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Poway Unified first-grader wins national art contest
A Poway Unified elementary student has won a national art contest that promotes wind energy.
Rancho Bernardo Community Park field conversion close to completion
Two new grass multipurpose fields, the first added in decades, are closer to opening in...
Sheriff’s Lt. Colin Hebeler brings his county experience to Poway
SDSU graduate has been a detective and worked with ASTREA and SWAT
Pickleball tournament to support Rancho Bernardo’s Spirit of the Fourth
Players of all skill levels are wanted for Rancho Bernardo Spirit of the Fourth’s second...
Sam Hinton Folk Heritage Festival returns Saturday to Old Poway Park
From bluegrass to Americana music and storytelling, there will be something for everyone at the...
New Miss Rancho Bernardo, Miss Teen RB crowned
Ava Wang, a Mt. Carmel High School sophomore, was named Miss Rancho Bernardo 2025. Joining...
Crime Log for Week of May 26 to June 1
Crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and neighboring communities.
Del Norte’s Paige Echsner wins state in pole vault but falls short on record
Paige Echsner had hoped to jump over 14-1 for the school record and then 14-3...
Meeting its mission? Criticism of San Diego Humane Society piles up in wake of grand jury report, proposed budget cut
The nonprofit that provides San Diego's animal control services is facing increased scrutiny, particularly from...
Motorcyclist dies after crash with truck on State Route 67 near Poway
The rider was traveling along State Route 67 near Ellie Lane when he crashed head-on...
With San Diego still failing to manage flammable brush, council members want money in the budget
Frustrated the city still hasn't made big changes called for in a 2023 audit, council...
Eastlake passes on Disneyland, finds own happiest place in CIF title win over RB
Rather than visiting The Happiest Place on Earth, all 10 athletes played in the championship...
From Rote to Real: Why Montessori Students Understand What They Learn
The Montessori Method, developed by educator Dr. Maria Montessori over a century ago, encourages self-directed...
Summer reading programs return to San Diego city and county libraries
Programs for both the San Diego Public Library and San Diego County Library systems begin...
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Chabad of Poway to host screening of film ‘Guns & Moses’
Film was inspired by the April 27, 2019 shooting at the synagogue that killed Lori...
Two Poway 12-year-olds take their ‘Floodictor’ to international competition
The device, designed by Gabriel Shuster and Meno Nassi, warns building occupants about rising flood...
Poway emergency and fire preparedness groups get $7K grant
San Diego Regional Fire Foundation awards SAFE grant to support programs
Rancho Bernardo Library exhibit features artist’s ‘Personal Connections’
An exhibit featuring people important to artist Joan Bonetti is on display at the Rancho...
Del Norte High student wins 50th Congressional District art contest
Ruhi Sali will have her artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for a year as...
PowPAC to present comedic play ‘Women in Jeopardy!’
A “hilarious” play about a woman finding romance again after age 50, while her friends...
Poway City Council approves senior care expansion and separate lot division
The council on May 20 approved a conditional use permit that will allow Parkview Gardens...
Poway Memorial Day ceremony honors veterans from all military branches
Poway's Memorial Day ceremony was hosted by the Fleet Reserve Association Branch 70 in Poway.
Veterans are honored at Rancho Bernardo’s Memorial Day ceremony
The Memorial Day ceremony was organized by the Rancho Bernardo Veterans Memorial Association.
Del Norte’s pole vaulter Echsner headed to state championship as favorite
Paige Echsner isn't just the state girls pole vault leader at 13-feet,10-inches, she’s almost a...
Crime Log for Week of May 20 to 26
Crimes reported in Poway, Ranch Bernardo, 4S Ranch and neighboring communities.
Poway Community Foundation unveils sign near Old Poway Park
Sign describes philanthropic organization’s mission and community impact.
Poway Chamber celebrates new office at ribbon-cutting event
Tours of the Poway Business Park office were held during a May 13 open house
Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation is accepting grant applications
Groups that strive to improve the quality of life for those who live, work and...
Local Hindu community celebrates teachers at Poway event
Guru Vandana included performances, speakers and cultural activities
Miss Rancho Bernardo, Miss Teen RB pageants set for June 1
Six young women are vying for the Miss Rancho Bernardo title, while five hope to...
