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Julie Gallant
Julie Gallant is a news reporter for the Poway News Chieftain and Ramona Sentinel newspapers as part of U-T Community Press. She has covered a variety of community news topics, including city council, planning group and school board meetings. Previously, she has worked as a reporter and assistant managing editor for the San Diego Business Journal and has prior journalism experience with the North County Times. She has a bachelor's degree in journalism from San Diego State University.
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Un funcionario del sheriff de Poway confirmó la investigación, tres días después de que Blain fuera detenido

‘General Dynamics’ exhibit in Poway focuses on the lives and struggles of workers
Weston Riffle's artwork is on display at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts through June 29

Poway Councilmember Tony Blain under investigation by District Attorney’s Office
A Poway sheriff's official confirmed the investigation, three days after Blain was detained by officers after a City Council meeting

Videos appear to show Poway Councilmember Tony Blain being detained outside City Hall
Two videos circulating online appear to show Poway City Councilmember Tony Blain being detained by several uniformed officers and searched in the parking lot at City Hall after a council...

Videos appear to show Poway Councilmember Tony Blain being detained outside City Hall
Blain sent an email Wednesday morning saying 'officers' were searching for a cell phone.

Videos parecen mostrar al concejal de Poway, Tony Blain, detenido frente al Ayuntamiento.
Los videos son demasiado oscuros como para mostrar detalles sobre qué agencia pudo haber estado involucrada en el incidente

Sheriff’s Lt. Colin Hebeler brings his county experience to Poway
SDSU graduate has been a detective and worked with ASTREA and SWAT

Poway Unified educators and staff honored for ing special needs students
Community Advisory Committee received 153 nominations for award recipients

Business Roundup: Children’s Paradise expects to open two sites in Ramona next year
Also, Little Pathfinders preschool has moved to Ramona Lutheran Church campus.

Kids in ag programs set the stage for Ramona Junior Fair
4-H, FFA and Grange are prepping their animals and organizing activities.

Three Ramona fourth-graders are winners of Water Awareness Poster Contest
Ramona Municipal Water District awarded Aisley Enriquez, Kelly Grant and Monica Nieves

Crime Log for Week of May 26 to June 1
Crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and neighboring communities.

Ramona News Briefs: Free summer lunches offered at two Ramona schools
Also: FORUS makes donation to James Dukes Elementary School, Kiwanis holds open house

Ramona nonprofit, resident recognized with Senate District 40 awards
State Sen. Brian Jones honored Archie's Pantry, Jennifer Cortes.

Ramona Junior Fair Pie Auction raises a record $24K
The annual event at the Ramona Junior Fairgrounds has been a community tradition since the early to mid-1980s.

Ramona Sheriff’s Reports: May 26 to June 1
Crime reports recently filed in the Ramona Sheriff's substation.

Poway liquor store owner presents plans to expand with offices, take-out restaurants
City staff accepting public comments as part of a Minor Development Review process

Chabad of Poway to host screening of film ‘Guns & Moses’
Film was inspired by the April 27, 2019 shooting at the synagogue that killed Lori Gilbert-Kaye, 60.

Ramona High NJROTC cadets to celebrate at June 1 Awards Night
The military training program had a successful year of competitions

Two Poway 12-year-olds take their ‘Floodictor’ to international competition
The device, designed by Gabriel Shuster and Meno Nassi, warns building occupants about rising flood waters

Poway emergency and fire preparedness groups get $7K grant
San Diego Regional Fire Foundation awards SAFE grant to programs

Poway City Council approves senior care expansion and separate lot division
The council on May 20 approved a conditional use permit that will allow Parkview Gardens to expand its 3,054-square-foot facility from five bedrooms to 11 bedrooms.

Crime Log for Week of May 20 to 26
Crimes reported in Poway, Ranch Bernardo, 4S Ranch and neighboring communities.

Ramona Sheriff’s Reports: May 20 to 26
Crime reports from the Ramona Sheriff's Substation

Ramona Junior Fair Pie Auction and BBQ is set for May 31
Event includes a barbecue dinner and Truck & Tractor Show

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 Sheriff’s Reports: May 12 to 18
Crime reports from the Ramona Sheriff's Substation.

Poway Community Foundation unveils sign near Old Poway Park
Sign describes philanthropic organization’s mission and community impact.

Poway Chamber celebrates new office at ribbon-cutting event
Tours of the Poway Business Park office were held during a May 13 open house

Local Hindu community celebrates teachers at Poway event
Guru Vandana included performances, speakers and cultural activities

Cover to Cover luncheon in Rancho Bernardo features two local authors
Sandra Bonura wrote Spreckels biographies; Linda Moore penned art-based novels

Poway food pantry to host Dine & Donate fundraisers at two restaurants
The events kick off Community Food Connection’s Make a Difference May campaign.

Military veterans to be honored at Memorial Day ceremony in Poway
Event includes speech by retired Navy officer John Ring and recognition of deceased military.

Crime Log for Week of May 12 to 18
These are crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and adjacent communities between May 12 and May 18, 2025. Crime log is based on information as it is listed...

Ramona VFW to host Memorial Day events and community picnic
Ceremonies will be held at Nuevo Memory Gardens, WWII Memorial and Vietnam War Memorial.

Montecito High students awarded $15K in scholarships at May 14 ceremony
Senior Awards ceremony honored outstanding students in the Class of 2025

Taste of Ramona a treat for roaming diners and participating eateries
Customers sampled food and beverages offered by 19 vendors at 15 locations

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

Trail clean-up and water workshop set for May 17 in Poway
Volunteers to clean Twin Peaks Road at Sweep-the-Trails event.

