County to treat areas for mosquitoes to reduce risk of West Nile Virus

By Donna DurckelCOUNTY OF SAN DIEGO COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE To protect the public and keep mosquitoes from poten­tially spreading West Nile virus (WNV), the County is scheduled to conduct ultra-low volume, pesticide-mist treatments...

Eagles gathering momentum at season midpoint

The Granite Hills High School football team is entering the meat of its 2026 schedule. The No. 5-ranked Eagles (3-1) host No. 4-ranked Cathedral Catho­lic (2-2) this Friday in a non-league...

Tapping into a fundraiser

An area animal sanctuary is getting a jumpstart on the sea­son of giving. Beginning in October Lions Tigers & Bears is partnering with the TapRoom in North Park for a one-day fundraiser. San...

Make arrangements to bring autumn colors indoors

Snip and combine some sea­sonal blooms to create beauti­ful bouquets to enjoy in your home or share with family and friends. A stroll through your gardens can provide needed inspiration and...

How scammers use spoofing to impersonate the court, law enforcement

Scammers are getting better at making their schemes look and sound legitimate and they are using technology to make phone calls appear as if they are coming from a familiar govern­ment...

Eagles sweep in for victory over No.1 Grizzlies

Watch out, the East County’s big guns have started to fire salvos! The Helix Highlanders re­corded their third consecutive win and the Granite Hills Ea­gles won for the second consecu­tive week in...

Couple sentenced for abusing young niece

The San Diego County Dis­trict Attorney’s Office on Sept. 11 announced a man and a women were recently sentenced for child abuse that included burnings and the forced use of drugs. According...

Just in time for holiday parties and family get-togethers

From triple-cream French Brie to Truf­fle-flecked artisan goat’s milk cheese, Barons Market will feature a new gour­met cheese each week in the store. Cus­tomers can sample the featured “Cheese of the...

Edick ends campaign as Wilkins enters race

David Edick has withdrawn from the campaign for the 50th Congressional district. The businessman was run­ning as an Independent in a race that has seen seventeen candidates vying for the seat...

Help is near

As part of Operation Collaboration Cal Fire is coordinating efforts to vaccinate people against COVID-19 in rural San Diego. Recipients must be at least 65 years of age or older or...

‘Lost Girl’ staged at East County college

Grossmont College Theatre Art’s Stagehouse Theatre is presenting “Lost Girl” by Kimberly Belflower, and directed by Shana Wride, March 13-23. Long after her return from the enchanting Neverland, Wendy Darling embarks on...

Eagle kickers flying high with tourney title victory

The Granite Hills High School boys soccer team ap­pears to be trending upward at just the right time of the season. The Eagles improved their record to 4-5-3 after pulling off a...

August set aside to recognize disc golf

Have you ever seen people out there throwing colorful discs in some of our local parks? If you’re not familiar with the sport, I encourage you to take a look at...

Potentially sacred site delays border wall construction

It was only the first week in July but the desert heat had already hit 90 degrees by 8 a.m. outside the Golden Acorn Casino in Campo Wednesday. About 100 people, mostly...
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