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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Four month old Isabella Ancell, center, is the fifth generation of her family to live in Fallbrook. She is surrounded by, (front row from left), Great-Grandmother Candis James Guy, Great Great-Grandmother Barbara James and, (in back), Mother Karissa Mahr Ancell and Grandmother Sheri Guy Mahr....
Lauren McLean is fourteen years of age and enjoys many activities including her role in the Fallbrook Rainbow Girls Assembly. She is also active in her church Youth Group. Lauren said, “Rainbow has helped me to want to take an active role in my community.” She will be starting high school this year and plans to be active in the drama club. Rainbow Girls are accepted into the organization based upon their individual character. They range in age from 12 to college age....
Since a person can be truthful about their identity as easily as they can fabricate one on social networking websites such as MySpace.com, it makes those sites popular with both friends and felons. On these sites, children, as well as adults, post pictures of themselves for the world to view - in addition to their personal information, hobbies, special interests, preferences, and more. Described as “very voyeuristic, easy to navigate and a window into someone else’s life,” law enforcement officials say, “You don’t really know... Full story
Brooktown Racing drivers Jim Ramsey and Dennis Allen have purchased a 1975 LTD from Scott Denton and Keith Krueger which will be converted from a Factory Stock to a Cruiser vehicle for use at the Perris Auto Speedway. Denton and Krueger initially drove the LTD as a Factory Stock at the Cajon Speedway, which closed after the 2004 season. After the demise of the Cajon Speedway paved oval, the LTD was driven on Barona Speedway’s dirt oval in 2005 and 2006. Denton and Krueger blew a motor in the LTD during the 2006 season w...
Power Bed Slide by Onsite of Fallbrook was among more than 2,000 exhibitors at the 2006 SEMA Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center, a global automotive event where emerging trends in automotive customization, design and engineering are unveiled each year. SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association is the authoritative source for research, data, trends and market growth information for the specialty auto parts industry. As a first-time exhibitor at the SEMA Show, Power Bed Slide by Onsite participated in the October...
OCEANSIDE- For families looking for a fun and inexpensive weekend outing, a COASTER train ride is a perfect way to reach many destinations in North County, Old Town or downtown San Diego. On Saturdays during the next three months, children ages 12 and under ride free on the COASTER when riding with a fare paying adult. The COASTER operates four southbound and four northbound trains each Saturday. With plenty of parking available on Saturdays at the COASTER’s North County stations, it’s easy to catch the COASTER for a joy rid... Full story
Mira Sweetland, 83, passed away January at her home in Carlsbad, CA. She was born April 9, 1923 in Italy. During WWII, Mira saved the lives of 30 men while working with the Partisans in Italy. She received a letter of Commendation from General Alexander of Canada for her bravery. Mrs. Sweetland was preceded in death by her sister Rina Gehm in 2005. She is survived by her husband of 48 years Everett Sweetland, Carlsbad; daughters and son-in-law Janette & Eddie Smathers, Carlsbad and Susan Denaker, Los Angeles; brother and...
Burton C. Risser, Sr., 95, passed away January 29, 2007 at Silverado Senior Living, Escondido, CA. He was born January 21, 1912 in Chicago, IL. Mr. Risser was a resident of Fallbrook for 10 years. Mr. Risser was an insurance life underwriter for Prudential and Security Life Insurance Companies and retired in 1987. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII, 1942-1945; was a graduate of Kansas University, B.A., class of 1933; received Charter Life Underwriter (C.L.U.) in 1950; was a past president of Salinas, CA Chamber... Full story
Long time resident and community activist, John Nord Lynn passed away on January 20, 2007 in Santa Barbara, California where he had recently moved. John and his wife Olga, who predeceased him in January of 2004, moved to Fallbrook in 1975 and soon became involved in numerous community groups and volunteer activities. Together they helped found the Fallbrook Music Society, volunteered at the Bottom Shelf, and were active in the Fallbrook Historical Society. John was a Mason and a member of the Fallbrook Rotary. He was the...
Michael Sweaney, 70, passed away January 27, 2007 in Fallbrook, CA. He was born October 17, 1936 in Chanute, Kansas. He lived in Oceanside for 35 years. Mr. Sweaney worked with Hurley Electronics in Ontario and Oceanside for many years and owned his own business called Custom Computer Services. He enjoyed Honda motorcycles, hunting, fishing, computers and all kinds of electronic gadgets. Mr. Sweaney was preceded in death by his sister Regina Potts. He is survived by his wife of 25 years Betty; daughter and son-in-law Denise...
