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Articles from the February 23, 2023 edition


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  • Groundbreaking signals the construction start of the French Valley Parkway Interchange Project Phase 2

    Updated Mar 1, 2023

    Tony Ault Staff Writer The City of Temecula’s groundbreaking ceremony for the decade-long construction startup of the huge $138 million French Valley Parkway Interchange Project was held on Feb. 14; the project promises to relieve traffic congestion on Interstates 15 and 215 by 2025. The groundbreaking took place at the intersection of Ynez Road and Date Street in Temecula. Dozens of dignitaries and invited guests celebrated the historic event. The huge construction will be f...

  • Ukrainian says, "I love America!"

    Judy Bell|Updated Mar 1, 2023

    Judith Bell Staff Writer Alexander Hranchenko, 36, escaped from the horrors of war last October as he made his way from his village in the Kherson region of the Ukraine to Wheeling, Illinois, a northern suburb of Chicago. "I wanted to stay and fight. However, my life was not fully my own as I needed to save my family," he said. Alex did so by getting his parents and sister's family and dog to Slovakia. "I found a house for my family and then decided, with my family safe from... Full story

  • Residential fire near Olive Hill Rd

    Village Staff|Updated Mar 1, 2023

    A working residential fire was reported at 1:02 pm today in the 300 block of Whitehorse Ln. near Olive Hill Rd. It was an attic fire, according to North County Fire PIO Rich Berry. There were no injuries and the fire was contained to the attic. Camp Pendleton, Oceanside Fire, Vista Fire and CalFire assisted. More will be reported as information is available.... Full story

  • Beware of falling trees

    Village News Staff|Updated Mar 1, 2023

    This tree fell on a property this morning on Red Mountain Rd. The heavy rains and wind make it likely we will see more trees falling. Beware as you are driving around today.... Full story

  • Heavy wind, rain, snow throughout Wednedsay expected

    National Weather Service|Updated Mar 1, 2023

    In Fallbrook and Bonsall we will continue to have wind warnings and heavy rain until about 10 am. Then showers throughout the day. The National Weather Service in San Diego has issued a Winter Weather Warning today, Wednesday, from 3pm to 8 pm above 2500 feet with wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. Snow may reach levels as low as 2000' elevation. There are weather warnings for driving, especially in the mountains... Full story

  • Free calendars feature fourth graders' water artwork

    Updated Feb 28, 2023

    FALLBROOK – About 250 Fallbrook fourth graders put their creative caps on for the Fallbrook Public Utility District’s annual water conservation poster contest. But only 14 made it into the final product: the 2023 “Be Water Smart” calendar. Twelve of those winning images appear inside the calendar – one for each of the 12 months of the year; another image is printed on the cover, and another is for January 2024. The calendars are available free at the Fallbrook Public Utility District office, Northgate Market, and the Fallb... Full story

  • Residential fire reported in Valley Oaks Mobile Home Park

    Village Staff|Updated Feb 28, 2023

    A residential fire was reported at 1:23 pm at Valley Oaks Mobile Home park. There is a report of light smoke from a "minor" fire. The firemen are on site trying to get into the mobile home. There's reportedly a dog in the home.... Full story

  • Input on Inclusionary Housing Ordinance needed

    Updated Feb 27, 2023

    SAN DIEGO COUNTY – The County of San Diego Planning & Development Services invites anyone interested to attend a public meeting to share their thoughts on a proposed Inclusionary Housing Ordinance that would apply in the unincorporated areas of the county. Inclusionary housing is a tool used to help increase production of affordable housing by requiring that new development provide affordable housing units as part of their project. During this meeting, staff will present a s... Full story

  • PALA Casino establishes strategic partnership with NASCAR and RFK Racing

    Press Release|Updated Feb 24, 2023

    PALA, CA – The upcoming Pala Casino 400 NASCAR Cup Series race on February 26th in Fontana, CA, kicks off a new partnership between Pala Casino, NASCAR, and RFK Racing. "We thank NASCAR for their warm embrace of Pala Casino as the Title Sponsor of this NASCAR Cup Series race, The Pala Casino 400," said Fred Buro, CEO of Pala Casino at a recent press conference. "Casinos and racing have a lot in common: ACTION", said Buro. "Pala Casino has spinning 'reels' and NASCAR has s... Full story

  • ACTUALIZACIÓN de Investigación de Homicidios – Bonsall

    San Diego Sheriff's Dept, Press Release|Updated Feb 24, 2023

    SINOPSIS DEL RESUMEN DEL INCIDENTE - 24 de febrero de 2023 La víctima en este incidente ha sido identificada como Manuel Jesús Aguirre, de 39 años. La familia de Manuel ha sido notificada de su muerte. Los sospechosos han sido identificados como Dionicio Miguel Figueroa, de 27 años, y Carlos Miguel Figueroa, de 38. Dionicio y Carlos son hermanos y no conocían a Manuel antes de este incidente. Se desconoce qué tipo de objeto se utilizó como arma durante el asalto. La motivación... Full story

  • CA Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Ruling Striking Down SDUSD Vaccine Mandate

