Coast Cities
Del Mar doctor, philanthropist passes away
REGION — As past president of at least three local philanthropic organizations, G. Richard “Dick” Wheelock, M.D., left an indelible mark on North County, especially among the underserved and working poor in Del Mar and Solana Beach.
Ashes to Go spreads symbol of Lent and Christian message from the sidewalk
ESCONDIDO — Rev. Meg Decker of Escondido’s Trinity Episcopal Church politely approached a gentleman in a wheelchair who had just crossed the street.
Deadline approaching to sign up for mandatory healthcare coverage
REGION — All Californians are required to have healthcare coverage. Those who do not sign up for healthcare by the extended March 31 deadline will face a penalty charge for failing to have health insurance.
With new agreement, more hopping on Amtrak’s Surfliner
REGION — Passengers are increasingly boarding the Pacific Surfliner following an agreement that expanded its service.
Study rounds up county’s aerial insects
REGION — The most numerous species caught were flies, followed by butterflies and then wasps.
Supervisors continue to push for repeal of state fire fee
REGION — The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is continuing its fight against the annual fire prevention fee billed to property owners in areas where the state is financially responsible for wildfire suppression.
Mayor lauds economic progress in state of city speech
ESCONDIDO — Mayor Sam Abed lauded the economic accomplishments of Escondido and highlighted his own political agenda during his state of the city address on Wednesday.
Cities agree on a joint marketing campaign to attract businesses to North County
REGION — Cities along state Route 78 have agreed to collaborate in a joint marketing campaign to attract businesses nationwide to North County.
Measles taking over as flu cases decrease
One case of the measles reported in San Diego County
Decisions on Post Offices postponed
ESCONDIDO – Any decision on whether to close the Post Office on Escondido Boulevard has been postponed for the time being, according to a USPS spokesperson, though no reason behind any decision was given.
