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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More and more, people are starting to take their dogs to the north section of Live Oak Park and setting them loose. Some dogs are let loose in the parking lot, others at baseball fields, some people pick up the loose leash pretending to have the dog in control, or they let their dogs loose by the children’s playground area away from visual contact of rangers. Last week, I was walking my two dogs leashed, when I saw a German Sheppard walking loose by its owner. I called out a...
LeBistro, a Fallbrook tradition in the heart of Main Street for over 34 years, is about to close its doors at the first of the year. Why, you might ask? How has this happened? New owners took over LeBistro in November 2012 to provide a challenge in retirement but, more importantly, to preserve a Fallbrook landmark restaurant. Despite a varied advertising campaign and creative promotions, the business has not generated sufficient regular diners. There are Fallbrook and out-of-town patrons who appreciate the ambiance with an... Full story
On behalf of the entire staff at Home Instead Senior Care Franchise #146 in Vista, I would like to give a heartfelt “thank you” to everyone who helped with this year’ s very successful ‘Be a Santa to a Senior’ program. With the support from generous shoppers, the wonderful Wal-Mart stores, and our twenty two business partners, we were able to collect and deliver over 700 gifts to our seniors in the North San Diego area. A special “thank you” is extended to the many volunteers who shared their time to collect, wrap and deli...
I want to share a very kind and happy experience I had in our fair town. I lost an earring on Saturday, Dec. 21 when having breakfast at Main Street Café with two friends. I returned to the café but we could not find it. On Monday, Dec. 23, I got a phone call. The wonderful staff, owner, and two great regulars found my gold earring! I want to say “thank you!” There are great folks out there. I drove over from my home in Oceanside and recovered my lost earring. I just want to commend the owner, female staff, and two nice... Full story
FALLBROOK – Author Deanne Stillman, winner of the 2013 Western Writers of America Spur Award, will be the featured author at the Tuesday, Jan. 14 Writers Read at Fallbrook Library in the community room, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. In a recent interview, Stillman described the common theme of the desert in her books, “Desert Reckoning: A Town Sheriff, A Mojave Hermit and the Biggest Manhunt in Modern California History,” which won the Spur Award, “Mustang: The Saga of the Wild Ho...
SACRAMENTO - The California Highway Patrol has issued a reminder regarding several new laws or changes to existing law that went into effect in 2014. The following are summaries of some transportation-related laws that, unless otherwise stated, went into effect on Jan. 1. Amber Alert: Expansion (AB 535, Quirk): This law requires law enforcement to request activation of the Amber Alerts after receiving a report that a child has been taken abducted by anyone, including a... Full story
FALLBROOK - Planning is always on the minds of the staff of the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce and this year plans for ‘Christmas in the Village’ 2014 are already underway. A Village Artisan Faire was added in 2013 to the usual, festive events and gatherings and next year a Fallbrook Christmas card design will be chosen and the cards will be available in the Chamber office beginning in October. There will be a $500 cash prize for the artist whose work is chosen to represent Fallbrook and they will also be allowed to sell sig...
FALLBROOK – The Foundation for Senior Care has announced the appointment of Karen Geuy as office manager. “Many people may recognize Karen as the friendly face that greeted visitors for the last three years as the concierge for Regency Fallbrook,” said foundation executive director Dotty Metcalf. “Previously for 19 years, Karen owned video stores in Vista and Oceanside. She brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in management, sales and marketing.” Formerl... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Red Sock Event sponsored by the Fallbrook Branch of the American Association of University Women proved to be a successful event helped by the men of AAUW. They parked cars, prepared food, entertained, moved furniture, etc. so that the organization was able to raise money for their educational and legal advocacy funds which help women in their education and equality endeavors....
FALLBROOK – The band, The Shakedown Daddies will return to Fallbrook on Friday, January 10 at MaGee’s Tavern, 125 South Main Ave. They will perform from 8 to 11 p.m. (no cover). The Shakedown Daddies play high-energy, original music mixed with a unique spin on popular covers from the 70’s, 80, and 90’s....
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Refuse has said they will pick up holiday trees for recycling on regular service days for contracted customers in the Fallbrook area. Trees must be removed from stands, and cleared of all tinsel and other decorations before placing for pickup. Tree must be cut in segments no longer than four feet. Fallbrook Refuse said trees may be placed next to the trash containers for pickup. According to the County of San Diego and I Love A Clean San Diego, trees and yard trimmings are easily recyclable into...
FALLBROOK – Regular exercise can benefit the body in many ways, helping men and women maintain healthier weights and lower their risks for developing potentially deadly diseases. Though many people are quick to associate exercise with its physical benefits, those hours spent on the treadmill also can boost brain power. According to Dr. Barry Gordon, professor of neurology and cognitive science at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions and coauthor of “Intelligent Memory: I... Full story
FALLBROOK – Seniors in the community will benefit from the Fallbrook Adult/Senior Day Care Center, funded in part by a grant from Legacy Endowment Community Foundation. According to Dotty Metcalf, executive director of the Foundation for Senior Care, “The Adult/Senior Day Care Center has been in existence since 2002 with Teddie Borges as the administrator. The needs are great, and $10,000 will help with those families who might not be able to afford to utilize the c...
