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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FALLBROOK – On Sunday, March 26 and continuing through Tuesday, April 4, the North County Fire Protection District (NCFPD) will be conducting live fire training exercises (controlled building fires) at the defunct Fallbrook Golf Club located at 2757 Gird Road. All proper county requirements have been met and the demolition permit has been approved. This training exercise is primarily designed to practice structural fire attack and other fire ground tactical scenarios. The e... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Regional Health District (FRHD) will host a town hall meeting during its regular board meeting Wednesday, April 12 at 6 p.m. at the Fallbrook Public Utility District, 990 E. Mission Road. The FRHD board of directors seeks public feedback on the sale of public land at 624 E. Elder Street, formerly operating as the Fallbrook Hospital and its annex buildings. The building is an asset to our communities and the district is seeking feedback from taxpayers to identify potential uses. The voter-approved s... Full story
With costs of college tuition and living expenses skyrocketing through the roof, many high school seniors have considered delaying their first year of college to save up for the expense. However, Palomar and MiraCosta community colleges have recently announced they will offer a year’s tuition and funds for textbooks for students who live in eligible high school districts. The goal of the programs is to increase the college-going rate of local high school graduates. Palomar College’s College Promise Campaign was announced by... Full story
The Bonsall Unified School District teachers associations is currently in negotiations with the district, and the teachers are hoping to see in increase in pay. “In the past Great Recession, when the economy was recovering, the teachers didn’t receive any raise at all,” said Julie Urquhart Anguiano, the vice president for the Bonsall Teachers Association. “We had zero raises because we understood there was no money, and wanted to do what was right for the kids. When someone becomes a teacher, they do it for the love of it,... Full story
FALLBROOK – Funds totaling $50,950 were donated to local nonprofits and other worthy causes by the Angel Society of Fallbrook during the months of January through March. The Boys and Girls Club of North County and the Fallbrook Music Society topped the list of recipients with awards of $10,000 each. Receiving $5,000 in funds was Nick’s Picks, a charity started in 2012 by liver transplant recipient Nick Wallace. The organization provides fun-filled backpacks to hos... Full story
COACHELLA - A Coachella Valley assemblyman and two fellow lawmakers today introduced a bill that would require California's pension funds to divest from companies involved in the construction of a proposed border wall along the U.S-Mexico border. AB 946, co-authored by Assembly members Eduardo Garcia, D-Coachella, Phil Ting, D-San Francisco, and Lorena Gonzalez Fletcher, D-San Diego, would require that CalPERS and CalSTRS -- the nation's two largest pension funds -- liquidate any investments in companies involved in the wall...
RIVERSIDE - Lawyers for Rep. Duncan D. Hunter, R-Alpine, said today the congressman will fully cooperate with a Department of Justice investigation into alleged campaign spending irregularities. The inquiry into Hunter, who represents San Diego's East County and a small portion of southern Riverside County, was revealed by the ranking members of the House Ethics Committee. "Last year, Congressman Hunter became aware of expenditure issues confronting his campaign committee,''...
Robert (Bob) Calvin Gregg passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 5 in Escondido, Calif. following a stroke and short illness. Bob was born February 10, 1933, in Anaheim to Paul and Nancy Gregg. He graduated from Anaheim High School and he served in the U.S. Navy. He became a licensed civil engineer in the commercial industrial construction industry. He is survived by his wife, Linda Gregg of Fallbrook; daughters Debbie Gregg of Long Beach and Lisa Gregg of Menifee;...
CATHEDRAL CITY - Two toddlers abducted in Cathedral City when the car in which they were sitting was stolen, prompting the issuance of an Amber Alert, were found safe today in Desert Hot Springs, authorities said. Cathedral City police said year-old Jayden Cortez and 2-year-old Carlos Cortez were found by Riverside County Sheriff's deputies in the white 2016 four-door Honda Accord they were taken in. There was no immediate reports of arrests. Someone stole the car at 6:44...
Marie E. McCasland, age 75, went to be with our Lord on March 17, 2017, after a long and courageous battle with kidney disease. Born on September 6, 1941 in Ray, Ariz., she was the daughter of the late Dolores B. and Jose D. Vera. Her family later moved to Southern California where she graduated from Sacred Heart of Mary High School in Montebello, Calif., and then went on to complete junior accountant classes at Sawyer Business School. In 1963, she married Ronald A. Martinez...
James Eber Pechin lost his battle with liver cancer on January 25, 2017. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn. He is survived by his brother and sister, Jerry Pechin and Sue Pechin, as well as his daughters/spouses, Laura Pechin/Daphne Pleasant, Monica/Geoff Stites, Polly/Rob Anderson, Christina/Steve Young; and grandchildren, Taylor Pechin, Ryley, Jordan and Hunter Stites; and Jonathan and Victoria Young. A memorial...
