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Articles from the January 29, 2015 edition


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  • Healthcare district honors 2015 Health Care Heroes, provides update on Fallbrook Hospital situation

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    At the Fallbrook Healthcare District’s (FHD) Community Collaborative Breakfast, held Jan. 25 at Fallbrook Library, two individuals were named Health Care Heroes for 2015 and an update was provided on the current state of affairs concerning Fallbrook Hospital. Approximately 82 people attended the event. FHD administrator Vi Dupre gave a review of the purpose and process of the Health Care Hero program, now in its seventh year and it was announced that this year’s honorees would be Ramiro Gonzalez and Teddie Borges. FHD dir...

  • Try these winter "super-foods" for optimal health

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Illnesses seem to peak during the winter months. A tapped-out immune system as well as dry, cold air may encourage the spread of common viruses and bacterial infections more easily. As a result, it’s important that men, women and children take every step possible to ward off sickness when the temperatures drop. Dietary changes can make a world of difference, and more and more people are including these proven super-foods in their winter diets. Avocado Avocado has high levels of essential fatty acids and V...

  • Human trafficking poses unique challenges for prosecutors

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    SAN DIEGO COUNTY – The victims of human trafficking can be physically brutalized or psychologically abused. Drugged, threatened or lied to with false offers about a better life. Some have their identification or legal documents stolen or destroyed by their tormentors. “I really can’t stand that we have modern day slavery. We have to end it,” said Summer Stephan, who oversees prosecution of human trafficking for the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office. “How can we claim to be a civilized society when we’ve got... Full story

  • Tucker named expanded rides coordinator

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Dotty Metcalf, executive director of the Foundation for Senior Care, welcomes Dee Tucker as expanded rides coordinator for the newly-developed program which will provide out of town rides to medical appointments for the elderly and disabled in Fallbrook. Tucker has been a local Fallbrook resident for over 28 years, residing here with her husband, Mike. Metcalf said, “Dee brings to her position over 35 years of office administration experience with both large and small companies. She shares our love of s...

  • Fruit sauces - a way to add a tasty bit of pizzazz

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    I readily admit to being a fan of sauces. Give me a good wine reduction sauce on a nice cut of beef, a tangy lemon caper sauce on a slow-cooked chicken fillet, or a fresh fruit sauce drizzled over a luscious piece of New York cheesecake and it makes my day. Making a fresh fruit sauce is one of the simplest, yet most impressive things one can do if entertaining guests. It takes the presentation element of a dessert up a few notches and can create two dimensions of flavor to a dessert. Fortunately, in Fallbrook, we can easily...

  • Golf scores

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    Fallbrook Seniors Golf Group Menifee Lakes C. C. Partner’s best ball Nov. 20, 2015 A Flight First place : 63 Fred Young & Steve Wessels Second place* : 65 Marty Balow & Richard Hardy Third place* : 65 Jim Bates & John Macfarlane B Flight First place : 63 Richard Golden & John Harr Second place : 65 Hugo Wied & Draw Third place : 66 Larry Gulline & Plant * card off San Diego Co. Senior Golf League At Fallbrook Low Nets Jan. 16, 2015 Fallbrook : 16 Twin Oaks : 2 Fallbrook Larry Sheldrup : 71 Alan Smith : 71 Mike Craighead : 7... Full story

  • Sheriff's Log

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    January 4 400 block Ammunition Rd. : Vandalism January 5 1400 block Alturas Rd. : Arrest: Possess controlled substance; possess drug paraphernalia 2400 block Clearcrest Ln. : Vandalism January 9 1100 block Rancho Ryan Rd. : Child abuse January 10 1400 block S. Vine St. : Found property January 13 31900 block Del Cielo Este : Petty theft January 15 3100 block S. Old Hwy 395 : Vehicle burglary 1100 block S. Mission Rd. : Petty theft 32100 block Caminito Quieto : Grand theft January 16 1200 block Alturas Rd. : Arrest: Battery... Full story

  • Tennis students play well at tournament

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – From the Fallbrook Satellite Tournament, Andrew Roback brought home another first tennis trophy. Andrew is now ranked 157 in the So/Cal Boy’s 10 and under open division. His goal is to break into the top 100 in the next 30 days. His coach, Mike Amador also said Aaron Holcomb has won second place in two recent tournaments and Jeffrey Roback won second place in the Fallbrook Satellite Boy’s 12 Consolation. Another of Amador’s students, six-year-old Ruth Herman, is rapidly taking to the game. Amador said,...

