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La Mesa Tree Lighting Ceremony Coming Nov. 7
Printer-friendly version East County News Service Nov. 4, 2025 (La Mesa) — La Mesa City Council member Laura Lothian and The Cohn Restaurant Group are partnering to transform a
Navy police officer charged with murder in death of LMPD officer pleads not guilty; bail set at $1M
Printer-friendly versionVideo capture of Antonio Alcantar, right, courtesy ECM news partner KGTV 10 News East County News Service and news partner KGTV 10 News Nov. 3, 2025 (San
Spring Valley woman sentenced for animal cruelty
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Oct. 30, 2025 (Spring Valley) — A woman has been sentenced in an animal cruelty case after San Diego County Department of Animal Services
Save a life, honor a Legend at Bill Walton Memorial Blood Drive on Nov. 5
Printer-friendly versionLast year’s inaugural Bill Walton Memorial Blood Drive hosted by the San Diego Blood Bank was in Mission Valley. This year’s Nov. 5 drive will be at Grossmont Center,
Candlelight vigil, funeral procession held for fallen LMPD Officer Lauren Craven
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Oct. 29, 2025 (La Mesa) — This past week has marked one of the most challenging stretches of time for the La Mesa Police Department
Fatal hit-and-run crash in Lemon Grove
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Oct. 27, 2025 (Lemon Grove) — An early-morning, multi-vehicle crash Sunday, Oct. 26 on state Route 125 claimed the life of a San Diego
Funeral procession for fallen LMPD Officer Lauren Craven October 28
Printer-friendly versionLa Mesa officials say to expect major traffic delays East County News Service Oct. 25, 2025 (La Mesa) — A funeral procession is planned for fallen La
Tour de Tapas starts lunch service in downtown La Mesa
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Oct. 24, 2025 (La Mesa) — Lunch service has begun at one of downtown La Mesa’s newest eating establishments. Tour de Tapas, which
Events planned to support family of La Mesa Police officer killed in car crash
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Oct. 23, 2025 (La Mesa) — At least three events are planned to honor fallen La Mesa Police officer Lauren Craven, one tomorrow night
La Mesa Police officer killed while aiding motorists after collision on I-8
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery, with additional reporting by Karen Pearlman Photo: LMPD Officer Lauren Craven, courtesy of La Mesa Police Updated Oct. 21, 4 p.m. with comments from Chief
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METHODIST GROUP IN LA MESA REACHES OUT TO LGTB COMMUNITY JUNE 6
Printer-friendly version Rare Event Affirms Welcoming Church Environment May 20, 2015 (La Mesa)–At least 400 people are expected to attend a local event that is unusual for mainstream Protestant
LA MESA FLAG DAY PARADE MAY 30
Printer-friendly versionMay 20, 2015 (La Mesa) — The American Flag will be flown proudly at the 18th annual La Mesa Flag Day Parade on Saturday, May 30th. The parade will begin
ANIMAL TALES: MARCEL, THE TRAVELING POOCH
Printer-friendly version By Mimi Pollack May 18, 2015 (La Mesa)–Whenever, he sees his Sherpa carrier, Marcel gets all excited. This doggie loves to travel which is good since his
FATAL SHOOTING IN LA MESA
Printer-friendly version East County News Service May 17, 2015 (La Mesa) – La Mesa Police responded to a call reporting a man had been shot inside a home in
WINE CLASS, TASTING & PAIRING AT SPACEBAR CAFE & WINE BISTRO JUNE 3
Printer-friendly version May 15, 2015 (La Mesa)–Want to learn more about wine but not sure where to start? @Spacebar Café & Wine Bistro invites you to a wine class, tasting
HELIX WATER BOARD WEIGHS FINES FOR EXCESS WATER USE, ADDITIONAL DROUGHT ACTIONS
Printer-friendly version By Janis Russell May 14, 2015 (La Mesa)- At yesterday’s board meeting, staff at Helix Water District presented a drought action plan and resolution to the board.
PARK STATION: WILL THE THIRD TIME BE A CHARM?
Printer-friendly versionMay 14, 2015 (La Mesa) — Park Station is coming before the La Mesa Planning Commission for the third time since the application was first submitted in 2008. The
ART OPENING & BOOK SIGNING IN THE LA MESA VILLAGE
Printer-friendly versionSunbelt Publications is holding a Spring Showcase on Thursday, May 14, from 5-9 PM at the O’Dunn Fine Art, a multi-artist show and author exposition featuring local Sunbelt authors. Brad Bruce,
LA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT YOUTH LEADERSHIP CAMP
Printer-friendly versionMay 11, 2015 (La Mesa) — The La Mesa Police Department will be hosting its 4th Annual La Mesa Police Youth Leadership Camp from June 29-July 2, 2015. The
“SUNDAYS AT SIX” SUMMER CONCERTS SERIES LINE UP ANNOUNCED
Printer-friendly versionMay 11, 2015 (La Mesa) — The La Mesa Park and Recreation Foundation announces the 14th season of the City of La Mesa’s “Sundays at Six” free outdoor concerts.