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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I’ve been privileged to watch the impact volunteers have had in making Fallbrook the caring community that it is known for. For the past five years, I’ve witnessed it firsthand as a member of the board of the Fallbrook Food Pantry. I’ve been impressed with the level of commitment of the dozens of volunteers who understand the food pantry’s driving motto, “When you’re hungry, nothing else matters,” and are willing to selflessly sacrifice their time to get food into the hands of those who need it. My wife Carolyn is executive... Full story
The Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) – A man who was stabbed when a Los Angeles protest against vaccine mandates turned violent has been released from the hospital, police said Sunday, Aug. 15. The man was stabbed and a news reporter was kicked after a fight broke out Saturday between anti-vaccination demonstrators and counter protesters in front of Los Angeles City Hall. The identity of the man with the stab wound was not released and no information was given about the e...
Diane A. Rhodes Special to Village News After 23 years as a teacher for students with special needs, Cheryl Stark was ready for a change. Stepping away from the classroom, she still wanted to make a positive change in the lives of children with special needs so she founded Exceptional Opportunities Inc., a nonprofit based in Murrieta. "The mission of Exceptional Opportunities is to enable children, with special needs, to be active family members, successful students and...
Eugene Garcia and Christopher Weber The Associated Press QUINCY, Calif. (AP) – Thousands of homes in Northern California remain threatened by the nation's largest wildfire as unstable weather creates a high danger of new blazes erupting across the West. Weekend thunderstorms across the northern Sierras didn't produce much rain, instead whipping up winds and unleashing lightning strikes that bedeviled the more than 6,000 firefighters trying to contain the month-old Dixie Fire a...
Tony Ault Staff Writer This week motorists are advised many area highway projects continue to be underway in the Temecula and San Jacinto valleys and to be extremely careful in the construction areas. The Riverside County Transportation Commission reports that it is continuing to work in partnership with the California Department of Transportation on the maintenance improvement project on Interstate 15 and Interstate 215 near the cities of Temecula and Lake Elsinore. It will improve cleaning and treating bridge decks,...
Tom Krisher The Associated Press DETROIT (AP) – The U.S. government has opened a formal investigation into Tesla's Autopilot partially automated driving system after a series of collisions with parked emergency vehicles. The investigation covers 765,000 vehicles, almost everything that Tesla has sold in the U.S. since the start of the 2014 model year. Of the crashes identified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as part of the probe, 17 people were injured a...
Ashraf Khalil and Josh Boak WASHINGTON (AP) – President Joe Biden's administration has approved a significant and permanent increase in the levels of food aid available to needy families – the largest single increase in the program's history. Starting in October, average benefits for food stamps – officially known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP – will rise more than 25% above pre-pandemic levels. The increased assistance will be available indefin...
Kim Harris Managing Editor American soldiers deployed at the Kabul airport have been shot at and were forced to return fire, killing two, said Pentagon spokesman John Kirby said Monday, April 16. The news of the attacks came shortly before President Joe Biden addressed the nation regarding his decision to withdraw U.S. forces from Afghanistan and the subsequent collapse of the Afghan government. A defiant Biden said that he was faced with a choice between sticking to a...
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Jane Kepley Special to the Village News No matter how much you prepare and how excited you are about your new home, moving will always be a bit stressful. There are endless to-do's and tiring tasks, and once you're finished, there's still unpacking and organizing to be done. Even so, you can take steps to streamline your relocation and minimize problems. Are you planning to move properties soon? Take a look at these helpful tips as you get started. 1. Declutter and donate.... Full story
SAN DIEGO – San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister announced his office will begin mailing defaulted tax bills to property owners who have prior year unpaid property taxes. “We’re sending 2,580 fewer defaulted bills than we sent last year,” said McAllister. “These numbers are a positive sign that our economy is continuing to improve.” The Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office sent reminder notices to late taxpayers in June, warning them that they will have to pay more if their taxes go into default. Those parcels... Full story
FALLBROOK – The students at D'Vine Path are now utilizing their gardening and agricultural skills to begin a new project, producing edible bouquets using ranch grown flowers and herbs to be sold at the Fallbrook Farmer's Market. At D'Vine Path, students are taught vocational skills in multiple different pathways, including agriculture. Students work in the vineyard everyday, carefully maintaining the vines and getting them ready for harvest. The students also work in the g... Full story
Dr. Gary Weitzman Special to the Village News Since the start of the pandemic, 18,703 animals have been adopted from San Diego Humane Society. While those animals are enjoying life in their new homes, there are still millions in shelters across the country – and plenty here in San Diego County – who are waiting for a second chance. National Dog Day on Aug. 26 shines a spotlight on these deserving pets who are ready to become part of a family. Founded in 2004, National Dog Day honors all breeds and aims to raise public awa...