  • Firefighters/paramedics move into new Bonsall fire station

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    Firefighters and paramedics with North County Fire moved into the newly constructed Station 5 in Bonsall the evening of Tuesday, January 27, and are no longer located at the old station on Old River Road near Bonsall Elementary School. North County Fire will provide information on the upcoming public Open House and Grand Opening event soon. While it is permissible for employees to begins working out of the new station, there are a few remaining items that are being finished up before the public event. Watch future issues of...

  • Schaar named to University of Hartford Dean's List

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    WEST HARTFORD, CONN. – The University of Hartford is pleased to announce Skyler Schaar of Fallbrook has been named to its Dean’s List for Fall 2014. The University of Hartford, centrally located in Connecticut, provides a distinctive educational experience across seven schools and colleges for one of the most diverse student bodies in New England. Visit www.hartford.edu for more information....

  • New countertops can dress up a kitchen

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    The kitchen is not only the heart of many homes, but can also be a key selling point for a house. So, a kitchen remodel is a good investment for homeowners who want to make improvements, as well as new owners who want to put their own touches on their homes. One of the greatest impacts can be made by replacing the countertops with an upgraded material that will dress up the room. Granite has long been a popular countertop material for homeowners looking to combine functionality with visual appeal in their kitchens. But... Full story

  • Add value to a home with these renovations

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Homeowners choose renovation projects for a variety of reasons. Although many improvements are made to increase functionality and comfort of a home, several others are seen as worthwhile investments. These investments can add up to a higher resale value when the time comes to sell a home. Certain projects have a history of providing a greater return on homeowners’ investments than others. The following renovation tips can add beauty to your home and generate great returns when you put the home up for sale. I... Full story

  • What to look for in an investment property

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Historically, the appreciation rate for real estate is very strong. Even when the housing market declines, long-term investors in real estate can rest easy knowing that property values tend to rebound rather quickly, rewarding patient investors in the process. Looking at real estate as a long-term investment is just one way to approach a potential investment property. The following are a few additional considerations prospective investors should contemplate before buying an investment property. Many people... Full story

  • Sprotte Watson Architecture to design BUSD two-story building

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    Sprotte Watson Architecture will design the two-story building on the Sullivan Middle School campus also currently being used for Bonsall High School, and the Vista architectural firm will also handle design tasks for any portable classrooms necessary on the Bonsall Unified School District (BUSD) campus. On Dec. 11, the BUSD board voted 3-0, with Erin English and Sylvia Tucker absent, to designate Sprotte Watson as the architect for the two-story building and any necessary portable classrooms. “They were the architects for t...

  • G. Wayne Oetken and Associates to conduct BUSD five-year facilities plan and high school site study

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    G. Wayne Oetken and Associates will conduct two studies to determine future Bonsall Unified School District (BUSD) facilities. The BUSD board voted 3-0 Oct. 9, with Timothy Coen and Richard Smith absent, to approve a $17,000 consultant contract for a five-year facilities master plan and a $6,500 contract for a high school site study. “We’ve worked with Wayne. He has a lot of experience,” said BUSD superintendent Justin Cunningham. The Bonsall school district utilized G. Wayne Oetken and Associates for a growth analysis and e...

  • Roy Ansell

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    Friends of Roy Ansell (1928 – 2014) are invited to join his family in celebrating his life and achievements When: February 9, 2015 Time: 2-5 p.m. Where: Grand Tradition 220 Grand Tradition Way Fallbrook, Calif. 92028... Full story

  • CIF expands swimming and diving championship meet

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    The CIF Board of Managers voted unanimously Jan. 21 to expand the CIF swimming and diving championship meet from 24 to 32 entrants and from 12 to 16 finals qualifiers and scoring positions in each event in each division. “That’s awesome,” said Fallbrook High School girls swim coach Sean Redmond. “That’s great news.” “We were hopeful that that would happen and excited about it. It gives an opportunity for quite a few more kids not only to get a second swim in CIF but get into CIF,” said Fallbrook High School boys swim coach...

