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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FALLBROOK — North County Fire Protection District (NCFPD) has an exciting opportunity for local citizens. Recently, the position of Fire Corps Administrative Volunteer was established and NCFPD is now seeking applicants to fill the 10 inaugural positions. There are no age restrictions, although volunteers must be able to fill four-hour shifts, one in the morning and another in the afternoon, four times during the course of a month. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, complete the application and inte...
Comedian Mike Williams will be the featured speaker for the Laugh for Life fundraising banquet to benefit the Fallbrook Pregnancy Resource Center on Saturday, February 7. Williams is an inspirational entertainer who has made millions of people laugh. His faith and family-friendly material has been seen on network television shows, in magazine articles, his books and DVDs and in his live concerts. His life story leaves people marveling at the grace and mercy of God. He makes his home in Florida with his wife of 22 years and...
Sign up now for a fast and fabulous cooking class offered by Village Kitchen Design and Youngren Construction on Friday, January 30, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Renowned chef and author Phillis Carey will demonstrate several delicious dishes for easy, elegant entertaining at home. Taste wines by Fallbrook Winery to learn more about pairing wines with various dishes. Class size will be limited to 20 participants. Total cost is $49 per person. Class will be held at 116 North Main Avenue, Fallbrook. To learn more, or to register, call...
The Murrieta-Temecula California Republican Assembly Club will meet on Friday, February 6, at 6 p.m. State Senator Dennis Hollingsworth, whose 36th District includes portions of San Diego and Riverside counties, will be the featured speaker. The dinner program (community welcome) will start promptly at 6:30 p.m. at Pat & Oscar’s restaurant, 29375 Rancho California Road, Temecula. The cost is $15 members, $20 non-members, $10 for students under 25, which includes program with buffet dinner. Seating for the dinner reception i... Full story
The Friends of the Fallbrook Library’s next Book Talk will be held Thursday, February 12. The selection is “Wild Swans” by Jung Chang. It is the evocative, unsettling and gripping story of how three generations of women in Chang’s family fared in the political maelstrom of China during the 20th century. The discussion will be led by Rachel Wegner. Book Talk meets the second Thursday of each month (September through June) from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the FPUD community room. The selection for March is “The Whistling Season” b... Full story
Officials from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) are currently conducting an investigation into how 19-year-old Sean Walker Jordan may have acquired alcohol prior to the December 20 automobile accident on SR76 that claimed his life. The ABC’s Target Responsibility for Alcohol Connected Emergencies (TRACE) unit is conducting an investigation simultaneous with investigations done by the California Highway Patrol to determine where the alcoholic bevera...
FALLBROOK — Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary is having a special promotion to encourage the adoption of an overabundance of sweet, loving black cats and kittens. Between now and Valentine’s Day, February 14, anyone who adopts the black cat with the secret nickname of “Lucky” will win a bowlful of rewards provided by Creature Comforts in Fallbrook, including one year of cat food, a cat bed, a litter box and a host of other goodies. The new owner will also have their adoption fees wa...
Fallbrook Citizens’ Crime Prevention Committee is sponsoring the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) at its public crime prevention meeting on Tuesday, January 27, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church’s auditorium, 1405 East Fallbrook Street. The featured speakers will be Eileen Zeidler, drug enforcement special agent and information officer, and Robert Dorenbush, resident agent in charge, Carlsbad Resident Office, which oversees Fallbrook. The public can learn about the drug trends in this area and bec...
FALLBROOK — The Fallbrook Union High School District (FUHSD) is planning to hold budget planning and information sessions to inform stakeholders of the potential fiscal impact of the state budget on the district and to seek input from all sources to assist in coping with these budget reductions. Two meetings, which are open to the public, have been scheduled. The first will take place at 3 p.m. on Thursday, January 22. The second meeting will be held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, February 3. The location for both meetings is room 2...
Thank you so much to St. John’s Episcopal Church & Thrift Shop for your generous donation to Operation United Families. Your kindness and generosity this year and in years past has helped make the holidays a much happier time for many enlisted members of the military and their families, especially the children! The proceeds from your thrift shop help many in need and you have never forgotten those who sacrifice much to serve our country. Thank you again! Eileen Delaney Operation United Families...
This weekend I took my children to the local movie theater. Our experience was anything but pleasant. I thought that maybe if I shared my experience with others, then the management might care to make some changes. There were a handful of couples and a rather large amount of young teens in attendance. The movie started off with a warm welcome from the staff and continued with a myriad of texting, moving, giggling and standing all about the theater. At first I figured that this was normal teen behavior and would last several... Full story
Delusion is in the eyes of the beholder. Jerry Sarnataro’s statement that Pres. Bush is delusional is simply his opinion. Some might think he is delusional. Our soon to be new administration will stumble from time to time. We live in an imperfect world. When difficulties occur the Bush bashers will be quick to point out that it is because of the residuals of the Bush administration. They have never been known to accept any responsibility. Some of the problems of the last years were exacerbated by the policies of the C...
