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FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Villa G2011 started Saturday's tournament at City SC San Marcos Copa Revolution Cup strong with a 6-1 win against City SC San Marcos Gold, Aug. 17. With their second game against City SC San Marcos Premier, neither team was able to score goals and it ended in a 0-0 tie. Fallbrook Villa once again punched their ticket to the semi-final on Sunday against Legends FC SD E64. They were a tough team to battle against, but Fallbrook Villa girls ended with the w... Full story
A vehicle careened off Interstate 15 northbound near State Route 76 on Saturday evening, plummeting approximately 300 feet down the embankment, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) is on scene and has recovered a person and paramedics are packaging the patient for transport to Palomar Hospital. CalFire, North County Fire, and CHP are actively working the scene and bright lights were utilized to help find the car and rescue the... Full story
Visible black smoke in town this morning is not from fire, in case anyone is concerned. It is from the VFW smoker, no doubt cooking up some great food.... Full story
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. today suspended his campaign for president of the United States as an independent, telling the media he no longer saw a path forward to victory "in the face of relentless censorship." Kennedy said that following discussions with former President Donald Trump, he has agreed to join forces with Trump in a unity party, which will allow the two to work together on "existential issues," including ending the war on Ukraine, censorship and the childhood chronic... Full story
A grey Honda and a grey Toyota collided today on Fallbrook Street near Elbrook St. in Fallbrook. The accident was reported at 5:06 pm. One woman was transported. The cause of the accident is unknown.... Full story
It’s pretty inevitable living in California, even if your home is not in the path of a fire, you can still be affected by smoke particles released into the air from wildfires. We are seeing wildfires throughout Southern California, and these will increase in weeks and months to come. Particulate matter is the main public health threat during short-term exposure to wildfire smoke, so it’s crucial to protect yourself. Really, it’s about common sense. If you can see the smoke, if you can smell the smoke, chances are the parti...
ORLANDO, Florida – Wildfires are a growing concern, not only for the immediate threat they pose but also for the hidden dangers that can emerge in their aftermath. One such danger is asbestos exposure, a hazardous material often present in older buildings. When these structures burn, asbestos fibers can become airborne, leading to increased health risks for those in the vicinity. Prolonged asbestos exposure is the primary cause of mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer. Early mesothelioma symptoms often include chest p... Full story
A man was hit by a van in the 1400 block of S. Mission tonight at 7:55 pm. It didn't appear he was using a pedestrian crosswalk. CHP was on the scene as well as North County Fire. Paramedics transported the man to a local hospital and the driver of the van was on the scene and being questioned by CHP.... Full story
San Luis Rey Training Center trainer Peter Miller was happy rather than disappointed with a second-place finish in the Aug. 9 Graduation Stakes at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club since Miller had horses which finished both first and second. R Heisman won the 5 1/2-furlong dirt race for two-year-old California-bred horses. Case Hit was second. Miller saddled three horses for that race and Last Call Zondlo finished fifth among the nine horses. "They all fired and ran very well....
FALLBROOK – The 20th annual Fallbrook A Leer/Reading & Family Literacy Project, Cesar Chavez Day of Service & Learning was held on Saturday, July 27 at Maie Ellis Elementary School. With nearly 200 participants, this was another successful day. This annual event holds an important impact on the local community and features Manuel Bernal, president of the Cesar Chavez Foundation, as keynote speaker. He highlighted his personal experiences as a first-generation immigrant, w...
The San Diego County Fair's Student Showcase includes high school and middle school yearbooks. The 2023-24 Sullivan Middle School yearbook was awarded a first-place ribbon at the 2024 county fair. "I'm super excited," said Sullivan yearbook advisor Melissa Ledri. "They did a lot of work," Ledri said. "This helps validate what they did and all the stuff they put into it." The fair's Student Showcase does not have head-to-head judging other than for Best of Class or Best of...
I am a Fallbrook native who graduated from Fallbrook High School in 2006. Thanks to my counselor, Jaime Miramontes. I was able to pursue a college education. Right after high school, I attended CSUSB but dropped out. Four years later, I returned to MiraCosta College to get an associate degree and then pursued a bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies and a Master's in Public Health. After finishing, I got accepted to the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, in their...
