 Area wildfires contained
 CRISSY PASCUAL / Union-Tribune
Flames from the Juliet Fire consume trees just beyond the San Luis Rey Gate of Camp Pendleton, east of Vandegrift Boulevard. The wildfire on the Marine Corps base has forced more than 4,000 people to flee their homes.
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Fairgrounds takes aim at marijuana at concerts
Oct. 15 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
DEL MAR
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In response to complaints about marijuana use at summer concerts, the Del Mar Fairgrounds has banned cigarette smoking at the annual county fair and approved a policy allowing pat-down searches at reggae concerts.
The new rules will not apply to the dozens of other concerts and events – including the summer horse races – held at the fairgrounds and racetrack throughout the year.
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OCEANSIDE, 11:57 a.m. Oct. 15 (UNION-TRIBUNE)Suspect in several sexual assaults arrested: A man suspected of several sexual assaults in Oceanside and Vista has been arrested, officials said Wednesday. 7:04 a.m. Oct. 15 (SIGNONSANDIEGO)
Home invasion reported at home of deli owners: DEL MAR: Sheriff's detectives were investigating a home-invasion robbery yesterday morning at the home of the owners of San Diego's D.Z. Akin's delicatessen. 7:14 a.m. Oct. 15 (SIGNONSANDIEGO)
Team hired for next phase of Inland Rail Trail project: VISTA: The city has hired the consulting firm Psomas to provide planning, engineering and design services for the next phase of the Inland Rail Trail project.
Oct. 15 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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Oct. 14 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
More-robust devil winds a possibility in the future: “Expect this for some time to come,” National Weather Service forecaster Stan Wasowski said. “We'll go in and out of this (Santa Ana) pattern until December.” A red-flag warning, signifying critical fire conditions, remains in effect until 6 p.m. today for the county's inland valleys, mountains and parts of the desert. The combination of low humidity levels, which dropped below 10 percent in Oceanside yesterday afternoon, dry chaparral and wind creates “dangerous wildfire potential,” the weather service said.
NORTH COUNTY, Oct. 14 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Pechanga tribe gets land for preserve: NORTH COUNTY
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President Bush last week signed legislation turning over more than 1.7 square miles of federal land to the Pechanga Indian band for use primarily as a wildlife preserve. The land includes 119 acres in San Diego County.
Oct. 14 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Man shot himself after confrontation, police say :OCEANSIDE:
Officers shot at an apparently suicidal man after he fired at them at an apartment complex Sunday night, Oceanside police said.
11:47 p.m. Oct. 13 (UNION-TRIBUNE)4,000 evacuated on, off Pendleton; new blaze erupts near Fallbrook: The second wildfire in a week at Camp Pendleton forced more than 4,000 people on and off the base to flee their homes Monday as flames threatened Oceanside neighborhoods.
CAMP PENDLETON, 9:03 p.m. Oct. 13 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Camp Pendleton fire still uncontained; residents flee: The second wildfire in a week on the Marine Corps base forced more than 4,000 people on and off the base to flee their homes Monday as flames threatened Oceanside neighborhoods.
CAMP PENDLETON, 6:16 p.m. Oct. 13 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Pendleton wildfire forces evacuations: One of two wildfires that broke out Monday afternoon on this sprawling Marine Corps base forced residents to flee as flames simultaneously threatened homes on the base and the adjacent city of Oceanside.
OCEANSIDE, Oct. 13 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Suicidal man wounded after police confrontation: Police were investigating a shooting that seriously wounded a man last night, but it was unclear who shot him, an Oceanside police dispatcher said.
Oct. 13 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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Oct. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Election may shift balance of power: Candidates challenging the three Encinitas City Council incumbents running for election on Nov. 4 say the community has lost faith in City Hall because of “dysfunctional” leadership.
OCEANSIDE, 11:00 p.m. Oct. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)Man wounded in Oceanside: Police were investigating a shooting that seriously wounded a man Sunday night, but it was unclear who shot him, an Oceanside police dispatcher said. ENCINITAS, 2:54 p.m. Oct. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Fire destroys home in Encinitas neighborhood: A two-alarm fire destroyed a home in the Village Park neighborhood Sunday morning after a neglected fireplace ignited flammable material in the living room, fire officials said.
