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  • All Garden Fire evacuations lifted

    Village News Staff|Updated Nov 16, 2024

    4 pm UPDATE: Crews have stopped the forward rate of spread on the Garden Fire and the acreage burned was lowered to 25 acres from 50 acres, according to CalFire. There is currently no structure threat or evacuations. All evacuations have been lifted. A significant amount of resources have been assigned and will work through the night in to tomorrow to strengthen control lines. It is 10% contained, according to NCFPD PIO Capt. John Choi. "There were several fire agencies that... Full story

  • UNOFFICIAL NOV 5 ELECTION RESULTS: School board races, bonds too close to call

    Village News editorial staff|Updated Nov 16, 2024

    UNOFFICIAL ELECTION RESULTS ESTIMATED BALLOTS TO BE PROCESSED: 56,000 NEXT UPDATE: NOV 21 BY 6 P.M. There is a controversy brewing as there are still at least one ballot box that hasn't been picked up by the San Diego Registrar of Voters in Bonsall. Village News will follow up on that with the County. This is crucial because there are races that are very very close. Here is where we are as of Nov 15, 2024. Locally, the closest race is a Fallbrook Union Elementary School... Full story

  • Fire in Camp Pendleton

    Village News|Updated Nov 16, 2024

    2/07/2024- 3:46pm A vegetation fire is currently in the zulu impact area. This is 3-4 miles west of Fallbrook and poses no danger to Fallbrook.... Full story

  • Halloween Bash a Smashing Success!

    Village News Staff|Updated Nov 3, 2024

    "The Halloween Bash turned out to be a fantastic evening, despite the last minute venue change. It was full of fun, excitement, and community spirit! A huge thanks goes to Faro at 127 W. for providing the perfect setting, complete with amazing food. The incredible band kept the crowd dancing all night. Volunteers, including a group of Marines, came together to make the event an overwhelming success and a great foundation for next year's bash!," said Valerie Thruelsen, who spon...

  • Evacuations Warnings lifted for Lake fire

    Village News Staff|Updated Oct 21, 2024

    UPDATE: As of 3:30 all evacuations were lifted and the forward rate had been stopped. __________________________________________________________________________________________ At 2:30 this afternoon, Monday, Oct. 21, the San Diego County Sheriff's Dept. issued an evacuation warning for the Circle Fire near Fallbrook. At that point, the vegetation fire in the area of the 5000 block of Lake Circle Road was at three to four acres. Twenty minutes later, the forward rate of spread... Full story

  • Pilot unharmed after plane overshoots runway at Fallbrook Airpark

    Village News staff-Shirley Viramontes|Updated Oct 19, 2024

    A pilot escaped injury after overshooting the runway in a single-engine plane at Fallbrook Community Airpark on Saturday morning, Oct. 19, according to North County Fire Protection District Capt. John Choi. The incident occurred around 9:09 a.m., when a Piper PA-32-301T Turbo Saratoga, registered as N177DF, overran the runway during a landing attempt on Runway 18, North County Fire Protection District reported. The pilot, the only person on board, was not hurt, and no other injuries were reported. After the plane came to a... Full story

  • Neighborhood evacuated after gas leak

    Village News - AC Investigations|Updated Oct 11, 2024

    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

  • Stolen E-bike is replaced for hard working young man

    Village News Staff|Updated Sep 26, 2024

    Last week Village News published a story about Jordan Paredes, a hard working young man who had his new E-bike stolen, which he used to get to work everyday. After the story ran, there donations were brought into both Main Street Cafe and Village News to help Paredes to replace his bike. On Monday, Sept. 24, Paredes was presented a new e-bike with the generous help of donors, his mother, and the owner of E-Bike-a-Go-Go on North Main in Fallbrook. Tony Campbell from AC...

  • E-bike stolen from hard-working local young man

    Village News staff|Updated Sep 19, 2024

    An E-bike was stolen from a young man who used it to get to his job everyday at Main Street Cafe. If anyone has seen this bike or has any information about the theft, which is a felony, call the Sheriff's Department in Fallbrook 760-451-3100. An e-bike was stolen outside Albertsons in Fallbrook last Monday, Sept. 8, about 9:30 a.m. The bike belonged to 20-year-old Jordan Paredes, who received it as a birthday gift earlier this summer to help him commute to his job at the...

