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2/11 2400 S. Stage Coach Ln. Arrest: minor possess marijuana on grounds during school activities 2/14 2400 S. Stage Petty theft 2/15 1100 Alturas Vehicular burglary 3700 Alta Vista Dr. Grand theft 3600 Lupine Ln. Fraud 1100 S. Vine Vandalism 900 Alturas Vehicular burglary 1100 S. Mission Arrest: misc. city/county misdemeanor ordinances 2/16 900 Alturas Rd. ADW: not firearm; GBI likely 200 N. Mercedes Rd. Fraud 2/17 1500 Winterwarm Dr. Violate domestic relations court order 3800 Canonita Dr. Grand theft 2/18 1300 E. Mission...
TEMECULA – Hillcrest Academy in Temecula is hosting a free Open House for any interested parents of kindergarten through eighth grade students on Sunday, Feb. 27, from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information on Hillcrest, a private, non-profit, non-denominational school, visit www.hillcrestacademy.org, call (951) 676-4754, or go to the open house at 29275 Santiago Road....
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FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Union High School (FUHS) counseling department will hold an “Eighth Grade (Class of 2015) Parent Orientation Night” on Wednesday, March 2, from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Bob Burton Performing Arts Center and in Room 201 for Spanish speakers. The presentation will include information on developing a four-year plan, course selection and post high school plans. Following the presentation, parents will have the opportunity to meet with departmental staff, sports representatives and club advisors as par... Full story
FALLBROOK – On Jan. 23, six graduates from Zion Lutheran School were honored in a ceremony during the 10:30 a.m. church service. California Junior Scholarship Federation (CJSF) advisor Gail Roberts led the ceremony with a brief history of this organization, an explanation of how these students applied and qualified for membership through a retroactive process, and a list of community service projects completed by these graduates during their seventh and eighth grade...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Union High School District Superintendent Dale Mitchell presented Linda Armstrong and Emily Toone as Employees of the Month to the Rotary club of Fallbrook at a recent weekly meeting. Superintendent Mitchell said, “’ - has increased food service sales at her work location because of her excellent service and knowledge of what students are willing to eat.” “As an English teacher, [Emily Toone] has provided leadership to help English language learner...
The Feb. 9 hearing on the update to the county’s general plan featured county Department of Planning and Land Use (DPLU) staff responding to questions or claims raised during the three previous hearings by public speakers and members of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. The county supervisors’ action for the Feb. 9 hearing was to receive the staff report and to continue the hearing to March 16. County staff will continue to work with stakeholders to address questions, and the continuance will also give the cou... Full story
Camp Pendleton is going greener with the use of renewable energy, by developing a photovoltaic system or “solar panels” which were unveiled in the Stuart Mesa housing community, Feb. 3. The project was first announced in July of 2010 and is now ready to ensure Camp Pendleton is one of the most environmentally friendly military installations. The photovoltaic system uses solar cells to convert light into electricity, generating 1.48 megawatts of renewable energy annually, and w... Full story
FALLBROOK – Whether naturally occurring or man-made, wildfires pose a serious threat to life and property. As the population expands into the outlying areas of San Diego County, it is imperative that residents develop a plan to reduce their potential risk for loss from wildfires. The Fallbrook Fire Safe Council (FFSC) mission is to preserve the area’s manmade and natural resources by providing information, project leadership and support to help mobilize Californians to protect their homes, communities and environment f... Full story
FALLBROOK – Hair designer Kay Yancey announces the opening of the new location of her Creations by Kay salon at 127 W. Elder St. A hairdresser for over 35 years, Yancey previously worked at Hair Fair, Mane Attraction, and Brandon St. Salon. Her salon is now located at the north entrance of Elder House. Yancey can be reached at (760) 728-2222 for an appointment.... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Film Factory is in full fundraising mode in preparation for the Fallbrook Film Festival of 2011, scheduled for April 8, 9 and 10. The challenging economy of the past couple years has made financing the festival more challenging than ever. For Festival Director Adrienne Armstrong Adler, the challenge just demands a little more creativity. “We’ve been working with past sponsors and some new ones,” Adler said. “We do still have some key and very affordable sponsorship opportunities availab... Full story
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FALLBROOK – Marilyn Cadwell is the newest champion of the Mah Jong Dragons of Fallbrook club, posting the highest average weekly score for 2010. Each year, the winner of the trophy must promise to display her award in a prominent place in her home and give it up the next year, dusted and freshly polished, to the new winner. The ancient Chinese game of Mah Jong has become a revered tradition in the community of Fallbrook and many players base their primary social...
