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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More than 100 community members attended the March 19 open house for the new North County Fire Protection District (NCFPD) fire station in Bonsall. "It was very well attended. We really appreciate the support of the community in opening that station. It's a great facility that will serve the community for a very long time," said NCFPD deputy fire chief Ed Sprague. The new NCFPD Station 5 on Olive Hill Road replaces the station on Old River Road that the fire department had use...
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The link between drug use and crime is indisputable. Unfortunately drug use is not declining in Fallbrook, but which substances are most popular (locally and countywide) has changed somewhat over the past few years. "Between 65 and 70 percent of the people in Fallbrook we (law enforcement) contact are using some kind of controlled substance," said Sheriff's narcotics investigator Tim Clark. Heroin is one drug that has gained momentum lately. Sheriff's Sgt. Patrick Yates reflected on the change, "In my first year on the...
FALLBROOK – The new knit and crochet gathering takes place every Monday from 10 a.m. to noon at Fallbrook Library. New participants are always welcome to join the group to learn or re-learn to knit or crochet, or just enjoy a craft while making new friends. There is no fee. Additionally, some ladies work on the Fallbrook Blanket project, making patches or helping to sew together blankets for needy adults. The Fallbrook Blankets project is part of a Warm-Up America i...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Chorale is now in rehearsals for its June 7 concert scheduled at the Bob Burton Performing Arts Center. The group's "Spring Wine & Song" gala was held on Sunday, March 22 at the Wiens Family Cellars in Temecula. The event benefited instrumental accompaniment for the chorale's concerts. For more information about the June concert, call (760) 390-9726....
FALLBROOK – The Bottom Shelf, the used bookstore which funds many of the activities offered by the Fallbrook Library, is currently looking for volunteers. People are needed to staff it for a shift of just three hours one day a month (Monday through Saturday). Time slots are scheduled for the same day/week each month, either from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or from 1 to 4 p.m. This is an excellent opportunity for residents to support their local library, as well work with like-minded v... Full story
FALLBROOK – Eighteen years ago, Don Foulkes, and Orolie Gubser were a part of the Fallbrook Players production of "Love Letters" by A.R. Gurney. On April 11 and 12, the pair will once again read "Love Letters" to each other in the Curtain Call Company production of the same show. Foulkes, now 93, still has the passion for theater and public speaking. "This has always been one of my favorite shows, and I am happy to be able to perform this show again," said Foulkes. Orolie Gubser, now 29 plus, is also enthusiastic about p... Full story
March 11 900 block Funquest Dr. : Furnish minor with marijuana March 13 3300 block Lake Circle Dr. : Possess 1oz marijuana or less while driving March 14 500 block Ammunition Rd. Cited: : Possess controlled substance paraphernalia 3000 block Trelawney Ln. Arrest: : Trespassing March 18 200 block Woodcrest Dr. : Sex-related crime 2400 block S. Stage Coach Ln. : Arrest (Juvenile): Possess controlled substance 2000 block Kristi Ct. : Get credit w/other's ID March 19 2400 block Eric Rd. : Arrest: Battery (spouse) 800 block E....
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook High School Marching Warriors (band) are making steady progress towards their history-making trip to London, England to perform by special invitation in the city's New Year's Day Parade on Jan. 1, 2016. Since receiving the prestigious invitation last September, the students have been busy trying to raise the necessary $3,200 cost per person. For many of these students, this chance to travel abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that will l... Full story
FALLBROOK – Three local students had their art work chosen to show at the annual Youth Art Month (YAM) Exhibit. which ran from Feb. 12 through March 22 in the Rose Gallery at the Francis Parker School in San Diego. Colette Lee won honorable mention for her watercolor poppies while Katelyn Mathewson and Nash Youngren received certificates of excellence on their respective compositions. This exhibit is sponsored by the California Art Education Association (CAEA) and the San D... Full story
Donations of chess sets, items for science learning sought FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Street School (FSS) students now have more to do than just homework after school. In the spirit of leadership and self-improvement, after school clubs have formed on the FSS campus, allowing students to learn something new, yet have fun at the same time. Facilitated by teachers and student volunteers, FSS students attend one club weekly for six weeks. The club activities range from building m...
FORT JACKSON, S.C. – Army Pfc. Michael J. Crain Jr. has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic f...