Oct. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Need is still great even with donors'help:When the world seems to collapse, as it did during the wildfires that ran unchecked through San Diego County last October, people in a position to help tend to dig deep.
Oct. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
The week: Stories and photos from October 5-11:A UCSD professor won the Nobel Prize in chemistry Wednesday for his research on the modest and poorly understood abilities of a small luminescent jellyfish.
CARLSBAD, Oct. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Skateboarder struck, injured by pickup towing him: A 16-year-old skateboarder was injured Friday night when he was struck by a pickup that was towing him, police said.
Oct. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Speculators keep a watchful eye out for treasures:When Nancy McCready looks for books at garage sales or library book sales, she combs through the titles like everyone else. But she's looking for titles that others might want to read. And buy.
Oct. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
All tennis, all the time:Trying to balance a demanding tennis schedule and schoolwork limits choices for the San Marcos standout. Smyth, a junior, rarely has time to engage in activities the average 16-year-old high school student is accustomed to.
ESCONDIDO, Oct. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Man, 24, dead after possible road-rage crash: Authorities were investigating a possible road-rage crash early yesterday that left a passenger dead.
ENCINITAS, Oct. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Tourist tax would pay for sand replacement: Encinitas residents on Nov. 4 will have a second chance to vote on a measure that would tax tourists to replace beach sand lost to erosion.
Oct. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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Oct. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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SAN DIEGO, 12:12 p.m. Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Twelve suspects named in three-year Oceanside gang probe: Six people were arrested and six others already in custody were named Friday in federal complaints resulting from a three-year multi-agency investigation that targeted the Oceanside-based Varrio Posole Locos street gang, authorities said.
CARLSBAD, 12:14 p.m. Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)Driver killed in collision after running red light: A 19-year-old driver was killed Friday night when she ran a red light and her car collided with a newspaper delivery truck, Carlsbad police said. ESCONDIDO, 12:13 p.m. Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Road rage may have played role in fatal crash: Authorities are investigating a possible road-rage crash early Saturday that left a 24-year-old passenger dead. CARLSBAD, 12:11 p.m. Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Skateboarder run over by truck that was towing him: A 16-year-old skateboarder was injured Friday night when he was struck by a pickup that was towing him, police said.
Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Finances, Wal-Mart expansion top issues: POWAY – When an incumbent runs for re-election to the Poway City Council, the smart bet would be on him or her. Only twice in the 28-year history of the city has an incumbent lost.
VALLEY CENTER, Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Exhibit pays tribute to 'Hercules' actor: VALLEY CENTER
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Many celebrities have come and gone in Valley Center. But once bodybuilder and actor Steve Reeves discovered the rural town in 1957, he put down permanent roots.
NORTH COUNTY, Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
MiraCosta trustees receive pointers: NORTH COUNTY
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Refrain from interfering in the president's duties and support board votes – even if you had dissented – MiraCosta College trustees were urged yesterday.
OCEANSIDE, Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
North County coalition to host first pride event: OCEANSIDE
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Although he married his partner two months ago, Max Disposti said he would feel uncomfortable holding his hand while walking on the beach in Oceanside.
NORTH COUNTY, Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Express buses resume Chargers game service: NORTH COUNTY
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North County Chargers fans can catch express buses to Sunday home games again, beginning tomorrow. Kickoff is at 5:15 p.m. at Qualcomm Stadium.
Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Health district hopefuls to speak: ESCONDIDO:
Candidates seeking four seats on Palomar Pomerado Health district's board of directors will speak at a public forum Tuesday night.
VALLEY CENTER, Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Exhibit pays tribute to 'Hercules' actor: VALLEY CENTER
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Many celebrities have come and gone in Valley Center. But once bodybuilder and actor Steve Reeves discovered the rural town in 1957, he put down permanent roots.
NORTH COUNTY, Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
MiraCosta trustees receive pointers: NORTH COUNTY
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Refrain from interfering in the president's duties and support board votes – even if you had dissented – MiraCosta College trustees were urged yesterday.
