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  • Elliott to speak to Democratic Club Feb. 2

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    FALLBROOK - The speaker at the Fallbrook Democratic Club’s Feb. 2 meeting, scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Fallbrook Public Utility District board room, will be Jon Elliott. Elliott’s topic will be “What the Presidential Election is Really About and How the Media will Frame It.” Elliott has had an extensive talk radio career. His show was carried on over 35 stations, including New York, and was ranked the second highest Air America Network program. He has interviewed almost...

  • Speaker to explain the adolescent brain

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    FALLBROOK – Fallbrook High School is offering a free workshop, “The Adolescent Brain: Open During Reconstruction,” on Wednesday, Feb. 1 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Presented by David Ghoogasian, an educational consultant/trainer, the session will explore the changes that adolescent brains undergo, what influence these changes have on teenagers’ behavior and how knowing about them can help parents to better understand and guide their adolescent children. The workshop will take place in the performing arts center at the high...

  • Village News encourages readers to send in stories for Valentine's issue

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook/Bonsall Village News would like to hear from readers who have interesting and/or entertaining stories they would like to share relating to past Valentine’s Day experiences and/or couples who work together to achieve success in business. Stories about Valentine’s Day experiences can include romantic surprises, trips, special home-prepared meals, activities, thoughtful gestures, inspirational experiences, and more. The newspaper would also lik...

  • FHS softball to hold rummage sale fundraiser

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    FALLBROOK - The Fallbrook High softball team will be holding a rummage sale on Saturday, Jan. 28 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Fallbrook Union High School District parking lot (located next to the varsity softball field). All proceeds from the sale will go to support FHS Softball. Coach Patti Drew said, “We have one of the nicest fields in our league, but would like to continue to make improvements to our facility. The money raised will be a huge help for us.” To donate items for the sale, email fallbrookhighsoftball@ gma...

  • Volunteers needed for Relay for Life

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    FALLBROOK – The American Cancer Society is looking for volunteers to help plan this year’s Relay for Life event in Fallbrook, which will take place June 9 and 10. Volunteers can help make this overnight event very successful in raising money for cancer research, programs, and awareness. The local event will be held at Fallbrook Union High School as well as in more than 4,800 other U.S. communities and 19 countries abroad. For more information on the event, or to learn more about volunteering to help, email c... Full story

  • Fallbrook Library First Anniversary Celebration

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    FALLBROOK - The Fallbrook Library is celebrating a successful first year in its award-winning new building. On Saturday, Jan. 28, the Library will host a day of fun activities, beginning with a speech by Supervisor Bill Horn at 11 a.m. There will also be cake, ice cream, art, music, dancing, face painting, and a clown. For the complete schedule of events, go to www.fallbrooklibraryfriends.org....

  • Free income tax return preparation service taking appointments

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    FALLBROOK – AARP’s tax-aide program will provide IRS-certified volunteer preparers for the 17th year here in Fallbrook. This program provides tax return preparation for low and middle income taxpayers with special emphasis for seniors. Preparation includes personal federal and California State returns of a non-complex nature. Appointments at the Fallbrook Senior Center, 399 Heald Lane, can be made by calling (760) 689-2543 starting on Jan. 31. Volunteers are not trained to prepare tax forms that include rental or f...

  • Fallbrook has two treasures

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    I would like send out a huge ‘thank you’ to both Birchall and Sons Cleaning & Restoration and Fallbrook Plumbing. Recently, we had a hot water slab leak under my daughter’s bedroom, which had apparently been an issue for some time. We called Mitch at Fallbrook Plumbing; he was out that day and was able to reroute our pipes and cap off the leak. We also discovered that we had a mold problem in the walls so we contacted Will at Birchall and Sons and he too came out that day and checked out the problem. We ended up needi... Full story

  • An evening to remember

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    We extend many thanks to the McDougal Family, Fallbrook Winery, and Faro Trupiano for a wonderful evening of dinner and wine pairing on Jan. 14 at the Grand Tradition. Those of us who were there shared a dining and learning experience of first class food, wine and entertainment. Who knew arancini could taste so good? To paraphrase another saying, if you present Fallbrook with a unique and memorable event, we will attend. Judy Gillespie... Full story

  • Actor Gary Sinise to bring benefit concert to Temecula to benefit triple amputee

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    TEMECULA – Following a detailed presentation by actor Gary Sinise, the Temecula City Council unanimously agreed on Tuesday, Jan. 10 to give Sinise and his “Lt. Dan Band” permission to perform a concert at the Town Square City Plaza. Money raised from ticket sales will go to build a “smart home” for 27-year-old Cpl. Juan Dominguez, who became a triple amputee as a result of injuries sustained in Afghanistan. He has chosen Temecula as the city where he wants to live wi... Full story

  • 'Branson on the Road' schedules two shows at Mission Theatre

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    FALLBROOK - After over 20 years of performing at the top theatres in Branson, Mo. on Country Music Boulevard, the national touring group, ‘Branson on the Road’ will appear at Fallbrook’s Mission Theatre, 231 Main Ave., on Feb. 18, in two performances - at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., with tickets now on sale. “’Branson on the Road’ takes concert goers back to the glory of days of the Grand Ole Opry, and the Louisiana Hayride traveling shows,” said booking chairperson Dave Aranda-R... Full story

  • Valentine's Winemaker Dinner set for Feb. 12 at La Caseta

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    Those in search of a beautifully prepared, sumptuous Valentine’s dinner to share with a loved one or friend need look no further than La Caseta restaurant in Fallbrook. On Sunday evening, Feb. 12, owner/chef Delos Eyer will present a five course meal fit for royalty. Eyer has outdone himself on the development of this special menu and has paired fine choices of Fallbrook Winery wines with each course. Diners will begin with Ensalada Caesar con Cameron Grande, which consists of a crisp Caesar salad accented with grilled, m... Full story

