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 – Across the nation, photographers have joined together in their communities to take part in The Front Steps Project with hasthtag #frontstepsproject, which started in Needham, Massachusetts, March 17. The photographers are going around their towns taking photos of families posing on their front steps to help them cope with the "stay at home" order due to COVID-19. Local resident Sarah Middleton said, "I know my photography business is not essential, and I am by no m...
Zachary Stieber The Epoch Times Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee and former Vice President Joe Biden saw his best fundraising month during this election cycle, raking in $46.7 million in March, according to his campaign. But he has much less cash than his rival, President Donald Trump. Biden is the final candidate left in the field after Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., quit his campaign. "This virus has changed our campaign. But it hasn't changed the unwavering support...
As though Californians needed more natural disasters to contend with on top of an ongoing pandemic, a magnitude 4.9 earthquake centered near rural Anza rattled much of the southern part of the state Friday, April 3. While the quake was not powerful enough to cause any damage, mild-to-moderate shaking could be felt across a wide swath of Southern California, not just in Riverside County but in heavily populated Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange counties as well. Many Californians have probably heard about the San Andreas...
Coronavirus may be having an unintended effect on the number of reported instances of child abuse in the region. Calls to San Diego County’s Child Welfare Services Child Abuse hotline dropped in as mandatory stay-at-home orders started to take effect in March. On Wednesday, March 12, there were 402 calls to the hotline. The next day, Thursday, March 13, the hotline saw 243 calls. Local school districts began to announce school closures that day, virtually all of which took effect the following Monday. The hotline has a...
The coronavirus has changed the way Fallbrook and southwest Riverside county food pantries distribute food to their families. The demand for food at the food pantries continues to rise as stay at home orders from the San Diego and Riverside County public health agencies reach into a second month. While some community pantry shelves are still stocked, the number of volunteers to help pack boxes of food and hand them out to the lines of people in cars has been decreasing. Other...
FALLBROOK – The nonprofit Fallbrook Blanket Project continue to knit and crochet in social isolation at home. Hooks and Needles group met every Monday and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Fallbrook Library. Once everyone is back together and the library has reopened, the group welcomed the community to join their free sessions. The yarn is free, and anyone can learn to knit or crochet or just sit and chat. The Fallbrook Blanket Project donates twin-sized or larger b...
TEMECULA – Temecula Valley Hospital and the Emergency Providers of Emergent Medical Associates wanted to remind the community that the emergency department is open for medical emergencies, including support for heart and brain procedures, relating to heart attacks, stroke and more. At this time, when home isolation is often encouraged, the hospital reminded residents it is not the same as medical isolation. If residents are having symptoms that could be an indicator of a medical emergency, such as chest pain, difficulty breat... Full story
FALLBROOK – Residents and staff have rallied together to face and adapt to the challenges presented by the governor's stay-at-home order at Silvergate Fallbrook, a senior living community serving the area for more than 30 years. Like many retirement communities around the country, Silvergate has initiated strict safety protocols to safeguard residents, such as restricted entry to the property, daily temperature checks on residents and staff and the use of face masks and social...
NEW YORK CITY – The spread of the coronavirus has sparked concern worldwide and prompted many leaders to take decisive action to contain the virus. Several states have mandated citizens to stay home from work, socially distance and remain indoors, meaning people have found their time outside has been drastically reduced. Although they may not be exposed to direct sunlight as often, The Skin Cancer Foundation advised everyone to remain vigilant in regard to protecting their skin and checking their body for suspicious l...
Andrew Zucker Attorney at Law The Zucker Law Firm Most people find themselves in need of a good attorney at some point in their lives. You may find yourself needing help with an injury claim, creating a will and trust, real estate and business contracts, employment issues and the list goes on. So how do you find a good attorney? There are many resources people can turn to when they start their search. These may include personal recommendations from a friend or colleague,... Full story
Found just under the liver, the gallbladder sits as a pouch and a storage unit for the liver's bile. This pear-sized balloon is inflated before meals when it is filled with bile. After eating, the balloon looks flat and deflated. Bile is used to help digests fats. When food is detected, the gallbladder releases bile into the small intestine. But wait...don't some people have their gallbladders removed? Yes, because even though the gallbladder plays a role in digestion, it is n...