ENCINITAS, Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Her scientific curiosity lands teen in national competition: ENCINITAS
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In the aftermath of last year's wildfires, Katherine Glockner wondered how the thick smoke was affecting people's ability to breathe. A simple-enough question, but the 14-year-old Encinitas resident wanted precise answers – the kind a scientist might seek.
OCEANSIDE, Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
North County coalition to host first pride event: OCEANSIDE
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Although he married his partner two months ago, Max Disposti said he would feel uncomfortable holding his hand while walking on the beach in Oceanside.
NORTH COUNTY, Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Express buses resume Chargers game service: NORTH COUNTY
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North County Chargers fans can catch express buses to Sunday home games again, beginning tomorrow. Kickoff is at 5:15 p.m. at Qualcomm Stadium.
Oct. 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Health district hopefuls to speak: ESCONDIDO:
Candidates seeking four seats on Palomar Pomerado Health district's board of directors will speak at a public forum Tuesday night.
SAN DIEGO, 6:31 p.m. Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)Probe targeting Oceanside gang names 12 defendants: Six people were arrested and six others already in custody were named Friday in federal complaints resulting from a three-year multi-agency investigation that targeted the Oceanside-based Varrio Posole Locos street gang, authorities said.
Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
New rules will rein in surf camps, generate funds for city: ENCINITAS – There will likely be fewer novice surfers crowding the beaches of Encinitas next summer under new rules for surf camps that the City Council enacted this week.
SOLANA BEACH, 10:11 a.m. Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)Robbery suspects arrested after crashing car: An employee of a North County eatery was pistol-whipped and two men were arrested early Friday morning after Sheriff's deputies said they crashed a getaway car and eluded them, but later turned up at the address where the car was registered. Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Firefighters credited for fast control: CAMP PENDLETON – An aggressive attack and a turn in the weather helped firefighters gain the upper hand on a wildfire yesterday that scorched 1,500 acres on Camp Pendleton, but drifting smoke prompted air-quality officials to issue a health advisory throughout Southern California.
ESCONDIDO, Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Focus put on upkeep of foreclosed homes: ESCONDIDO
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Worried that numerous foreclosures are leaving a trail of neglected vacant properties around Escondido, the City Council has decided to crack down on owners and property managers with heavy fines.
Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Council debate switches subjects:A new audience equaled new issues at the candidate debate Wednesday as four hopefuls for two City Council seats tailored their messages to match the interests of Vista's country club set.
Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Two arrests made in mall store heist; third sought: CARLSBAD:
Police have arrested two people in connection with a robbery at Plaza Camino Real mall last month.
Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
4 candidates running for three seats on Palomar board: Two incumbents and two challengers are vying for three open seats on the Palomar College board of trustees.
Incumbents Darrell McMullen, 67, and Nancy Chadwick, 70, say they are running again because they have more work to do. Challengers Richard Borevitz, 67, and Rose Marie Dishman, 64, say they have experience and insight to offer. Trustee Dr. Ruth Larson isn't seeking re-election.
ENCINITAS, Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Candidates take stands on land swap, charter schools: Candidates for the Encinitas Union School District board of trustees are staking out positions on such issues as preparing students for a rapidly changing work environment; boosting revenue to augment art, physical education and other programs; and determining the role of charter schools.
Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Planning panel approves senior housing project: OCEANSIDE:
Southern California Presbyterian Homes has been given the go-ahead to build an 80-unit residence for low-income seniors in Oceanside.
Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
North County crime log :
Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
For the record: North Edition:
Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)Fire Station No. 1 to hold open house: SAN MARCOS: One of San Marcos' fire stations will host an open house tomorrow with activities for children and adults. Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Proposed office-medical park is topic of workshop: SAN MARCOS: A public workshop with the latest information about a proposed project called University Office and Medical Park near the Discovery Hills and Discovery Meadow neighborhoods will be held Wednesday. Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
First-stage water-shortage watch declared by council: ESCONDIDO: The city has declared a Level One water-shortage watch in response to California's drought. Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Man robs bank by saying he has gun; teller obliges: VISTA: A Bank of America branch in Vista was robbed yesterday afternoon by a man who told the teller he had a gun, authorities said. VISTA, 12:21 a.m. Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Vista school board debate pits candidates' two factions: For a school board race marked by two clear factions, Thursday night's forum featuring candidates for the Vista Unified School District was remarkably harmonious. CARLSBAD, Oct. 9
Ethanol fueling station opens to public: North County's first public fuel station to offer ethanol began selling the corn-based alternative energy source this week. CARLSBAD, 1:35 p.m. Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Two arrested in September mall robbery: Police have arrested two people in connection with a robbery at a mall last month. Police said a 23-year-old woman and a 33-year-old man entered the Macy's store at the Plaza Camino Real Mall on Sept. 1 and robbed a store employee.
Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Council puts off talks on airport contract: OCEANSIDE – Plans for a private company to operate the Oceanside Municipal Airport have been delayed.
CARLSBAD, Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Kulchin lone incumbent in 6-person race: CARLSBAD
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Carlsbad Councilwoman Ann Kulchin is running for her eighth four-year council term, a near record in this city, known for a collegial council that tends to hold brisk, polite meetings.
NORTH COUNTY, Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Cash piling up in local council and mayoral races: NORTH COUNTY
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Candidates running for local offices in the Nov. 4 election were required to file campaign finance forms this week that list contributions and expenditures through Sept. 30.
OCEANSIDE, Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Despite economy, Pavilion's developer is hopeful about mall: Economic recession aside, the developer of a proposed shopping center that would be the largest ever built in Oceanside is optimistic that it will open in a couple of years full of tenants.
SAN MARCOS, Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Opponents of Prop. O far outspend supporters: SAN MARCOS
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A group opposing Proposition O, the growth-management initiative on the ballot next month in San Marcos, has far outspent those supporting the measure.
Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Workshops will spotlight Vista Adobe's flora, fauna:
Vista is known for its rural character and historical houses such as the sprawling Rancho Buena Vista Adobe. Located on the banks of Buena Vista Creek, the 164-year-old museum and art gallery is deeply connected with nature.
ESCONDIDO, Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Council race fundraising picking up speed:ESCONDIDO
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The money gap among the front-runners in the Escondido City Council race is closing. Olga Diaz, 32, a coffee shop owner, has raised the most money this reporting period, July 1 to Sept. 30, topping her five rivals with $20,400.
NORTH COUNTY, Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
San Dieguito candidates clash over call for change: NORTH COUNTY
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School board candidates for the San Dieguito Union High School District had few sharp words for one another – until the last two minutes – at a forum Wednesday night.
Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
A dizzying achievement:In 1990, a team of artists working for J. Grahl Design in Newport Beach were commissioned to create 27-inch-tall, 80-pound, glass Faberge-like egg containing a miniature, working replica of the Balboa Park Carousel.
Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Local seniors dance, sing their way to state pageant runners-up:Three North County women and one San Diegan took top honors in the 2008 Ms. Senior California of America pageant, held Sept. 14 in Westminster.
Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Coastal commission to review city's program to protect beachfront: SOLANA BEACH
– Not long after Torgen Johnson moved into his ocean-view house on top of a coastal bluff at Pacific Avenue, a sudden landslide triggered by a rainstorm claimed a chunk of his property.
Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Volleyball player enjoys double duty:Carlsbad High sophomore Summer Ross loves volleyball – indoor and on the beach.
Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Granite Hills to honor trio of stars:Granite Hills High will retire the football jersey numbers of alums Brian Giles, “Touchdown Tommy” Vardell and the late Joe Roth at halftime of the Eagles' game Oct. 17 against Mount Miguel.
Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
For the record: North Edition:
Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)Encinitas OKs new rules for surf camps at beach: ENCINITAS: Responding to complaints about crowded beaches, the Encinitas City Council voted unanimously last night on the details of new regulations for surf camps.
CAMP PENDLETON, 12:17 a.m. Oct. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Pendleton brush fire spreads; no buildings threatened: A brush fire that began Wednesday afternoon on a base range used to train Marines in explosives disposal spread to between 900 and 1,000 acres, and smoke and flames could be seen throughout North County – and into Riverside County.
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