    City News Service|Updated Feb 23, 2023

    SAN DIEGO (CNS) - The California Supreme Court rejected a challenge this week to a previous ruling that struck down the San Diego Unified School District's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for students. Wednesday's ruling from the state's high court stemmed from a lawsuit filed by local parents group Let Them Choose against the school district, which sought to require unvaccinated students to take part in remote learning via independent study. Like other lower courts, the California Supreme Court said such mandates can only be... Full story

  • Strong Winter Storm to Bring Rain, Wind, Cold, Snow to Riverside County

    City News Service|Updated Feb 23, 2023

    RIVERSIDE (CNS) – A powerful winter storm was making its way toward Riverside County today, with low-elevation snow, widespread rain showers and cold temperatures expected to impact the area beginning tomorrow and into the weekend. Scattered showers fell across parts of the region Wednesday, with that rain expected to become more widespread by Thursday morning. "The cold nature of this system is expected to bring snow to elevations as low as 2,000 feet," according to the N... Full story

  • Precautions to stay safe during cold winter storm system

    Updated Feb 22, 2023

    Precautions to stay safe during cold winter storm system Yvette Urrea Moe County of San Diego Communications Office Rain, strong winds and cold temperatures predicted to bring significant snow to local mountains as low as 2,000 feet began Tuesday evening and are forecast to continue through Saturday. The winds will additionally bring high surf to beaches, so everyone should take precautions if on the water. County Emergency Services and Public Works road crews recommend...

  • Warriors win first round of CIF

    Updated Feb 22, 2023

    Village News/Shane Gibson photo... Full story

  • Howells selected to Vallecitos school board vacancy

    Updated Feb 22, 2023

    Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Chris Howells was selected to fill the vacant Trustee Area 1 seat on the Vallecitos School District board. During the Feb. 14 Vallecitos school board meeting, all four of the other board members approved placing Howells on the seat. The term of the seat is from December 2022 to December 2026; the seat will be subject to election for a two-year term in November 2024 and Howells may run for that two-year term if he desires. “I’m just really excited to start working with him,” said Valle...

  • Reducing homeless population is not an easy fix

    Updated Feb 22, 2023

    A.C. Roberts Special to the Village News "The homeless problem in Fallbrook and Bonsall has been getting worse over the past two years," said Daniel Sturman, program manager of Homeless Outreach Program in San Diego County; "We need more homeless shelters. They come to California because of the good weather." "Now, there are two shelters near Fallbrook and Bonsall, Operation Hope in Vista, for families and women, and Haven House Emergency Shelter in Escondido, which is co-ed....

  • A barking good time is coming March 18

    Updated Feb 22, 2023

    Performance K9 Training and Boarding is a Gold Sponsor for Bark in the Park on March 18 at Live Oak County Park, and their contest will be "Owner Look Alike" at approximately 12:15 p.m. This event offers low cost vaccinations, micro-chipping, contests, vendor booths, food trucks, a community walk, blessing of the animals, silent auctions, raffles, and more. This is a fundraiser for the local off-leash dog area and raffle/silent auction donations are needed. For more... Full story

  • Women of the American Revolution to be talked about

    Updated Feb 22, 2023

    FALLBROOK – The Republican Women of California – Fallbrook club’s guest speaker for Friday, March 10 will be Alan Myers presenting “Women of the American Revolution.” Myers is a San Diego CPA and forensics accountant who has dedicated himself to researching, studying and analyzing the Federal Reserve banking and national debt. Myers created the FedEd.US which is the gold standard in the monetary education system. The National Monetary System is the most powerful system in this country since everything in this country i... Full story

  • Annual Firefighter Boot Drive helps support local burn survivors

    Updated Feb 22, 2023

    SAN DIEGO – On Thursday, March 9, local firefighters will take to the streets for the Burn Institute's Annual Firefighter Boot Drive. Hundreds of uniformed firefighters will be stationed at intersections across the county to collect donations for the Burn Institute's fire and burn prevention education and burn survivor support services. This year the institute continues to expand ways to give to ensure the safety of the first responders and community. Banners with QR codes w...

  • FBA volunteers care for flowers on Main

    Updated Feb 22, 2023

    Volunteer Renee Koch, Fallbrook Beautification Alliance Board member and flower pot steward, is busy with her husband, Larry, trimming and repotting flower pots along Main Avenue. These flower pots are permitted by the county and it is important that they not be moved. They are one of many FBA projects. Anyone interested in learning more about FBA projects, can check out https://fallbrookbeautification.org. Village News/Courtesy photo... Full story

  • Four tips for your final walk-through

    Updated Feb 22, 2023

    Jane Kepley Special to the Village News When you buy a house, you’ll do a final walk-through of the property in the days or hours before closing. This is an important step in the homebuying process, as it gives you one last chance to assess the condition of the house before signing on the dotted line. Attention to detail is paramount during your walk-through. As you approach your closing day, here’s what you’ll want to consider as you walk through the home. 1. Were the requested repairs completed? If you asked the seller to m... Full story

  • Changing Times in Real Estate

    Ken Follis, Compass Real Estate|Updated Feb 22, 2023

    Straight talk about recession As we hear it all over the news, there is much talk about our current recession and so many different opinions about what the current situation means for the housing market. Two out of three economists do believe that 2023 will be the year of a recessionary period. Let's take a look at the data and try to understand what this means to us today in terms of Real Estate valuation and marketability. With compiled data of over 20 economists, there was... Full story

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