Tie Vote Nixes Water District’s Letter

Lack of a majority vote resulted in failed motions for sending a letter to the county Board of Supervisors in regard to a proposed evacuation route through water district property.

Ramona Water Board OKs Budget

The proposed $28 million budget was approved despite challenges from the public.

Beaches Open Again After Last Week's Power Outage

Beaches were closed from Solana Beach to Scripps Pier, as well as in Chula Vista and at Silver Strand.

Lowe's Store Proposed for Poway Expected to Bring 150 Jobs to Area

The home improvement chain plans to open late 2012 on Poway Road.

More Boil Water Alerts Lifted for East and North Inland Parts of the County

Alerts are lifted for some specific locations in Descanso, Lakeside, Campo and Tecate.

Congressman Duncan Hunter Answers Patch Readers' Questions

Oil drilling, amnesty, term limits, jobs production, corporate taxes and the president's family's trips aboard Air Force One are among the topics.

County Redistricting Ordinance Tentatively Approved

A final vote is due in two weeks.

Ramona's July Unemployment Rate Was 9.8 Percent

U. S. Census Bureau reports poverty rose in 2010; median incomes went down. How does Ramona compare with other towns' unemployment?

New Rooster Ordinance Approved for County Residents

The limits are designed to reduce cockfighting, noise nuisances and inhumane conditions.

Sanders Hopes to Smooth Road Toward New Chargers Stadium

The mayor of San Diego urges Gov. Jerry Brown to sign a bill that would streamline judicial review of large construction projects.

Boil Water Alert Lifted for Some East County Areas

Alerts lifted in Campo, Alpine and Potrero locations.

Lightning Show in Borrego Springs

Flash flood watch Tuesday for mountains and deserts.

Eagle Fire Area in Flash Flood Watch; Court Proceedings Continue for the Accused

Attorneys for two men accused in the Warner Springs area fire are back in court for a readiness conference Tuesday, as residents prepare for a flash flood watch in the massive area scorched.

Electrical Problem Causes Laundromat Fire on Main Street

Main Street was closed briefly Monday night outside a laundromat after a washer set on fire.

Overturned Grain Truck Closes Highway 78 for Three Hours

The highway was closed from about 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Monday while the grain was cleared away. No reports of serious injuries.

Touched by Terror—Patch Remembers 9/11 in Snapshots

Patch presents a photo gallery of people from across the United States who have been impacted by the events of Sept. 11, 2001.

'Never Forget' Says a 9/11 Survivor

A survivor of the World Trade Center attack says she doesn't believe the conspiracy theories.

Boil-Water Orders Still in Effect for Some East and North Inland Areas of County

Water contamination alerts are in effect in some areas after Thursday's massive blackout.

Boil Water Alert Issued for Parts of East County and North Inland Areas

Specific properties from Campo to Julian are included. Ramona is not among them.

Water Use Curtailment Called Off

Business is back to normal at Ramona's water district.

Surviving 9/11 Gave Power to Her Voice

Opera singer Delynn Ketcherside's survival of the twin towers attack changed her life and added strength to her voice.

Lakeside Shooting Suspect Identified

Authorities are looking for a red-haired, white male suspect, Steven Ritter, in a shooting at an apartment complex on Mapleview.

County Redistricting Map Approved; Ordinance is Next

The Board of Supervisors will hear a first reading of a proposed ordinance on Sept. 13.

Detective's Photo Released After Her Arrest in Palm Desert

Barbara Jean Crozier, a sheriff's detective assigned to the Santee station, was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving and injuring a person.

Sheriff’s Detective Arrested on Suspicion of Hit and Run and DUI

Barbara Jean Crozier is due to appear in court in Riverside county Nov. 2.

Sheriff's Staff Moves Into Expanded Substation in Renovated Former Library

An interview room, expanded work spaces, large meeting room and an office for Child Protective Services staff are among the new facilities.

DUI Checkpoints Scheduled This Weekend

Escondido, San Diego, Oceanside, Encinitas and Chula Vista locations are planned.

Barona Powwow Begins Tonight

Drumming, dancing and the colorful Grand Entry are in store for visitors through Sunday night.

Elevated Fire Restrictions in Cleveland National Forest

Hikers and campers should check conditions and restrictions before they visit.

Ramona Library Wins Internationally Recognized 'Green' Award

The library's solar panels, reflective roof, water conservation and recycled materials earn a Gold rating from U.S. Green Building Council.

14-month-old Rhilee Collier Laid to Rest Thursday

About 150 people attended a quiet service at Home of Peace Cemetery. Rhilee was allegedly fatally shot by her father, Kevin Collier, on Aug. 21.

Dianne Jacob Seeks to Nix Release of Sex Predator to Campo

“At least four sexually violent predators have been recommitted after the state saw fit to foist them on communities in San Diego County,” Jacob writes.

Lost Navy SEAL Found on Mt. Laguna Wednesday Night

A SEAL in training failed to return and was found after dark by the Sheriff's ASTREA helicopter team.

Policy Change Would Be Needed for Liam Houck—Rep. Hunter

Congressman Hunter tells Patch his staff are working for solutions for families such as the Houcks, whose child needs a life-saving kidney transplant.

Border Patrol Agent Airlifted to Hospital After Crash in Ramona

A mother and three children escape the two-car collision unharmed.

Suicide Prevention Seminar Comes to Ramona Sept. 8

In San Diego county, one person dies by suicide every day.

What Would You Like to Ask Rep. Duncan Hunter?

Patch editors are meeting with the congressman this week.

Craftstones Fire on Saturday Could Have Been 'Much Worse.'

People were evacuated from the soccer fields due to hazardous materials. The cause is under investigation.

Man and Woman Die in Julian Traffic Accident Sunday

The vehicle rolled down an embankment early in the morning.

Collier and Rakov Identities Confirmed in Fiery Deaths in El Cajon

A murder-suicide is confirmed by autopsies, using dental records.