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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NORTH COUNTY – Real estate investors have many reasons for making such investments, but one of the more common motives behind a decision to invest in a property is the belief that real estate rarely depreciates in value. Though the recent housing crisis might have debunked that myth once and for all, real estate is still widely considered a sound, long term investment, one that many people wish they could afford to make. Those who have already invested in real estate... Full story
FALLBROOK – Pete Hagen has been honored as one of the top producing agents for the months of July at RE/MAX United in Fallbrook. Hagen handled close to $800K in buyer transactions in the month of July. With 14 successful years of experience in the local real estate market, Hagen has a proven record of sales working with both buyers and sellers. To contact Hagen, call (760) 717-8163 or visit RE/MAX United at 1667 S. Mission Road, Suite AA, in Fallbrook...
FALLBROOK - Many questions can arise during the home-buying process. Buyers looking at homes that require a good deal of TLC may wonder who is responsible for the home’s repairs, particularly if such repairs are needed to secure a certificate of occupancy. Depending on the situation, there is no clear-cut answer. There is no perfect home, and things that are acceptable to the current owner may not be acceptable to the buyer who is looking to become the next owner. The h...
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FALLBROOK – Writers Read at Fallbrook Library is pleased to present a favorite at the readings, Steve McDonald, poet and professor emeritus of English at Palomar College. McDonald will be discussing his new collection, “House of Mirrors,” published in May. The reading will be held Tuesday, Oct. 8, in the library’s community room, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., and the public is invited to bring their original poetry, fiction or creative nonfiction to read during open mic. The library is located at 124 S. Mission Road. The next...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Gem and Mineral Society has given a special internship award to Mekayla Bunn in recognition of her efforts during the summer on behalf of the society. A 2009 graduate of Fallbrook Union High School, Bunn is pursuing a degree in geology with a geoscience option at Humboldt State University in Arcata, Calif. After graduation, her goal is to attend the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) in Carlsbad to become a graduate gemologist. This was the...
FALLBROOK – “I enjoyed being out at the game with my Grandpa and cheering on our Warriors,” said sixth grade student Amber Wood. “While the freshman float was going past us, I realized that I am going to be a freshman in a couple years, which is pretty cool.” On Sept. 20, Fallbrook Union High School (FUHS) hosted Del Norte for its Homecoming football game. Although the Warriors lost in a narrow defeat, their hard work was celebrated by many, including students from Wi...
FALLBROOK – Thanks to a donation from the Fallbrook Vintage Car Club, members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of North County will have the opportunity to take part in a RoboTech program. A national Boys and Girls Club program, RoboTech is part of the club’s S.T.E.M. initiative (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) which will help members learn valuable academic skills that they don’t have the opportunity to learn in school. RoboTech offers an easy and fun way for studen... Full story
NORTH COUNTY – Nutritionists often recommend that men and women avoid eating late at night, when a hearty meal or even an unhealthy snack can make it harder to get a good’s night sleep. Dining late at night may also make it harder for the body to break down food, which is then likely to be stored as fat and cause unwanted weight gain. But sometimes a late meal is inevitable. Whether a person wants to catch an early movie before getting dinner, or simply wants to grab s...
SAN DIEGO – A red flag warning signaling a heightened risk of wildfire is in effect for San Diego County's valleys and mountain areas through the weekend. The red flag warning – the most serious fire-related warning issued by the National Weather Service – went into effect at 2 a.m. today and will be in effect through 8 p.m. Sunday, according to the agency. A red flag warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring or will be occurring shortly. Those conditions include strong winds,...
FALLBROOK - Fabulous jazz and the scent of Ruth’s Chris grill were in the air Saturday, Sept. 21 at the Grand Tradition Estate & Gardens. Approximately 700 people took advantage of the opportunity to hear world-class jazz musicians such as Jeff Lorber, jazz harpist Lori Andrews, and Michael Paulo in concert at the facility’s first Signature Grand Tradition Jazz and Wine event. Paulo kicked off his set with a riotous solo on the roof of Grand Tradition Victorian mansion. The... Full story
Sept. 26, 2013 North /South 1. Wicker Gamble/Jane Horgan 2. Lance Eddy/Caron Villalon 3. Marilyn Rumsey/Alan Lasnover East /West 1. Rick Kerbel/Anne Maxfield 2. T J Woods/Lucy Lockwood 3. Carol Diwell/Darryl Diwell...
FALLBROOK – After a few weeks of vacation, California Retired Teachers Association Division 81 will resume meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 9 with a program by the Tremble Clef’s Therapeutic Singers with Parkinson’s disease. About 20 members will perform a variety of music. The meeting starts at 8:45 a.m. at the Hukilau Restaurant at Fallbrook Golf Club, 2757 Gird Road. The group meets the second Wednesday of each month. For reservations, call Bud Roberds at (760) 728-1092....