I was excited to attend Congressman Duncan Hunter’s recent Town Hall. I was under the impression that a Town Hall was a chance for my Congressman to hear my concerns and try to understand the point of view of his constituents. Unfortunately, that was not the case. I was disappointed to find that the attitude of Mr. Hunter was not one of a representative trying to understand other view points, or to build connections between differing sides of the political spectrum, but one that only fanned the flames of discord. One of my m... Full story
AFS (formerly the American Field Service) has been a leader in the field of student exchange for more than 60 years. This year two AFS exchange students are being hosted in Fallbrook and attending Fallbrook High. We are receiving applications now for students who will be arriving in mid-August for the either fall semester or for the next school year. These high school age students are interested in learning about our culture, improving their English skills, and expanding their life experiences. Hosting families also gain new...
Assemblymember Marie Waldron AD-75 (R) My Assembly Bill, AB 1031, will help California’s native wildlife receive care and rehabilitation provided by non-profit organizations throughout the state. My bill allows taxpayers filing their tax returns to voluntarily 'check off' a specified amount to support the Native California Wildlife Rehabilitation Fund. On a daily basis, California’s animal rehabilitation organizations rescue injured, sick or orphaned wildlife and provide them with medical treatment, care, protection and nouri...
I appreciated Julie Reeder's (Publisher/Editor of the The Village News) response last week to the criticism by a reader to the paper's coverage of political events. We are so fortunate to have Julie and her staff reporting on local happenings each week. The coverage is always objective and comprehensive. It never resorts to conveying "fake news." It never resorts to sensationalism in an effort to sell more newspapers or advertisements. It prints good, bad, and disturbing news. Few small communities have what we have in...
Julie Reeder On Friday, March 17, Village News, Inc. filed for Reorganization under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. As publisher, I wanted to make this announcement publicly, in order to avoid rumors and to assure our readers and advertisers that the Village News will be operating as normal. We are not going anywhere, we plan to complete our reorganization and be stronger in the future as we continue with our many print publications and move forward to incorporate many digital agency products. After a long...
FALLBROOK – The annual Potter Junior High spaghetti dinner and silent auction will be held Thursday, March 30 at 5:30 p.m. at the school, which is located at 1743 Reche Rd. The dinner is only $5 per plate and kids age 5 and under eat free. Beverage and dessert are included as is one free raffle ticket with each paid dinner. Tickets are now available for purchase at Potter Junior High. Tickets may also be purchased at the door.... Full story
FALLBROOK – Music for the Revolution, a new 501c3 in Fallbrook, will launch their second annual music festival at Pala Mesa Resort on Oct. 8. The festival is a full day of music, art, food, and local vendors. Music for the Revolution Festival promotes environmental and social justice issues. Attendees of the festival are encouraged to connect and get involved with local charities represented at the event. Additionally, Music for the Revolution will continue to host events t... Full story
SAN DIEGO – The Fire Safe Council of San Diego County is taking fire safety training to local communities that are at high-risk for wildfires. The next workshop, called Fire Operations in the Wildland Urban Interface, will be held Saturday, April 1, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Fallbrook Public Utility District office, 990 E. Mission Rd. Some of the most vulnerable areas are those in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI), which is defined as residential areas that abut to open space. Participants who attend the workshops learn t...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Democratic Club’s monthly meeting will be held Thursday, April 6 at Hilltop Center, 331 E. Elder St. Social time is 6:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7 p.m. The meeting includes a food drive for the Fallbrook Food Pantry. The guest speaker will be David Trujillo, advocacy director of the ACLU, San Diego. Trujillo will talk about what the ACLU does to protect civil rights. Trujillo grew up San Diego and has a political science degree from UC San Diego. He will discuss how the ACLU is fighting for...
VISTA – North County Aviculturists, for pet bird owners and breeders, will learn about exotic doves on Saturday April 1. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at the Vista Masonic Lodge, 761 Eucalyptus, Vista. The guest speakers will be Elio Noyas and Karl Stute. Refreshments will be provided; admission is free. For more information, visit www.ncabirdclub.com.... Full story
BONSALL – Horse lovers will have a rare opportunity to spend a day with Sylvia Zerbini, former star of Cavalia and a ninth generation circus performer, at a one-day Liberty Clinic and Luncheon on Sunday, April 23, at Horse Spirit Ranch in Bonsall. The event, which runs from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., will also feature a silent auction, vendor booths, raffles, and a tack sale. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Horse Spirit Ranch Emergency Horse Fund, and is sponsored by...
