Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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Authorities are investigating a serious single-vehicle crash that occurred near Star Track in Vista, California, this afternoon, Thursday, Oct. 17. At approximately 4:05 p.m., a vehicle veered off the roadway into thick brush, with the driver reportedly ejected from the vehicle and trapped underneath it. California Highway Patrol officers and emergency crews arrived at the scene at around 4:17 p.m., following reports that the crash site, obscured by vegetation, was not... Full story
A single-vehicle rollover accident occurred on I15 northbound, just south of Deer Springs Rd. this afternoon, with emergency responders still on the scene as of 2:33 p.m. According to initial reports, the vehicle, a silver Mercedes hatchback, veered from the fast lane, crossed all lanes of traffic, and rolled over before coming to rest on its side on the right-hand shoulder with four people inside. California Highway Patrol officers were dispatched to the scene at... Full story
A traffic collision occurred Friday afternoon on Old Highway 395 at Canonita Drive, involving two vehicles. The incident, which was reported at approximately 1:28 p.m. on Oct. 17, Thursday. The accident involved a black BMW X5 and an unidentified silver vehicle. There have been minor injuries reported. North County Fire and California Highway Patrol and emergency units were dispatched to the scene, with the first unit assigned at 1:32 p.m. and another unit en route by 1:41... Full story
At 6:43 pm on Tuesday, Oct. 15, two cars were towed after a collision at 936 E. Mission. One car, it appeared hit a parked truck, possibly after colliding with another car coming in the opposite direction. Both east and west lanes were blocked for a few minutes while first responders cleaned up the accident and attended to the drivers.... Full story
A motorcycle accident on I15 south, just south of the Mission Rd onramp involving a truck and another car briefly caused disruptions along I15, according to a California Highway Patrol (CHP) incident report. The crash occurred at approximately 6:23 a.m., when a motorcyclist was reportedly lane-splitting and was struck by a truck. The motorcyclist then collided with another vehicle, according to the CHP report. However, all vehicles involved were able to move to the center... Full story
The family of Miguel Munoz, a diagnosed schizophrenic from Fallbrook, experienced an emotional four-day search after he was mistakenly released from San Diego Central Jail in the middle of the night without their knowledge. Munoz, 35, was arrested on October 3 for public intoxication near his home in Fallbrook. He was booked and released out of San Diego Central Jail onto the unfamiliar streets of downtown San Diego just after midnight on Friday. His family, unaware of his... Full story
"Help Save Our Trails," a local equestrian group, met Saturday to voice their concerns over being unfairly excluded from the new Bonsall Community Park's design and planning process. The park, which is part of the larger San Luis Rey River Park, has sparked frustration among horse enthusiasts who believe the park's current plan fails to accommodate their needs. The San Luis Rey River Park, a significant regional park, includes a historic 18-mile trail that has been used by... Full story
Traffic is heavily impacted in northern Fallbrook for a broken gas leak and evacuations. East Mission is closed from Brandon Rd. to Orange St. after a "broken and blowing gas leak" was reported on a 4" gas line, cut by a contractor. The address of the call was at noon on 421 Minnesota St. CHP was called as well as the Sheriff to assist with public safety and evacuations.... Full story
In my last writings on the art of firescaping, I gave a broad overview of some basic concepts to this vital subject for you and yours to consider around your home, and phase II will expand on that. In years past, we would think of the autumn months as the most important time of year to be aware of fires after a hot and dry summer. This is no longer the case for the fire season has extended throughout the year's calendar due to the unique climate and weather changes occurring...
E.Y. Washington will be taking over choreography services for Sullivan Middle School productions. The Bonsall Unified School District board voted 5-0 Sept. 18 to approve an independent contractor agreement with Washington. He will replace Natalie Nucci, who was the Sullivan choreography director for the Spring 2023 and 2023-24 productions. “Mrs. Stacy Pecore, as the Show Choir Director, is at liberty to hire different choreographers for each show,” said BUSD Superintendent Heather Golly. “She has worked with a number of ve...
An Oct. 22 hearing has been set to increase the per diem pay given to North County Fire Protection District board members for attending meetings. The NCPFD board voted 5-0 Sept. 25 to set the hearing date. If the increase is passed that day, the board members’ per diem pay, which is currently $100, will be $105. “The increase is only $5 per meeting. It’s not a lot,” said NCFPD Fire Chief Keith McReynolds. NCFPD board members receive per diem pay for each regular or special board meeting attended, each regular or special...