  • Little brother arrested as suspect in killing of brother

    Village News - AC Investigations|Updated Sep 15, 2024

    UPDATED STORY: On September 5, 2024, the 15-year-old brother of Eduardo Delarosa who was shot and killed Wednesday night, Sept. 4, was arrested for the homicide of his brother. He was booked into Juvenile Hall for Murder. Both Eduardo Delarosa and his brother reside in Fallbrook. Eduardo Delarosa, 24, was shot Wednesday night in a violent incident reported at 8:24 pm, Sept. 4, at the Fallbrook View Apartments, located at 901 Alturas Road. On September 6, 2024, the Medical... Full story

  • UPDATE: Firefighters stop forward progression of Rice 2 Fire overnight

    Village News - Brian Briggs|Updated Sep 15, 2024

    7 am UPDATE: CAL FIRE San Diego reports tht "Firefighters stopped the forward progression of the fire around midnight last night. This morning the fire is 25% contained and firefighters are going to remain engaged today to ensure the fire is fully contained." _________________________________________________________ Units are currently at 35569 Rice Canyon Rd. and the fire is dubbed as Rice2Fire. It has spread to 5 to 10 acres and is moving slowly, holding at a ridge,... Full story

  • 16 signs your body needs more nutrition: A guide to identifying nutrient deficiencies

    Village News Staff|Updated Aug 30, 2024

    According to Dr. Berg DC, understanding the subtle signs of nutritional deficiencies can be key to improving your health and well-being. He explains to his 500,000 subscribers on YouTube, that many health issues arise from a lack of essential nutrients, and recognizing these symptoms can help you address deficiencies before they lead to more significant problems. Here are 16 signs that he explains your body may be lacking in important nutrients and what you can do about it. 1. Brittle nails Brittle nails often indicate a...

  • Accident at Fallbrook St. and Elbrook

    Village News - Brian Briggs|Updated Aug 23, 2024

    A grey Honda and a grey Toyota collided today on Fallbrook Street near Elbrook St. in Fallbrook. The accident was reported at 5:06 pm. One woman was transported. The cause of the accident is unknown.... Full story

  • Traffic collision reported at Reche Rd and Tecalote

    Village News Editorial Staff|Updated Aug 13, 2024

    Traffic may be affected on Reche Rd near the Valley Oaks Mobile Home park. A collision involving two vehicles and no injuries was reported at 10:24 am this morning on Reche Rd. and Tecalote. First responders are attending to the victims and North County Fire has requested a tow truck at 11:54 am A collision involving possibly four vehicles was reported at about 10:25 am at Reche and Tecalote. No other information is available at this time. Village News/AC Investigations is on... Full story

  • Camp Pendleton fire burns 50 acres

    Village News|Updated Aug 9, 2024

    Yankee Fire has a potential for 200 acres. No structures are threatened. The rate of spread is still moderate and 50 acres has burned as of 4:10 pm. Yankee Fire range 710 A on Camp Pendleton is on fire and 30 acres have burned at a moderate rate of spread. The fire is burning along the San Mateo Creek bottom. More information will be reported as it is available... Full story

  • Two people displaced in apartment fire

    Village News Staff and AC Investigations|Updated Aug 8, 2024

    On Sunday, Aug. 4, at 6:11 p.m., a call of an apartment fire was called in and responded to by North County Fire Protection District. The call came in from the 1200 block of Alturas Road in Fallbrook. NCFPD PIO Capt. John Choi said, "Three individuals were assessed and released." According to Choi, people on the scene were helping with fire extinguishers and they were then assessed for smoke inhalation. Choi said the fire was contained to one unit and it is still under...

