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OCEANSIDE – The California Highway Patrol will be once again stepping up motorcycle enforcement throughout North San Diego County this weekend. “Basically what this means is we will be putting extra officers on the road to target unsafe motorcycle riders in our area. We know that not all motorcycle riders are inconsiderate but these highways and county roads are for everyone to use,” said CHP Sergeant Scott Payson, adding “We are also asking the motoring public to please look out for motorcyclists and please remem... Full story
FALLBROOK – On Thursday, Sept. 9, a Grief Share group will start meeting at Christ The King Lutheran Church, 1620 S. Stage Coach Lane. The group will meet in the Fireside Room at 1 p.m., watch a 25 minute video, then have a time of sharing if participants are so inclined. People from neighboring communities, both those who go to any church and those who don’t go to church, are all invited to participate. The group is open to all who are suffering loss; there is no specific time period to grieve. Anyone who is s... Full story
BONSALL – Riverview Church is having a Baptism Celebration on Sunday, August 29. Those who are believers and have never been baptized, or who would like more information about baptism, can contact the church office at (760) 941-1430. Riverview is at 4980 Sweetgrass Lane (intersecting Hwy. 76, just east of River Village), at www.refc.org, and on Facebook....
FALLBROOK – All are invited to dinner to explore “Is There More to Life Than This?” which is an introduction to the Alpha Course co-hosted by Living Waters Christian Fellowship and Christ Church Fallbrook. The dinner will be on Thursday, September 9, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Living Waters Christian Fellowship, 2000 Reche Road. To RSVP for the dinner and/or the course, call (760) 728-1685....
FALLBROOK – For the 11th year, children in the Lake Rancho Viejo community had a weeklong vacation Bible school called Kids’ Party Club. This year’s theme was High Seas Expedition. Over 43 kids attended the program, which was presented by 20 volunteers. This week long program is possible because of the generosity of Ken and Teresa Pilbin....
FALLBROOK - Fallbrook United Methodist Church and its pastor, Rev. Brad Resare, are introducing a new monthly Saturday evening family spiritual growth opportunity designed for the whole family and for those seeking a family type experience. Their first Son-Set Family Fellowship Experience will be held on Saturday, August 21, from 5 to 7 p.m. There will a wonderful musical opening with testimony to kick off the hosted barbecue. The whole event will be held in the open-air church amphitheater where participants can meet new...
“He who has a generous eye will be blessed, For he gives of his bread to the poor.” Proverbs 22:9 What does it mean to have a generous eye? A person with a continual attitude of generosity will see things, needs as well as the answers for those needs. The desire to help will result in the action of giving. Strategies to meet the needs of the poor will pour forth to someone with a bountiful eye. “Bread” in the proverb may refer to the basic requirements of life, like food, or it may also include a broader reference to the othe... Full story
On July 22, the U.S. Navy changed its Tuition Assistance policy and the way active-duty sailors access money for college. The Navy’s new TA policy now grants funding on a first-come first-serve basis, with money that is replenished every fiscal quarter instead of each fiscal year. In addition, first-term sailor cannot use TA until after their first year of service. “Naval officials feel that it is crucial for new sailors to know their jobs and get settled first before pur...
FALLBROOK – Rotarian Abby Elston, of Coldwell Banker Landmark Group, received the Rotary Club of Fallbrook’s ‘Service Above Self’ award for the month of July. The award came as a result of Elston’s tireless efforts in preparing for the silent and live auctions, registration and printing needs for the upcoming Lobster on the Green event, slated for Sept. 10....
PALA – In another setback for the proposed Gregory Canyon Landfill, the Gregory Canyon Ltd. (GCL) application for a permit to operate the landfill has been put on hold by the County of San Diego. The County’s Local Enforcement Agency had deemed the application “complete and correct” on July 23, but after the Pala Band of Mission Indians and Natural Resources Defense Council sent letters identifying numerous mistakes in the application and asked for a public hearing on the issue, the County rescinded its deter... Full story
As the blissful “dog days” of summer draw to a close, families must look ahead to the structured schedule and increased pace of the school year. No more late bedtimes and pool parties that seem to last for days. It can be a hard transition, especially if a child hasn’t had the best experience in school or if it is their first time going. But some thoughtful preparation can help both the parent and child avoid stress and not be unpleasantly surprised by the first day of school. Routine slides during the summer, so it can be to... Full story
AZUSA – The following Fallbrook residents made the academic Deans’ List at Azusa Pacific University, Michaele B. Holman, a nursing major; Jacob G. Montague, an undeclared major; and Jenny A. Star, a nursing major. They join nearly 1,500 other students who were honored for a spring semester 2010 academic standing of a 3.5 or better grade-point average. Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive, evangelical, Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles....
LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – Air Force Airman 1st Class Lilyanne L. Williams graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Williams is the daughter of Ronald...
