North Coast Current

North Coast Current An online community news journal based in Encinitas, Calif. The Current’s foundation includes the original Coast Dispatch.

Founded in February 2002, the North Coast Current is an online news journal dedicated to news, dialogue, arts and entertainment geared toward the North San Diego County communities of Encinitas, plus Carlsbad, Solana Beach and San Marcos. With the purchase of the Coast Dispatch’s remnants from its last publisher in 2005, the Current’s new-media approach to news and arts coverage is now merged with

seven decades of local journalism. Although the Coast Dispatch’s archives are not available to the public at this time, the Current will occasionally republish articles of historical interest. POSTING POLICY:
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North San Diego County recorded notable rainfall over the New Year’s holiday as a series of storm systems continued to m...
01/02/2026

North San Diego County recorded notable rainfall over the New Year’s holiday as a series of storm systems continued to move across Southern California.

North San Diego County recorded notable rainfall over the New Year’s holiday as a series of storm systems continued to move across Southern California.

Forecasters are predicting a notable stretch of wet weather to sweep through North San Diego County this week as a slow-...
12/31/2025

Forecasters are predicting a notable stretch of wet weather to sweep through North San Diego County this week as a slow-moving storm system brings widespread rain to coastal and inland communities.

Forecasters are predicting a notable stretch of wet weather to sweep through North San Diego County this week as a slow-moving storm system brings widespread rain to coastal and inland communities.

NORTH COAST LINK: Vista Community Clinic has received a $3.5 million federal grant that will significantly expand its Da...
12/31/2025

NORTH COAST LINK: Vista Community Clinic has received a $3.5 million federal grant that will significantly expand its Dad’s Club program, an initiative focused on supporting fathers and strengthening family stability across North San Diego County, the organization announced in November.

Vista Community Clinic has received a $3.5 million federal grant that will significantly expand its Dad’s Club program, an initiative focused on supporting fathers and strengthening family stability across North San Diego County, the organization announced in November.

IN THE SPIRIT: The holidays arrived in Encinitas with a chorus of “Santa! Santa! Santa!” as local Rotarians transformed ...
12/25/2025

IN THE SPIRIT: The holidays arrived in Encinitas with a chorus of “Santa! Santa! Santa!” as local Rotarians transformed a simple afternoon into a magical milestone for local preschoolers and their families Monday, Dec. 22.

The holidays arrived in Encinitas with a chorus of “Santa! Santa! Santa!” as local Rotarians transformed a simple afternoon into a magical milestone for local preschoolers and their families Monday, Dec. 22.

Light rain arrived earlier than predicted Tuesday, Dec. 23, as North San Diego County braced for a wet Christmas week as...
12/24/2025

Light rain arrived earlier than predicted Tuesday, Dec. 23, as North San Diego County braced for a wet Christmas week as weather officials and local governments advised residents to prepare for heavy rain, breezy conditions and possible flooding.

Light rain arrived earlier than predicted Tuesday, Dec. 23, as North San Diego County braced for a wet Christmas week as weather officials and local governments advised residents to prepare for heavy rain, breezy conditions and possible flooding.

Palomar College has named an interim leader to guide the district as it prepares for a change at the top following the d...
12/23/2025

Palomar College has named an interim leader to guide the district as it prepares for a change at the top following the departure of its president.

Palomar College has named an interim leader to guide the district as it prepares for a change at the top following the departure of its president.

IN THE SPIRIT: The Encinitas city Engineering Department recently “adopted” a family of four through the Boys & Girls Cl...
12/23/2025

IN THE SPIRIT: The Encinitas city Engineering Department recently “adopted” a family of four through the Boys & Girls Clubs Adopt-a-Family program, the city announced Thursday Dec. 18.

The Encinitas city Engineering Department recently “adopted” a family of four through the Boys & Girls Clubs Adopt-a-Family program, the city announced Thursday Dec. 18.

IN THE SPIRIT: Thanks to the generosity of donors, volunteers and community partners, Interfaith Community Services' Hol...
12/23/2025

IN THE SPIRIT: Thanks to the generosity of donors, volunteers and community partners, Interfaith Community Services' Holiday Sponsor-A-Family program served 343 families and residential clients this holiday season at Winterfaith Wonderland on Saturday, Dec. 13.

Thanks to the generosity of donors, volunteers and community partners, Interfaith Community Services’ Holiday Sponsor-A-Family program served 343 families and residential clients this holiday season at Winterfaith Wonderland on Saturday, Dec. 13.

Longtime Encinitas-based nonprofit Solana Center for Environmental Innovation has been named a 2025 Climate Leader by th...
12/23/2025

Longtime Encinitas-based nonprofit Solana Center for Environmental Innovation has been named a 2025 Climate Leader by the San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative.

Longtime Encinitas-based nonprofit Solana Center for Environmental Innovation has been named a 2025 Climate Leader by the San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative.

Pacific Ridge School is celebrating 16 student artists whose work was selected for the 2025 Youth Art Month Exhibition, ...
12/21/2025

Pacific Ridge School is celebrating 16 student artists whose work was selected for the 2025 Youth Art Month Exhibition, sponsored by the California Art Education Association.

Pacific Ridge School is celebrating 16 student artists whose work was selected for the 2025 Youth Art Month Exhibition, sponsored by the California Art Education Association.

NORTH COAST LINK: TrueCare, a nonprofit community health center serving North San Diego and Riverside Counties, recently...
12/21/2025

NORTH COAST LINK: TrueCare, a nonprofit community health center serving North San Diego and Riverside Counties, recently launched its new Street Medicine Program.

TrueCare, a nonprofit community health center serving North San Diego and Riverside Counties, recently launched its new Street Medicine Program.

The Oceanside Fire Department opened its newest station Monday, Dec. 15, covering the city’s growing neighborhoods to th...
12/17/2025

The Oceanside Fire Department opened its newest station Monday, Dec. 15, covering the city’s growing neighborhoods to the north.

The Oceanside Fire Department opened its newest station Monday, Dec. 15, covering the city’s growing neighborhoods to the north.

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