Someone in Coronado has created a Twitter account to share their #nadoproblems ... keep reading if you have a sense of humor.



If you are an avid Twitter user, you have probably seen the multiple accounts that share their 'First World problems'.  First World problems are just what you think they are - problems of the upper world class.  They are shared in a self-deprecating manner and most authors understand they are…

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We spotted this flashing sign coming back from the beach on Ocean Blvd earlier today.  It's supposed to say:  "WATCH FOR PEDS" as in "pedestrians", but thought it was video-worthy that it said "FEDS".



Earlier in the week, it said "PEDS".  Not sure if the "P" is partially burnt out, or just an error.  …

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A Coronado resident emailed us these photos today that show the City of Coronado encouraging drivers to 'like' the City of Coronado on Facebook and Twitter.  In their email, they noted:  Check out this distracting sign entering Coronado. 



Does anyone else think this is an odd use of the electronic police sign coming onto Coronado?  There is another identical sign near City Hall on the Strand.  We have seen electronic police signs that promote…

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We stopped by the Coronado Library today to pick up some books and movies for the rain-filled weekend.  As many of you know, there is a display area near the children's section that changes every month or so with incredibly well-done themes.  For example, during the holidays, it transforms into a beautiful winter wonderland with working trains and animatronic characters.



As I walked by the display, the mannequin behind the counter caught my eye because she looked exactly like the…

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Hotel del Coronado and other celebs are featured in 'Visit California' commercial. The hotel enters the commercial at the 8 second… Continue

Photo courtesy of the Coronado Brewing Company Facebook Page.

Watch tarp surfing in action at TarpSurfing.com or hit PLAY on the video below:…

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After years of public outcry and debate from visitors and local residents, Coronado's City Council voted unanimously 5-0 to change the city name from Coronado Island to Coronado Peninsula.



Coronado Peninsula's Mayor Casey Tanaka announced: "The people of Coronado need to have closure on this issue that has divided the city for years. It's time to embrace our connectedness to the rest of San Diego and… Continue

Nov. 29th, 2010 Update: The Lamp is Back!



An anonymous (and proud) eCoronado.com member sent this in with the attached wording and photos (scroll down to view the original lamp from the hit movie 'A Christmas Story'):



I thought I would give you the exclusive on this one. Behold, the leg lamp. Now showing at 559 H Ave. Light kicks on at about 5PM runs until about 10. We actually had a tour bus stop in front of our house… Continue