A ttempts to censor reading materials in libraries and schools across the U.S. are more prevalent than ever, with documented challenges to over 1,900 different books between Jan. 1 and
MoreDecember 2023
Del Mar, our home: a bit of history. Each era has its own particular set of problems and priorities that require strong clear leadership. In the 1970s intelligent residents with
MoreAt holiday gift giving time, it is more important than ever to remember the mantra: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. There is usually so much household waste generated over the holidays, so
MoreOn January 18, a DMFTalk and art show, “Art Meets Science: Visualizing the Hidden Beauty and Complexity Inside the Living Cell,” will bring the submicroscopic world of cells into focus,
MoreFor five years I volunteered with Helping Hands at St. Peter’s, a ministry that serves early morning meals to our local unhoused neighbors. The goal has been to provide
MoreThe Clean Energy Alliance (CEA) has signed an agreement with the San Diego County Water Authority to supply electricity to the Poseidon Desalination Plant in Carlsbad beginning in January 2025.
MoreThe 50-unit Watermark project was found unanimously by the California Coastal Commission on November 17 to not “raise any substantial issue” regarding coastal access nor environmental harm, thereby ending appeals
MoreThe XBB variant of the Omicron COVID virus lineage was the dominant cause of disease for most of 2023, and the new mRNA vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna released in
MoreI have a new neighbor, his name is Cody, and he has created quite the buzz in the neighborhood. Cody, a lost and found two-month old puppy, is now living
MoreIn the October Sandpiper, I described the income-graduated fixed charges for electricity that was mandated by state bill AB 205 that would take effect in the next year or two.
MoreOn November 12, an all-day symposium was held on “Adapting to Climate Change in Del Mar: Protecting Your Property and Our Community.” The event, which was sponsored by the Coalition
MoreIf you are quiet and still the Wren Tit will poop on you. When I go into the dining room in the morning, I see Allen’s Hummingbird feeding at
More4TH ANNUAL 11TH STREET TURKEY SURF 2023, Nov 18th 2023
MorePresented by The Del Mar Foundation, and benefiting the San Dieguito River Park and Semper Fi & America’s Fund, the 31st annual Red Nose Run was held on Saturday, Dec.
MoreDecember is a natural time for each of us to reflect on the year, and focus on what we need to check off our “to do” list before ringing in
MoreHoliday Gratitude The volunteers and staff of DMCC are grateful for the incredible community partners that sustain us throughout the year, but that support is especially apparent during the holiday
MoreDecember 19, 2023
Yesterday, the City Council selected Dave Druker as Del Mar's Mayor for 2024, by a vote of 4 in favor, with Deputy Mayor Quirk abstaining.