SAN DIEGO – With construction and landscaping activities causing hundreds of natural gas line breaks and emergencies each year in the region, San Diego Gas & Electric marked 811 Day by urging the public to call the free 811 DigAlert service to get underground utilities marked before digging. Underground utilities, including natural gas pipelines, underground electric lines, telephone cables and water lines, are located everywhere, including under streets, sidewalks and private property, sometimes just inches below the s... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Land Conservancy is offering several volunteer opportunities for residents to help enhance the rural lifestyle and natural beauty of Fallbrook. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Tools and training will be provided, but volunteers should bring water and a mask. Trails Committee Work Party – Aug. 21, 8:30 a.m. – All ages and experience levels are welcome to meet at Palomares House, 1815 South Stage Coach Lane, to caravan to the preserves. Old Highway 395 Cleanup – Aug. 22, 8 a.m. – Meet acro...
Chloe Shaver Village News Intern Mae Ellis Elementary School is introducing a new mural, painted on the side of the library. The mural, inspired by the students of the school, showcases the school's diversity and incorporates many Fallbrook landmarks. The mural will be presented at the school's Back to School Night for parents, but was finished before the first day of school for students, teachers, and staff to enjoy. The mural began with students drawing and creating their...
Rick Monroe Special to Village News When is mailbox theft not a crime? When it's not reported. That seems to be the case in Fallbrook, according to Heather Mitchell, crime prevention specialist for the San Diego County Sheriff's Department, recently assigned to the Fallbrook station. "From May 2021 to August there have been zero reported mailbox thefts in Fallbrook," she noted. However, that doesn't mean the thefts are not occurring. "One of the big hurdles with actual crime i...
Rick Monroe Special to the Village News Home prices are continuing to escalate, according to the Local Market Update for July, but there are signs that recent price increases could be leveling. A local Realtor believes Fallbrook is on the road to having a more balanced housing market. It’s all about supply and demand, according to Chris Hasvold, owner of Coldwell Banker Villager Properties. “For the first time in months, there are more listings in July than a year ago July,” the Realtor said. “Yes, it’s still a seller’s...
FALLBROOK – After a summer of fun, the Fallbrook Newcomers Club will kick off its new club year with a Black and White-themed" Welcome Back" event on Aug. 29 at Casa Tiene Vista Winery in De Luz, followed by their first Social Meeting of the year on Sept. 9. Fallbrook Newcomers Club is a non-profit, non-sectarian organization dedicated to promoting friendship among new residents through fun activities, events, and social opportunities in which they all can participate. A...
BONSALL – When the Rotary Club of Bonsall was seeking a community service project, they decided to help the VFW in Fallbrook with outside maintenance and cleanup. For this project, Chris Ingraham, commander of the VFW Post 1924 asked Karen Estes, community service chair for Bonsall Rotary, to help with cleanup on the outside of the facility. The club came out and filled the dumpster with weeds and green waste after hedging, trimming, raking and weeding. Bonsall Rotary P...
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County News Center County of San Diego Communications Office The County began notifying restaurants Aug. 12 of $4.5 million in permit fee refunds for the period of March 16, 2020 through June 15, 2021. The amount, which is the result of a recent settlement in a lawsuit brought by a local restaurant group, is in addition to $118.9 million already provided to restaurants by the San Diego County Board of Supervisors to help offset the impact of California’s stay-at-home and local public health orders. More information on the 6...
Rick Monroe Special to the Village News A smile peeks behind the blue mask of Dr. Wendy Vu, a pediatrician at Fallbrook Family Health Center, as she walks into the waiting room with colorful charts and posters displayed on each wall. Typically you cannot see the smile because the mask covers it. "Hola, ¿cómo estás?" she asks, as she greets her young patient and his mother at FFHC; Vu joined FFHC a little over a year and a half ago. Vu always welcomes her patients with a bright...
FALLBROOK – Life on Earth would not exist without water. Plants and animals rely on fresh water daily, even more than some people may recognize. In fact, survival experts note that a human can survive without food for anywhere from eight to 21 days, but only three days to a week without adequate water. Even though water is such a crucial commodity, many waterways and drinking water sources are under attack. Substances people use every day are turning up in rivers, oceans a...
SAN DIEGO – Many weather experts predict a destructive wildfire season this year. The American Red Cross needs volunteers to help on the ground and blood and platelet donors to roll up a sleeve to maintain a stable blood supply in the face of emergencies. “This year’s wildfire season is already very active and dangerous because of the severe drought and dry woodlands in our area,” Debbie Leahy, regional disaster officer, Red Cross Southern California Region, said. “After several years of record-breaking wildfires, the Red C...
