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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Donald Parke McLean, Sr., a Fallbrook resident since 1930, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2017. Honorable service in the US Navy, Camp Pendleton Deputy Fire Chief, Fallbrook Pioneer of the Year 2011, Grand Cross of Color for outstanding service to the Rainbow Girls, and the wonderful family he raised with wife Marion Pearson McLean are among his many great achievements. The family invites you to read his full obituary and view Celebration of Life service details... Full story
June Winifred McDowell passed away peacefully on October 11, 2017, after a brief illness. Born July 13, 1933 in Springfield, Mass., to Ida and Alfred Cote, June moved to Fallbrook in 1955 and married Wilburn William McDowell in 1959. She was a homemaker and child care provider. She was known as "Mommy June" to many children. June is survived by her children: Debbie Woodbury, Fallbrook; David McDowell, Valley Center; Cheryl McDowell, Fallbrook, and Karen Harris (Brad), North Carolina; 11 grandchildren: Rob, Janee, Michael,...
When our children were little, we went with family-friendly Halloween décor in our yard and throughout our home. As they aged, they begged for a change in our Halloween routine. They wanted to be the spookiest house on the block, so we delivered. From fog machines and spooky music to a “haunted” graveyard and “haunted” maze we constructed in the garage and driveway, ours was the house that the teens in our neighborhood lined up for. There was a lot of trial and error the firs...
Rainbow's Grange hall is one of two Grange halls remaining in San Diego County, and Rainbow Valley Grange is the only active Grange chapter still in the county. Bill Hitt, who is now 93, has been a permanent resident of Rainbow since 1946 and his family purchased property in Rainbow in 1929. Hitt was part of the effort to build Rainbow's Grange hall in 1947. "That was a long time ago," said Hitt. "I helped. I was one of the many volunteers. It was all done by volunteers. The...
SACRAMENTO – Governor Brown has signed AB 1386, authored by Assemblywoman Marie Waldron (R-Escondido), which will help save the lives of women newly diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer. “Women with newly diagnosed breast or ovarian cancer who are at high risk for having a BRCA genetic mutation often don't get genetic testing, or even a chance to speak with a genetic counselor who would help them weigh the necessity of such a test,” said Waldron, “Genomic testing is vital as it can guide treatment options for these w...
VISTA – Step Nicely Dance is turning the Vista Elks Lodge pink from 2 to 5 p.m. on Oct. 29 to raise funds for women battling breast cancer. The Sunday afternoon event, “Step Up for Breast Cancer,” is a dance fundraiser championed by local North County business, Step Nicely Dance, in partnership with the Vista Elks. As soul line dancers stand up to help breast cancer patients, every step they take will benefit Breast Cancer Angels, a nonprofit organization that financially assists women (and men) undergoing breast cance...
Are you aware that when you read about or hear about news reports of major tragedies, they may be impacting your own life beyond what you may realize? The recent devastating hurricanes, reports of terrible earthquake damage, the threatening military actions in the far east, the too-numerous terror attacks occurring in Europe, the mass shooting in Las Vegas – any and all of these events, no matter how far removed from where you live, can affect each of us in negative ways. We all want to feel safe in our daily lives, but w...
José A. Álvarez County of San Diego Communications Office A higher number of influenza cases is being reported this season compared to last year, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced Oct. 11. To date there have been 221 cases reported this season. A total of 71 cases had been reported at the same time last year. “It’s extremely important that people get vaccinated,” said Wilma Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., County public health officer. “Influenza can generate severe complications, including death, especiall...
Greg Dill Special to the Village News When people shop for a new car, they don’t just buy the first one they see, do they? Probably not. They usually shop around, looking for the best deal they can get on a vehicle that fits their driving needs as well as their pocketbook. Well, it’s the time of year for people to begin shopping around for a Medicare health or drug plan. Medicare’s open enrollment period begins Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7. For people with Original Medicare, meaning that they can choose any doctor or ho...
Gig Conaughton County of San Diego Communications Office The San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the County's new three-year Mental Health Services Plan Oct. 11 that increases spending, improves current mental health programs and adds new ones to help children, seniors, homeless and others who may suffer from mental illnesses or disorders. The approved plan proposes to spend $197.5 million, a $15 million increase, in the 2017-18 fiscal year that runs from July 1 through June 30. The three-year plan... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Library is currently presenting “Paisanos,” a Latino art exhibition. The show opened Aug. 31 and continues through Nov. 3, displaying Mexican paintings and sculpture. A reception for the artists to celebrate the Dia de los Muertos will be held 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 27. The free event will feature music and food, as well as the opportunity to talk with the artists about their work. Everyone is invited to attend the reception. Fallbrook Library is located at 124 S. Mission Road in Fallb... Full story
FALLBROOK – A variety of scarecrows can be seen around Fallbrook this month. Resident Mary Sullivan made one this year to honor Araxy Moosa, "a very important woman in our friendly village who has single handedly united our community by teaching us a wonderful game – Mahjong," she said. The game is played at various restaurants in town on a regular basis and in people's homes. For her Mahjong Queen scarecrow, Sullivan used a "Queen" costume and decorated it with mahjong flo... Full story
Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal Special to the Village News Mature audiences with a grand sense of humor need to see the newest sparkling creation at The Cygnet Theatre. "The Legend of Georgia McBride" is wrapped in feathers and sequins. It is a knock out! Fast paced and energetic from start to finish, this engaging story features true life experiences interpreted by a talented cast. In the past, resident artist Sean Fanning has created some of the most magical set designs...
BONSALL – The Encore Club celebrated their biannual gathering Oct. 7 and welcomed a new business owner to the community. The gathering was Hawaiian luau-themed. Appetizers were served and prizes for the best lei awarded. Sylvia Colton hosted the party at her home in Bonsall. Diane Miersch, new owner and operator of Diane’s Herbs, Flowers and Things (located at 3642 S. Mission Road), shared with club members the many special services and gifts she provides through her bus...
Fallbrook High School's girls cross country team preceded Valley League competition with grade-level invitational meets, and one Fallbrook girl received a medal in each of the final two meets. Gisselle Rivera finished 22nd in the senior race of the Sept. 16 Mount Carmel/ASICS Cross-Country Invitational meet. Hannah Diverde, who did not run Sept. 16, competed in the Sept. 23 Dana Hills Invitational junior race and finished 25th. The top 40 finishers in each Mount Carmel/ASICS...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Pop Warner is part of the Palomar Conference of Pop Warner, and the league offers a Challenger Division for those players and cheerleaders who aren't physically able to participate in the traditional Palomar Conference divisions but want the opportunity to play football or be a cheerleader. These individuals are very inspirational and love the game. The philosophy of the Pop Warner Challenger Division is to provide the framework for local Pop Warner p...
Fallbrook High School’s boys water polo team won its first two Valley League games of 2017. Classical Academy traveled to Fallbrook’s pool Sept. 27 and the Warriors won by a 12-5 margin. A Sept. 28 match against San Pasqual High School at the Del Norte High School pool ended as a 12-10 Fallbrook victory. “Offensively, defensively, we’re getting contributions from a lot of different players rather than just one or two,” Fallbrook coach Bill Richardson said. Fallbrook and Class...
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FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday, Oct. 24 at the Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Lane. The meeting will begin with social time at 12:30 p.m. followed by the general meeting at 1 p.m. During social time members will have the opportunity to check the various sign-up sheets for scheduled trips and garden-related workshops. The scheduled speaker for this meeting is Marilyn McPhie. She will speak on “Garden Lore.” McPhie is presi...
