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  • Barbequed tri-tip is what's for dinner

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Fallbrook High School's FFA is serving its famous Tri-Tip BBQ dinners before all home football games. The next home game, which happens to be Homecoming, and dinner is Friday, Oct. 30. Dinner will be served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Ag department, which is located at the east end of the football field. Each meal includes tri-tip, beans, salad, dinner roll & a drink. The price for each dinner is $10. For more information, call the Ag department at (760) 723-6300 ext. 2509 or just show up. This is a fund-raiser f...

  • Tiered beekeeping ordinance approved

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    The county's tiered beekeeping ordinance was approved Oct. 14 and will take effect Nov. 13. A 5-0 San Diego County Board of Supervisors vote Sept. 16 approved the introduction and first reading of the ordinance. The second reading and adoption was scheduled for Sept. 30, but the action included appropriations to fund management programs and appropriations not made during the annual budget approval require four votes. Supervisor Greg Cox was in San Jose on Sept. 30 for the...

  • Retired Teachers Week Nov. 1-7

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    If you can read this letter, maybe you should thank a teacher. The week of November 1-7 is California Retired Teachers Week and we all owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to those teachers who not only taught us but shaped us in our youth. Even after leaving their classroom, teachers continue to have a positive impact on Fallbrook and the surrounding communities. Through their volunteer efforts, Fallbrook Division 81 Retired Teachers have tallied 98,528 hours of activities ranging from assisting in classrooms, driving...

  • SDG&E needs to be stopped

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    SDG&E is at it again. Not only do we have the highest electricity rates in the nation, but they now want us to pay for the cleanup at San Onofre and the 2007 Fires. Since the CPUC rubber stamps their monthly rate increases, we all need to pull together and tell them and the Governor, "Enough is enough!" David Hunt... Full story

  • BookSwap needs donated items

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    The Fallbrook High School Library will be holding a BookSwap during the week of Nov. 16 to 20 and is asking for donations of gently used books, magazines, puzzles and games. Books for all ages are welcome! The BookSwap is an annual event which is an opportunity for our students to get books for free or for trade. Books in the home is an integral part of literacy and in some cases, these books are the first the students have ever owned for themselves. Donations can be dropped off with the security staff in the front of...

  • Leavitt of HomeSmart Legends serves as delegate

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Last month, Jan Leavitt, a broker/Realtor from HomeSmart Legends with offices in Fallbrook and Temecula, was a delegate to the FIABCI International Congress of Residential and Commercial Real Estate Professionals, held in Honolulu and attended by members from more than 50 countries, with a large concentration from Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Taiwan. Leavitt has been a member of FIABCI since 2004 and has participated in FIABCI trade m...

  • Fallbrook guild's quilt show set for Nov. 6 and 7

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Quilt Guild invites all ladies in the area to come out to experience Fallbrook’s fabulous, fun quilt show, auction and gift boutique on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 6 and 7 at Sonrise Christian Church.Over 200 quilts will be on display, along with a special exhibit honoring the Mill Girls of Lowell, Mass. Their boutique will feature handmade gifts and upcycled lace and doily items that were created from donations to the Fallbrook Historical Society. Chri...

  • Villa Girls Soccer holds skills clinic

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

  • Border Protection officers find 150 pounds of liquid methamphetamine in gas tank of pickup

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    SAN DIEGO — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the San Ysidro port of entry found a fuel tank within a pickup truck filled with almost 150 pounds of liquid methamphetamine. "Although it is unusual for us to find liquid methamphetamine, it is becoming a more common occurrence in recent years,” said Pete Flores, Director of Field Operations for CBP in San Diego. “Even more unusual is finding such a large amount. I’m proud of the vigilant officers who stopped this fro... Full story

  • Fallbrook man killed as result of head-on collision on East Mission Road

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    A 77-year-old Fallbrook man has died as a result of injuries sustained in a head-on vehicle collision on Wed. afternoon, October 21, in the 2400 block of East Mission Road. The San Diego County's Medical Examiner Office reported that Joseph Howard Crews passed away in a hospital on Monday night, October 26, after sustaining injuries that included multiple fractures in the crash. NOTE: The Village News has requested more information in regards to this fatal crash from the California Highway Patrol. As soon as information is...

