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VOL. 37, N0. 28
JULY 21, 2023
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Oceanside’s Grace Larsen, 97, is the captain of the San Diego Splash, a team established by the San Diego Senior Women’s Basketball Association. This year, the organization is launching a senior women’s hoops league based in Carlsbad. Story on 24.
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Navigation Center accepting referrals By City News Service
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OCEANSIDE — A yearround 50-bed homeless shelter is poised to officially open in Oceanside in the coming weeks following a ribbon-cutting on RANCHO Friday, offering a variety of supSFNEWS port services and case management, officials announced this week. The Oceanside Navigation Center is intended to transition “individuals into a stable and healthy permanent living situation.” “Our goal is not just to provide a bed for the night, but to provide our residents with the tools and resources they need to break the cycle of homelessness,'' Mayor Esther Sanchez said. “By providing a range of services under one roof, we can make a real difference in the lives of Oceansiders who are struggling.” The city purchased the property — a former school located at 3131 Oceanside Blvd. — and has invested in major renovations and upgrades, including new windows, HVAC system and roof, as well as a fire sprinkler system, sewer lines, showers, kitchen, furniture, computers, landscaping and ADA improvements. The project was partially funded by a grant of $3.3 million from the county and $2.25 million in federal funding secured by Rep. Mike Levin, D-Dana Point. Oceanside entered into a
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Toddler kills 1-year-old sister in shooting accident From staff and wire reports
Leucadia’s smokin’ new BBQ joint Encinitas chef Jarle Saupstad’s new Smoke & Salt restaurant is heating up Coast Highway 101. 16
REGION — A 1-yearold girl was accidentally shot and killed by her 3-year-old sibling on July 17 in Fallbrook. According to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, deputies responded to the 1100 block of South Stagecoach Lane near Hidden Walk Lane at around 7:30 a.m. about a report regarding an accidental shooting. A preliminary investigation led deputies to discover that a 3-year-old got ahold of an unsecured handgun
and accidentally shot their 1-year-old sister in the head. According to the sheriff’s department, paramedics arrived at the location to transport the 1-year-old to Palomar Hospital. The girl was pronounced dead at around 8:30 a.m. despite life-saving efforts. Law enforcement told The Coast News both parents were home at the time of the inciden, but no arrests have been made. “The sheriff’s department extends our sympaTURN TO TODDLER ON 7
Hundreds of visitors and their doggos attended the 18th annual Pupologie Cardiff Dog Days on July 16 in Encinitas, featuring live demonstrations, dog-related vendors, rescue programs and more. Story on 31
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Opening Day is sold out but start your season with Beer Fest this Saturday
Summer is back.
On July 22, sample a wide variety of delicious tastings from over 50 brews, ciders and seltzers plus music and more. Ages 21 & up only.
JULY 21 - SEPT 10
OPENING DAY - FRIDAY, JULY 21
PUPS IN THE PARK
For tickets, visit DelMarRacing.com/events
OPEN ING SOLD DAY OUT