8/2 Old Stage Road Arrest: Possession of Controlled Substance Stage Coach @ E. Fallbrook St. Vehicular Burglary E. Aviation Arrest: Obstruction of Justice/Resisting Peace Officer Buena Rosa Grand Theft W. Clemmens Vehicular Burglary Bryce Lane Domestic Violence Incident S. Vine Arrest: Minor Possessing/ Purchasing Smoking Paraphernalia 8/3 Alturas Rd. Arrest: Drunk in Public Olive Hill @ Arrest: Use/Under Burma Rd. Influence of Controlled Substance Industrial Way Vandalism 8/4 S. Main Ave. Arrest: Shoplifting Alturas Rd....
FALLBROOK – Roy Moosa, president of the Fallbrook Vintage Car Club, recently presented a donation on behalf of the organization to Kim Olsen and Linda Promack, representatives of the Fallbrook Community Student of the Month program. The Fallbrook Community Student of the Month Program was initiated in 1997 by Assemblyman Bruce Thompson and his legislative aide Nan Hampton. The purpose of the program is to recognize outstanding students in the Fallbrook Union High School...
FALLBROOK – Registration for nonprofit SeniorNet’s fall 2010 computer classes will be held on August 24, 25 and 26 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Foundation for Senior Care. The following subjects will be offered: Family Tree Maker, Photoshop Elements, Digital Camera Fun, Beginning Computer, File Management using Windows 7, Windows Live Programs, Open Office Word Processing, Movie Maker and Photo Gallery. The classes begin the week of August 30. Each weekly class lasts two hours and most classes are completed in eight w...
It may be a small, but it is mighty. Nestled in the Fallbrook countryside is a private Christian school whose talented staff has over 300 years of combined experience teaching youth. As Zion Lutheran School prepares to begin the 2010-2011 year, it is with new vision, excitement and a revised structure that places even more importance on providing the opportunity for parents and teachers to communicate to ensure the success of all students. “We want to continue to build r...
Five individuals were arrested on various drug charges pertaining to the narcotics methamphetamine and heroin on Saturday, August 14 when officers with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department conducted a sweep focused on drug use in the downtown Fallbrook area. Two details within the department – the Fallbrook Community Oriented Policing and Problem Solving (COPPS) team and the Gang Enforcement unit from the Vista station worked together to conduct the sweep. “We patrolled areas that residents have told us they hav... Full story
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FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Film Factory has announced the opening of entries for the 2011 Fallbrook Film Festival, to be held April 8, 9 and 10, 2011, at the Ultra-Star Cinemas – River Village Cinemas. The fourth annual festival will again profile short and feature length narrative and documentary films, along with animation and student submissions. Prior festivals have included entries from six of the seven continents and the upcoming event anticipates an enhanced bevy of entertaining showpieces. “We are t... Full story
FALLBROOK – Recently the Fallbrook Republican Women hosted an emotion-packed event to honor local military personnel and their families. Marine veteran Lance Weir and his canine companion, Satine, were very impressive. He told the large audience how important she is to him; for example, when he drops things, especially his cell phone, she picks them up for him. Weir is currently on the staff of Canine Companions. (www.CCI.org/southwest) Shirley Fender, director of Pray...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Democratic Club will hold its sixth annual fall picnic on Saturday, Sept. 11 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Great food, speakers, a silent auction and live music by local guitarist and singer Larry Robinson will entertain guests in an outdoor patio setting at 1815 South Stagecoach Lane. The regular monthly meeting at FPUD on Sept. 2 is canceled in favor of the picnic the following week. Jess Durfee, chairman of the San Diego Democratic Party, will be... Full story
NEW YORK – Joshua Hayek, 6, of Fallbrook will appear in lights on Broadway on Saturday, September 25, as part of the National Down Syndrome Society’s (NDSS) video production to demonstrate that people with Down syndrome can be successfully included in community activities, education and employment. The photo of Hayek, who has Down syndrome, was selected from over 1,000 entries in the NDSS worldwide call for photos. Approximately 225 photographs will appear in a video pro...
The Fallbrook Elementary School District (FUESD) has been given $21,000 by the federal government as part of the Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT) grant. According to FUESD superintendent Brian Jacobs, who shared the news of the grant with the FUESD board of Trustees at their July 19 meeting, the district will use the money towards implementing the district’s technology plan. Assistant Superintendent of Business Services Ray Proctor will be working with district staff to ensure that the most necessary items are p... Full story
Effective August 13, Lt. Mike Barnett assumed command of the Fallbrook Sheriff’s Substation, following the transfer of Lt. Phil Brust to the department’s Emergency Services Division. Barnett, an 18-year veteran of the Sheriff’s department, was most recently in charge of the Special Investigations Division headquartered at the Kearney Mesa main office. Barnett said the transfer to Fallbrook is something he feels very good about. “Fallbrook provides a great opportunity for a l...