Montecito High students awarded $15K in scholarships at May 14 ceremony
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Ramona Art, Wine and Music Festival organizers accepting applications
13th annual event publicizes Ramona as an art, wine and music community
Turtle Rock Ridge winery in Ramona opens La Jolla wine bar
Co-owners Laurie Wagner and Ian Vaux looking to introduce San Diego to locally produced wines.
Ramona News Briefs: Ukulele Jammers to perform Broadway showtunes
Here's what's happening in Ramona.
Ramona Sheriff’s Reports: May 12 to 18
Crime reports from the Ramona Sheriff's Substation.
Ramona senior lunch menu: May 21 to June 6
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
‘Don’t change course:’ San Diego County leaders celebrate a drop in homelessness
This year's point-in-time count did raise questions, including why numbers are up in East County's...
San Diego County gives final approval to homeless camping ban
The ordinance focuses on the risk of fire in unincorporated areas
Taste of Ramona a treat for roaming diners and participating eateries
Customers sampled food and beverages offered by 19 vendors at 15 locations
Ramona’s Dusseault ends high school swimming career with trip to state, school record
Katie Dusseault had eight straight Valley League championships in 50- and 100-freestyle events
Ramona library offers summer programs for kids, tweens and teens
Teen/tween section has new furniture and children’s section expecting new furniture in 2025
Orphaned bear cub gets second chance at Ramona rehab site
The cub is believed to be 3 or 4 months old, the youngest ever taken...
Ramona Calendar of Events
Week of May 15
North Coast Church, volunteers renovate Ramona school and park
Upgrades at Olive Peirce Middle School and Ramona Community Park were the culmination of more...
Three Ramona High seniors headed to college to pursue music degrees
Ethan Worthen, Owen Windham and Alexander Osnain-Torres rigorous auditions to enter music schools.
Ramona baseball team clinches Valley League for first time since 2019
The team's 18-7 record includes seven straight wins heading into the end of the regular...
Ramona Unified honors staff and retirees at May 8 ceremony
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Tony Newman introduced the honorees and gave a brief description...
Ramona Grange, In His Steps, receive total of $110,000 in county grants
Ramona Grange No. 632 will receive a $100,000 grant from the San Diego County Neighborhood...
Food aid programs are stepping up efforts in Ramona as the need increases
The number of people accessing Ramona’s food banks has seen a sharp increase over the...
Ramona Calendar of Events
Week of May 8
San Diego County approves a narrow homeless camping ban tied to fire risk
The new rules against sleeping outside do not go nearly as far as they could.
Gearheads thrilled with return of Ramona American Graffiti Cruise Nights
Spectators included cruise and car show participants
Quail Mutterings: When rats fall from heaven
Does it seem to anyone else that rats and mice are everywhere now? In our...
Ramona Garden Club’s Plant and Craft Sale offers one-stop shopping
Customers found a variety of greenery and unique products at spring fundraiser.
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Poway OnStage’s improv show will require audience interaction
An unscripted, audience-inspired, family-friendly improv show is coming to the Poway Center for the Performing...
Taste of Ramona to offer snacks, samples and sweets on walkable food tour
Annual fundraiser hosted by the Ramona Chamber of Commerce invites visitors to local venues
Ramona senior lunch menu: May 7 to 23
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Ramona Library entertains children at Dia de los Ninos celebration
The event included performances of bilingual songs, Ballet Folklorico dances and distribution of free books.
North Coast Church plans a 20,330-square-foot campus in Ramona
Church bought property at SR-67 and Highland Valley Road formerly owned by Spirit of Joy...
Undefeated Ramona golf team wins league and is ready for what’s next
The Bulldogs now can advance to the section “Play-in Matches.” If they win there, the...
2Create Gallery in Ramona hosts opening event for Student Art Exhibit
Ramona Unified middle and high school students are displaying their artwork throughout May.
How San Diego County farms are getting squeezed by funding freezes and tariffs
San Diego County farms used to supply local food banks. With that program canceled by...
San Diego County unveils record $8.6B spending plan, with modest cuts in workforce
The county's proposed budget would erase a $138 million deficit and almost 200 full-time jobs.