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FALLBROOK - Nine Fallbrook high school students from the 2011 graduating class will be awarded scholarships totaling $14,500 by the Angel Society of Fallbrook, according to Jean Dooley, philanthropy chair. The society plans to award five scholarships of $2,500 each to students accepted to four-year universities in the fall. In addition, four scholarships of $500 each will be given to students planning to attend a community college in the state of California. Last year, the Angels awarded four scholarships to FUHS seniors at... Full story
When Pastor Brad Resare arrived two years ago to lead United Methodist Church in Fallbrook, his first impression proved to be right on the mark. “I immediately felt that this was a church that really knew how to love each other,” said Resare. Established 124 years ago (1887) in Fallbrook, the Methodist church has withstood the test of time and served multiple generations of families. Today, Resare says the church positively radiates a community of caring, and is what he cal...
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For women who like to keep their fingers busy, a new group called Sit and Stitch now meets the first Monday of each month in the community room of the Fallbrook Library from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Deb Riesenberg, owner of Labors of Love yarn shop, her mother, Jean Trygstad, and her aunt, Anne Klentz, started the get together as an opportunity for area women to share skills, knowledge and friendship. Women of all ages are welcome to come and bring their projects with them whether they...
FALLBROOK – On Saturday, Feb. 5, 28 Cub Scouts from the Webelos, Wolves, Bears, and Tigers dens competed in the annual Pack 738 Pinewood Derby for the honor to represent the pack and race at the upcoming Boy Scouts of America finals at Qualcomm Stadium. Supporting Cub Master Chris Adam and his assistants were ten members from the Fallbrook Vintage Car Club (FVCC), who helped by certifying car weights and judging all the Cubs’ racecars for a Best of Show award s...
The Monday, Feb. 28 Fallbrook Public Utility District board meeting will see the FPUD board consider the second attempt at bids to replace the district’s portable sewage pump. Two bids were placed before the FPUD board Jan. 24, and one of those did not include all items correctly, so the board approved a re-bid for the replacement pump. FPUD engineering and planning manager Jack Bebee believes that the district will obtain additional bids during its second effort. “Some didn’t bid because they thought they couldn’t beat on...
Concerns were voiced at the Feb. 21 meeting of the Fallbrook Community Planning Group (FCPG) when representatives from Stater Bros. supermarkets presented information on the possible development of a new grocery store in Fallbrook. The site for the market is a parcel of land located at the northeast corner of South Mission Road and Pepper Tree Lane. According to Mike Slaton, vice president of real estate for Stater Bros., the Fallbrook property was acquired by the company in 1999. Slaton said other grocery store chains had...
An 18-year-old Fallbrook man has pled guilty to three residential burglaries committed January 3 and 4 and will be sentenced for his crimes on April 6. Curtis Michael Lindsey pled guilty January 24 to the crimes in a plea bargain agreement that stipulated other pending charges against him would be dropped. "He pled to three strikes; each residential burglary is considered a strike," said Sgt. Joe Montion of the Fallbrook Sheriff's Substation. "His plea agreement includes serving 3-1/2 years in prison. Montion said after... Full story
While rolling hills and picturesque embankments make the area’s topography visually pleasing, they also present a treacherous situation when an accident occurs that results in someone falling or being catapulted down into a ravine. It is because of those types of rescue situations that local firefighters and paramedics trained Feb. 9 through 12, so they would be well-prepared to deploy special techniques in order to bring individuals up to safety. “These types of sit... Full story
LOS ANGELES - Casey Abrams of Idyllwild was among the 19 contestants named today as semifinalists for ''American Idol.'' Abrams, 20, was hospitalized Wednesday night, complaining of severe stomach pains, according to Fox11. Abrams will join the other 11 male semifinalists in competing Tuesday on the Fox Broadcasting singing competition. The field will be cut to 12 next Thursday. "American Idol" contestant from Idyllwild hospitalized LOS ANGELES - An ''American Idol'' contestant from Idyllwild taken to a hospital complaining o... Full story
Fallbrook High School senior Michael Froboese was named as the school's boys cross-country team's most valuable player during the team banquet Nov. 18 at the high school's Bob Burton Performing Arts Center. The Froboese brothers swept the most valuable player honors, as sophomore Connor Froboese was selected as the junior varsity's MVP. "It was a nice ceremony," said head coach Marco Arias. Michael Froboese finished second at the Avocado East League meet Nov. 13, seventh...