🌱 Pedestrian Airlifted After Hit, Suspect Flees + Tree Recycling Days

Welcome to the final Friday of 2022! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Oceanside-Camp Pendleton Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town today, including:

• More catalytic converter thieves arrested.
• New Year's Eve celebrations in Oceanside and beyond.
• Christmas tree curbside recycling schedule.

I'll be back in your inbox next year on Tuesday, January 3rd. Wishing you all a very Happy New Year!

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But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 62 Low: 53.

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Here are the top stories today in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton:

1. Oceanside police are searching for a hit-and-run suspect who struck a woman in a crosswalk on Wednesday. The pedestrian suffered major injuries and had to be airlifted to Scripps La Jolla Hospital. The suspect was driving a pick-up and hit the woman as he was exiting I-5 north to Mission Road, according to authorities. The suspect, who fled the scene, was described "as a man between 30 and 50 years of age. The truck he was driving was described as an older model '80s to early 2000s red Ford F150 extended cab." (Patch)
2. Catalytic converter theft has become so rampant in our area that for the second time this week, a group of people is suspected of stealing the valuable loot. This time the police responded to a call that the thieves were driving a black Ford Fusion with no plates. After the car was spotted, a high-speed chase began on SR 76 until police disabled the vehicle with spike strips. The four suspects abandoned the car but were later found hiding in the riverbed, and were arrested after several catalytic converters were found inside their car. (Patch)
3. Looking for last-minute New Year's Eve plans? The Patch Calendar has something for everyone. Go big at SeaWorld New Year's Eve Family Bash & Fireworks 2022-23: San Diego or stay local with Coomber Wines - New Year's Eve NYC Ball Drop Event - No Cover or Cococabana NYE 2023. For even more New Year's dining and celebrating options, check out the guide from Visit Oceanside.

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Today in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton:

• Live Music at Coomber Craft Wines (5:30 PM)
• Aloha Fridays at Hello Betty (5:30 PM)

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From my community notebook:

• "Recycle it!🎄Oceanside residents can recycle their Christmas tree curbside through January 15. Remove tree stands and decorations before either: ♻️Placing your tree next to your green waste bin on your regular collection day; or ♻️Cuttin..." (City of Oceanside - Government via Facebook)
• "Have you visited the lovely Garrison Creek Trail at El Corazon? To access the trailhead, enter at 3210 Oceanside Blvd. at the Agriservice and Moody's street entrance, just east of El Camino Real. The trail is open to the public Monday – ..." (City of Oceanside - Government via Facebook)
• "We cannot wait to kick off 2023 with all of our swimmers! 🏊 12/31-01/01: Marshall Street Swim Center will be closed 12/31: Wagner Aquatic Center will operate with Holiday Hours from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 01/01: W..." (City of Oceanside Parks and Recreation via Facebook)

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Events:

• Nerd Comedy New Years Eve (December 31)
• Soccer winter camp January 2-3-4 9am to 12 noon (January 2)
• Crossing Over With Psychic Medium John Edward (Live)! (January 21)
• Altisima Winery - Retirement Investment Workshop (January 26)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update!

— Lisa Frost

About me: I am the Community Publisher for the Oceanside-Camp Pendleton Patch and love sharing all things Oceanside. It's a privilege to help locals and those visiting our incredible and diverse city stay informed about local news, people, and the stories that shape our community. Explore all that Patch has to offer Oceansiders:

Questions? Concerns? Comments? You have my full attention at lisa.frost@patch.com.

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