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City looks to ban restaurant patio smoking
OCEANSIDE — City Council took the first step to ban bar and restaurant patio smoking by directing the city attorney to draft a no smoking ordinance on May 1, which will be brought back to council for a final vote.
Why I’m voting no on Prop A
By Lisa Shaffer DISCLAIMER: Consistent with government code 54965, no public resources were used in the preparation or dissemination of this statement. I prepared it on my personal computer, as a personal statement.
Murder plot foiled by cops
OCEANSIDE — Tim Lambesis, lead singer and co-founder for the heavy metal band, “As I Lay Dying”, was arrested without incident on May 7 in a retail business on Vista Way in Oceanside. Lambesis is charged with solicitation of another to commit murder.
Hydroponic farm offers glimpse into Ecke Ranch’s future
ENCINITAS — Pierre Sleiman began experimenting with hydroponic farming in his garage as a college student four years ago. These days, his company, the newest tenant on Ecke Ranch, is on the cutting edge of organic farming.
Del Mar City OKs business committee
DEL MAR — In an effort to better support downtown businesses, council members adopted a resolution at the May 6 meeting establishing an 11-member advisory committee that will offer them advice on the challenges of doing business in Del Mar.
Solana Beach celebrates Cinco de Mayo
SOLANA BEACH — A live mariachi band, dancers, game and craft booths, fun jumps, piñatas, face painting and authentic Mexican cuisine were all part of the annual Cinco de Mayo celebration at La Colonia Park on May 4.
Carlsbad agrees to lease unused property
CARLSBAD — City Council agreed to solicit proposals from private companies to lease 3.15 acres of city and Carlsbad Municipal Water District-owned land and appointed new members to city commissions and committees at its May 7 meeting.
More controversy arises over elephant rides
DEL MAR — The controversy over elephant rides at the San Diego County Fair continues after a member of the Del Mar Fairgrounds governing board of directors received what he deemed a credible threat during an April 19 lunch with fellow attorneys.
Group alleges misconduct in housing decision
CARLSBAD — Local environmentalist group Preserve Calavera has demanded the withdrawal of Carlsbad City Council’s decision approving the Quarry Creek housing development.
Bike repair business booming in Encinitas
ENCINITAS — Eric Contreras’ home overflowed with Schwinn bikes four years ago. An avid collector, his wife asked him to either get rid of the excess bicycles or open a shop.
