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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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PEDESTRIANS ROBBED AT GUNPOINT IN LA MESA
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service June 28, 2015 (La Mesa)–Two pedestrians in the 4300 block of Rosebud Lane in La Mesa were robbed at gunpoint at 12:50 this morning by
MERCADO FIRE UNDER CONTROL
Printer-friendly versionBy Paul Kruze Video with permission of Mike Anderson. June 19, 2015 (Rancho San Diego)–A full contingent of CAL-FIRE and San Diego County firefighters were called to fight a
BANDING TOGETHER
Printer-friendly version By Jaime Mirman June 18, 2015 (La Mesa)–Our own San Diego Concert Band offered a concert on June 14 at Harry Griffen Park in La Mesa. The
CLOSE LAKE JENNINGS CAMPGROUND DESPITE FINANCIAL PROGRESS? HELIX WATER BOARD VOTES WEDNESDAY
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery June 15, 2015 (San Diego’s East County) – Helix Water District’s Board of Directors will vote on whether or not to close the campground
HEALTH CARE LIBRARY’S `WELLNESS WEDNESDAY’ MEETING WILL DISCUSS HOSPICE ON JUNE 24
Printer-friendly versionJune 10, 2015 (La Mesa) — The Grossmont Healthcare District’s Dr. William C. Herrick Community Health Care Library, 9001 Wakarusa St. in La Mesa, will host a free program
FIRE INSURANCE RATES FOR HOMEOWNERS, BUSINESS TO DROP IN HEARTLAND FIRE DISTRICT—THANKS TO DISTRICT ATTAINING “RARE” TOP NATIONAL RATING
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery Photo: Heartland Fire & Rescue Chief Rick Sitta delivers good news at El Cajon Council meeting June 9, 2015 (San Diego’s East County) –
VILLAGE MERCHANTS BEGIN SELLING BOOTHS FOR OKTOBERFEST
Printer-friendly versionNo permit, no debt repayment plan yet, but the clock is ticking By Kristin Kjaero June 9, 2015 (La Mesa) – Although the City Council sent them back to
LA MESANS CALL FOR EFFECTIVE CLIMATE ACTION PLAN, PLANNERS VOTE TO RECONSIDER CITY’S CAP
Printer-friendly version By Joan Raphael Climate Action Campaign’s Executive Directore Nicole Capretz addresses legal problems of La Mesa’s CAP; Senior Planner Chris Jacobs takes notes. June 8, 2015
PICTURE THIS: LOCAL ARTIST WINS AWARDS AT DEL MAR FAIR
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery June 7, 2015 (San Diego’s East County) – Artist Chuck McPherson has picked up six awards at the San Diego County Fair at Del
LA MESA – MT. HELIX MAY ACTIVITIES
Printer-friendly version June 5 (La Mesa) — Here’s what’s happening in La Mesa this month! There are a number of food events this month, including a Fire Station pancake breakfast,