  • A brand new art show at the Z

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    BONSALL – All are welcome to come celebrate the new art at Z Café in River Village. Caroline Benkendorf, Bob Kaler, and Neill Ketchum will be exhibiting from Nov. 2, 2015 through Feb. 1, 2016. It is an exciting collection with some very special media. Kaler, of RTK Fine Art Photography, uses the technique of high dynamic resolution to create the image, then infuses it into aluminum. His background includes many of the techniques he uses today: a surveyor using technical photography, a machinist, and even a worker on the st... Full story

  • Encore Club is "Halloween Happy"

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Encore Club members and guests recently gathered in full costume at the home of a member. Some folks were truly unrecognizable. They were greeted by surprises and laughter, with many wondering "guess who?" This has become an annual event because it is simply so much fun. Encore Club is a social organization, serving residents of Fallbrook, Rainbow, and Bonsall communities. A variety of activities are offered. Some of the upcoming events will include a...

  • County approves Murray Investment Company lease at Fallbrook Community Airpark

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    In June 2002, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved a 30-year lease with Fallbrook Flyers, LLC, for 0.976 acres at Fallbrook Community Airpark. Fallbrook Flyers developed aircraft storage hangars and leased them to airport users. In March 2015, Fallbrook Flyers, LLC, assigned its leasehold interest to Murray Investment Company, LLC, and on Oct. 14, 2015, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved a revised lease with Murray Investment Company. The... Full story

  • Thomas Molloy O'Reilly

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    On October 16, 2015, our beloved Thomas Molloy O'Reilly went into the loving arms of his Creator. He was 89. Thomas (Tim) served with the U.S. Marine Corp in Korea and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. Professionally, he was with Acacia Mutual Life for 32 years. Personally, Tim was fulfilled by his family and took great pride in his philanthropic work with the YMCA, The Kiwanis Club and Goodwill Industries. Tim is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Thelma; his four...

  • Undefeated league season gives Warriors repeat Valley League girls tennis championship

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    Fallbrook High School's girls tennis team was undefeated in Valley League play to give the Warriors their second consecutive Valley League championship. The Warriors won all eight of their league matches. Valley Center and Ramona, which split their matches with each other, shared second place with 5-3 league records. Fallbrook concluded the regular season with a 13-4 overall record. "I'm proud of the girls. They all worked hard and just kind of did what they were supposed to... Full story

  • Rugby decision is grossly unfair

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    Dear Asst. Superintendent Iniguez, I am shocked and saddened that you have come to a conclusion that is neither well-reasoned, nor factually-supported. It appears you have performed a subjective evaluation that has rendered a decision that is grossly unfair to a particular group, and reveals a double standard. Why are only the boy's rugby team and ASB club being quashed, yet the girl’s rugby team and club are free to continue unscathed? There is virtually no difference other than gender. Are you exercising partiality because... Full story

  • Fascinating cultures come alive at Bonsall West

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

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  • Cipriani-Willis to demonstrate at art association meeting

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – Janice Cipriani-Willis will be demonstrating her watercolor techniques at Fallbrook Art Association's general meeting Thursday, Nov. 12, from 5:30 until 8 p.m. An accomplished watercolorist, she began her art education by earning a B.A. in Fine Arts from California State University, Los Angeles. She continued her education by studying with nationally known artists, such as Don Andrews, Gerald Brommer, Frank Francese, and Frank Webb. Cipriani-Willis' current work h...

  • Increase in coyote activity apparent

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    SOUTHERN CALIF. - Officials across Southern California have seen an increase in coyote activity in residential areas and public parks. Coyotes live throughout the region and are often seen year round. Normally, coyotes pose no threat to humans and keep their distance. But if they have access to food and garbage, they lose their fear of humans and can become aggressive. Feeding coyotes encourages them to cluster in busy areas and approach people. The main areas of concern are open park space, hiking trails, brush areas,... Full story

  • Women's Connection holding annual fall fundraiser

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Women's Connection invite all ladies to come and join them at The Grand Tradition for their annual Boutique and Fall Fundraiser scheduled for Friday, Nov. 20, from 10 a.m. until noon. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. for early shopping. Attendees will enjoy bidding on the many silent auction items such as beautiful gift baskets, handcrafted quilts, costume jewelry, and clothing. In addition, there will be raffle prizes and a selection of delicious home b...