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Monday morning, Dec. 5, the Pala Fire Department will be conducting a controlled burn near the sewage treatment plant and shooting range on Henderson Road. Expect to see smoke and flames. The department said in a statement that the controlled burn "won't be anything to worry about" but advised that people with questions can call the fire department at (760) 742 1632.... Full story
RAINBOW – Anyone who grows their own food, or any other kind of crop, is welcome to attend the Southern California Farmers, Ranchers & Grape Growers Free Workshop on Thursday, Dec. 8 from 3 to 5 p.m. They will learn how the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and other agencies can help them. The workshop will be hosted by and held at Rainbow Valley Grange, 2160 Rainbow Valley Blvd. Topics will include farm and youth loans, farm crop insurance, farm drought insurance, and conservation assistance. Panelists will b...
FALLBROOK – The North County Fire Protection District (NCFPD) and Foundation for Senior Care were awarded a scholarship to attend the 2016 NFPA Remembering When™ Conference. The team participated in training to deliver the educational fire and falls prevention program sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The conference, Remembering When™: A Fire and Fall Prevention Program for Older Adults, was held Nov. 14 to 16. NFPA selected teams from 30 communitie... Full story
NORTH COUNTY – Do you often need to ask others to repeat themselves? Is anyone around you suggesting that you may have a hearing problem? Professional Hearing Associates is presenting a free one-day event Dec. 8, which includes a hearing screening and a complimentary Lyric consultation. Anyone who is a candidate for Lyric, an invisible extended wear hearing device that be worn 24/7 for months at a time without changing batteries, or Audeo BR, the first hearing aid ever produced to feature a built-in Lithium-ion r... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Encore Club is a social club and members always manage to find ways to have fun. Its Halloween costume party was no exception. The potluck party was hosted in the home of members, with many joining in the fun. Various creative costumes were enjoyed by everyone, adding to the evening and party spirit. There are many varied activities each month. Members can sign up for whatever appeals to them at the regular monthly coffee/meeting held every first T...
The San Diego Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of agricultural conservation easements on two properties, including one in Pauma Valley. The supervisors' 4-0 vote Nov. 16, with Greg Cox absent due to a National Association of Counties meeting, allows county staff to proceed with easement purchases in Pauma Valley and Ramona. The Purchase of Agricultural Conservation Easement program will ensure the agricultural preservation of 211.54 acres off of Cole Grade Road in Pauma Valley and 81.99 acres in Ramona. The Pauma...
FALLBROOK – Each year, the Rotary Club of Fallbrook recognizes personnel from the California Highway Patrol, the North County Fire Protection District, and the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department at the Public Safety Recognition Awards Ceremony. The award winners for 2016 were selected by their respective agency for being an exemplary employee; for upholding the ideals of their respective agency; and for being an example their brothers and sisters in service, and for the...
SAN DIEGO COUNTY – The Sheriff's Department is partnering with the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and other agencies in spreading the word about a nationwide recall to replace at-risk airbags in certain vehicles. The recall involves vehicles, particularly Hondas and Acuras, that are equipped with Takata airbag inflators. Recall repairs are free of charge to all vehicle owners. To find out if a vehicle is part of the recall, its owner can go to h... Full story
WASHINGTON – The Federal Communications Commission is alerting consumers to be on the lookout for callers pretending to be utility company employees demanding immediate payment, often by prepaid debit cards, credit cards, or gift cards. As American consumers prepare for winter months when many people would be endangered by an interruption to heating fuel, the FCC’s Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau wanted to make consumers aware of this scam and prepared to protect the... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce will hold its Christmas Party Wednesday, Dec. 14 at Silvergate Retirement Residence, 420 Elbrook Drive at 5:30 p.m. For more details, contact the Chamber at (760) 728-5845.... Full story
The state's Department of Water Resources (DWR) has an Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Disadvantaged Community Engagement Planning Grant program, and on Oct. 27 the San Diego County Water Authority (CWA) board authorized the CWA general manager or her designee to submit a grant application which will include grant requests for Pauma Valley integrated water supply reliability improvement and San Luis Rey Watershed tribal and disadvantaged community assistance for water use efficiency and flood control. The... Full story
Narconon reminds families that abuse of heroin and opiod drugs has become a national health crisis. They can learn to recognize the signs of heroin abuse and get their loved ones help if they are at risk. To learn about the overdose reversing drug known as naloxone, which is available in California, visit www.narcononnewliferetreat.org/blog/naloxone-availability.html. Narconon can help people take steps to overcome addiction in their family when they call for free screenings or referrals, (800) 431-1754....
OAKLAND – The telephone may be an accepted part of life in the 21st century, but not for an estimated three million Californians. Most people take using the telephone for granted. But individuals who have difficulty seeing, hearing, speaking, remembering, or moving, what seems to be a simple telephone call can be challenging, preventing communication with their family, friends, and others. The same telecommunications technology that fuels never-ending innovation has produced a wealth of specialized California Phones and d...
The Fallbrook High School boys water polo team saw its season come to an end Nov. 8 when the Warriors lost an 8-5 match to University City in the first round of the CIF Division I playoffs. "We had lots of opportunities to score," said Fallbrook coach Bill Richardson. "We weren't able to finish." The Centurions had a 4-2 halftime lead and were ahead by a 6-3 margin after three quarters. The score was 8-4 before Fallbrook scored the final goal with approximately 30 seconds remaining in the game "The defense was pretty solid,... Full story
Backing Peter Miller-trained horses at Del Mar’s fall meeting has proven to be a solid wager, as the 5-year-old gelding Solid Wager proved when he charged from last to win the $100,000 Cary Grant Stakes on Nov. 20 at the seaside racetrack. Through 11 days of racing at the 15-day Bing Crosby Season that concludes Dec. 4, Miller led his training colleagues with 13 victories. Doug O’Neill was second in the trainer standings with seven wins and Richard Baltas and Jerry Hol...