Ramona Calendar of Events
Week of May 1
Three Ramona High School students win local VFW patriotic art contest
Annual contest awards went to Shiloh Dixon, Jannah Kato and Emily Carrillo.
Way Out West Weekend in Ramona to celebrate Western lifestyle
The May 17-18 event will include barrel racing, pole bending and team penning, with equine...
History buffs headed to Julian to re-enact portion of Napoleon’s Grande Armee
California Napoleonic Reenactments group will give a glimpse of life during the Napoleonic Wars
Fashion Show tops $4,600 for student scholarships, community nonprofits
Early results of Ramona Woman’s Club’s Garden Party Fashion Show and Catered Luncheon showed the...
Ramona senior lunch menu: Week of April 30 to May 16
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Ramona High School’s new principal, Mike Giaime, to start on July 1
Giaime was an assistant principal at Del Norte High for five years and educator for...
Ramona Earth Day Festival offers healthy dose of information and entertainment
Fourth annual event hosted by Sustainable Ramona featured booths, speakers and performers.
Sheriff’s Reports: April 21 to 27
Saturday, April 26 Disorderly conduct due to alcohol, 400 block Main Street, 10:55 p.m. Wednesday,...
Ramona trustees approve 2% pay raises for teachers and classified staff
The wage increases negotiated by RTA and CSEA are retroactive to July 1, 2024.
Music Makers Market to feature shopping, music and wine
Ramona event will be held May 3 at Pamo Valley Winery patio
Ramona Real Estate Association: Biggest regrets homeowners have when selling without an agent
Studies have shown that selling a home yourself has come with a high percentage of...
Fearlessness an asset in Parker Doomey’s quest for school pole vault record
Clearing 15-feet, 6-inches in a recent dual meet, Doomey is approaching the school record of...
Man found with rifle, meth arrested at Ramona traffic stop, officials said
A 43-year-old man is facing multiple charges after he was found with a rifle and...
Entrepreneurs sell a mix of products at Sip and Shop in Ramona
At the spring event, more than a dozen vendors sold handmade crafts, pet supplies, children’s...
Ramona Garden Club set for spring fling at Plant and Craft Sale
A variety of plants and crafts to be available May 3 at Ramona Oaks Park.
Ramona Calendar of Events
Week of April 24
New Ramona Grange farmers market pleases buyers and sellers
Weekly farmers market was launched on the first night of seasonal Cruise Nights.
Ramona High completes sweep of Valley Center at Petco Park
April 17 game was part of John Baumgarten High School Baseball Classic Series.
Ramona skatepark plans hit a bump but are still moving forward
Water district officials to discuss plans for temporary skateboarding site in May.
Ramona senior lunch menu: Week of April 23 to May 9
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Petco Park’s Little League Day is magical for Ramona family
9-year-old Cole Schatzinger makes the call of the day.
Friends Jeff Berkley and John Katchur reunite for Poway concert on May 2
Longtime friends Berkley and Katchur will perform new and old-fashioned favorites at San Diego Folk...
Ramona Calendar of Events
Week of April 17
New Ramona Sheriff’s lieutenant brings experience in courts, gangs and narcotics
Goals include helping CHP enforce speed limits and overseeing transition to a new substation
Ramona High athletes earn all-league honors in winter sports
The winter season of sports at Ramona High was a big success, with two teams...
Sales were brisk on opening day at Home Store in Ramona
Building next to the main thrift store provides extra display space
Peighton the therapy dog spreads pawsitivity at Ramona school
The 3-year-old golden retriever meets individual students going through hardships or entire classrooms.
Military families get new child care help with expanded county program
The program is funded and operated by the Department of Defense, but providers are vetted...
Sustainable Ramona hosts its fourth annual Earth Day Festival
April 26 event to feature video, speakers, exhibitors and environmentally-friendly information
Six Ramona High athletes celebrate journey to collegiate sports at g day
The scholarship winners are Brady Bailey, Kendra Deskovick, Parker Doomey, Kayla Gibson, Brayden Santa and...
