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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James Edwin Chaffin, born Oct. 27, 1945 in Brawley, CA, passed away on Dec. 24, 2020 at his home in Tucson, Arizona. Born to Robert Edwin and Bonita Jo (Cooper) Chaffin during his father's deployment in World War II, Jim grew up on his family's ranch in Calipatria. He attended school in the Calipatria Union School District through 10th grade. In 1961, his family moved to Fallbrook and Jim entered 11th grade at Fallbrook Union High School, from which he graduated in the Class... Full story
A fire that tore through a house in De Luz late Thursday night left one person without a home to safely go back to, a North County Fire Protection District spokesperson said this morning. The blaze was reported a little after 10:45 p.m. at a two-story house in the 41000 block of Gavilan Road, North County Fire Capt. John Choi said. Firefighters arrived about 15 minutes later to find "extensive fire conditions," and while they were able to contain the fire to the home's second...
SAN DIEGO (CNS) - San Diego County public-health officials on Friday reported 1,453 new COVID-19 infections and 39 deaths from the virus, including the county's first pediatric fatality. The 10-year-old boy who died from the disease had underlying medical conditions, according to Dr. Wilma Wooten, county public health officer. "This boy's death is a somber reminder that this pandemic impacts everyone in our community, regardless of their age, and we must do everything we can to protect each other and slow the spread of the...
VISTA (CNS) - A suspected drunken motorist accused of driving in the wrong direction on a North County highway and crashing head-on into another vehicle, killing its driver, pleaded not guilty Friday to murder and other charges. Robert Nicholas Spence, 36, is accused in the Jan. 3 death of 24-year-old Danielle Foust on state Route 78 in Vista. Both drivers were taken to hospitals, where Foust died. Spence remains hospitalized due to serious injuries he suffered in the crash, and his plea was entered Friday morning from the...
I am writing this letter to you after reading the article "Trusted Journalism." I will attempt to be civil and not lower my submission to the level of an incompetent as was clearly evident in the writer's narrative. I don't know the writer and most likely would, by chance, observe his contribution to society during a riot or other discourse. I trust his parents are wondering why their son has gone astray. I am proud that we have a publisher with backbone, who does not hinder free speech. The fact that the article was not...
Did I miss something here or is this the most insane letter I've read in a while? I have read over the last few months that people are canceling their subscriptions because our wonderful local newspaper is running a few more interesting articles. The Associated Press and other left leaning newspaper articles have been reprinted in our local paper, so what the heck are you talking about when you perpetuate the lie of the sudden shift to the extreme right? Dr. James Veltmeyer's opinion letter back in March or April was just...
Wildman Jack, who trained at the San Luis Rey Training Center as a 3-year-old in 2019, beat San Luis Rey newcomer Shashashakemeup in the Grade 3 Palos Verdes Stakes race Saturday, Jan. 23, at Santa Anita Park. The Palos Verdes Stakes for 4-year-olds and upward was six furlongs on Santa Anita's dirt course. Wildman Jack won the race in 1:08.98 and finished 4 1/4 lengths ahead of Shashashakemeup, who crossed the finish line 1 3/4 lengths in front of third-place Pyron. Doug...
Jan. 18 300 block Sunbeam Ln Arrest: Vandalism Jan. 21 40800 block Daily Rd Recovered stolen vehicle Jan. 24 6000 block Rio Valle Dr Fraud 100 block Old Stage Rd Vehicle burglary Jan. 25 400 block Ammunition Rd Vandalism 300 block E. Mission Rd Commercial burglary 200 block W. Clemmens Ln Arrest: Domestic abuse with minor injury 5200 block S. Mission Rd Petty theft 5300 block Avenida De Los Pinos Vehicle burglary 1600 block S. Mission Rd Residential burglary Jan. 26 800 block La Palma Dr Grand theft 300 block E. Mission Rd...
SAN DIEGO – As part of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force conducted a three-day operation (Jan. 26 through Jan. 28) throughout San Diego County targeting sex buyers and traffickers. The San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force and allied local law enforcement agencies arrested a total of 30 men for solicitation and one man for pimping, pandering, and possession of a concealed firearm, after he recruited an undercover detective into prostitution online. These cases will be referred t...
SACRAMENTO – Senator Patricia Bates (R-Laguna Niguel) announced Jan. 26 that she has reintroduced legislation in partnership with San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan to extend the presumption of openness that exists in California courtrooms to proceedings under the Sexually Violent Predator Act. They initiated a similar effort last year but had to put it on hold due to the Legislature’s focus on addressing the COVID-19 pandemic. Senate Bill 248 would require that proceedings for the civil commitment of a sex...
SACRAMENTO – Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a series of improvements to the state’s vaccination plan recently. Incorporating lessons learned from efforts to increase the pace of vaccination, these new steps will make it easier for people to know when they are eligible for vaccination and how to make an appointment, accelerate the administration of vaccines on hand and improve the state’s ability to track vaccination data. California has tripled the pace of vaccinations from 43,459 per day as of Jan. 4, to 131,620 as of Jan....
California's health department Monday, Jan. 25, released to the public previously secret projections for future hospital intensive care unit capacity throughout the state, the key metric for lifting the coronavirus stay-at-home order. However, state officials did not explain how regional per capita virus cases and transmission rates that also were released might influence how much ICU space will be available in four weeks. The week before, state health officials told The...
