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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A funky café on Main Street in Vista is not where one would expect to find a delectable Crab Cakes Benedict, a light Monte Cristo Sandwich or an inventive and wonderfully complete fruit salad, but it’s all there at Curbside Café – and more. Art work lines the walls, and even the tables, inside the café; and seating is also available curbside, hence the name. John Randall has owned the place for eleven years, and developed expertise as a waiter, and also a chef, at the Four Sea... Full story
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Fallbrook residents Jennifer Whaley and Lisa Warbrick won awards for jams and jellies they made and entered in the San Diego County Fair’s home and hobby competition. Whaley received two first-place awards, two second-place ribbons, and a third-place result. Warbrick’s jams included one which won second place and one which obtained honorable mention recognition. Whaley’s sangria jelly took first place among wine jellies. She also entered a brandy peach conserve in the “other than listed” category of the miscellaneous division...
FALLBROOK – For the 2013-2014 year, requests for funding from the Fallbrook Healthcare District’s (FHD) grant program totaled over $650,000. “Every program presented was worthy of consideration,” said FHD administrator Vi Dupre. “Many of the applicants were experiencing increased demands for services while funding sources continue to diminish. The board of directors is diligent in its review and consideration of each request.” A total of $556,159 was awarded by the di...
SAN DIEGO – When booking vacations, many families find vacation rentals to be a more affordable lodging option than hotels. Though it’s still entirely possible to find a great deal at a hotel or resort, vacation rentals have become a popular option for families looking to save some money and spread out a little more. Vacation rentals are often homes located in popular tourist destinations. The rental owner may spend just a few weeks living in the property then rent it o... Full story
June 29 4100 block Arboles Ct. Grand theft June 30 200 block W. Clemmens Ln. Domestic violence incident July 1 2500 block Via Rancheros Arrest: Spousal abuse 200 block Summit Ave. Arrest: Spousal abuse w/serious injury 2300 block Aqua Hill Rd. 5150/Mental disorder De Luz Rd. @ Sandia Creek Dr. (1) Cited: Battery De Luz Rd. @ Sandia Creek Dr. (2) Cited: Battery 4000 block S. Mission Rd. (1) Arrest: Under influence of controlled substance, possess unlawful paraphernalia, present false ID to officer 4000 block S. Mission Rd....
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Army Pvt. Patricia Diaz has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid,...
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NORTH COUNTY - Picking a college major is a big step for young students. Though many adults eventually find themselves working in fields that have little to do with their college majors, many more spend their entire careers in the same field they chose to major in way back in their college days. Choosing a major is a decision that ultimately rests on the shoulders of the students who must consider a host of factors before committing to a specific field of study. But parents...
FALLBROOK – Members and guests of the Fallbrook/Bonsall Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) met recently at the Peking Wok to share lunch and to install new officers for the 2013-14 year. Bobbie Jessup, financial officer of the Temecula Valley Branch of AAUW was the installing officer. Newly installed officers are president Guity Balow, first vice president, programs Kathy Bierbrauer; second vice president, membership Maria Wolownick and third...
FALLBROOK – A total of $16,900 was donated to groups benefiting the community at the June meeting of the board of directors of the Angel Society of Fallbrook, a local philanthropic organization. The board approved $7,000 in funds to help the Fallbrook Senior Citizens Service Center provide nutritious meals for seniors. Its congregate meal program serves lunch five days a week, along with a home delivered meal program that serves 70 seniors every weekday. The center... Full story
FALLBROOK – Frank Hainey of the Fallbrook Vintage Car Club recently organized a tour of the March Air Force Base museum. He arranged the tour through retired Lt. Col. Rod Dyckman, a local resident who at one time was the commander of the last SR71 squadron to experience duty before ending this spy program. Invited were members of the Fallbrook Vintage Car Club, the Shafters Car Club as well as a few friends and relatives of the two clubs. A total of 45 people were able...
BONSALL – The Bonsall Woman’s Club (BWC) met on June 6 in the San Luis Rey Downs Resort’s banquet room to present newly elected officers for the coming year, which starts in September. The theme of this meeting centered on ‘the garden’ with each new officer introduced to the tune “Tiptoe through the Tulips,” played by member Barbara Chahbazian. Fittingly, the first to ‘tiptoe’ was the “Garden Fairy,” Geri Sides who introduces the guests at each monthly meeting. Following...
