Margaret Thatcher’s San Diego Legacy: Gift in Basement of S.D. City Hall

During a December 1990 visit to Mayor Maureen O'Connor, president of ADT left book of speeches.

Drive the Debate: I-5 Express Lane Expansion, Bike Trails on Agendas

Public can express views to Caltrans at La Jolla and Carlsbad hearings set for next two nights.

Filner to Receive Award From Laughter Association for His Attempts at Humor

Ten people will vie for national title Saturday at the Westin San Diego on West Broadway.

Federal Officials Research Sea Lion Troubles

NOAA calls the spate of strandings, including 200 in San Diego, an unusual mortality event.

Del Mar Councilwoman Haydu Honored for Public Service

Assembly Majority Leader Toni Atkins recognized eight women in public service, including Del Mar City Councilwoman Lee Haydu, for Women's History Month.

Serving Seniors: Mayor Terry Sinnott Volunteers with Meals-on-Wheels

The mayor took part in the annual Mayors for Meals day—one of more than 20 officials involved.

North County Transit Officials Unsure When Sprinter Will Reopen

Officials will have more information about the Sprinter shutdown in May, according to a report.

Del Mar Jobless Rate Rose to 4.4% in January, State Agency Reports

San Diego County’s unemployment rate was 8.6% in January, up from revised 8.2% in December.

Navy Leap Frogs Parachute Team to Perform in San Diego This Weekend

Cathedral Catholic High School will host parachute team Saturday at Manchester Stadium.

Del Mar Will Consider Selling Hidden Pines Road Property

The city voted Monday night to postpone its decision to offer a property on Hidden Pines Road in Del Mar for sale.

SD County Supervisor Dave Roberts Hosts Open House in Del Mar Friday

Dave Roberts will host an open house from 3 to 5 p.m., Friday at the Del Mar Community Building.

SpotLight: Lightner's Updates on Flower Hill Promenade & One Paseo

San Diego Councilwoman Sherri Lightner released her monthly newsletter on Tuesday.

Officials Report First Flu-Related Infant Death in San Diego County

Most of the 51 deaths reported during "flu season" have been among elderly patients, and all but one were beset with other medical problems at the time, according to the agency.

San Diego Panel Mulls Supporting Federal Ban on Assault Weapons

San Diego Councilman David Alvarez introduced the resolution at a meeting of the Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee.

City Remembers Del Mar Resident Paul Haydu

Paul Haydu, physician and husband of Del Mar Deputy Mayor Lee Haydu, died Feb. 26 after a long battle with leukemia.

North County Health Fair Forum Focuses on 'Weight of the Workplace'

County Supervisor Dave Roberts, whose district includes Del Mar and Carmel Valley, will be a keynote speaker at the forum on Feb. 27.

Motorist Who Struck and Killed Cyclist Near Del Mar Was Sentenced to 2 Years

Jin Hyuk Byun, 20, had struck Angel Bojorquez, a grocery clerk at Albertsons in Del Mar, on July 6 last year.

Sacramento Gun-Control Efforts Are ‘as Bad as It Gets,’ NRA Activist Says

Santee resident Michael Schwartz says: “If you’re sitting here and not a member of the NRA, there’s no excuse.”

SD County Democratic Party to Watch State of the Union in Carmel Valley

The San Diego County Democratic Party will meet at Oggi's Pizza and Brewing Co. at 12840 Carmel Country Rd. at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday Mail Delivery to End, Postal Service Announces

The U.S. Postal Service announced it will end Saturday mail delivery by Aug. 1. Speak out: How will this affect you in Del Mar and Carmel Valley?

Del Mar Shows Support of Assault Weapons Ban

The city voted to pass a resolution at Monday night's City Council meeting to support U.S. Senate Bill 150.

Attend an Open House to Meet Newly Elected and Reelected Government Officials

A welcome reception will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Feb. 21 in Del Mar.

Del Mar Will Vote to Support Assault Weapons Ban; City Council Meets Monday [Agenda]

Del Mar City Council will meet at 6 p.m., Feb. 4 at the Del Mar Communication Center at 240 Tenth St.

City Discontinues Photo Enforced Intersection at Del Mar Heights Rd. and El Camino Real

The red light cameras automatically took photographs of red-light runners. Fines were nearly $500.

Congressman Peters Opens District Office; Hosts Open House

Scott Peters' (D-San Diego) office is located at 4350 Executive Drive, Suite 105, San Diego, CA 92121.

City Considers Maintaining Photo Enforced Intersection at Del Mar Heights Road and El Camino Real

The cameras have been operating at 15 busy intersections for years, but a contract with the private firm that operates them is set to expire Thursday at midnight, and the cameras are set to be shut off.

Where to Get Free Tax Help Near Del Mar-Carmel Valley

The IRS' Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program began this weekend.

Del Mar Jobless Rate of 4.2% Is Lowest for Cities in San Diego County

State estimates only 100 Del Mar residents were out of work in December in labor force of 3,100.

Del Mar Earns ‘D’ for Its Tobacco Policies

The state of California also received failing grades from the American Lung Association.

Obama's Gun Control Proposal: Are You One Of The 70 Percent?

More Americans, including NRA members, favor stricter gun control measures, the president said Wednesday as he unveiled plans designed to decrease gun violence.

Border Patrol Asks Del Mar Residents for Help Reporting Panga Boats

U.S. Border Patrol reported two known maritime smuggling crimes in Del Mar in December, including a panga boat coming ashore. The agency asks for help in reporting suspicious activity.

City Asks Fairgrounds to Not Renew Gun Show

Del Mar City Council voted to formally oppose the Crossroads of the West Gun Show at the Del Mar Fairgrounds at Monday night's meeting.

Does Federal Program Ease Small Business Borrowing?

Small Business Lending Fund (SBLF) subsidizes loans to community banks. Find an SBLF lender near Del Mar-Carmel Valley. Small business owners: has borrowing gotten easier?

Postage Rates Increase Jan. 27

A new "Forever" stamp will allow customers to mail letters anywhere in the world for $1.10.

North Torrey Pines Bridge Closed Jan. 5, 12 and 13

The demolition work will also require the closure of all rail traffic from Saturday morning Jan. 12 at 12 a.m. to Monday morning Jan. 14 at 5 a.m. T

Happy New Year, California! State Welcomes 873 New Laws

Gov. Jerry Brown signed nearly 1,000 bills into law in 2012; there's 873 new laws for 2013.

Carmel Valley-Based Victory Pharma Nabbed for Paying Kickbacks to Doctors

Victory Pharma Inc. agreed to the multimillion-dollar settlement to resolve federal civil and criminal liability arising from its marketing of four pharmaceutical products.

Utility Worker Impostor Attempted to Enter North County Home, Sheriff's Department Says

The San Diego Sheriff's Department advises residents to ask for identification if a worker is suspected of being an impostor.

Opinion: De-rail the Bullet Train, Fix the Water Supply!

Transit experts worldwide have concluded there is no way California's High Speed Rail project can survive without taxpayer support.

Del Mar Fairgrounds to Settle Lawsuit Over Master Plan

The settlement will allow the fairgrounds’ operator to move ahead with renovating old exhibit halls and study the facility's impact on neighboring cities.