Encinitas
Writing group helps veterans find their voice
ENCINITAS — The feeling of hopping into a plane in the middle of the night and preparing for a nuclear strike might seem like the domain of a fiction writer.
Task force conducts compliance check on sex offenders in North County
ENCINITAS — The Encinitas Sheriff’s Station in conjunction with the Sexual Assault Felony Enforcement (SAFE) Task Force conducted 36 compliance audits on sex offenders who live in Encinitas, Solana Beach, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Del Mar and Rancho Santa Fe.
Excavation to improve health of the San Elijo Lagoon
CARDIFF-BY-THE-SEA — On Monday, earthmovers began carting more than 25,000 cubic yards of sand out of the San Elijo Lagoon and onto the beach.
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.
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.
Long-term beach nourishment project takes step forward
ENCINITAS — The city has been working on a 50-year sand replenishment plan for 10 years. After two hours of public speakers, the project cleared a key hurdle Wednesday night.
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.
Encinitas council to weigh in on 50-year sand replenishment plan
ENCINITAS — One of Encinitas’ most precious resources will be mulled over next week at City Hall: Sand.
Unique college readies for inaugural graduating class
ENCINITAS — Two years ago, Dr. Frank J. Papatheofanis made a major career move by retiring from his teaching position at UCSD Medical School to fulfill a personal goal: to launch St. Katherine College, an undergraduate college of liberal arts and sciences that integrates Orthodox Christian principles.