FALLBROOK – Connections Fallbrook will host its 2013 Taste of Fallbrook on Friday, July 26 from 5 p.m. to sundown in historic downtown. This year’s theme is, “Who will be crowned the ‘Ultimate Chef of Fallbrook’ and the Ultimate Dessert Chef of Fallbrook’”? Ticket sales begin at 5 p.m. and food tastings will begin at 5:30. According to updated information, 14 samples of cuisine (9 entrees and 5 desserts) will be offered for the $15 ticket price. Tickets are available a...
SAN DIEGO – At the annual journalism awards banquet held July 11 by the San Diego Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) on Shelter Island, Village News Inc. was presented with 14 awards, 8 of those being first place honors, for work published in 2012. “We are very pleased to be respected as leaders in high quality community news,” said publisher Julie Reeder. Awards were earned by the media group’s Fallbrook/Bonsall Village News, Temecula/Murrieta Valley News, and Valley Sports Magazine in categ... Full story
Eleven greater Fallbrook organizations will be receiving Community Enhancement funding from the County of San Diego for Fiscal Year 2013-14. The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 June 25 to adopt the county’s 2013-14 budget, including the distribution of Supervisor Bill Horn’s $536,000 Community Enhancement budget. Although only Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) revenue derived from lodging facilities in unincorporated San Diego County funds the Community Enhancement program, organizations in incorporated cit... Full story
The Bonsall Unified School District is considering models for Bonsall’s new high school which will open in 2014-15, and school district board members and staff will be receiving advice from Landmark Consulting Group, Inc. The BUSD board voted 4-1 June 13 to approve a $3,094 agreement with Landmark Consulting. Sylvia Tucker voted against the proposal on the grounds that the district should create its own model for the school rather than adopting another model. “We’re trying to learn what is the cutting edge in high schoo... Full story
The construction cost for the North County Fire Protection District to replace Station 5 in Bonsall will be higher than the district budgeted and estimated, so fire district staff will investigate financing options to allow full funding of the new fire station. NCFPD deputy fire chief Ed Sprague addressed the district’s board June 25, although the presentation was a discussion item rather than a voting action. “It was more of an information item to get direction from the board to staff,” Sprague said. The board direc...
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FALLBROOK – The fifth annual English Motors at Fairbrook will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29. A unique gathering of fine English motor cars and motor bikes, the judged show at Fairbrook Farm is held as a fundraiser for Meals-On-Wheels Greater San Diego, Inc. The expansive show field at the horse farm has room for 250 cars and motorcycles, and up to 20 food and automotive-related booths. There are 25 classes plus awards for Best of Show, Reserve Best of Show, and Most Elegant Automobile. Spectator... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Senior Center cribbage team had its first victory in 2013 at the June 27 Senior Challenge. In the 34-player match, the Fallbrook team’s 62 wins bested the 57 wins for the Oceanside team. For the second month in a row, the top three players each had six wins without a skunk. Roy Cook took first over Martha Foster and Judy Gilbertson. The July Senior Challenge will be held at 12:15 p.m. July 25 at the Vista Elks Lodge, 1947 E. Vista Way. Lunch begins at 11 a.m. Call (760) 695-2977 or email n... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Alumni Association’s annual backpacking work day and potluck is being held on Saturday, Aug. 3 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Former FHS students are invited to gather at 211 S. Stage Coach Lane, ready for fun and food. Every year, the Fallbrook Alumni Association fills and provides 75 backpacks made available to students who arrive in need of school supplies necessary for them to take advantage of the education opportunities awaiting them at FHS. The day promises to be a rewarding and fulfilling t... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Moose Lodge will offer a fundraising evening Saturday, July 20, featuring fish and shrimp tacos for dinner ($8/plate) followed by free line dancing lessons. Event begins at 4 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the door, 842 S. Main Ave., Fallbrook. Call (760) 728-8670 for more information....
My family attended this year’s Fourth of July event at the Grand Tradition as we have for many years. This year’s policy of searching all the bags of people coming into the event and forcing them to throw away any food they brought in was unacceptable. I saw people forced to throw away large quantities of perfectly good food at the gate. I saw large bags of grapes, apricots, etc. trashed even though I didn’t see any vendors selling fruit at the event. The people at the gate destroying the food said they were doing it becau...
Thanks to so many, “Art by the Inch Invitational 2013” in June was a great success. We are grateful for the wonderful friends of the arts who came and purchased sections of the beautiful mural in support of both the Brandon and the Fallbrook Land Conservancy, two worthy not-for-profit organizations that rely on fundraising efforts in this economic climate. Those supporters were able to purchase original art for $1 per square inch in this fun, interactive fundraiser. Many thanks to the five invited, regional guest artists who...
