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A call came in at 8:32 am this morning of an armed suspicious person inside the Hearth coffee shop in the 100 block of Main Ave. Fallbrook Sheriffs arrived and questioned the man, who appeared to be older, maybe in his 70s. He was arrested and taken from the premises. It was also reported, although not verified with the Sheriff, that they had to use their Taser. According to a witness in the Hearth, who wished to remain anonymous, "The man kept hovering around our table,... Full story
Youtube video of arrest: https://youtu.be/3GSc9_vISTw Dean Morris. 37, from Lake Elsinore, was arrested after he led Sheriffs on a chase through SW Riverside and DeLuz. Morris is wanted on four felony warrants, according to Riverside County Sheriff Media Information Bureau Sgt. Gonzalez. The warrants included felony fraud, DUI, and theft. Morris was charged with 245C Assault with a deadly weapon/not a firearm and 2800-2 Evading police officer/reckless driving. The chase... Full story
UPDATE 05/05/24: The man shot Saturday in Bonsall by Vista Sheriff deputies after allegedly brandishing a gun and a knife, has been reported to be a Patrick Lowell, 66. He has had addresses in Escondido and Fallbrook. Lowell was reported to have been shot in the legs and lower torso and transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Lowell was given orders to drop the glock style firearm and refused. Two Vista deputies discharged their firearms. After Lowe... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Don Dornon Games, a cherished tradition in Fallbrook, once again brought together the community in celebration of youth athletics and camaraderie for the 51st time. Originally established by the Fallbrook Street PTA and student council, and spearheaded by the dedicated leadership of Don Dornon, a beloved teacher, the games have evolved into an annual highlight for the region. Following Dornon's passing in 1976, the community rallied to establish a memorial f...
FALLBROOK – Boys & Girls Clubs of North County gathered over 200 of their closest friends, dignitaries, and supporters on Saturday, April 13, to celebrate their Great Futures Gala at the Pechanga Resort & Casino. With over $225,000 raised, this fundraiser broke records. "We are excited we broke our record this year by raising over $225,000 at the gala to better serve our local kids and families," said Allison Barclay, president & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of North County, "...
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FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Union Elementary School District Governing Board announced the selection of Frank Golbeck as the new trustee for FUESD Area 1. Golbeck brings a wealth of experience and a strong dedication to the community of Fallbrook. Golbeck is a local business owner and naval veteran with a commitment to education and community involvement. He is an active parent of four children with three attending Maie Ellis Elementary, where he is a supportive and engaged p...
FALLBROOK – In a move set to transform regional agriculture, the Regional CropSWAP program, originally initiated by the Rancho California Water District, announced its expansion into neighboring counties with the partnership of Fallbrook Public Utility District, Rainbow Municipal Water District, city of Oceanside, Valley Center Municipal Water District and city of Escondido. The initiative offers significant financial incentives for implementation of sustainable practices, with the goal of empowering farmers to use water m...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Newcomers recently held a fun and festive Havana Nights Dinner Party hosted by Newcomers Events Director Candice Kelly and her dedicated events committee members. The popular Newcomers themed dinner parties are a great way to make new friends while enjoying a delicious meal in a relaxing environment. The Havana Nights Party took place on April 13, at the lovely home of Tom Moser and Christy Gordon and included a delicious Cuban style dinner, drinks and y...
Bob and Kathy Sears, my cherished companions throughout my Fallbrook years, now have that faraway look in their eyes. I know the feeling well. It seeps into the soul when a person has one foot planted firmly in the past and the other dipping a toe into an unknown future. I have visited more than 55 countries and lived in 15 places over my 70 years. The longest stretch – some 21 years – has been spent in my beloved Fallbrook. As it was that we three said: “So long” a few days ago. The Sears are my story today. And togethe...
FALLBROOK – The staff of the Fallbrook Senior Center extends an invitation to the community to commemorate the center’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Week, taking place from May 13 to May 17 with the following events. Monday, May 13 – 12:30 p.m. – Fallbrook Storytelling Festival Premiere at the Senior Center Auditorium, 399 Heald Lane. Enjoy short three-minute videos capturing some of the local residents. Snacks will be provided at this free event. Tuesday, May 14 – 10:30 a.m. – Lunch will be held at the Fallbrook Community C...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Women's Connection invites all ladies to attend a handcrafted jewelry show and brunch event in the ballroom of the Beverly Mansion at Grand Tradition Estates and Gardens, Friday, May 17 from 10 a.m. to noon. Doors open at 9:15 a.m. for shopping. The program will be presented by Linda M. Furry of "Designs by Linda," a Riverside resident who has been working with jewelry for 24 years. She focuses on one-of-a-kind, handcrafted necklaces, earrings, and b...
