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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UPDATE: This is still an early version story. Involved parties are still unnamed at this time. Homicide Lt. Jarjura said, "We were contacted because the department’s procedures are to contact us if there is anything suspicious or unusual about a death. The death is a Medical Examiner's case and we are there to support any investigation. If the ME’s office determines later it was a Homicide then we would do the investigation." He clarified that no one has been arrested as was... Full story
UPDATE: According to North County Fire, the fire off I-15 has been stopped at 3-5 acres by 4:00 p.m. No structures damaged or destroyed. CHP has reopened the number 1 and 2 lanes. According to the Watch Duty app, several fires are burning along I-15 one mile south of the 76, between 15 and Old Highway 395. Both sides of 15 are closed. Forward progress has been stopped on the main fire but there is still some active fire on the northernmost fire as of 2:53 p... Full story
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SAN DIEGO (CNS) - At the request of the Maui Humane Society, San Diego Humane Society's Emergency Response Team was deploying to Hawaii today to assist in the aftermath of the wildfire that devastated Lahaina. A team of four members were set to depart from the humane society's San Diego campus, 5500 Gaines St., at 9:30 a.m. Monday for an eight- to 10-day deployment, according to Nina Thompson of the society. Once on the ground in Lahaina, the team will assist with search and r...
Statement from Camp Pendleton on Twitter on August 10th, 2023 at 2:14 PM, "****SMOKE ADVISORY**** There is currently a vegetation fire within the X-RAY Impact Area on Camp Pendleton. Smoke may be visible, but there is currently no threat to personnel or structures. The Camp Pendleton Fire Department is on scene." Statement from North County Fire Protection District on Twitter August 10th, 2023 at 2:53 PM, "****SMOKE ADVISORY**** @MCIWPendletonCA currently has a vegetation...
FALLBROOK – This month the Fallbrook Woman’s Club (FWC) has its annual recruitment event. This event is to introduce potential new members to what the Fallbrook Woman’s Club is all about. On Wednesday, Aug. 23, from 12:30-2:30 p.m. the ladies invite those interested in the FWC to join them in the Carriage House for a Soda Shoppe soiree. Anyone wanting to attend is asked to R.S.V.P. by Monday, Aug. 14 to [email protected]. Just for fun, they can wear their favorite 1960’s fashion. Go-Go boots, headbands and fringe... Full story
PEORIA, Illinois – Wilian Grijalva, from Bonsall, graduated with a post Master’s certificate, while majoring in Family Nurse Practitioner, from Bradley University in May. Grijalva was among more than 900 students who earned degrees. Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering students opportunities, choices and resources to build their futures. Submitted by Bradley University.... Full story
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Francisco Paredes, who competed in water polo and swimming before graduating from Fallbrook High School in June, will continue his water polo career at Cal State University Fullerton. "It's really a great opportunity. I'm really excited to play at the next level and go from there," Paredes said. "So happy for him that he's playing at the next level," said Bill Richardson, who was Paredes' water polo coach at Fallbrook High School. Paredes was...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce will once again host its Annual Charity Golf Tournament. This year's event will be held at the pristine and private Vista Valley Country Club on Friday, Sept. 29. Breakfast will be included, along with an opportunity drawing and awards for the top golfers. Two new features this year will be a Helicopter Ball Drop and a Bang the Gong contest. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Out of the Ashes Fund, which benefits victims o...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter It is impossible for all three of the Khoury siblings to win age group championships in a track and field event since Maya and Sahara are twins and compete in the same division. The best possible scenario of two siblings winning championships occurred July 15 at the California State Games at University City High School in San Diego when Maya won the girls 17-18 pole vault championship and Kingston took home the boys 13-14 pole vault...
Susan Esther Gray Pierce "Bongu" of La Jolla, California passed away Thursday, June 29, 2023 at the age of 76. She was born April 30, 1947, in La Jolla, where she grew up. Born at San Diego Mercy Hospital, she moved from Wilber Street to her family home on Skylark Drive in 1958. She graduated from La Jolla High School in June 1965. She then attended University of California, Berkeley and graduated from San Francisco State University with a teaching credential in 1969. In... Full story
John Thomas Hartin born June 11, 1936, in Valparaiso, Indiana passed away peacefully at home, July 27, 2023, in Fallbrook, California with his wife Maureen by his side. John had been a warrior for the past decade with different health conditions that did not stop him from living his best life with his friends and family. John was a lover of good food, good wine, and jazz music. Late in life you would often find him sitting in his garden listening to Stan Kenton having a glass... Full story
Avalon Hester Village News Intern Fallbrook lawyer and local hero, J.P. Norman began his journey as a Marine over two decades ago when he joined the United States Marine Corps as an attack helicopter pilot after commissioning as an officer in 2000. His passion for flying was evident, and he envisioned a long career soaring through the skies. However, fate had a different plan for him. In 2004, during a training exercise in Numa, Arizona, tragedy struck as Norman's helicopter...
