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Learn how to use the county’s ‘Tell Us Now!’ app on April 13
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service April 10, 2026 (Rancho San Diego) — We’ve all been there: you’re driving through somewhere in San Diego County and run over a jagged pothole,

Four new rescues now at San Diego Humane Society’s East County hub
One of the dogs rescued by the San Diego Humane Society on Friday (Photo courtesy San Diego Humane Society) East County News Service April 4,…
La Mesa City Council grapples with housing and parking concerns
Councilmember Laura Lothian criticizing city tactics on parking issues By Alexander J. Schorr March 29, 2026 (La Mesa) — The La Mesa City council met…

Sheriff’s Department weighs in before ‘No Kings’ rallies
East County Magazine March 27, 2026 (San Diego County) — On the eve of what many are calling the largest civil mobilization in American history,…

Helix Water District electrifies East County
Helix Water District Board Member Joel Scalzitti tells the crowd at the Helix Operations Center on Vernon Way on Friday that the district’s new electrification…

East County public transportation guide to Padres Opening Day March 26
Skip Interstate 8 and ‘ride the rails’ with the Padres-wrapped Trolley East County News Service March 25, 2026 (San Diego) — With the San Diego…

Mt. Miguel High School Foundation hosts “Spring Craft Fair” April 11 to support local students
East County News Service March 23, 2026 (Spring Valley) — The Mt. Miguel High School Foundation is inviting the community to its upcoming “Spring Craft…

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…
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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.