If that Governor from Illinois was trying to sell President Obama’s senate seat for millions of dollars, “How much money do our honest, honorable senators make a year?” off the books? $1 million, $10 million or $50 million per year? What do our honest, honorable senators do with that paycheck we give them every week – give it to their children to buy toys with? Thank you and have a nice day, voters. John S. Cardona... Full story
FALLBROOK — Fallbrook Library will host a “New Beginning” open house on Friday, January 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. San Diego County Library Director José Aponte will be on hand to discuss the library’s services and visit with the public. The event also coincides with the San Diego County Library’s Fine-Free Friday program, in which all overdue fines are waived on items returned that day in every County Library branch. Entertainment for the family is planned, including Latin jazz by Le Jazz Hot and a magic show by The Amazing Dana....
FALLBROOK — The Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary has secured temporary housing for its animals for the next 60 days at the Clip and Snip Country Kennels in Murrieta. Volunteers are urgently needed to assist in the daily care and feeding of the animals during this period of relocation, while the Sanctuary staff seeks a permanent facility closer to Fallbrook. Zoning regulations, which prevented the Sanctuary from establishing a permanent facility in their present location, are very restrictive for “kennel” property. A group of dedic... Full story
Members of Boy Scout Troop 739, sponsored by Zion Lutheran Church of Fallbrook, recently held a Flag Retirement Ceremony while camping on Fiesta Island in San Diego. As each American flag was retired, each Scout and parent stood silent as the group reflected on ‘Old Glory,’ the symbol of our nation. This is what was shared: “I am Old Glory; for more than nine score years I have been the banner of hope and freedom for generation after generation of Americans. “Born amid the fir...
FALLBROOK — Daria LaVoie is a native of Southern California and has been a professional hairstylist for 35 years. Although she has only been in Fallbrook for a year she says she has fallen in love with the town and its people. Most of LaVoie’s career has been in salons in Belmont Shores, Park Plaza and Naples. Prior to moving to Fallbrook, she took a brief hiatus from styling. Now working at Bello Lei Salon, LaVoie says she is refreshed, recharged and has regained the pas...
Fallbrook residents looking for a more elaborate and unique Valentine’s Day gift for their special someone can find a truly one-of-a-kind gift at the Brandon Art Gallery in the historic downtown district. Brandon Art Gallery, an artists’ co-op near the corner of Alvarado and Main, will offer the public opportunities to watch artists create original Valentine’s Day cards from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on two upcoming Fridays, January 30 and February 13. At least 10 different artis... Full story
FALLBROOK — The Fallbrook Senior Travel Club has several trips in the planning stages. The first is to Viejas Casino on February 17 at a cost of $12. This includes a two-for-one lunch, driver’s tip and water. There is a shopping center across the street with many well known stores. The bus will leave the center at 8 a.m. and be back home around 5 p.m. There will be no refunds or cancellations after February 1. The seniors will be going to the Midway on March 19. Cost is $55 for the bus and admission to the ship, which inc... Full story
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CARLSBAD — McClellan-Palomar Airport will unveil its new look during grand opening ceremonies at 11 a.m. on January 29. The address is 2198 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad. The airport renovation required 13 months to complete and includes an 18,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art terminal; new parking lots; and a new aircraft ramp. The terminal features high-tech passenger and baggage screening areas, a spacious lobby and boarding lounge and easy passenger access via a new elevator and walkway from three new parking lots. O... Full story
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Master Baker Nick Malgieri has authored “The Modern Baker”, a bold and inspiring collection of 150 classic and contemporary recipes full of time-saving techniques. Published by DK Publishing, the New York Times said, “Cooks eager to stretch their skills will find Mr. Malgieri an inspiring coach.” I echo that and more! This is a book after my heart! It contains well documented versions of my favorite recipes and manner of baking, so many short-cuts, explanations, and photographs that cause one to salivate…well I can do no mor...
For those who grew up listening to fairytales, the term “happily ever after” usually signals the end of the story. But in the Old Town Temecula Community Theater’s rendition of “Into the Woods,” happily ever after is just the beginning. The 1986 Tony-winning musical by Stephen Sondheim was inspired by Bruno Bettelheim’s 1976 book, “The Uses of Enchantment,” and intertwines several Brothers Grimm fairytales in order to explore the consequences of wishes. The narrator, played by John Edward Clark, notes that wishes are more...
WASHINGTON, DC — Many people do not know how to tell the difference between carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and the flu. Information about preventing carbon monoxide poisoning can be found in a new fact sheet developed by EPA. Symptoms that could be the result of CO poisoning include feeling better when away from home or having the symptoms occur or get worse shortly after turning on a fuel-burning device or running a vehicle in an attached garage. Carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless gas, is the most common cause of p...