Yvette Urrea Moe County of San Diego Communications Office Make a difference in a homeless pet's life by giving them a home, family and love in August for Clear the Shelters, a month-long national effort to find caring homes for animals in shelters. The San Diego County Department of Animal Services will be waiving pet adoption fees throughout the month of August to help to make the dream of a forever home come true for all the pets in their care. Shelters in the county are ne...
Shauni Lyles County of San Diego Communications Office It’s been one year and counting since hopeful chefs looking for a way to start a business in their homes found one through the county’s Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO) program. On Feb. 25, 2022, the county opened its application process for the two-year temporary program that allows home chefs countywide to operate mini-restaurants with the ability to serve up to 30 in-person, take out or delivery meals a day for a maximum of 60 a week. As of July 31, 202...
Roger Boddaert Special to the Village News The status of the California mountain lion has changed over the years, from being hunted with a bounty on their head to being an especially protected native mammal. We are living in their territory, and it is their backyard to roam and survive in today's world, which is not easy these days. They are most plentifully found where there are lots of prey, and adequate native plant cover on our local mountains and they play a key role in...
CALIFORNIA – The American Pickers are excited to return to California! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series in California in September 2023. American Pickers is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique "picking" on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America's most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find historically significant or rare items, in a...
Elisabeth Hartig Lentulo Special to the Village News Hidden home dangers can be lurking in various areas of your house, and it’s essential not to ignore them as they can pose serious risks to your health and safety. Keep your eye on these hidden home dangers that you should never overlook: Hidden Home Danger: Carbon Monoxide This odorless and colorless gas can leak from faulty gas appliances, heating systems or blocked vents. How to fix it: Install carbon monoxide detectors and have your heating systems checked regularly t...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Nu-Line Technologies, LLC, has been selected to receive the Fallbrook Public Utility District contract to reline nearly 2,000 linear feet of FPUD sewer main. FPUD’s board voted 5-0 July 24 to award Nu-Line Technologies, which is based in Vista, a $152,852 contract. The work will perform trenchless restoration of existing mainline to like-new condition on approximately 1,806 linear feet of six-inch gravity sewer main and 960 linear feet of 12-inch gravity sewer main. FPUD’s capital improvement...
SAN DIEGO – San Diego County Assessor, Jordan Z. Marks, certified the 2023 assessed value roll of all taxable property with a record-setting high of $727.48 billion, reflecting a 7.12% increase, or $48.3 billion, over the previous year. The 2023 assessment roll reflected unprecedented property tax savings of over $275 million for San Diego homeowners, disabled veterans, small businesses and charitable organizations. It is the 11th straight year the county assessor’s office has delivered record high revenue for key gov...
It’s not just real estate, it’s prices across all fronts. Have you checked out the price of gasoline lately? In town, there is nothing offered under $5/gallon, and two days ago gasoline at Costco was $4.79/gallon. How about vegetables and produce? Propane, water and electricity? Due to slower than usual real estate business, we haven’t gone through a lot of printer paper this year. But really, a case of printer/copier paper went from $22 to $36 since the beginning of the y... Full story
ESCONDIDO – California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation and CCAE Theatricals Inc. announced the transition of the former, in-house theatrical producing program known as CCAE Theatricals into an independent nonprofit organization. The Dorris Staples Theatrical Conservatory program for aspiring theater professionals will be housed under CCAE Theatricals Inc. “We are thrilled to witness the establishment of CCAE Theatricals as an independent organization,” Sara Matta, board president of California Center for the Arts,...
Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal Special to The Village News The mischievous "Beetlejuice" is popping into Broadway San Diego, Aug. 15-20, at the San Diego Civic Theatre downtown at 3651 Fourth St., in San Diego. Don't forget to get prepaid parking at the Wells Fargo Bank building when buying show tickets at http://www.broadwaysd.com. The California Center for the Arts will present "Center Cabaret: The Music of Queen" for two nights Saturday, Aug. 19, and Sunday, Aug. 20. Later in...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Kool and the Gang received a reputation as a premier pop band when their songs “Ladies Night,” “Too Hot,” “Celebration,” “Get Down On It” and “Joanna” all reached the Top 10 on the American pop charts. The band’s concert Friday, July 28, at Pala Casino’s Palomar Starlight Theater was a reminder that Kool and the Gang had a history of jazz and rhythm and blues before the group’s pop hits. “We’re doing everything tonight,” lead vocalist Sha Sha Jones said. “We’re going to take our time and get a...
