Gypsie is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

We fixed her hips.

$1.77B Winner; Cat Reunites With Family; Cubs Emerge: Saturday Smiles

New ice cream shops, safest trick-or-treating cities, winning Powerball tickets, and more nice SoCal news.

Deadly House Fire; Ghost Gun; Standoff: Santee, SD County Crime Log

A look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

How To Get Free COVID Tests Delivered To Your Home In Santee

Each household is eligible for four, free test kits. See how to order yours.

Where To See Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Movie Near Santee

Swifties, you can catch the pop star's concert in theaters starting Friday.

Santee Announces New 'Bite-Sized' Tickets For Brews & Bites Festival

The festival will feature a bevy of brews, fine wines, tasty treats, live music and opportunity drawings.

Chuck E. Cheese Grand Opening Celebration Slated In Santee

The new location will celebrate with free cake and game play, raffle prizes, and appearances from Chuck E. Cheese and friends.

Flowers In Bloom In Santee: Photos Of The Day

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Volunteers Sought For Santee Brews & Bites Festival

The festival, set for Oct. 21, will feature a bevy of brews, fine wines, tasty treats, live music and opportunity drawings.

Beautiful Red Rose: Photos Of The Day

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Elderly Woman Killed In Santee House Fire

When deputies and firefighters arrived, a resident standing outside told them that his 80-year-old wife was still inside their home.

An Environmental Disaster

Ending border pollution

Disneyland Plans Expansion; Big Skate Babies Hatch: Saturday Smiles

Boys & Girls Club gets grant, Sesame Place kicks off a new celebration, spa offers free haircuts, and more nice SoCal news.

Winnie is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

She was one of six.

Stabbing Death; Ghost Gun; Burglary Spree: Santee, SD County Crime Log

A look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

'Up Close And Personal With A Dragonfly': Photos Of The Day

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Heat Wave Prompts Heat Advisory For Santee

Forecasters advised people to drink fluids, stay in air-conditioned rooms, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors.

Pilot Escapes Injury In Hard Landing At Gillespie Field

The light aircraft collapsed during a landing at Gillespie Field, authorities reported.

How To Get Your Pet Microchipped For Free In East County

The San Diego Humane Society is offering free pet microchips and registration in October during the nonprofit's "Chip n' Treat" campaign.

Ladies At The Lake Fall Market​ To Bring 'Unique Experience' To Santee

"I think the success comes from having a beautiful venue and a wide variety of vendors," event coordinator Shawna Fakhouri​ told Patch.

Bees At The Water Hole: Photo Of The Day

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Where To Pick A Pumpkin Near Santee

Pumpkin season is here. Find out where to get the pick of the patch near Santee.

Red Cross Blood Shortage Continues: How Santee Residents Can Help

"When blood and platelet supplies drop to critical levels, it makes hospitals and the patients they are treating vulnerable."

Patch Wants To Feature Your Best Photos Of Santee

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

Homeowner's insurance update

Is a solution on the way?

Vanilla Bean is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

She likes dogs.

Humpback Whale Plays; New Jellyfish Exhibit Announced: Saturday Smiles

Breweries win medals, dog saved from kill list, resident wins big on game show, and more nice SoCal news.

Santee Costco Members Should Prepare To Pay More, CFO Says

Store memberships currently start at $60 and include a $120 executive level membership.

Border Killing; Lewd Act; Shooting: Santee, SD County Crime Log

A look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

First-Ever 'Movie In The Park' Event Slated Saturday In Santee

"We are thrilled to offer free entertainment for families to enjoy and provide them with an opportunity to make everlasting memories."

Homeless Parolee Jailed For Alleged Lewd Act In Front Of Teenage Girl

Luther James Burden, 76, is accused of exposing himself and masturbating before fleeing in El Cajon, according to police.

Orange Giant Sulphur In Santee: Photo Of The Day

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Santee Brewery Wins Gold Medal At Great American Beer Festival

"It seems like every year we justify our moniker as The Capital of Craft," said Erik Fowler, executive director of San Diego Brewers Guild.

Excitement Brews For Santee Brews & Bites Festival

Tickets include unlimited samples and a commemorative sampling cup, while supplies last.

Repealing Proposition 13?

Even higher taxes could be on the way

Scooter is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

He was stray.

Girl Scout Troop Earns Award; Red Panda Cub Gets Name: Saturday Smiles

Lonesome dove gets adopted, schools receive National Blue Ribbon awards, tropicbirds go back to sea, and more nice SoCal news.

Transient Attacks Jogger; Vehicle Theft: Santee, SD County Crime Log

A look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

East County Student Wins Sustainability Scholarship From Wheelhouse

Wheelhouse Credit Union's Sustainability College Scholarship Program supports the next generation of environmental trailblazers.

Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Vehicle Theft In El Cajon

A 48-year-old homeless felon was arrested on suspicion of possession of a stolen vehicle and carrying methamphetamine.