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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Just a quick reminder that this Sunday is “Mother’s Day,” a day that should be precious to each person, whether our mothers are still with us or have already died. That being said, let me veer off course a bit and give a shoutout to not just our mothers, but also to our grandmothers. I’m going to boldly declare this Sunday to be “Grandmother’s Day.” The Bible can be so practical in giving us wise instructions on getting along with family members of all generations and genders.... Full story
Pauline Webber Special to Village News The routine of daily life has been interrupted due to the coronavirus pandemic. While watching television or listening to the radio about the happenings locally and around the world and dealing with the government guidelines everyone should be following, anxiety is high. How can people escape their anxiety when it becomes overwhelming? Some people do yoga, some take on physical work at home and some spend time outside walking as a therape... Full story
Olivia Ximines, 16, of Menifee will not be going through to the top 10 on ABC's "American Idol," though two more performers with local ties are still in the mix for the title. On the second edition of the show that has shifted to a perform-from-home format, due to the coronavirus pandemic, Murrieta native Jonny West was moved through to the top 10 thanks to votes from the show's fans and he performed an original rendition of "Faithfully" by Journey. "You never look like you're...
The Fallbrook Public Utility District adopted a resolution declaring a state of emergency due to the coronavirus epidemic. A 5-0 FPUD board vote, April 27, authorized Jack Bebee, general manager of FPUD, and Dave Shank, the district’s chief financial officer, to submit any necessary requests for emergency-related financial assistance to the state’s Office of Emergency Services or to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. “We’re only doing it just because there’s a timeline to submit it,” Bebee said. “Right now, we’re no...
The honor of Bonsall High School valedictorian for 2020 was shared, and recipients Sara Barclay and Heather Holdo said they were both happy to share it with each other. "I think it's been an amazing achievement. I'm very excited that I got to do that with my friend," Barclay said. "We have known each other since sixth grade, and we're best friends," Holdo said. "We both decided to be valedictorians together. We took the same classes," Holdo said. "We actually had planned on...
A big rig fire shut down lanes of southbound Interstate 15 near Fallbrook Monday afternoon, May 4, a fire official said. It all began a little before 1:25 p.m., when the big rig's driver realized a rear tire was on fire and pulled over on southbound I-15 just north of Mission Road, according to North County Fire Department Capt. John Choi. After the rig came to a stop, the entire trailer became engulfed in flames. The driver was able to safely exit the rig, and North County...
TEMECULA – Temecula Valley Hospital and Southwest Healthcare System at Rancho Springs Medical Center in Murrieta and Inland Valley Medical Center in Wildomar were preparing to perform certain elective surgeries based on recent guidelines set forth by health care and state officials, starting May 4. Darlene Wetton, CEO of Temecula Valley Hospital, and Jared Giles, CEO for Southwest Healthcare System, said while the hospital is ready to meet the surgical needs of their patients, they recognize that some individuals may have c...
FALLBROOK – The Angel Thrift shop, 1002 S. Main Ave., will reopen as soon as possible after COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. In the meantime, the Angel Society Board of Directors continues to conduct business via online meetings. Philanthropy donations totaling $10,000 were approved at its April meeting. These funds went to the Fallbrook Senior Center, North County Boys and Girls Club, Fallbrook Food Pantry and Foundation for Senior Care. All funding was for their current food programs. At the same time, the board a...
Katie Cadiao San Diego County Communications Office The county is rolling out a new strategy in its fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. The "T3" strategy will address three crucial areas: testing, tracing and treatment. While treatment options for the novel coronavirus are still being developed, the San Diego county's Health and Human Services Agency is focusing on isolating people with confirmed COVID-19 infections and quarantining their close contacts. HHSA is also working...
ESCONDIDO – Due to the financial strain caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Palomar Health announced April 28 that it is eliminating 317 positions effective Wednesday, April 29, to ensure the organization can continue providing healthcare to North San Diego County residents now and in the future. Employees who are affected will receive a severance package and are immediately eligible for unemployment and health insurance coverage through their severance period. The layoffs are a result of a 45-50% decrease in patient visits thro...
The coronavirus pandemic has created high levels of stress and fear for many people. The anxiety can seem overwhelming to many people, but learning to cope with and manage that stress is important for everyone. While everyone has different reactions to stressful situations, there are ways for most people to reduce the negative effects that the stress of a crisis can have for them and those around them. As they might expect, fear and anxiety over this disease is highest for those most at risk, including older people and those...