VISTA – Stem cell research will be the topic of the North County Parkinson’s Support Group meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 8 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, Brengle Terrace Park, 1400 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. Guest speaker Brad Arens, a Parkinson’s patient and mountain climber just back from Mount Everest, will talk about Stem cell research to cure Parkinson’s disease. A Care and Share time and free refreshments are included; call (760) 497-1200 for more information.... Full story
FALLBROOK – The sister social organizations Newcomer and Encore clubs outdid themselves this season. Each club gathered for a special holiday luncheon where the dining tables were beautifully decorated by individual members to show a lovely array of holiday themes. These included Hanukkah and a Chinese holiday in addition to traditional Christmas decor. They were truly beautiful! Newcomers and their guests held their luncheon at the Fallbrook United Methodist Church... Full story
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Fallbrook High School’s girls water polo team began the 2013-14 season by winning two games and losing three in the Dec. 5-7 Rancho Bernardo Tournament. The results gave Fallbrook 12th place among the 28 teams in the tournament. The Warriors had wins over Eastlake and Poway while losing to Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Buena Vista, and Patrick Henry. “I was a little disappointed we lost to RBV,” said Fallbrook coach Sean Redmond. “I felt we had that game. We just weren’t able to finish it.” The Warriors played Eastlake and Rancho... Full story
FALLBROOK – Dec. 14 was the first day of San Diego County’s High School World Team Tennis (WTT) season, with the Fallbrook Warriors one of 19 teams taking part, opening their season with a solid win over Escondido’s Orange Glen, 31-14. World Team Tennis is a popular form of professional tennis, allowing team competition in what is traditionally an individual sport, and it has now segued into high school tennis. Last year, San Diego County was selected as the first cou... Full story
Fallbrook High School’s girls basketball team took fifth place in the San Diego County Classic tournament. The Warriors won three games while losing two in the tournament which opened Fallbrook’s season and continued after the Warriors returned from the River Valley Tournament in Arizona. “We’re definitely a growing basketball team,” said Fallbrook coach Dan Bachman. “We played really well in stretches.” Fallbrook’s first tournament game and 2013-14 season opener took place Dec. 2 at home against Valley Center. Although the J... Full story
The Avocado West League girls volleyball coaches selected five Fallbrook High School players for all-league status. Outside hitter Kendra Dahlke was placed on the league’s first team. Outside hitter Sarah Grantham was given second-team recognition. The league’s honorable mention selections included libero Tiara Siaton and middle blockers Brooke Bishop and Danielle LeVan. “It’s always good to see the hard work being recognized,” said Fallbrook coach Robin Reese. The first player mentioned during the coaches’ meeting was...
Fallbrook High School’s field hockey team placed fourth in the final Avocado League standings with a 4-6 league record while completing the regular season with a 13-11 mark. “You want to do a little better, but I have to say every game we lost in the season was by one goal with the exception of RBV (Rancho Buena Vista), so the girls were in it the whole way,” said Fallbrook coach Kathy Waite. Rancho Buena Vista defeated the Warriors by a 3-1 score in the Serra Tournament. The Longhorns swept the two league matches by 4-1 a...
Janice Renee Arnold of Fallbrook, California, passed away at home on December 23, 2013, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 58, after a seven year battle with breast cancer. Jan was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas on January 17, 1955 to Norma Jean and Eukie Woodard, who survive. Together they moved in 1958 to Northridge, California where Jan spent her youth active in Girl Scouting and church and family activities. Jan graduated from Cleveland High School in 1972. While... Full story
Sarah Benton Halsey, 77, passed away peacefully at her home in Fallbrook, Calif. on Friday December 13, 2013 after a difficult, 3-year battle with facial cancer. She was born October 23, 1936 in Montreal, Canada, where her father, Russell W. Benton, was a diplomat in the U.S. Foreign Service, but she spent most of her early years in Buffalo, New York. She attended the Buffalo Seminary and graduated from Sweet Briar College in Virginia. After working a year in New York City,...
Anita R. (Soderberg) Bruce of Fallbrook, Calif. went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 16, 2013 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She fought pancreatic cancer with strength and dignity. Anita was born in San Diego on May 7, 1939 and resided with her parents until graduating from Kearny High School. She married Lloyd Bruce June 16, 1957 and they began their married life in Imperial Beach, Calif. residing in a home that they built together. Five years later,...
Donald Allyn Frantzich was born February 4, 1951 to Otto and Gretchen Frantzich in Gardenia Calif. Though he was not their natural born, they vowed not to let him ever feel that way. His brother David (also now deceased) came along shortly after. In the late sixties, the Frantzich family moved to Fallbrook where Dad resided until his last day. My father was a curious child who attended the all boys military academy in Oceanside, Calif. as a preteen, then graduated FUHS in 1969...