FALLBROOK – Pinnell Gallery will be highlighting Neill Ketchum’s decorative art furniture with companion paintings. See more of her work at www.NeillFineArt.com. This artist has always used the flora and fauna from the land on which she lives to inspire her work. From trees to bats, the land speaks to her as to everyone. Paintings on various pieces of furniture have been matched with wall pieces which resonate with each other’s mutual themes or color patterns. Eve...
Jean Benson was honored as a County Library volunteer of the year. Benson was not present at the county’s recognition ceremony April 10 but was one of six County Library volunteers honored and one of 32 volunteers throughout the county recognized. “It’s a nice honor,” Benson said. “It was really nice of them to nominate me, and I’m pleased to get one of the spots.” Benson began volunteering for the Fallbrook branch library when the new building opened two years ago. “I retir... Full story
RIVERSIDE - A red flag warning signaling a heightened risk of wildfire went into effect today in Riverside County due to warm, windy and extremely dry conditions, meteorologists said. The National Weather Service alert, due to run from 6 this morning to 6 p.m. Sunday, cautions that ''critical'' combustion risks likely will result from strong Santa Ana winds out of the northeast coupled with humidity levels dipping mostly below 15 percent and possibly into the single digits. The agency expects sustained winds of 20 to 30...
FALLBROOK – Finding a fun way to support one’s favorite non-profit organization is always exciting. The Fallbrook Honorary Mayor race has offered numerous opportunities for just that. The Fallbrook Food Pantry, Fallbrook Land Conservancy, AAUW, and Masonic Cemetery Association all caught the vision of this new plan. They will all receive 20 percent of what their respective candidates earn for the organization. Many events are planned to help the candidates on their way to election, but even more, raising dollars for t...
FALLBROOK – During the month of October, Friends of the Fallbrook Library will be holding a membership drive. Special half-year memberships will be available, which will allow new members to join for a just $8 (general membership) or $13 (patron). The membership will run through April 30, 2014. Longer-term memberships or lifetime memberships will be available as well. In addition to providing funding for books, eBooks, books on tape and numerous special collections which are found at the Fallbrook Library, membership... Full story
FALLBROOK – Community members will gather on Sunday, Oct. 6, to memorialize former Ingold Sports Park general manager John Stotz who passed away on Sept. 14. The event will also include a fundraiser from 3 to 8 p.m., and will include a celebration of life memorial service, live music, food, a beer and wine garden, live and silent auction items for purchase. All proceeds will benefit the Stotz family. John Stotz served the Fallbrook community as the general manager of Ing...
Sept. 5 Sandia Creek Dr. @ Rock Mountain Rd. Petty theft Sept. 16 3700 block Larkspur Ln. Grand theft (firearm) Sept. 19 3500 block Gird Rd. Annoying phone calls Sept. 20 300 block E. Alvarado St. Found narcotics 900 block E. Mission Rd. Arrest: Probation violation Sandia Creek @ Rock Mountain Dr. Vehicle burglary Sept. 21 2700 Los Alisos Arrest (Juvenile): 5150/Mental disorder Sept. 22 1100 block S. Mission Rd. Arrest: Residential burglary; vehicle theft; false ID to officer 900 block Alturas Rd. Petty theft 4100 block Los... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Foundation for Senior Care is pleased to announce its 8th annual gala and fundraiser, ‘Dinner with the Docs.’ Guests will spend an evening with some of Fallbrook’s finest physicians on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at the Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens in Fallbrook. Revelries begin at 5:30 p.m. with passed hors d’oeuvres, no host cocktails and a silent auction. A variety of fantastic items will be available to bid on in the silent auction... Full story
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The Fallbrook Public Utility District, which previously placed sanctions on FPUD board member Archie McPhee for violations of FPUD’s ethics policy and the district’s code of conduct, opted not to take action on any additional potential violations during the Sept. 23 board meeting, but instead will wait until after a hearing by U.S. District Court Judge Gonzalo Curiel regarding McPhee’s allegations. McPhee, who was previously sanctioned for revealing closed session information involving the Santa Margarita River Conjunctive Us...
One of San Diego County’s hottest topics of conversation – the release of inmates from state prisons to county jurisdiction – was discussed Wednesday night, Sept. 25 at Fallbrook Library. “The goal of tonight’s meeting is to find out how this is being handled in San Diego County, especially Fallbrook,” said Pat Braendel, founder and president of the Fallbrook Citizens’ Crime Prevention Committee (FCCPC), which hosted the session. “We have concerns over public safety.” To educate residents, the FCCPC asked Mack Je...
A second trustee has tendered his resignation from the Fallbrook Union High School District (FUHSD). Cliff Sumrall, who was elected to the board in November of last year, stated his last day of service will be Oct. 22. “Mr. Sumrall’s resignation was prompted by his anticipated move to a residence outside of our district boundaries,” said Dale Mitchell, Ed.D., superintendent of FUHSD. In June, trustee Bill O’Connor resigned his position effective Aug. 2 after seven years of service on the board, due to the fact that his res...
