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Former Encinitas official’s votes on Piraeus Point likely a conflict, experts say

Stephen WyerMarch 4, 2025March 8, 2025

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NOTE: Since publication, an FPPC complaint has been lodged against Blackwell over the potential violations outlined within this story. ENCINITAS — A former Encinitas City...

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Baldwin & Sons under scrutiny as Encinitas housing battle looms

Stephen WyerFebruary 19, 2025February 21, 2025

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ENCINITAS — As city officials prepare to challenge a controversial housing project before the California Coastal Commission, residents say the developer’s history of legal disputes...

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County homeowners face higher insurance rates, loss of coverage

Stephen WyerFebruary 13, 2025February 13, 2025

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SAN DIEGO — Homeowner insurance rates in San Diego County are expected to spike significantly, with some residents at risk of losing private coverage entirely...

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North County firefighters warn of local wildfire risks after LA devastation

Stephen WyerFebruary 4, 2025March 4, 2025

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ENCINITAS — Current and former firefighters in North County San Diego are raising concerns about the region’s ability to handle a large-scale wildfire, urging local...

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Carlsbad woman arrested in $85K embezzlement from lagoon nonprofit

Stephen WyerFebruary 3, 2025February 3, 2025

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CARLSBAD — A bookkeeper and consultant with the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation has been arrested on suspicion of embezzling approximately $85,000 from the organization, authorities...

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Encinitas council to take up public smoking ban in January

Stephen WyerDecember 28, 2022December 29, 2022

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ENCINITAS — The Encinitas City Council will consider adopting a smoking ban ordinance next month that would prohibit smoking in most public spaces, city officials...

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Encinitas City Council votes to appoint fifth member

Stephen WyerDecember 20, 2022December 21, 2022

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The newly sworn-in City Council voted 3-1 to appoint a replacement for new mayor Tony Kranz’s District 1 council seat....

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After years in local office, Blakespear outlines goals for Sacramento

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ENCINITAS — In a recent in-depth interview, Catherine Blakespear, a newly-elected state senator and outgoing Encinitas mayor, shared her thoughts on various state and local...

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Turkey trots in Encinitas, Oceanside draw thousands Thanksgiving Day

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ENCINITAS — Nearly 5,000 people participated in this year’s 9th Encinitas Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, raising close to $15,000 for charitable causes. The popular...

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Lyndes wins closely contested District 3 race

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ENCINITAS — Councilwoman Joy Lyndes will continue to serve as the District 3 representative on the Encinitas City Council after defeating challenger Julie Thunder by...

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Encinitas to install license plate readers

Stephen WyerNovember 21, 2022November 21, 2022

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ENCINITAS — The city of Encinitas will install seven license plate reader cameras in various locations across the city to help deter crime and assist...

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Levin, Blakespear win North County state, federal seats

Stephen WyerNovember 18, 2022November 18, 2022

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REGION — A pair of closely-watched state and federal races in North County have been called in favor of Democrats after additional election results were...

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San Dieguito slugger Tyler Howard commits to UC Davis

Stephen WyerNovember 17, 2022November 17, 2022

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ENCINITAS — A senior at San Dieguito Academy will be playing baseball next year at one of the nation’s top public universities. Tyler Howard, a...

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Debate begins over upcoming Encinitas council seat vacancy

Stephen WyerNovember 16, 2022November 16, 2022

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ENCINITAS — Local officials are discussing how best to fill the soon-to-be vacant council seat left by the city’s newly-elected mayor. Councilman Tony Kranz, who...

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Democrats widen leads in North County’s state, federal races

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REGION — Democrats in several key North County races appeared to widen their leads against their Republican challengers, according to official election results made available...