Local man arrested for manufacturing and distribution of 'magic mushrooms' Randal Scott Vance, 41, is facing numerous charges following the discovery of a mushroom grow operation in Fallbrook and Bonsall. The arrest was made on Friday, October 4 just after 9 a.m. following a warrant service at a business in the 200 block of West Ash Street in Fallbrook and a house in the 1600 block of West Lilac Road in Bonsall. Deputies with the Fallbrook Sheriff's Substation Crime... Full story
Ann Corrine Gustafson, age 27, was arrested Tuesday night, Oct. 1, for the bludgeoning of George Villareal, age 67, and his wife, Nancy Dobson-Villareal, 66. Gustafson is accused of attempted murder and beating both the victims with a hammer. Someone was reported to have entered their home. A hot prowler was initially reported and then the call changed to an Assault with a Deadly Weapon. Gustafson was arrested for 187(APC) Attempted Murder 1st Degree-Felony, 245... Full story
The Fallbrook Bonsall International Film Festival is back for its 2024 edition, bringing an exciting lineup of independent films from around the world. Taking place on Oct. 12-13 at the River Village Cinema D'Place, this year's festival will showcase an eclectic array of 30 films across both days. “There will be feature films, short films, feature documentaries, short documentaries, animation, and student films,” said the festival Prez Leo Romero. Attendees can choose a blo...
The marquee at Bonsall Elementary School will be replaced. The Bonsall Unified School District board voted 5-0 Sept. 18 to approve a contract with Quiel School Signs for a new marquee. The new marquee will utilize current technology and allow display of announcements, event reminders, and important notices. “The marquee has been nonoperational for a number of years. The sign is vital to display announcements and important notices to our students, families, and community at large,” said BUSD Superintendent Heather Golly. BUS...
Baby Boy saved Susan Graham's life. Now, Susan is committed to sharing just how life-changing adopting a pet can be. Susan was suffering from severe depression when she walked into San Diego Humane Society's San Diego Campus on Gaines St. She hoped adopting a dog would help improve her mental health and bring happiness into her home. All it took was one look at Baby Boy to know she was making the right decision. Shortly after bringing home the 2-year-old pug mix, she felt joy...
Limb preservation with revascularization Vascular surgeons work hard to keep limbs on bodies. Often, folks with diabetes, kidney disease, high blood pressure, or a history of smoking present to us with diminished or absent blood flow to their feet, causing pain in or even wounds on their feet. This disease process is chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI), part of the peripheral arterial disease (PAD) spectrum. Intervening to improve blood flow, relieve pain, and heal...
October is National Bullying Prevention Month; bullying prevention programs begin locally, with communities and the individuals within them creating safe and supportive schools, organizations, neighborhoods, and family units. Anti-bullying campaigns ultimately save lives and prevent destructive behavior, such as substance abuse. The PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center stated that one in five students report being bullied, but the actual number of bullying incidents can be far more significant, http... Full story
A person can experience a panic attack when they least expect it. This can cause a great deal of fear and anxiety for the person. Many people do not know what they should do when dealing with a panic attack. Here are eight easy steps a person can follow when a panic attack strikes unexpectedly. 1. Take a break: A panic attack can be very uncomfortable and can affect a person’s thinking. The best thing to do when this happens is to take a break in order to calm down. You don’t want to do anything when you're not thinking cle...
San Diego County has become the fifth location in California to report the environmental detection of H5 influenza virus, commonly referred to as bird flu. This detection was made through wastewater testing conducted on Sept. 1 by WastewaterSCAN, a privately funded operation that monitors wastewater for pathogens at more than 150 sites nationwide and 57 sites across California. Regular follow up sampling has not detected any virus. H5 influenza regularly circulates in wild birds and occasionally causes human cases. Recent...
We’ll soon have another tool to help reduce the ongoing threat of wildfires. My bill, AB 1819, passed both houses of the Legislature without opposition, and was signed into law by the Governor Sept. 22. Since 1990, local jurisdictions have been able to create Infrastructure Financing Districts (IFDs) to pay for regional public works projects. IFDs can divert a small portion of the yearly incremental increase in property tax revenues for up to 30 years to finance highways, t... Full story
Voter information pamphlets are on their way to the county’s 1.9 million registered voters for the November Presidential General Election. Remember, they look a little different now. The Registrar’s voter information pamphlets changed in March. They provide the same important information but are larger in size, like the Secretary of State’s Voter Information Guide. The Registrar’s pamphlets contain information on voting options, election deadlines, candidate statements, ballot measures and more. It also includes a sample...
I want to update you on our ongoing efforts to address homelessness and help those struggling on our streets. Last October, SB 43 was signed into law, expanding the criteria for conservatorship to include individuals with severe substance use disorders. This law ensures that more people receive the treatment they desperately need. I have always believed that we must help those who cannot help themselves, and SB 43 provides us with a valuable tool to do just that. However,... Full story
We are looking for our 2024 Veteran of the Year! We owe deep gratitude to the courageous men and women who answered the call of duty and served our nation in the United States Armed Forces. Their dedication to protecting our freedoms is inspiring, and once they return home, many continue their legacy of service by making a positive impact in our communities. To honor their ongoing contributions, I invite you to submit a nomination for the 2024 Veteran of the Year. Nominees must reside in California’s 40th State Senate D... Full story
The United Nations’ adopted "Pact for the Future" last week, which is drawing significant backlash, particularly from U.S. lawmakers and state leaders who are raising concerns about the pact's implications for American sovereignty and its cozy relationship with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The 66-page agreement, which outlines sweeping changes in global governance, has been labeled by critics as an attempt to centralize power under international organizations, notably t... Full story