Inheriting a property from a loved one can bring with it a lot of complicated emotions and decisions. Do you keep it in the family or sell it? If you choose the latter, there are a number of factors to consider before moving forward. If the property is in probate, there will be a legal proceeding to determine how assets of the estate are handled – and that could take a while. If not, you may be able to move forward with listing the home. Beyond that, you should also take i...
SAN DIEGO – San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister is urging delinquent property taxpayers to pay now or incur more penalties. Last week, his office began mailing 27,295 defaulted tax bills, totaling $189,584,845.88 in unpaid taxes, to property owners who have not paid their prior year property taxes. The Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office sent reminder notices to late taxpayers in May, warning them that they will have to pay more if their taxes go into default. The parcels that remained unpaid will rec...
The Aug. 5 meeting of San Diego County’s Local Agency Formation Commission included approval of a draft municipal service review and sphere of influence update for Oceanside and the Morro Hills Community Services District. The LAFCO board includes two county supervisors, and only one was present during the 7-0 vote which released the draft MSR for public review. LAFCO will also be working with the City of Oceanside, the Oceanside Small Craft Harbor District, and the Morro Hills Community Services District during the public r...
The county's Housing and Community Development Services is opening a waitlist for renters who are interested in living in three new housing developments with dedicated units supporting seniors, low-income families and disabled adults experiencing homelessness. These units are supported by Project-Based Housing Choice Voucher (PBV) rental assistance. Eligible applicants will be selected from the waitlist and, if approved by the landlord, would pay an affordable rent that is...
FALLBROOK – Members, family and friends met at Live Oak Park on Aug. 8 for their annual Summer Picnic and vegetable/fruit contest. Entries included lots of tomatoes, several types of squashes, eggplant, and peaches. The winning categories were tiniest, weirdest, most colorful, funniest, fattiest, prettiest, and a banana look-a-like. A fun time was had by all. Their new season begins with the Sept. 24 general meeting. For further information relating to the club and its a...
ATLANTA –After all of the recent power outages across California, more than 28,000 customers have been affected statewide. Over 10,000 customers have experienced power outages near Lake Tahoe alone. Residents of these areas are encouraged to make sure they’re prepared for the increase in frequency of these power disruptions. Wildfires, severe weather, and other natural disasters are becoming more and more common, with the risk of power outages continuing to increase as well. To help local residents in California stay saf...
TEMECULA – Southwest Healthcare Temecula Valley Hospital has received three American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards for demonstrating commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and fewer readmissions to the hospital. Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke or heart attack, and heart disease and stroke are...
CLEVELAND, Ohio – New Cleveland Clinic research shows that consuming foods with erythritol, a popular artificial sweetener, increases risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke. The findings, from a new intervention study in healthy volunteers, show erythritol made platelets (a type of blood cell) more active, which can raise the risk of blood clots. Sugar (glucose) did not have this effect. Published in “Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology,” the research adds to increasing evidence that...
Good sleep is crucial for overall health and well-being, yet many struggle to achieve restful nights. In a recent video, experts outline key strategies for optimizing sleep quality, with a particular focus on the role of diet. Here’s a comprehensive guide to five foods that can help improve your sleep by boosting melatonin and other sleep-promoting factors. 1. Tart cherries Tart cherries stand out as a natural sleep aid. Research suggests that tart cherry juice or the fruit itself can enhance melatonin levels, a hormone c...
Luella Brotherton, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Aug. 14, 2024, at the remarkable age of 99. Born and raised in Clarion, Iowa, Luella's life was marked by love, dedication, and a spirit of adventure. A graduate of Clarion High School, Class of 1943, Luella moved to Pasadena, California, with a friend, where she later met her husband, Jack, who passed away in 1998. Together, they established Brotherton's Farmhouse... Full story
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ann Myers, 91, on July 31, 2024, in a local hospital. She rests peacefully in the arms of her husband and in the care and love of their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Martha Ann Myers was born on Nov. 22, 1932, in Madera, California to Robert and Ruby Braddy. She attended local schools and went to Fresno State. While in college, Ann met the love of her life, Lowell R. "Rich" Myers. On April 6, 1952, they married in... Full story