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News online for Encinitas, Calif.

North Coast Current

News online for Encinitas, Calif.

North Coast Current

Ballard Designs’ Solana Beach location, the brand’s first California retail footprint, opened in September. (Ballard Designs photo)

Cedros gets new furniture store as Ballard Designs reaches California dream

News Release October 17, 2024
Omnichannel retailer and leading furniture design company Ballard Designs opened its first Southern California retail location in September in the vibrant Cedros Avenue Design District of Solana Beach.
Hilton All-Inclusive Resorts. (Courtesy photo)

5 tips for planning the perfect vacation in 2024

Brandpoint March 16, 2024
Research reveals a fascinating truth: The anticipation of a vacation can boost your happiness, perhaps even as much as the vacation itself. Whether you’re seeking serenity on sun-kissed beaches or cultural immersion and adventures in exotic locales, planning a stay full of memories is an integral part of the overall experience. Here are 5 tips to guide you in planning a vacation in 2024 that turns your travel dreams into a reality.
Mortgage. (Photo by Precondo CA via Unsplash)

Understanding your options when you can’t pay your mortgage

StatePoint February 23, 2024
If financial hardship has put you at risk of missing a mortgage payment, you should familiarize yourself with the relief options available to you and be prepared to act quickly.
Home insulation. (Photo by Erik Mclean via Unsplash)

Planning home improvements in 2024? Start at the top

Brandpoint February 16, 2024
At first glance, the value of some home improvements can be hard to see — particularly when the improvements are in the attic. While a gleaming kitchen backsplash, an expansive patio deck or luxury spa bath are all pleasing to the eye, the value of other home improvements may best be appreciated through improved indoor comfort.
If you have experienced flooding, you know that a water pump is an important part of the clean-up process, helping move gallons of water quickly and efficiently to dry out flooded basements and assist contractors on job sites. (Luftklick photo via OPEI)

Flood recovery: Tips for safely using pumps when cleaning up

News Release February 2, 2024
If you have experienced flooding, you know that a water pump is an important part of the clean-up process, helping move gallons of water quickly and efficiently to dry out flooded basements and assist contractors on job sites.
If you’re looking to refresh or improve your home’s function and style in the new year, consider tips from the experts at Westlake Royal Building Products. (Boral Building Products photo)

Home exterior trends for 2024

Family Features January 22, 2024
A home’s exterior is often the first thing guests or potential buyers see, meaning its curb appeal can have a significant impact on making a good first impression. Whether refreshing or renovating your home, staying current with exterior trends can help make a statement, increase your home’s value and enhance the comfort of your living space.
One of the most effective tactics to keep squirrels out of bird feeders is taste aversion — serving seed that birds find delicious, but squirrels consider downright distasteful. (Cole’s Wild Bird Products)

Bird feeder battleground: Winning the war against squirrels

Joan Casanova and Family Features January 21, 2024
For bird lovers, the sight of a bushy tail hanging off the side of a feeder means one thing: war. Love them or loathe them, most birders agree they don’t want squirrels in bird feeders where they can devour seed meant for birds.
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