Oceanside
OPD developing programs to help city’s homeless
OCEANSIDE — After receiving complaints from downtown businesses, the Oceanside Police Department is working on developing a program to connect homeless people with services that could help them obtain housing and jobs.
Budget forecast shows some good news in Oceanside
OCEANSIDE — A budget forecast shared at the City Council meeting on Wednesday, included the good news that the city’s general fund is projected to see a $4.2 million increase due to higher property tax, sales tax, and other increased revenues.
Highway 101 walk collects input for improvements
OCEANSIDE — A group of 60 community members and interested parties took part in a guided walk along Coast Highway in order to give their input on plans for Coast Highway improvements.
Big Read ends with radio recreation of ‘The Maltese Falcon’
OCEANSIDE — The monthlong community Big Read of “The Maltese Falcon” ended with a live radio recreation of the story.
Two pedestrian fatalities prompt police warnings
OCEANSIDE — Oceanside Police Department released a formal reminder to be cautious on the roadways following two pedestrian fatalities that occurred within two days.
Perondi to retire in June
OCEANSIDE — Oceanside Unified School District (OUSD) superintendent Larry Perondi announced on Feb. 26 that he would be retiring at the end of June.
OUSD dropout rate shrinks with better reporting
OCEANSIDE — In recent years, the Oceanside Unified School District (OUSD) had a reputation that no one was proud of.
U.S. citizen facing federal charges for drug trafficking
OCEANSIDE — A 48-year-old U.S. citizen and California resident is facing federal charges after U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Air and Marine found more than 500 pounds of methamphetamine hidden in a compartment of the man’s boat.
Alcohol restrictions considered for Oceanside fast food restaurants
OCEANSIDE — City Council directed staff to look into limiting alcohol sales at fast food restaurants at their Feb. 19 meeting, specifically restaurants with over the counter ordering and drive-thru services.
Tri-City foundation names executive director; still searching for CEO
OCEANSIDE — After a three-month nationwide search, Glen Newhart was selected as the Tri-City Hospital Foundation executive director and began the job on Jan. 15.
