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San Diego County Fair Unwraps Sweet Theme For 2027
The San Diego County Fair has announced “Chocolate Unwrapped” as its theme for 2027. The 22-day event will run June 10 through July 5 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, with an exhibit tracing chocolate from cacao bean to…

2 men sentenced in deadly smuggling operation
Two men were sentenced to six years in prison for their roles in a people-smuggling operation after a panga boat capsized off Del Mar, killing four people. The sentencing follows the fatal maritime crossing and the…

2 sentenced for Del Mar smuggling boat capsize that killed kids
Two men, Jesús Iván Rodríguez Leyva and Julio César Zúñiga Luna, were sentenced to nearly six years in federal prison for their roles in a 2025 human-smuggling attempt that ended in tragedy. Their panga boat capsized…

Clean Energy Alliance Seeks Del Mar Representative For Community Advisory Committee
The Clean Energy Alliance is seeking residents and business owners to fill seven vacancies on its Community Advisory Committee for terms beginning in 2027. The committee advises the board on operations and serves as a…

Sea cave damage raises concerns about Del Mar bluffs ahead of El Niño impact
A recent collapse of a sea cave in Del Mar has sparked concerns among local residents regarding bluff stability and erosion. While city officials have labeled the incident as minor, residents worry that the structural…

Two newcomers lead Del Mar City Council race
Planning Commissioners Meghan Spieker and Jas Grewal are currently leading the race for two at-large seats on the Del Mar City Council. They are competing against incumbent Terry Gaasterland and former Finance Committee…

CHAMPIONSHIP SATURDAY: Picks and Ideas For Today's Nine Breeders' Cup Championship Races
The Breeders' Cup Championship continues today with nine high-stakes races following a successful opening day. Handicappers are focusing on key contenders, including Sun Goddess in the Juvenile Fillies Turf, as bettors…