North Coast Church, volunteers renovate Ramona school and park
Upgrades at Olive Peirce Middle School and Ramona Community Park were the culmination of more than a year of planning, about $100,000 in contributions, and hours of labor by volunteers.

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 Unified honors staff and retirees at May 8 ceremony
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Tony Newman introduced the honorees and gave a brief description of their service to more than 100 attendees at the Recognition event.

First time capsule by Poway High students to be unsealed in 2050
Class T-shirts, food containers and ear buds were just a few of the 50 or so items sealed in the time capsule that will be opened by students in 25...

Poway Valley Garden Club awards winners at 46th annual Flower Show
Organizers the Poway Valley Garden Club Flower Show and Plant Sale were impressed with the 290 horticultural and two educational exhibit entries as well as the customer turnout.

Crime Log for Week of May 5 to 11
Crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and neighboring communities.

Business Roundup: New Five Below store, self-serve car wash open in Poway
Retailer sells candy, beauty, tech and home decor products mostly priced from $1 to $5

Gearheads thrilled with return of Ramona American Graffiti Cruise Nights
Spectators included cruise and car show participants

Ramona Garden Club’s Plant and Craft Sale offers one-stop shopping
Customers found a variety of greenery and unique products at spring fundraiser.

Abraxas High to host Open House Plant & Homemade Salsa Sale
The event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 10 at the Abraxas garden, 12450 Glen Oak Road in Poway.

West Village Poway Apartments celebrate grand opening
Fairfield has leased 75% of its 212 units since last June; additional building planned.

Japanese artist combines graphic arts and nature in Poway exhibit
Mieko Anekawa's exhibit, 'Hide and Seek in Hues,' is open at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts through June 1.

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 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 Lutheran Church.

2Create Gallery in Ramona hosts opening event for Student Art Exhibit
Ramona Unified middle and high school students are displaying their artwork throughout May.

Aubrey Park celebrates 20 years, thanks to founders, donors and Poway
Park was initiated by Poway Girls Softball League who needed to move after Midland Elementary was reconstructed

Poway files lawsuit to force Councilmember Tony Blain to comply with Public Records Act
Lawsuit alleges Blain's refusal to voluntarily produce emails, texts and other messages could mean 'significant liability' to the city. Blain's attorney said Thursday he is in the process of reviewing...

Three Ramona High School students win local VFW patriotic art contest
Annual contest awards went to Shiloh Dixon, Jannah Kato and Emily Carrillo.

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 25 years.

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, April 23 Spousal/cohabitant abuse with serious injury, 16100 block Arena Drive, 1:03 p.m. Monday, April...

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.

Valley Elementary School unveils new Innovation Lab
Students are learning to use 3-D printers, virtual reality goggles, and engineering materials.

Chaparral Elementary celebrates 10th anniversary of Hawks Health Garden
Busy Bees help take care of garden’s fruits, vegetables, flowers and fruit trees.

Old Poway Park and Lake Poway venues get customer-friendly upgrades
Owners add covered patio at Hamburger Factory and new burgers and wine tastings at The Lookout.

Crime Log for Week of April 21 to 27
These are crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and adjacent communities between April 21 and April 27, 2025. Crime log is based on information as it is listed...

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 clothes and Western hats in the parking lot next to Reds, Whites & Brews.

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.

New Ramona Grange farmers market pleases buyers and sellers
Weekly farmers market was launched on the first night of seasonal Cruise Nights.

Ramona skatepark plans hit a bump but are still moving forward
Water district officials to discuss plans for temporary skateboarding site in May.

Crime Log for Week of April 14 to 20
Crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and neighboring communities.

Poway sets new policy for holding special elections to fill City Council vacancies
The council on Tuesday also took steps to limit from leaving the dais without permission during meetings -- in response to actions by Councilmember Tony Blain.

Poway leaders officially launch campaign to recall Councilmember Tony Blain
Group announces drive to collect signatures to place a recall vote on the ballot on Wednesday at City Hall.

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

Sales were brisk on opening day at Home Store in Ramona
Building next to the main thrift store provides extra display space

St. Bartholomew’s fundraiser celebrates spirit of The Kentucky Derby
Fourth annual Outreach Gala set for May 3 in Rancho Bernardo.

Poway High students present Eye on Art Student Showcase
A reception at 6 p.m. April 29 will include live music by the student jazz band. Doors to the showcase open at 7 p.m.

Poway Library to host Dia de los Ninos celebration for families
Free books will be given to children and teens

North County Society of Fine Arts awards artists in PA exhibit
Carol Mansfield wins Best of Show and Christina Adamopoulos wins First Place

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 Grayson Sturgeon.

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.

Poway Unified honors three Classified Employees of the Year
Honorees were Sarah Cockrell, Laura Upson and Rick Daynes.

Crime Log for Week of April 7 to 13
Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

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 said.

New Estates general manager brings leadership experience to position
Carl Weise previously served as general manager at PGA WEST Master Association in La Quinta.

Volunteer Fair to offer opportunities to serve the Poway community
The second annual fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 26 at Old Poway Park.

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 Episcopal Church.

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 the April 5 wine-tasting event.

Old Poway Park school tours make history lessons lively and fun
Monterey Ridge Elementary in 4S Ranch was one of a dozen participating schools this spring.

‘Reimagining Nature’s Symphony’ theme of Poway’s Flower Show and Plant Sale
Poway Valley Garden Club event set for Saturday, May 10 at Old Poway Park

Crime Log for Week of March 31 to April 6
Crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and neighboring communities

‘The Death of Us All’ celebrates nun who died protecting Amazon rainforest
Poway author details how Dorothy Stang's protests led to her death 20 years ago