A $2 million gift to UC San Diego from long-time Del Mar resident Stephanie (Steve) Tarkington is not just a significant tribute to her husband, Al Tarkington, who died in 2024,
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As a condition of the SANDAG Del Mar Bluff Phase 5 stabilization project, currently nearing completion, the California Coastal Commission approval required three mitigation measures: 1) a 0.8-mile trail from
MoreLast month’s Hungarian elections concluded with a new Prime Minister a revived Parliament, and a new future for the people of Hungary, most prominently the youth. Péter Magyar, President of the
MorePlastics have infiltrated our daily lives. They end up in our oceans and on our beaches, and break down into microplastics that get everywhere. Chemical additives in plastics can leach
MoreMarisa Janicek, the new Superintendent of Del Mar Union, launched “Shine, Shift, Dream,” a series of listening sessions to hear from students, families, staff, and community members in the Fall. One
MoreOwning a pet comes with responsibilities: maintaining the pet’s general wellbeing. The list includes caring for health, safety, food, training, exercise, socializing, day care, fashion, grooming, as needed vet visits. And, one more.
MoreLola is a six-year-old mini Sheepadoodle who came to Del Mar at twelve weeks of age during the COVID epidemic. Lola has walked and explored all parts of Del Mar including the
MoreAs of April 2026, a highly mutated COVID-19 variant, BA.3.2, nicknamed “Cicada,” is spreading in the US and Europe, exhibiting potential for immune escape due to 70–75 spike protein mutations. While detected
MoreCrest Rim Trail Garden, between Klish Way and Amphitheater Drive on Crest Road, is a magical place to visit this time of the year. Whether walking your dog or enjoying the tapestry of
MoreShine Natural Market has expanded from its Encinitas location to Camino Del Mar. The shop is set up with sustainable products for your body, home and pantry. Owner operator Cara
MoreOn March 28, 2026, Del Mar was one of twenty “No Kings” demonstrations taking place across San Diego County. In aggregate, an estimated 95,000 people participated – part of the 8
MoreDel Mar City Council is currently working to complete the master planning process for Shores Park which includes the Del Mar Community Building (DMCB). In last month’s Sandpiper edition, Joe Sullivan discussed
MoreHuge thanks for a successful Senior Fair! We want to extend our deepest gratitude to the Del Mar Farmers Market, the City of Del Mar, and the many volunteers and
MoreA key deadline for Short-Term Rental (STR) operators in Del Mar occurred on May 1, when the 150 STRs who previously were granted “existing STR” status by the City were
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May Updates (online only)
A key deadline for Short-Term Rental (STR) operators in Del Mar occurred on May 1, when the 150 STRs who previously were granted “existing STR” status by the City were required to file an STR permit application.
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