  • Woman suffers traumatic injures after being struck on Fallbrook Street

    Village News and AC Investigations|Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Christen Cavanaugh suffered traumatic injuries Tuesday, Aug. 6, at 8:38 pm when she was struck by a vehicle in the 1200 block of Fallbrook Street near the Community Center. Fallbrook Street was closed from both directions while emergency services and first responders provided advanced life support. She was transported to Palomar Hospital and witnesses reported that she clearly had head trauma. Cavanaugh's condition is unknown at this time. The Village News would like to... Full story

  • Fire Hydrant Struck in Two-Vehicle Collision

    Village News Staff|Updated Jul 29, 2024

    Tonight at approximately 9:06 PM, a vehicle accident occurred involving two vehicles and a fire hydrant at the intersection of North Brandon and East Mission streets. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that one of the vehicles struck the fire hydrant, causing significant water damage and knocking down a pedestrian crosswalk sign. Emergency responders arrived on scene, Additional units were dispatched and arrived shortly after to assist with the situation. The... Full story

  • Negotiations Reach Critical Phase as Tri-City Board Explores Alternatives

    Village News Editorial Staff|Updated Jul 25, 2024

    UC San Diego Health and the Tri-City Healthcare District are at a critical juncture in their negotiations aimed at revitalizing the financially troubled Tri-City Medical Center, nearly nine months after their collaboration began, according to the San Diego Union Tribune. Initially anticipated to conclude by March's end, the talks have extended well beyond expectations, prompting the Tri-City board to take decisive action during a special meeting on Friday. Dr. Gene Ma, CEO of... Full story

  • Large spill on E. Mission overpass and northbound I-15 onramp before three-vehicle crash and possible hit and run

    Village News staff|Updated Jul 2, 2024

    At approximately 1:01 PM, reports emerged of a significant traffic hazard on the E. Mission overpass and I-15 Mission Rd Northbound onramp. A truck reportedly dumped a large quantity of saw dust or similar material on the roadway, creating hazardous conditions. The roadway has become extremely slippery, causing at least one vehicle to slide when the driver applied brakes. By 1:02 PM, the truck responsible for the spill, identified as a double dump type from San Pasqual Valley Soils, was observed on the right-hand shoulder... Full story

  • Possible DUI collision sends one to hospital

    Village News and AC Investigations|Updated Jul 1, 2024

    A traffic collision on Ammunition Road and South Mission Road tonight at about 9 pm resulted in one person being transported to the hospital, and one driver was being tested for a DUI according to witnesses at the scene. The incident occurred at approximately 8:56 PM when a vehicle collided with another car carrying a man and his daughter. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) initially classified the incident as an unknown injury traffic collision but later updated it to a... Full story

  • Multi-collision fatal accident on I-5

    Village News Editorial|Updated Jun 27, 2024

    A tragic multi-vehicle collision resulted in a fatality and significant travel disruptions early this morning on Interstate 5 near Las Pulgas Road. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) and emergency services were alerted to the scene around 3:04 am, following reports of a two-vehicle crash that quickly escalated. The I-15 has also been backed up for hours, possibly from people using the alternate route. According to initial reports, one vehicle was stalled on the I-5 freeway when a second vehicle collided with it, causing a... Full story

  • SUV overturned and down embankment

    Village News|Updated Jun 26, 2024

    BREAKING: San Diego, CA - June 26, 2024 Emergency services are currently responding to an incident on a remote stretch of road near San Diego, where an SUV has rolled over and is now resting on its side approximately 30 feet down an embankment. The California Highway Patrol received reports around 3:15 PM of the vehicle's precarious position, prompting a swift deployment of fire and ambulance units to the area. Initial reports indicate that a male individual was seen standing... Full story

  • All lanes stopped for traffic collision at S. Mission Rd. and Winterhaven

    Village News and AC Investigations|Updated Jun 14, 2024

    2 vehicles are still waiting to get a tow after colliding today, June 14th, at S. Mission Rd. and Winterhaven. No medical attention was reported necessary. All lanes were stopped as of 2:05 p.m. Avoid the area, if possible....

  • Two arrested after alleged Taco Bell robbery

    Village News Staff|Updated Jun 13, 2024

    Last Wednesday, June 5, two people were arrested after an alleged attempted burglary of the Fallbrook Taco Bell in the 1100 block of South Mission Road. It was reported that there was female staff in the Taco Bell during the attempted robbery. Logan Linner, age 25, was arrested for Felony Conspiracy to Commit Crime and Felony Commercial Burglary. In addition, charges relating to DUI:Drugs, Possession of non-narcotic drugs, controlled substance, paraphernalia and possession of... Full story

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