Cover to Cover luncheon in Rancho Bernardo features two local authors
Sandra Bonura wrote Spreckels biographies; Linda Moore penned art-based novels
As San Diego seeks cuts to stem budget woes, Humane Society threatens to stop providing animal control
Mayor Todd Gloria hoped to strike a compromise by retreating from a $3.5 million cut...
‘Don’t change course:’ San Diego County leaders celebrate a drop in homelessness
This year's point-in-time count did raise questions, including why numbers are up in East County's...
Wayne’s World: In a state of peace, tranquility and ‘La Orana’
I just came back from vacation, and I am now a new man.
Poway food pantry to host Dine & Donate fundraisers at two restaurants
The events kick off Community Food Connection’s Make a Difference May campaign.
Military veterans to be honored at Memorial Day ceremony in Poway
Event includes speech by retired Navy officer John Ring and recognition of deceased military.
Tribute band Billy Nation to close Poway OnStage’s 35th season
Fans of Billy Joel can see the next best thing when Billy Nation performs at...
Crime Log for Week of May 12 to 18
These are crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and adjacent communities between May...
Rancho Bernardo to hold Memorial Day events on Monday
Rancho Bernardo’s Memorial Day commemoration will begin with a pancake breakfast and conclude with a...
Courtly Noyse to bring Renaissance music and instruments to Rancho Bernardo
The free concert will be held at the Rancho Bernardo Library on Tuesday, May 27.
Rancho Bernardo lacrosse coach takes particular pride in team’s Division 2 title
Coach Faire Wood played for the 2016 field hockey team that won school's first section...
Oak Valley Middle School places fourth in national quiz bowl tournament
Oak Valley Middle School’s quiz bowl team came in fourth-place out of 160 teams at...
Homeowners ask judge to block proposed San Diego trash fee, calling it an unlawful tax
Their lawsuit alleges the proposed fees violate a state law that limits charges to cost-for-service.
San Diego has $916,000 in unclaimed money. Is any of it yours?
With a few clicks you can find out if you have unclaimed money from the...
Del Norte takes two individual badminton titles
One week after losing to Patrick Henry in the team championships, Del Norte edges the...
Trail clean-up and water workshop set for May 17 in Poway
Volunteers to clean Twin Peaks Road at Sweep-the-Trails event.
In May budget revision, Gloria pulls back on police cuts but sticks with cuts to parks, libraries
If the mayor's budget is adopted, this would be the first time in many years...
First time capsule by Poway High students to be unsealed in 2050
Class T-shirts, food containers and ear buds were just a few of the 50 or...
Latest round of National Merit Scholarship winners includes 11 locals
Eleven local high school seniors are among the 325 in California and 2,500 nationwide who...
Good Natured Gardening: It’s surprising how deep grief can go
On Sunday, March 2, at 11:26 p.m. my wife passed away. Rebecca was my best friend,...
St. Michael’s School wins awards at national Academic Junior High Decathlon
St. Michael’s School had its best Academic Junior High Decathlon season to date, recently earning...
Vines & Vittles Family Festival returns to Rancho Bernardo
The Vines & Vittles Family Festival will offer food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, entertainment, artisan...
Poway Valley Garden Club awards winners at 46th annual Flower Show
Organizers the Poway Valley Garden Club Flower Show and Plant Sale were impressed with the...
Crime Log for Week of May 5 to 11
Crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and neighboring communities.
Del Norte swimmer hoping for a career high – a record at state championships
Senior Julien Rousseau has been working to break 4:20 in the 500 freestyle.
Best friends, teammates ready for one more playoff push at Poway High School
Mya McGowan and Sophia Burmeister have been playing together since they were 6
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Business Roundup: New Five Below store, self-serve car wash open in Poway
Retailer sells candy, beauty, tech and home decor products mostly priced from $1 to $5
Abraxas High to host Open House Plant & Homemade Salsa Sale
The event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 10 at the...
San Diego’s deals with trash haulers lose the city millions, send tons of recyclables to landfill, audit finds
It also says recycling rates for city forces are even worse, finding that 80% of...
Poway OnStage’s improv show will require audience interaction
An unscripted, audience-inspired, family-friendly improv show is coming to the Poway Center for the Performing...
West Village Poway Apartments celebrate grand opening
Fairfield has leased 75% of its 212 units since last June; additional building planned.
Seven Oaks Garden Club’s spring tour returns on May 17
Seven Rancho Bernardo home gardens to be featured during the Seven Oaks Garden Club’s spring...