TEMECULA- Senator Dennis Hollingsworth (R-Murrieta) announced important legislation today at the Calavo Packing House that would provide much needed freeze relief for growers and farmers throughout the state. Hollingsworth, joined by San Diego and Riverside county citrus and avocado growers, announced the introduction of two bills, SB 148 and SB 149, which would provide property and sales tax relief to farmers affected by the freeze. SB 148 will provide a property tax exemption for severely damaged fruit and nut trees, as... Full story
FALLBROOK- Just in time for pruning, Save Our Forest/Fallbrook Land Conservancy brings Mark Wisniewski to Fallbrook to give a beginner and refresher course in proper pruning methods. Wisniewski, a renowned State Certified Arborist, has made several presentations locally. He will demonstrate the basics, uses of the right tools, what to prune and what to leave alone, structural pruning, and tell when to do it all. Often early structural pruning can save a homeowner thousands of dollars in future years. Jackie Heyneman compares...
FALLBROOK- The Save Our Forest branch of the Fallbrook Land Conservancy is busy implementing a grant for 57 new trees in Fallbrook. California ReLeaf, the grantor, has been instrumental in the greening of Fallbrook since 1996 when the first community Tree Planting Festival occurred. According to Jackie Heyneman, SOF spokesperson, their support in building the Fallbrook community forest has been a vital element in the planting of more than 600 trees in the town center area by SOF. Inspired by a survey in the early 90’s, S... Full story
The San Diego County Water Authority voted to establish a new grant funding program to facilitate studies and investigation of new local supply opportunities. A unanimous CWA board vote January 25 established the Local Investigations and Studies Assistance (LISA) program along with implementing principles for the program. “This item represents the culmination of a process that was initiated by board direction back in July,” said Bob Yamada, whose CWA title is Seawater Desalination Program Manager. “The objective of the progr... Full story
SACRAMENTO – The New Year brings a greater cash incentive for Californians to recommit to recycling and preserving the environment. January 1, 2007, marked the first day of an increase in the cash refund consumers receive when they take their empty California Refund Value bottles and cans to recycling centers. Legislation signed into law by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger raised the refund consumers receive from California recycling centers to a nickel for containers less than 24 ounces and a dime for containers 24 ounces a...
The San Diego County Water Authority board unanimously voted to award a construction contract to Fibwrap Construction, Inc., for a repair project covering two pipeline sections in Fallbrook and Bonsall. The January 25 approval authorizes a contract of $277,245 to Fibwrap for the repairs to the 96-inch pipe. The work will be done during a planned March 4-15 shutdown of Pipeline 5. Pipeline 5, which was installed in 1982, is a pre-stressed concrete cylinder pipeline and provides untreated water to CWA member agencies. The CWA’s... Full story
Tonight if anyone goes to bed and lights up a cigarette, he should think about this. Smoking each year causes thousands of fires. Don’t become a statistic - don’t smoke in bed. A fire caused by smoking in bed, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection warns, can silently snuff out a life with its deadly smoke and lack of oxygen. Countless families are destroyed by this careless act. Be fire safe, not sorry!...
The San Diego County Water Authority is warning residents countywide to watch out for individuals posing as employees of the San Diego Water Authority or employees of a local water utility. Typically, these imposters arrive without an appointment and try to gain entry into a home by saying they have been sent to check the home’s water system or test water quality. The imposter’s intent may be theft or fraud. The Water Authority is issuing this warning after receiving a report of a possible imposter approaching homes in San...
Sidney Robinson is a 14 year old Rainbow Girl learning from her experience as a member of the organization. Recently, Sidney worked as a waitress at the Masonic dinner for its members, Eastern Star Ladies and their friends. Here she serves dinner to Bill Lockett. The Rainbow Girls are provided funds by the Masons to assist them in their programs and charities....
Cub scouts Charles, left, and Anthony Criscenti, from Pack 738, recently stopped by the Village News office, with their father Dominic, for a tour. They learned about the different departments of the paper including how ads are made on computers....
Wil Gower, 88 years young, is a prime example of “busier is better.” Known as a community leader, Gower is an active member of the Chamber of Commerce, the Garden Club, the Oak Park Coalition, the Fallbrook United Methodist Church and many other community organizations. He is a World War II veteran, having served on the European Front, and has traveled extensively. Many people only recognize Gower when there’s a camera in front of his face. His photos and captions appear weekly in local newspapers. Last, but not least, Gower...
Experience the movies the old fashioned way as internationally-renowned silent film expert Philip Carli brings his unique talent and expertise to MiraCosta College. Sponsored by the San Elijo Campus and MiraCosta College Friends of the Library, MiraCosta will screen “The Mark of Zorro” (1920) starring Douglas Fairbanks. Dr. Carli will share interesting information and anecdotes about the film then provide exciting piano accompaniment during the screening. Philip Carli brings back the spirit of the silent film era with his...
As 5-year-old Maureen of Bonsall exited her white limousine on Sunday, January 29, adorned in her elegant, shimmery ballerina apparel, her very own “Prince Charming” and a character dressed as Cinderella greeted her, prepared to escort her through the doors of Chateau Dragoo Castle at Belle Marie Winery in Escondido. At first, Maureen was a bit reluctant about soiling her new ballerina slippers, but Prince Charming assured this ‘wish’ child all would be fine. Maureen’s eyes twinkled as she crossed the threshold of the heavy... Full story
