Commentary: Grass, Gleason, O’Harra and Chaya for Tri-City Healthcare District Board
By Jerry Kern & Chuck Lowery Some things are more important than politics. When it comes to the health and wellness of our local community,...
Jerry Kern
San Marcos voters elect Jones for mayor, remain split on key races
San Marcos voters rendered a split decision of sorts in the race for mayor and City Council districts 1 and 2. ...
Oceanside council approves medical marijuana deliveries
A split City Council voted on Sept. 5 to allow two medical marijuana delivery businesses to establish hubs in parts of the city zoned for...
District 5 Board of Supervisors candidates break down the issues
The Coast News spoke with each candidate about how they would approach each issue to ensure North County remains viable and attractive for residents, businesses...
Discussions flicker on city electronic messaging sign
The suggestion of a city electronic messaging sign was met with opposition from a vocal group of residents April 11. Deputy Mayor Chuck Lowery and...
My plan for economic development in North County
Recently, I released “A Blueprint for Prosperity,” my plan for economic development in North County. Should I be fortunate enough to serve as your next...
Ocean Hills community considers water options
The Ocean Hills housing community is considering more cost effective ways to water its greenbelts. Options on the table are connecting to city recycled water...
O’side invites applicants to apply for city treasurer
Oceanside verified election results and swore in its re-elected city officials on Wednesday. Election winners included deceased city treasurer Gary Ernst, who passed away in...
Oceanside elects deceased treasurer
Deceased City Treasurer Gary Ernst prevailed over challenger Nadine Scott in Tuesday’s race....
Oceanside councilman asks voters to support deceased candidate for city treasurer
OCEANSIDE — Since the passing of City Treasurer Gary Ernst, Councilman Jerry Kern has been outspoken in asking city voters to continue to support the...
Letters to the Editor
Waste of a vote? Wow! Councilman Jerry Kern is advocating that Oceanside voters waste their vote on a candidate (Gary Ernst) who has sadly passed...
No council vote on support for a state bag ban
Councilwoman Esther Sanchez shared her support for a state single-use plastic bag ban that will be on the November ballot, but fellow council members did...
City leads charge to move San Onofre spent fuel off-site
City Council unanimously adopted a......
Oceanside puts off recognition ceremony
OCEANSIDE — The Oct. 15 City Council meeting opened with a request from Councilman Jerry Kern, and a second from Councilwoman Esther Sanchez, to postpone...
Oceanside strikes up a MOU with management employees
OCEANSIDE — City Council approved an memorandum of understanding with management employees on June 11 that ensures employees comparable pay to other city employees....