Abigail Sourwine

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Abigail Sourwine covers Carlsbad and Encinitas. She grew up in Ventura, California and studied journalism at the University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication before settling in North County. She has previous experience at The Daily Emerald and Ethos Magazine in Eugene, Oregon and The Astorian in Astoria, Oregon. For story tips and ideas, contact her at [email protected].

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Encinitas pledges support for Heritage Tree Lighting ceremony

Abigail SourwineNovember 9, 2023November 13, 2023

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ENCINITAS — For nearly 30 years, the lighting of the Encinitas Heritage Tree has symbolized volunteerism and goodwill during the holiday season. “When it’s lit...

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Carlsbad comedic performer returns to stage for one-man show

Abigail SourwineNovember 8, 2023November 13, 2023

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CARLSBAD — Patrick Combs grew up in a trailer park in Oregon, where the adults around him were grocery store clerks, mechanics and nurses, not...

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Photos: 22nd Safe Trick or Treat in downtown Encinitas

Abigail SourwineNovember 2, 2023November 2, 2023

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ENCINITAS — Trick-or-treaters, young and old, strolled down a stretch of South Coast Highway 101, enjoying goodies, games and gourds on Oct. 31 at the...

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Encinitas city manager under fire for ‘inappropriate’ text messages

Abigail SourwineOctober 30, 2023November 2, 2023

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ENCINITAS — City Manager Pamela Antil is under fire for engaging in an “inappropriate text exchange” about another city manager in her capacity as a...

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Carlsbad won’t pursue hotel tax increase to ward off structural deficit

Abigail SourwineOctober 29, 2023October 30, 2023

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CARLSBAD — Facing a structural deficit where projected ongoing spending will increase at a faster rate than ongoing revenues, the Carlsbad City Council is looking...

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Encinitas imposes strict conditions for second Moonlight Beach Half Marathon

Abigail SourwineOctober 27, 2023November 1, 2023

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ENCINITAS — The Encinitas City Council held a lengthy debate on Wednesday night about whether to approve a second-year permit for the Moonlight Beach Half...

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Carlsbad amends pot ban to allow medical cannabis deliveries

Abigail SourwineOctober 21, 2023October 26, 2023

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The Carlsbad City Council unanimously approved an ordinance allowing medical cannabis delivery services in the city starting in 2024 but placed regulations on where and...

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Carlsbad will reissue survey on traffic calming along Celinda Drive

Abigail SourwineOctober 20, 2023October 26, 2023

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CARLSBAD — The city of Carlsbad will reissue a community survey about adding traffic calming measures along Celinda Drive and several other residential streets after...

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Encinitas creates new business district to lower speed limits

Abigail SourwineOctober 20, 2023October 26, 2023

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ENCINITAS — The Encinitas City Council established a business district downtown to reduce speed limits, part of an overall goal of slowing down traffic throughout...

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Local surfers Alyssa Spencer, Jake Marshall join WSL Championship Tour

Abigail SourwineOctober 18, 2023

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Carlsbad’s Alyssa Spencer and Jake Marshall of Encinitas qualified for the 2024 World Surf League Championship Tour, one of the biggest surfing competitions in the...

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Carlsbad Chamber raises $100K for charitable foundation at centennial gala

Abigail SourwineOctober 18, 2023

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CARLSBAD — The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce continued its year-long centennial celebration with a Roaring Twenties-themed gala on Oct. 13 at The Westin. The event...

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Encinitas considers local control in discussion of legislative priorities

Abigail SourwineOctober 16, 2023October 16, 2023

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ENCINITAS — The Encinitas City Council discussed setting legislative policy priorities during its Oct. 11 meeting, outlining the city’s position on various subjects, including support...

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Carlsbad city manager receives one-time $30,000 stipend

Abigail SourwineOctober 16, 2023October 16, 2023

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CARLSBAD — The city manager will receive a one-time $30,000 stipend in addition to his $327,000 salary following an annual performance review and a round...

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Carlsbad police releases video of officer-involved shooting of teen

Abigail SourwineOctober 12, 2023October 12, 2023

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The Carlsbad Police Department released a video Wednesday evening “intended to provide an overview of the circumstances” related to the non-fatal, officer-involved shooting of a...

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Encinitas updates Olivenhain fire evacuation plan

Abigail SourwineOctober 12, 2023October 12, 2023

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ENCINITAS — Residents of the Olivenhain community in Encinitas believe the latest fire evacuation plan is a step in the right direction after years of...