Ramona senior lunch menu: Week of April 16 to May 2
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Sheriff’s Reports: April 7 to 13
Crime reports from the Ramona Sheriff's Substation
Shopping for art was a short hop around Ramona on annual studios tour
Artists showed all types of paintings, sculptures, jewelry and textiles at 12 locations.
Spiffed-up vehicles shine at Ramona Senior Car Show
Hobbyists share stories about restoring cars, learning to drive, buying their first vehicle.
Earthquake jars Ramona residents and businesses, but no real damages reported
The 5.2 magnitude quake on Monday caused small boulders to fall onto SR-76.
Gliadkovsky piano ensemble to perform April 25 at Ramona church
The concert is presented by the Ramona Concert Association.
Magnitude 5.2 earthquake northeast of San Diego shakes most of Southern California
The temblor's epicenter was immediately south of the Elsinore fault zone
Ramona Calendar of Events
Week of April 10
Ramona Food & Clothes Closet opens new Home Store Thursday
The new store will sell housewares and linens along with pictures, lamps and small furniture.
Gina McManama named 2025 Classified Employee of the Year at Ramona Unified
McManama provides digital and technology to students, teachers and staff.
Donald Wiseman honored as Ramona Unified’s 2025 Teacher of the Year
The elementary music teacher knows how to make music lessons and playing instruments fun, officials...
New Estates general manager brings leadership experience to position
Carl Weise previously served as general manager at PGA WEST Master Association in La Quinta.
San Diego Habitat Conservancy celebrates 25 years with party in Ramona
The event will feature music, food and a special burrowing owl viewing at the Ramona...
Ramona senior lunch menu: Week of April 9 – 25
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Estates workshop to give tips on protecting homes and open spaces from wildfire
Firewise event for San Diego Country Estates residents to be held April 12
Woodworking club to host a free birdhouse class in Ramona
The free Woodworking 101 Class is at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 12 at St. Mary’s-in-the-Valley...
Local wineries featured at Ramona’s Cheers to the Valley Wine Festival
About 10 wineries were ed by several food and crafts vendors at Begent Ranch for...
San Diego County’s ‘very high’ fire hazard decreases compared to 2011
Ramona falls under the unincorporated areas of the maps, which are not separated by the...
New Ramona Rodeo royalty court crowned for 2025
Sujhey Rosas was chosen as the new Senior Queen, while Emilee Hudson was named Junior...
Here’s a sampling of weekend happenings in Ramona
Wine, music, shopping and hiking are just a few of the events that take place...
Ramona Calendar of Events
Week of April 3
Lions Club donates $300 to Miss Ramona Pageant queens
The Ramona Lions Club has made a $300 donation that will go toward education scholarships...
Spoken Word Wednesday opens stage to wordsmiths of all ages
The monthly event will be held for the first time on April 30, from 6...
American Graffiti cruise nights are gearing up for new season in Ramona
Cruise Nights to include Poker runs, 50/50 drawings, Sock Hop and First Responders Night
Always Sunny Ramona day club launches partnership to serve more seniors
Gary and Mary West PACE to help North County seniors get care services in Ramona.
Senior agencies in Ramona and San Marcos partner to expand care options
Gary and Mary West PACE to help North County seniors get care services in Ramona.
Sustainable Ramona: What is a carbon footprint?
Each year records a higher temperature than the preceding one. We can try and do...
Ramona senior lunch menu: April 2 – 18
The Ramona Senior Center at 434 Aqua Lane is open for in-person dining from 11:30...
Ramona High grad Lutz is batting .563 for winning Palomar College
As a Ramona High senior Breanna Lutz was Avocado League Player of the Year
Ramona Calendar of Events
Week of March 27
New fire maps show swaths of San Diego County with ‘very high’ fire hazard
San Diego County saw a nearly 9% decrease in acreage with "very high" fire hazard...
Wife accused of stabbing Cal Fire captain to death pleads not guilty
Yolanda Olejniczak Marodi allegedly stabbed Rebecca Marodi at least 34 times at their Ramona home.
Visitors to Ramona Open Studios tour can view artwork, talk to artists
Nineteen artists will display and sell their pieces at 12 locations April 12 and 13.