California Gov. Gavin Newsom and the state's top two legislative leaders pledged Monday, Jan. 25, to pay off 80% of most people's unpaid rent that has piled up during the coronavirus pandemic – but only if landlords agree to forgive the other 20%. The proposal, which must be approved by the Legislature, could wipe out potentially billions of dollars in debt hanging over renters in the nation's most populous state by using federal relief money to compel landlords to forgive d...
BONSALL – The new year at Wild Wonders began with this little bundle of joy, Poquito, who was born to Pico and Piña, the two pacas that call Wild Wonders their forever home. Pacas are very unusual rodents that are found in Central and South America, and their unique markings make them easy to identify. They primarily eat fruit, but they also enjoy nuts and seeds. Swimming is one of their favorite things to do, which is why their habitat comes complete with its own pool. Pa...
VISTA – North San Diego County REALTORS® unveiled a new brand and web presence Jan. 27. The new look showcases the premier services the association offers and its commitment to the success of its membership of more than 6,000 real estate agents and brokers. “We’re thrilled about our fresh look and new website,” said North San Diego County REALTORS® President Nancy Layne. “This represents a new era for the association that truly reflects the diversity and innovative spirit of our member real estate professiona...
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted Jan. 26 to expand the emergency rental assistance program for San Diegans who have suffered economic hardships due to COVID-19. The county’s program allows San Diegans who are facing eviction or are unable to pay their rent to apply for financial assistance. Funds can be used to cover rent, utilities and other household expenses. The expanded program will award funds for up to six months of expenses at a time and applicants can request additional funding if they still require m...
The Governor has recently announced a partial reopening for many California businesses. The general stay-at-home order is rescinded, and most California counties are back in the “purple” tier, allowing personal services like barbershops and hair salons to reopen, while allowing restaurants to provide outdoor dining for their customers. These steps are welcomed, but I have concerns about how these decisions are made and what data is being used. We appear to be lurching fro...
After watching the inauguration, I was interested and had a spark of hope to see how President Joe Biden was going to unify the nation. It made for a good speech, but in his first week he has taken 40 executive actions, which is more than any president in history. It is ironic after he said last year that to rule by executive order would be governing like a “dictator.” There is a place for executive actions, but it can be controversial because it cuts out the debate in the...
My office has received hundreds of questions and I want to provide an update on how you can sign up to receive the vaccine. To sign up for the vaccine visit, myturn.ca.gov, where you’ll see the list of available appointments. Another option is by calling 2-1-1. Last week, the County of San Diego set up a vaccine distribution center in Oceanside. The Oceanside vaccine center can only administer about 500 vaccines a day, which is why appointments fill up so quickly. Around n...
Recently, the Village News published information presented by the San Diego County Water Authority related to the proposed Regional Conveyance System Project. As the general managers of the Fallbrook Public Utility District and Rainbow Municipal Water District, we would like to explain why both of our locally elected board of directors oppose this project. In its press release, published in the Village News on Jan. 21, 2021, the Water Authority contends that the proposed project, which will cost more than $5 billion, will...
On Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, Robert Villarreal, loving son, partner, father, stepfather and grandfather, died at the age of 63 from COVID-19. Robert was born to the loving parents of Jose and Luz Villarreal. He was raised and lived in Fallbrook with his brothers Fred, Ray (Sal) and sister Esther, where he also raised his son Jose (Beto) Villarreal and daughter Maliza (Meli) Villarreal who he loved more than anything in life. Robert was kind to all and could never say no. He...
Washington, D.C. – The largest and oldest organization dedicated exclusively to limiting the terms of elected officials, U.S. Term Limits is grateful to politicians in Congress who back term limits for their own congressional offices. Who else would know better than incumbent members that term limits are an important and necessary reform to fix a dysfunctional federal institution? Two resolutions have been introduced in Congress calling for 12 years maximum in the U.S. Senate and six years total in the U.S. House of Represent...
WASHINGTON – The Transportation Security Administration began implementing provisions of President Joe Biden’s executive order on promoting COVID-19 safety in domestic and international travel by requiring travelers to wear face masks when they are in airports, bus and rail stations, as well as while on passenger aircraft, public transportation, passenger railroads and over-the-road buses operating on scheduled fixed-routes. TSA’s action will also support the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention emergency order requi...
Are state governments and private employers about to mandate COVID-19 vaccines? There are many opaque current and future legal issues around COVID-19 and the measures to contain it. Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are emergency use products, and as such, not fully licensed. The law is clear: States may not mandate the vaccines, and private entities do so at the peril of violating federal law. The law governing vaccines approved for emergency use For the time being, there are only two COVID-19 vaccines available in the United...
President Joe Biden is to meet Monday, Feb. 1, with a group of 10 Republican senators who have proposed $618 billion in coronavirus aid, about a third of the $1.9 trillion he is seeking as congressional Democrats are poised to move ahead without Republican support. The Republican group's proposal focuses on the pandemic's health effects rather than its economic toll, tapping into bipartisan urgency to shore up the nation's vaccine distribution and vastly expanding virus testin...