  • Piasecki to train the Afghanistan National Water Polo Team

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Afghanistan Water Polo (AWP) announced this month that representatives of the organization will travel to Kabul and complete a one-month training program with the Men’s Afghanistan National Water Polo Team and its head coach, Jeremy Piasecki from Fallbrook. The coaches will train the national team and local athletes in Kabul and mentor coaches and support staff. The team will continue to train to be in a position to play in more formal game settings with international competition. As a reserve Marine, P...

  • CIF application for Bonsall High School given first reading

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    On April 22, the CIF Board of Managers is expected to vote on approving CIF San Diego Section membership for Bonsall High School. The first reading for the Bonsall High School application occurred Jan. 21; no vote was taken and no Board of Managers members voiced any concerns. “We’re going to do a visit and study it and go from there,” said CIF commissioner Jerry Schniepp. The Bonsall Unified School District application lists Joseph Gora as the athletic director of Bonsall High School, which opened in August 2014 and curre... Full story

  • Five Warrior wrestlers at La Costa Canyon Classic Hamada Memorial advance to second day

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    Fallbrook High School’s wrestling team took nine grapplers to the La Costa Canyon Classic Hamada Memorial tournament held Dec. 12-13 at La Costa Canyon High School, and five of those advanced far enough to return to the mat on the tournament’s second day. “That tournament is arguably one of the toughest tournaments in San Diego County,” said Fallbrook varsity coach Cristian Vera. “They understood what their goals were, and they did an excellent job.” Although the level of competition caused Vera not to enter his less experi... Full story

  • Girls soccer takes 3-7-2 record into league play

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    Fallbrook High School’s girls soccer team entered Valley League play with a 3-7-2 season record. The Warriors played their final four non-league games of the regular season in January, winning one of those and losing two while opening calendar year 2015 with a tie. On Jan. 5, the Warriors traveled to Chula Vista for a match against Olympian High School. “It was a good challenge,” said Fallbrook coach Miguel Trejo. “That was a tough one because we had about three girls who were injured.” Savannah McInerny gave Fallbrook... Full story

  • Valentine's options abound at Pala Casino Spa & Resort

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    PALA – Pala Casino Spa & Resort will be the place to celebrate Valentine’s Day, Saturday, Feb. 14. For those who will need accommodations, the hotel is offering three Valentine’s Day packages; Pala Spa has two packages for couples; while The Oak Room, Pala’s fine dining restaurant, and Choices, Southern California’s largest buffet, will offer dinner menu specials. All three hotel packages are for Valentine’s Day only. The Roses and Romance package starts at $663.07, tax included, for two people and will offer deluxe ac... Full story

  • VFW offers Valentines Dinner and Dance

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Fallbrook VFW Post 1924 is offering a Valentines Dinner and Dance with proceeds benefiting veterans’ causes. Dinner will feature prime rib and dessert will be included. The event will take place from 5 to 10 p.m. No host cocktails begin at 5 p.m.; dinner at 6; dancing to “The Shameless Band” from 7 to 10. Tickets (donation of $25/each) are limited. Purchase at VFW Post 1924 in afternoons at 1175 Old Stage Road or call (760) 728-8784....

  • New art exhibit comes to Z Cafe

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    BONSALL - Two new artists will be showing at the Z Café Feb. 4 through May 4. John Toma, owner of “The Z,” will be hosting a reception on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. All are invited to come, meet the artists, and have some refreshments. Krista Timberlake is from Western Massachusetts, where she grew up in a family and community of artists and craftspeople, developing her love of nature. As a fitness enthusiast and former premed student, she has a great appreciation for the body as a machine, which is depi... Full story

  • BUSD approves paving contract for community center

    Updated Jan 29, 2015

    The Bonsall Unified School District board approved a contract with Santa Fe Paving to provide improvements which will allow the Bonsall Community Center to meet current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. On Jan. 13, the BUSD board voted 4-0, with Timothy Coen absent, to approve the contract for $6,855. The work will include re-striping handicapped parking stalls, installing speed humps in the parking lot, and paving the area between the parking lot and the play area gate. “It’s not major paving,” said BUSD... Full story

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