John Wilber Blasier, 91, of Fallbrook, California, passed away on March 29, 2024. He was born on April 20, 1932, in Glendale, California. John served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1957. He was a proud member of the Sigma Nu fraternity at the University of Southern California, where he graduated with a degree in Finance and a minor in Physics. In 1962, John became president of Monitor Products Co, a family-owned electronic manufacturing business located in Oceanside, California... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Gem and Mineral Society will host Dr. Rachelle Turnier, Thursday, May 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Turnier will speak on "From Montana to Mogok: a closer look at the enigmatic geological settings that form corundum." Turnier's remarkable investigations into the world of sapphires and rubies led her from California to Montana and Myanmar. She will explain how examination of the fine-scale chemical or isotope zonation details help identify a crystal's growth a... Full story
FALLBROOK – The guest speaker for the Republican Women of CA – Fallbrook is Kim Yeater, CEO of Take Our Elections Back Initiative. Its mission is to restore the integrity of Americas voting system and allow the people’s voice be heard. All are invited to attend the meeting Friday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Historic Mission Theater. Men are always welcome. RSVP at https://rwcfallbrook.org/. Cost is $10. Submitted by the Republican Women of CA – Fallbrook.... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Senior Center extended a warm invitation to the community to commemorate its 50th Anniversary Celebration Week, May 13-17. Fallbrook Storytelling Festival Premiere will be held at the Senior Center Auditorium, 399 Heald Lane, Monday, May 13, at 12:30 p.m. Enjoy short three-minute videos capturing some of the local residents. Snacks provided; this event is free. Enjoy lunch at the Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Lane, Tuesday, May 14, at 10:30 a.m. with mariachi entertainment, tacos and d... Full story
FALLBROOK – To celebrate Earth Day, staff members from the Fallbrook Education Center helped clean up part of their community. Partnering with Vista Community Clinic, Palomar College employees from the Fallbrook Education Center, Camp Pendleton Education Site, and the main campus in San Marcos teamed up with North County Fire Protection District to remove more than 45 pounds of litter and 4.5 pounds of cigarette waste from Horse Ranch Creek Road, Stewart Canyon, and the M...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Woman’s Club presents “The Fallbrook Follies” on Sunday, June 2 at 2 p.m. Spend an entertaining afternoon at the Mission Theater with music, dance, comedy, and a little Vaudeville featuring local talent. The Fallbrook Follies will showcase local talent young and older. A few featured performances include a tap troupe, baton extraordinaire, soloist, comedian, folklorico dancers, instrumental and vocal artist, hammered dulcimer artists, jazz dancers and more. Not only does The Fallbrook Follies... Full story
SACRAMENTO – The application period has now opened for Minerva Scholarships for young women. One $10,000 scholarship and up to 108 $300 scholarships will be awarded. The Minerva Scholarship program was established by Women in California Leadership to support the advancement of women in the State of California. Launched in 2015, the foundation was established with the purpose of empowering women and enhancing the lives of women and girls. To this end, the foundation is committed to providing scholarships to select women of p...
NOTE: While these reports have been taken straight from the Sheriff's Office, individuals are innocent until proven guilty. These addresses reveal the block number, not an exact location. April 22 500 blk W. Alvarado St. Medical Examiners case - Death 1100 blk S. Main Av. Arrest - Obstruct/resist peace officer/emergency medical technician and vandalism ($400 or more) 1200 blk Alturas Rd. Simple battery Pico / E. Mission Rd. Found property 300 blk N. Main Ave. Found property 3800 blk Alta Vista Dr. Fraud - Get credit/others... Full story
FALLBROOK – Well over a decade after Coach Carlos Gonzalez struggled to find enough players to create a boys' Villa U8 team, on Sunday, April 21, Gonzalez's U19 team, now composed of young men, won the SoCal State Cup tournament. The final game was against Tiffany's International Soccer Organization, the match was at SilverLakes Sport complex in Norco, California. The SoCal State Cup is a U.S. Club sanctioned soccer tournament and one of the largest in California with over 2...
Vallecitos Elementary School finished the April 28 Warner Softball Tournament in Warner Springs with a 2-2 record. "We did okay," said Vallecitos coach Ray Hanbeck. "The games that we lost, they were close." Vallecitos had 12 boys and only five girls, so the Vikings had a co-ed team which played in the boys division. Pauma Elementary School also had a co-ed team. Cottonwood Elementary School (Aguanta), Borrego Springs Middle School, Julian Junior High School, and Warner...
The CIF boys volleyball playoff selection and seeding meeting April 27 gave Bonsall High School the third seed in the Division V‑AA playoffs, so the Legionnaires will have a first-round bye and will host a quarterfinals playoff match Saturday. The May 4 match has a 5 p.m. starting time and will be in the gymnasium on the campus shared by Bonsall High School and Sullivan Middle School. The playoff seeding and selection meeting gave San Diego Academy the sixth seed and West Shores the 11th seed, granting those two teams a f...
The CIF Division III boys tennis playoffs April 15-20 began with El Camino High School winning a 10-8 match over Fallbrook. The April 15 play-in match ended Fallbrook’s dual match season. The Warriors finished with an overall record of 9-6 and were 6-2 in Valley League play which gave Fallbrook second place in the standings. In 2013, the CIF San Diego Section transitioned from playoff divisions based on enrollment to divisions based on competitive balance. The divisions were set prior to the start of the season. The c...
FALLBROOK –"The Shape of Things to Come" opened April 27 and runs through May 24 at The Fallbrook Art Center in The Janice Griffiths Gallery. This exhibition showcases and embraces the rich diversity of sculptural expressions from traditional materials like stone, bronze, and wood to unconventional and modern mediums such as glass, plastic, and found objects. As the world grapples with pressing environmental issues, many artists strive to raise awareness, provoke thought, a...