Encinitas Ranks Among 'Best Small Cities In America'

WalletHub released its 2025 Best Small Cities in America list. Several cities in San Diego County made the rankings.

Camp Pendleton 'Sounds Of Freedom' May Rattle Your North County Home

Depending on atmospheric conditions, the sound of the explosions may be amplified and heard up to 50 miles away.

Encinitas Oktoberfest​ And Artisan Faire To 'Bring Best Of Bavaria' To California Coast

The 29th annual event will feature German food, beer gardens, a dog costume contest, a kids zone, an artisan fair and more.

Rare And Smelly Corpse Flower Blooms At San Diego Botanic Garden

Officials said this particular flower was donated in 2016 and had never bloomed until now.

Blood Donations Needed In Encinitas After 'Busy Summer Travel Season'

San Diego County Credit Union is hosting several blood drives in support of the San Diego Blood Bank.

Where To Go Fishing For Free Near Encinitas This Weekend

On Aug. 30, Californians without a fishing license will be able to explore a new hobby on Free Fishing Day.

CPR Event At Moonlight State Beach Marks Public Health Milestone In San Diego

The school has trained 522,364 San Diegans in hands-only CPR since its launch last year.

Favored SoCal Pier Reopens After $2 Million Restoration Project

The pier in southern California is over 100 years old and suffered near-catastrophic storm damage in 2023.

Encinitas Ranked Among Best Places To Live By U.S. News

The city was ranked among 250 communities based on value, desirability, job markets and the quality of life.

Del Mar Fairgrounds 2050 Planning: Organizers Ask For San Diego Input

"We are more than an events center to San Diegans: We are San Diego County's iconic community gathering place," they say. How to weigh in.

Encinitas Closes D Street Beach Access Staircase

The staircase will remain closed until repairs can be made.

Cardiff Farmers Market To Host 'Kids Day​' Saturday

"Kids Day" will feature a fun-filled lineup of family-friendly activities, including a visit from the Cardiff Fire Station​.

Encinitas Author Releases Third Children's Book

Author, mom and former journalist Phyllis Schwartz​​ celebrates friendship and cultural harmony in her latest children's book.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Car In Encinitas

A white sedan struck a 60-year-old man in the roadway, sheriff's officials said.

Help Encinitas Firefighters 'Fill The Boot' For Burn Institute

Firefighters from over 30 departments will hit the streets with their boots to collect donations at intersections across San Diego County.

Coastal Roots Farm To Celebrate Trees During Food Forest Festival

The 10th annual Tu B'Shvat Food Forest Festival will feature Jewish learning and crafts, live music, ​yoga, food and drinks and more.

5 Hiking Trails In Encinitas To Kickstart Your 2025 Resolutions

Explore top trails to stay active, connect with nature and start the new year on the right foot.

New Year's Eve, New Year's Day: Lowest Gas Prices In Encinitas

When heading out or heading home, here are the lowest gas prices near you.

Cheapest Gas In Encinitas: Where To Fill Up Before Christmas

We searched for the cheapest gas prices near you in Encinitas and across the county.

Rancho Coastal Humane Society Offering Reduced December Adoption Fees

Rancho Coastal Human Society is one of more than 400 shelters across the nation participating in "Empty the Shelters — Holiday Hope."

Second Rare Deep-Sea 'Doomsday Fish' Found In San Diego County

​Although no correlation has been proven, oarfish have a mythical reputation as predictors of natural disasters such as earthquakes​.

Donate Blood, Get A Gift Card In Encinitas: Blood Drives

The American Red Cross is asking donors to fall into donating blood or platelets.

LePort Montessori Students Donate Diapers and Toys to Local Nonprofit

Students held a donation drive to help community members in need

Discovery Isle® Preschool Families Donate Clothing to Children in Need

Students donated baby clothing, diapers, and other essential items to Gently Hugged

Red Cross Emergency Blood Shortage: How Encinitas Residents Can Help

The nation's blood supply blood has fallen by more than 25% since July 1, according to the Red Cross.

2 Meteor Showers Peak Over Encinitas

Delta Aquariids, Alpha Capricornids share peak. When to look up in Alameda.

Full Strawberry Moon Ushers In Summer: When To See It In Encinitas

It doesn't happen often that the solstice falls within a day of the full moon, making the moon look bigger and lower in the sky.

Encinitas Residents Can Help With Mosquito Population Control

"In addition to the county's diligent vector control efforts, people can make a difference at home or work," by adding free mosquito fish.

'Let's Go Retro' San Diego County Fair Opens Wednesday: 2024

The San Diego County Fair will give our yesteryears another moment in the San Diego sun.

County To Drop Mosquito Larvicide On Waterways In Encinitas

Helicopter larvicide drops​​ will cover nearly 1,400 acres of hard-to-reach potential mosquito breeding areas across San Diego County.

Strict New Limits On Water Chemicals Announced: See Encinitas Impacts

The rule is the first national drinking water limit on toxic PFAS, which have been linked to various health issues.

Great Horned Owls Spread Their Wings In Encinitas: Photos Of The Day

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Total Solar Eclipse: How Much We'll See In Encinitas, When To See It

Though the eclipse will be total for about 32 million people in the United States, it will be partial here in San Diego County.

Lovely Horse Trail In Encinitas: Photo Of The Day

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Applicants Sought For Encinitas Sister City Student Exchange Program

The cultural exchange program aims to foster international cooperation and understanding between the youth of Encinitas and Amakusa, Japan.

Patch Wants To Feature Your Best Photos Of Encinitas

Share your awesome photos of Encinitas with Patch. Here's how to do it.

City In North County Among Best Cities To Live In America: Report

A new study analyzed 230 cities to find the best places to live in the U.S. and California cities took 10 spots in the top 50.

Will I See The Total Solar Eclipse In Encinitas?

Though the eclipse will be total for some 32 million people in the United States, it will be partial here in San Diego County.

Bikes Along The Coast: Photo Of The Day

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Donate Blood, Get A Gift Card Or T-Shirt In Encinitas

Donors of all blood types are needed, especially type O blood donors and platelet donors, according to the American Red Cross.