery recalls, life happened. Years later,
WATER AGENCIES TAKE DIFFERING APPROACHES TO STATE-MANDATED CUTBACKS
Printer-friendly version Helix, Padre and Otay Districts share info, tips at Chaldean Chamber meeting By Miriam Raftery July 5, 2015 (San Diego’s East County) – Representatives from Helix, Padre
FIRE HEAVILY DAMAGES 3 APARTMENT UNITS IN LA MESA
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service July 4, 2015 (La Mesa) – A two-alarm fire 8420 Buckland Street in La Mesa on Friday morning started in a kitchen and caused $325,000
FOOD DRIVE IN LA MESA JULY 8-28
Printer-friendly versionJuly 3, 2015 (La Mesa)–Mama’s Kitchen, www.mamaskitchen.org, prepares and delivers nutritious meals to San Diego men, women and children affected by HIV/AIDS. Additionally, they provide pantry services (Mama’s Pantry) and
SUSPECT SOUGHT IN LA MESA BANK ROBBERY AT ALBERTSON’S
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Photo: Surveillance image from U.S. Bank July 3, 2015 (La Mesa) – The FBI and La Mesa Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance to
85-YEAR-OLD LA MESA WOMAN DIES AFTER CRASH ON I-5
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service July 2, 2015 (La Mesa) –June Takekawa Hsu, an 85-year-old La Mesa resident, has died of injuries sustained in a crash on northbound I-5 in
TIPS ON SOLICITORS AND HOW TO STAY SAFE
Printer-friendly versionJuly 2, 2015 (La Mesa) – There have been reports of a young man with dark hair observed going through people’s mailboxes as he goes door to door in
LA MESA – MT. HELIX JULY ACTIVITIES
Printer-friendly versionJuly 1, 2015 (La Mesa) – There is a lot of free summer entertainment in La Mesa this month, including concerts in the park, a movie under the stars,
SHARP GROSSMONT HOSPITAL RECEIVES WOMEN’S CHOICE AWARD(R) AS ONE OF AMERICA’S BEST HOSPITALS FOR CANCER CARE
Printer-friendly version June 30, 2015 (La Mesa)–Sharp Grossmont was honored with a 2015 Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s best hospitals for cancer care. Sharp Grossmont is just
FREE SUMMER MOVIE IN THE PARK
Printer-friendly versionJune 30, 2015 (La Mesa) — On Friday, July 24, at La Mesita Park, the City of La Mesa presents the movie “Despicable Me 2” (rated PG). The Movie