FALLBROOK – As nursing homes around the country continue to be affected by the coronavirus, many families face confusion about the differences between nursing homes and assisted living communities. Typically, families have very little experience with either type of care. Here’s a closer look at the key differences between the two: Personal choice versus medical necessity The main difference between assisted living and nursing home care is assisted living offers personal care in a home-like, social setting while nursing hom... Full story
The annual update of San Diego County’s TransNet local street improvement program added $1,451,000 of TransNet funding for the Camino Del Rey drainage improvements. A 5-0 San Diego County Board of Supervisors vote Tuesday, April 21, approved the updated list of projects which will be funded by TransNet local streets and roads revenue over the next five years. The update covers planned expenditures from fiscal year 2020-2021 to fiscal year 2024-2025. In 2004, the county’s voters passed an extension of the half-cent Tra...
ESCONDIDO – More than 3 million people live in San Diego County, and more than 5,000 farmers call it home and make their living on 250,000 acres. The nation’s complicated and essential food system continues to adjust to the sharp, sudden shift in demand spurred by stay-at-home orders and food-service shutdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic. For farmers and others in the food supply chain, the immediate and long-term future remains uncertain as peak harvest season nears for many commodities. Supporting local farmers and ran...
The third time was a charm for Fallbrook resident Kattie Corirossi, who was scheduled to be on the longtime CBS game show "The Price is Right" Wednesday, May 6. Village News interviewed Corirossi before the airing of the episode, which was scheduled after the deadline for the newspaper. Needless to say, she couldn't say much about how she did on the show, but she was happy to talk about what a great time she had. "I can honestly say, since I'm not married and I don't have any...
Connor Eckert, 14, is just doing for everyone else in his community that which gives him the most joy and peace – playing his bagpipe. Most evenings, the eighth-grade bagpiper who competes all over Southern California practices his craft, sending tunes into the evening sky. "He practices his bagpipes every day and hopes that people can hear his music through the hills of Fallbrook and find comfort during this scary time," his mother Cat Eckert said. "I started playing the b...
FALLBROOK – The impact of COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of the Fallbrook High School District's monthly business community breakfasts for April and May, but honored Students of the Month have been announced for both months. Nominated throughout the school year by educators, the business community and charitable organizations, senior students are selected for this honor by criteria that include excellence in academics, school service and activities, community service, le...
Rebecca Gramuglia Special to Village News Whether their favorite store is temporarily closed or they prefer to shop from the comfort of their own home, many Americans have gravitated toward online shopping during the coronavirus pandemic. And according to a recent survey from TopCashback.com, 60% of Americans are shopping online more than they were a month ago. To help residents safely navigate online shopping, use these five tips. Steer clear of suspicious websites Even if they’re simply shopping for household essentials o...
SAN DIEGO – San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister reminded delinquent property taxpayers that they have only 54 days to pay their bills before they go into default. Over the next two weeks, the Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office will mail notices to roughly 50,000 delinquent taxpayers, reminding them of the June 30 deadline. All taxes that remain unpaid July 1 will incur a 1.5% penalty each month until they are paid in full. The Treasurer-Tax Collector will waive late penalties for those who can provide docume... Full story
FALLBROOK – As the world goes through the coronavirus crisis, people are all, first and foremost, concerned about the health of their loved ones and communities. But the economic implications of the virus have also weighed heavily on their minds. However, if you're an investor or a business owner, you may benefit from COVID-19 relief legislation out of Washington – and it could make a big difference, at least in the short term, for your financial future. Expanded une... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Parkinson’s Support group will host their regularly scheduled monthly meeting virtually Friday, May 22, at 10 a.m., via webinar. The webinar will be presented by Jamie Chen, a state outreach representative for the Coordinated Care Initiative. The topic is Cal MediConnect, which is an integrated delivery system that manages the benefits and services of both Medicare and Medi-Cal while providing care coordination through a care coordinator. Pre-registration is required to secure a personal web link. Th... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Garden Club would like to invite everyone to participate in its first Virtual Flower Show, following the cancellation of the club's Fallbrook in Bloom Flower Show due to the spread of coronavirus. The virtual show will be online as part of the relaunching of FGC's website and aims to unite people from all over by having them send in pictures of their prized flowers and plants to be shared on the website. For more information, visit htt...
WASHINGTON – Jovita Carranza, administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, announced Monday, May 4, that agricultural businesses are now eligible for SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan and EIDL Advance programs. SBA’s EIDL portal reopened May 4 as a result of funding authorized by Congress through the Paycheck Protection Program and Healthcare Enhancement Act. The legislation, signed into law by President Donald Trump one week ago, provided additional funding for farmers and ranchers and certain other agric... Full story
