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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Nathalie Taylor Special to the Village News This story was originally published on June 22, 2023. "I have never been to a city where there is less reason to go to bed..." - Ernest Hemingway In his writings, Hemingway described Madrid as a vibrant city, so vibrant that he was driven to stay awake to enjoy every minute. When I traveled to this city so beloved by him, I too, was struck by Madrid's vibrance. When I stepped out of the hotel on my first day in Madrid, a sunny, buzzi... Full story
OCEANSIDE - A homicide suspect was found deceased by police early today after a lengthy vehicle pursuit, the Oceanside Police Department said. At 11:57 p.m. Thursday, police received a call about a felony disturbance and when they arrived at the scene, they found the body of a 34-year-old woman, according to OPD PIO Jennifer Atenza. Riverside County officers caught up with the homicide suspect's vehicle and engaged in a lengthy pursuit on multiple North County freeways,... Full story
SAN DIEGO - San Diego County supervisors unanimously approved a proclamation today declaring a state of emergency due to pollution and sewage flowing across the U.S.-Mexico border. Board Chairwoman Nora Vargas and Vice Chair Terra Lawson-Remer introduced the proclamation, which asks Gov. Gavin Newsom and President Joe Biden to issue similar declarations, ``suspend red tape that may hinder response efforts, and expedite access to federal resources for San Diego County. ``This is the same process recently followed by local... Full story
SAN DIEGO - The San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved an $8.17 billion 2023-24 budget today, following deliberations on more than $60 million in revisions added since May. Board Chairwoman Nora Vargas said the budget ``uplifts communities in an equitable manner,'' with an emphasis on tackling the homelessness and opioid crises and support for mental health programs, young people and senior citizens. The revised budget adds $60.6 million to the May plan. The overall budget constitutes an 11% increase --... Full story
SAN DIEGO (CNS) - City Council members voted 5-4 to today to give final approval to the Unsafe Camping Ordinance that prohibits tent encampments in all public spaces throughout the city if shelter beds are available. Tuesday's second reading of the ordinance followed a June 13 meeting that ran late into the evening and ended with a 5-4 vote to advance the measure, which was strongly favored by Mayor Todd Gloria and introduced by City Councilman Stephen Whitburn. Their pro-ordinance efforts also involved asking the public to s... Full story
Monday, June 26, the CHP set up a Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) checkpoint on S. Mission, according to CHP Officer Adams. "BAR is the body in charge of checking emissions in each area. So they randomly check cars at each checkpoint in different areas as they are mandated to do. According to Officer Adams, the testing is in the bylaws of everyone's driver's license. The following information is from the Bureau of Automotive Repair website: Roadside Inspection Program The... Full story
A male and a female were both arrested this morning for public intoxication, according to SDSO Sgt. Bowman, in the alley between Main Ave and Vine Street on Ivy. Ironically, a "No Loitering and No Alcohol" sign was right above where they were sitting and drinking, according to SDSO officers. The arrest was part of a homeless focus that the Fallbrook Sheriff's Department with the help of some County personnel and community members, was out in force throughout Fallbrook Village,... Full story
North County Fire Protection District issued a ***SMOKE ADVISORY*** Camp Pendleton has a vegetation fire inside the X-Ray Impact Area on base. Smoke may be visible, but there is no fire threat to our district.... Full story
EL CAJON – Due to warming and drying conditions locally and statewide, Cal Fire San Diego is suspending all burn permits for outdoor residential burning within the State Responsibility Area of San Diego and Imperial counties. The suspension will occur at 8 a.m. on Monday, June 26. It will ban all residential outdoor burning of branches, leaves, and landscape debris. The wet winter has dramatically reduced the effects of the ongoing drought conditions throughout the state. However, a single season of wet and snowy c...
Several juveniles were involved in a rollover on June 21, at 1:17 am Wednesday morning. The Jeep rollover required towing and it is not known at this time if there were injuries or if anyone was transported to a local hospital. The rollover was reported to have happened at 3284 Via Loma in Fallbrook. The story will be updated when more information is available.... Full story
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The Cher tribute band Cher'd will have its first performance of 2023 June 30 at the Historic Grant Ritz Theater in Escondido, and Fallbrook's Chris Yates will be the bassist. "We're really excited about that," Yates said. Debbra Sweet, who lives in Vista, portrays Cher in the tribute band with the final letter of Cher'd reflecting the first letter of Sweet's first name. The other three band members all live in Carlsbad: Barry Brown plays lead...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Senior Softball is welcoming new players who are 50 plus years of age. Games are played at Ingold Sports Park Mondays through Thursdays at 4 p.m. with warm-ups beginning at 3:30. Each team is scheduled to play two games per week. Potential players, both men and women, must show for a screening prior to being placed on a team so that appropriate placement can be made. The current season is under way and the teams welcome all potential players to come for a screening, practice and get into game shape by a...
FALLBROOK – Saturday, June 17, was a busy day at the Fallbrook Historical Society’s museum and Pittenger House (at 1760 Hill Avenue) when a convoy of “Clampers” assembled to dedicate a new historical monument in memory of Lt. William Pittenger. Attendees learned that Clampers is the nickname for the Ancient and Honorable Order of E Clampus Vitus and the colorfully dressed gentlemen attending the event were members of the John P. Squibob Chapter which covers San Diego and Imperial counties. It was also noted that Clamper...
FALLBROOK – Hope Clinic for Women held its annual Walk for Life fundraiser “Hope Walks” at The Vineyard 1924 on Saturday, June 3. The walk is a family-oriented event that allows people to come together and celebrate the gift of life. It’s an opportunity for the Fallbrook community to get involved in a fun event while raising much-needed funds to support the mission of HCW. More than 75 people of all ages, infants and beyond, came out for the event. The morning weather was warm with a slight breeze, perfect for familie...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook area residents interested in art and music recently shared a similar bond when the Fallbrook Art Center and Fallbrook Music Society collaborated for an afternoon reception "Blending Art and Music." Participants at the event were invited to appreciate the 14th Annual Signature American Watermedia International Exhibition while enjoying a glass of prosecco and tasty hors d'oeuvres, accompanied by music presented by noted Fallbrook classical guitarist and t...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Art Association chose two paintings for its 2023 donor awards at the San Diego County Fair, Fine Arts division. Each artist will receive $50 plus a 1-1/2 year membership in the association. The total value of each person's award is $150. The winning paintings are Lilly Szusc's "Community at Work," entered in the "Fair Theme-Get Out There" category and Rick Lepire's "Banje Beach," entered in the "Acrylic - Representational, Landscapes" category. S...