Kim Callinan Special to Village News “I have heart disease, and I am scared. For years, doctor’s visits and medication have kept me alive. However, now I am afraid if I go to the doctor, I will catch coronavirus and die. If I don’t go, my heart disease could kill me,” according to a patient. As president and CEO of Compassion and Choices, a nonprofit organization working for patient rights and individual choice at end of life, I have had similar conversations with seriously ill Americans nationwide who have a host of disease...
Kevin is loyal to his soil, and the Fallbrook High School graduate has always lived in Fallbrook. "This is my home," he said. "I've never been homeless anywhere else – just here in Fallbrook." Kevin is a success story, and one of many stories he talks about who came from a transitional home for homeless people looking to get their lives in order. Kevin said he has spent the better part of 11 years living on and off the streets in his community. The last time he was homeless w...
City News Service Special to Valley News As COVID-19 continues to take its heaviest toll in the health care industry, a San Diego nurse attorney, author and veteran of the AIDS crisis is offering nurses a free video series to help them survive the new pandemic. Lorie Brown put together the video series to provide tips for nurses on the front line of the coronavirus fight. It features 18 experts who provide advice such as keeping up immunity, getting better sleep, practicing mindfulness and understanding nurses’ rights. “I wan...
FALLBROOK – With in-person events and activities being canceled indefinitely and public places closed, everything has shifted to online – even libraries. And with National Library Week coming up April 19-25, residents can still enjoy all of the free benefits of a library from the comfort of home. So whether residents need a new novel to dive into or want to watch movies without paying a monthly subscription fee, here are five ways the library can save them money from Rebecca Gramuglia, consumer expert at htt... Full story
FALLBROOK – To support schools with the shift to distance learning and parents faced with the challenge of teaching at-home, San Diego-based Writing by Design is donating free access to their virtual learning programs. The programs range from interactive middle school video lessons, online K– eighth grade teaching manuals, online assessments, demonstration lessons and remote professional development. Developed by a California Department of Education-approved company, Wri...
Three area music artists have advanced to the top 20 of season 18 of "American Idol" on ABC. Two high school student vocalists, Olivia Ximines, 17, of Menifee and Makayla Phillips, 17, of Temecula, are competing alongside 23-year-old Murrieta singer songwriter Jonny West. The three artists have battled through the audition process, two rounds of Hollywood Week competitions, and the showcase week performances in Hawaii to reach the roster of 20 contestants. The competition...
SAN MARCOS – Palomar College officials has announced that it will extend the current delivery of courses remotely for the summer semester that begins May 26. The decision was made as part of the ongoing effort to protect students, faculty and staff and comply with California's social distancing measures during the nationwide COVID-19 crisis. "This summer, Palomar College will continue to offer the instruction our students need to pursue their goals. We have no choice but to s...
The National Geographic Society is offering free, easy to use resources for parents looking for ways to further their children's education throughout the life of the COVID-19 pandemic, the society announced recently. From the Explorer Classroom featuring live broadcasts connecting young people virtually to National Geographic Explorers to Curated Collections and even a resource library, NatGeo hopes to further education in students from around the world, Vicki Phillips, chief... Full story
Kate Calhoun Intern Fallbrook High School Students began official distance learning April 14; however, they were given "optional" work to complete during the month break they were given to allow for continuous review of subject matter. Throughout this period, many students have experienced mixed feelings regarding the new distance learning and are finding ways to adjust to the transition. "The worst part of staying home is just the fact that it gets boring super quickly," juni...
SAN DIEGO – With the coronavirus pandemic causing financial hardships for many individuals and families in the region, San Diego Gas and Electric is encouraging those in need to apply online, https://www.sdge.com, for bill discount programs, which can save them 30% or more off their monthly utility bill. SDG&E offers bill discount programs to support customers year-round. Many people who previously could not take advantage of these income-based programs may now be able to do so due to lost wages. Those who recently lost t... Full story
Lexington Howe Intern The Fallbrook business community is pulling together during the pandemic, working to meet needs as they come up. The Fallbrook Health District has been helping people find the resources they need to keep going and maintain stability. "We've identified five different nonprofits that are doing direct service support to our community, and we're providing them some additional funding and coordination of community produce donations," Rachel Mason, executive...
