Safety measures can prevent lithium-ion fires

Make sure you’re charging your lithium-ion batteries safely. Using the wrong charger or one that is damaged, overcharging your rechargeable batteries or charging them...

Programs and partnerships build stronger environment for older adults

The County’s Board of Supervisors received an update on the Aging Roadmap this week, a comprehensive plan to make sure the region has the...

Golf tournament raising funds for help in independent living

For 58 years, Home of Guiding Hands has provided support to children, teens, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across San Diego and...

County offers online preparation awareness assessment

September is Disaster Preparedness Month, and it is an ideal time to think about the critical preparedness steps that could reduce risks and protect...

September is pet prep month

Fido may not pack a go-bag, and Fluffy probably isn’t checking the fire escape plan — but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be ready...

Two new child deaths added to flu totals last season as...

The 2024-25 flu season was one of the most severe in a decade for hospitalizations and deaths. As the County enters a new flu...

County programs aimed at aiding small businesses

Small local businesses and non-profits will soon get a boost when it comes to doing business with the County. Two new pilot programs designed...

Applications to be county’s new tax collector accepted

The County Board of Supervisors voted recently on the process to appoint someone to fill the remainder of Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister’s term following...

Still time, places to cool off

Alpine Branch 1752 Alpine Blvd. (619) 445-4221 Mon Closed Tues 12 p.m.-7 p.m. Wed 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Thurs 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun Closed Borrego Springs Branch 2580...

Sanctuary owner urges public to avoid exotic pets

Wildlife trafficking is a multibillion- dollar industry, ranking just behind drugs, weapons, and human trafficking. Every week, cases of animals being bought, sold, smuggled,...