  • Tiernan in concert at Fallbrook Library Feb. 5

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    FALLBROOK – As part of the winter round of free Acoustic Showcase concerts, the San Diego County Library will feature Michael Tiernan in concert at the Fallbrook branch, 124 S. Mission Road on Feb. 5 at 2 p.m. The spring series will be launched in March. “These concerts are a great way to bring the community together in celebration of local talent,” said County Library Director José Aponte. “We’re proud to be able to offer them free of charge, providing our customer... Full story

  • Scripps doctor pens book on the digital revolution in health care

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    SAN DIEGO - The inventions of cell phones, personal computers, and the Internet ushered in the digital revolution and altered people’s existence in ways that were unimaginable just a few decades ago. But the most precious part of one’s existence – one’s health - has so far been largely unaffected and insulated from these innovations. In the new book, “The Creative Destruction of Medicine: How the Digital Revolution Will Create Better Health Care” (Basic Books, available...

  • Fallbrook Hospital opens Center for Specialty Services

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    FALLBROOK - On Monday, January 16, Fallbrook Hospital opened its new Center for Specialty Services at 617 Alvarado Street. “The Center’s opening demonstrates our continued commitment to adding new and improving existing services to better meet the needs of our community,” said Alex Villa, CEO. Fallbrook Hospital Physical Therapy moved from its Potter Street location to the new center and now includes a larger gym and therapy rooms for patients undergoing physical, occup...

  • Dennis Deuling: providing the dream home

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    For many individuals, recapping 2011 does not take a long time. Many say that they haven’t done much, and that they hope to do better in the New Year. For Dennis Deuling, this has not been the problem. Instead, Deuling has been busy renovating his clients’ houses and modifying them into their ideal homes. This even means taking some customers’ worst nightmare and transforming it into a dream come true. “I got involved with a home that caught fire in Temecula last year,... Full story

  • Fallbrook ruggers fall to Belmont Shore team

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

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  • Golf Scores January 26, 2012

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    Pala Mesa Women’s Golf Club Best 9 par 4’s Jan. 5, 2012 First flight First low gross Kathy Callagy 49 First low net Phyllis Molloff 36 Second low gross Teri Callahan 51 Second low net Joan Bartel 40 Second flight First low gross Monita Patry 49 First low net Nancy Korchick 37.5 Second low gross Donna Bremner 56 Second low net - tie Maureen Mitchell 38 RoseMarie Schumann Men’s Club Tournament Pala Mesa Golf Resort Jan. 11, 2012 Low Net First place Jeff Mulford 68 Second place - tie Dennis Conrad 70 Michael Callahan 70 Low Putt...

  • Warrior wrestlers do well at Las Vegas Holiday Classic

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    Since Fallbrook High School’s wrestling team took only seven members to the Las Vegas Holiday Classic tournament Dec. 16-17 the Warriors had little chance of accumulating enough points for a high team position, but the Fallbrook participants made an impact on the mat during the tournament. “We had some guys who had some of the best matches I’ve ever seen them wrestle,” said Fallbrook head coach Greg Wagaman. “We wrestled real well all the way around.” Six of the seven Fallbrook wrestlers won at least one match either in t...

  • Warrior Softball offers annual Youth Skills Clinic

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    FALLBROOK - Three all-league selections from last year’s Fallbrook High varsity softball team will lead the Fallbrook Warriors skills clinic on Saturday, Jan 28. This is an annual fundraising clinic put on by the varsity coaches and players. All girls registered to play in the Fallbrook Girls Softball League are encouraged to attend. “The clinic is a great way for the recreational players to get ready for the spring season, and our high school players really enjoy working with the future Warriors,” said coaches. The clini...

  • Nike SoCal Classic all-tournament team includes four Warrior girls

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    The all-tournament team for the Nike Southern California Classic girls soccer tournament which was played Dec. 27 to 30 in Oceanside included four Fallbrook High School players. Left midfielder Sarah Foster, center midfielder Kylie King, right midfielder Peyton Brittain, and center defender Madison Ashbrook were the four Warriors who earned all-tournament honors. “All four of those players were impact players and helped the team get the success that they had,” said Fallbrook coach Kevin Koptieff. Fallbrook reached the fin... Full story

  • Ports makes hole-in-one at Fallbrook Golf Club

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

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  • SDG&E adds green button to website so consumers can check energy use

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    SAN DIEGO – San Diego Gas & Electric has added a green button to its website that now allows consumers to check their energy use online and download the consumption data in one click. The official launch of the new technology was announced Jan. 18 in tandem with PG&E in Santa Clara, Calif. and attended by U.S. Chief of Technology Officer Aneesh Chopra, who had introduced an idea last year relating to green buttons on energy company websites for use by consumers. Other...

  • Pitfalls of pet ownership can be avoided

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    Pet ownership has wonderful rewards, such as companionship, protection, and especially entertainment, but it is also full of responsibility. The most basic responsibilities include vaccinations, food, water, and shelter. In addition, being a part of the family environment brings its own rewards for both the pet and the family. One aspect of ownership that seems to be lacking in our area is vaccination. Young pets, like children, are very susceptible to a variety of illnesses...

  • Lucretia Morey Craig

    Updated Jan 26, 2012

    Lucretia Morey Craig died peacefully in her home on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2012, in Fallbrook, Calif. Cris was 91 years old and born in Mercer County, Penn. on Nov. 21, 1920 to Lucretia and Wilbur Morey. In 1940, she graduated from Thiel College and taught high school English and science. Her life was devoted to being a homemaker, Air Force wife, and master china painter. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Colonel Robert Craig. She is survived by her daughter Kay...