Japanese artist combines graphic arts and nature in Poway exhibit
Mieko Anekawa's exhibit, 'Hide and Seek in Hues,' is open at the Poway Center for...
Longtime Poway head volleyball coach reflects after celebrating his 400th win
Charlie Jackson has been in the position for 22 years.
Poway Unified scholar-athletes win $16K in scholarships at Breakfast of Champions
Bailie Govek of Westview High and David Slaughter of Mt. Carmel High were named the...
Soroptimists’ Celebration of Courage shines spotlight on domestic violence
Keynote speaker Leslie Morgan Steiner shared her survival story at Rancho Bernardo event that raised...
Rancho Bernardo’s Chalk It Up contest goes on despite wet weather
Rancho Bernardo Community Park’s sidewalks became a colorful array of images on Saturday when locals...
Hike of the week: Climb to one or both of Poway’s Twin Peaks for sunset or sunrise
The roughly 2-mile moderately difficult route brings hikers to 360-degree views of Poway and the...
How did San Diego trash fees end up so much higher than predicted? It’s complicated, officials say.
City budget experts call the faulty estimate an honest mistake based on some bad information...
Aubrey Park celebrates 20 years, thanks to founders, donors and Poway
Park was initiated by Poway Girls Softball League who needed to move after Midland Elementary...
Community Calendar: Week of May 1
Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch
Kindergarten Is An Important Year in Montessori Education
Located in Poway and serving San Diego County, Country Montessori School provides an immersive education...
San Diego reins in road repairs, expects ‘significant declines’ in street conditions
Pothole patching is taking a hit from a work slowdown imposed by the mayor this...
Poway files lawsuit to force Councilmember Tony Blain to comply with Public Records Act
Lawsuit alleges Blain's refusal to voluntarily produce emails, texts and other messages could mean 'significant...
Four Del Norte High seniors win National Merit Scholarships
Four Del Norte High seniors are among the 87 in California and 830 nationwide who...
Hats Off ceremony honors 55 community volunteers
The 16th annual Hats Off to Volunteers ceremony was held on April 26 in the...
Chalk It Up contest returns to Rancho Bernardo Community Park
The 15th annual Chalk It Up sidewalk chalk art competition will be held from 8...
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Ramona High School’s new principal, Mike Giaime, to start on July 1
Giaime was an assistant principal at Del Norte High for five years and educator for...
Valley Elementary School unveils new Innovation Lab
Students are learning to use 3-D printers, virtual reality goggles, and engineering materials.
Chaparral Elementary celebrates 10th anniversary of Hawks Health Garden
Busy Bees help take care of garden’s fruits, vegetables, flowers and fruit trees.
Old Poway Park and Lake Poway venues get customer-friendly upgrades
Owners add covered patio at Hamburger Factory and new burgers and wine tastings at The...
Del Norte’s Skopec twins have led lacrosse team to a 13-1 record
Luke and Jake Skopec helped team advance to Division 2 championship last year.
Crime Log for Week of April 21 to 27
These are crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and adjacent communities between April...
Poway Symphonette to perform a free concert on Sunday
'Star Wars' theme to be played at May 4 performance.
4S Ranch teen honored for making science accessible to youths worldwide
Del Norte High junior Saanvi Dogra was honored by the National Youth Leadership Council for...
CyberAegis teams win two CyberPatriot national titles
Winning students were from Del North High and Oak Valley Middle schools in 4S Ranch...
A leadership change is coming to Poway Symphony Orchestra Foundation
Founding President Bo Matthys will be succeeded by longtime Vice President James Reid on June...
Outdoors: Why do birds have different types of wings?
The various wing shapes of birds have evolved as food gathering, migration and habitat impact...
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Turtleback Elementary students hear stories from around the world
Turtleback Elementary School in Rancho Bernardo had an international theme for its recent book fair.
Egg hunt fun in Rancho Bernardo Community Park
The event included a variety of activities, such as face painting and crafts. But the...
Bernardo Gardeners spring tour to provide lots of inspiration
The self-guided tour on May 3 will feature six gardens, three in Rancho Bernardo, one...
Crime Log for Week of April 14 to 20
Crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and neighboring communities.
Rancho Bernardo’s Pirtle switched from baseball to golf, and never looked back
Pirtle has three highlights in his golfing career that moved into the spotlight after dropping...