AZUSA, CALIF. – Several local residents made the academic Dean's List at Azusa Pacific University (APU), honored for a fall 2014 grade-point average of 3.5 or better. They are joined by 1,983 students receiving the same honor. The local students honored are Fallbrook residents Kalani Aguigui, an undeclared major; Rebecca Allen, biology major; Nicholas Devera, applied exercise science major; Michelle Madden, nursing major; Danika Norman, communication studies major; Jasmine Seider, applied health major; Daylan Trento, m...
If one word were used to describe 127 West Social House I think it would be "fresh." The recipes are fresh, the food is fresh, the décor is fresh – this restaurant is a fresh breath of air. Open since January, it is Faro Trupiano’s third Fallbrook establishment. It was a challenge to renovate the historic Elder House built in 1884, the external façade had to be preserved, but the interior renovation rules were less restrictive. The end result was a fabulous building where...
FALLBROOK – A little homework can lead to saving water in the landscape. For those looking to upgrade their landscape, visit WaterSmartSDlandscaping.org. The San Diego County Water Authority’s WaterSmart landscaping website has thousands of pictures of plants and garden designs that are well-suited to this area's Mediterranean climate. Take visual tours of beautiful, water-efficient landscapes through photographs that include hotlinks to plant information screens. Pic...
BONSALL – After having enjoyed the dedicated service of retiring assistant superintendent of business services, Tom Krzmarzick for the last six years, Bonsall Unified School District (BUSD) takes great pleasure in announcing the addition of William Pickering II to the Bonsall School community effective March 16. An exceptionally high-performing manager of accounting and reporting at the San Diego County Office of Education, Pickering is also sought statewide for his e...
SACRAMENTO - Following the lowest snowpack ever recorded and with no end to the drought in sight, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced April 1 actions that will save water, increase enforcement to prevent wasteful water use, streamline the state's drought response and invest in new technologies that will make California more drought resilient. "Today we are standing on dry grass where there should be five feet of snow. This historic drought demands unprecedented action,"... Full story
NORTH COUNTY – Volunteers are needed for the Fallbrook and Bonsall area to assist in the Trauma Intervention Program (TIP). TIP of San Diego County, Inc. is a non-profit, volunteer organization of specially-trained citizen volunteers who provide immediate emotional and practical support to victims and their families in the first few hours following a tragedy. TIP volunteers are dispatched by fire and law enforcement agencies and local hospitals to emergency scenes. Imagine having a family member who lives in another region be... Full story
FALLBROOK – California Retired Teachers Fallbrook Division 81 will hold its meeting at the Fallbrook Golf Club on Wednesday, April 8. The program for the day will be the Member Variety Show, featuring songs, stories and dance. Socializing begins at 8:45 a.m. with the show beginning shortly after. Cost is $15/each. Reserve a spot by calling Bud at (760) 728-1092.... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Republican Women Federated (FRWF) will hear insights from Stephen Frank, political analyst and commentator, about how the coming elections will effect California at a brunch meeting on Friday, April 10, 9:30 a.m. at Pala Mesa Resort, 2001 Old Hwy 395. The cost is $20 for brunch and program. RSVP to [email protected]. FRWF meets on the second Friday of the month and guests are welcome....
FALLBROOK – The P.E.O. Reciprocity Bureau, which represents the five Fallbrook P.E.O. chapters, (chapter UH as host) is giving a luncheon at Christ the King Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, 1620 S. Stage Coach Lane, on April 18 at 10:30 a.m. The luncheon will celebrate educational philanthropy and present a program on GAVA Kids. GAVA is dedicated to helping orphans and disadvantaged children with community assistance and caring. Kelly Austin, head of GAVA Kids, will be the speaker. In addition, the Santa Margarita R... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook residents and guests are invited to a 'Meet and Greet' with author Victor Villaseñor on Thursday, April 30, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Fallbrook Library, 124 S. Mission Rd. This event is sponsored by Fallbrook A Leer and the Friends of the Fallbrook Library. Light refreshments will be donated by Northgate González Market. For more information, call (760) 731-4650....
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Public Utility District is inviting residents to attend a public workshop on Monday, April 6, from 6 to 7 p.m. at its district office, 990 East Mission Road. The purpose of the workshop will be to discuss two upcoming construction projects the district will be embarking upon. The projects are a water-treatment facility, which will be built at FPUD's plant at 1425 Alturas Road and a related piping project on Almond Street and Palomino Road. Both projects are directly related to the Santa Margarita R...
