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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It’s rare to find someone who hasn’t had at least one teacher who has made an impact on his or her life. We are fortunate to live in a society which produces so many men and women who are willing to spend their careers in a generally underpaid profession, constantly striving to meet often overblown expectations, all too often in working conditions that are, to put it mildly, hardy ideal. For the best teachers, the reward isn’t the salary but the gratification of opening young minds to the world around them, providing them... Full story
After reading the letters by Debby Bodkin and Joe Howard Crews opposing Proposition 75, it’s hard to believe they have read the proposition. Mr. Crews feels the loss of self-governance and the threat of fascism are possible, if not likely, outcomes if Proposition 75 passes. If he had read the proposition he would realize those are the very injustices it is crafted to eliminate. The loss of freedom he is worried about is not new; it is being perpetuated by the unions in which he places so much confidence. It is a well-known f... Full story
As a community we have heard of an event of the most grievous kind: the party on Via Monserate where minors were purportedly given access to drugs and alcohol and men were filming girls in their underwear. The man in last week’s letter to the editor who was supporting this activity has got to be kidding. Even if the kids had to “ask” for the alcohol and pot, it shouldn’t even be available to them. Is not the legal drinking age in California 21? Isn’t marijuana use also illegal in California? Where this man’s rationaliza...
I’m a 16-year-old female who happened to attend the party that “disgusts other parents” [which is understandable for them to feel]. The mother of the 14-year-old adolescent made it clearly evident that she has the mindset just like the under-aged friends of her daughter who occupied the scene. Normally, the parties I attend are hosted when the parents of an “older” teen are out of town for the weekend. But this one that happened on October 8 had 13- to 21+-year-olds lurking around, the men taking pictures and the girls dancin... Full story
I read the opinions regarding the party and all I have to say is that I have been living in this town for over 20 years and I say this is no prank! Fallbrook is known for its “small town” living; well, Fallbrook is not the village that helps raise a child. I went to the mall on Friday night and it was full of youths — doing nothing but cruisin’. Fallbrook has nothing to offer its youth and parents who don’t care because no one wants change. Fallbrook is growing faster and faster every day. We have huge lots sitting empty inst...
Your recent article and accompanying editorial raging against the supposed ‘Pimp & ’Ho’ party that you say occurred was one of the weakest pieces of journalism that I have ever read. Your paper is now the Fallbrook Village Enquirer. Perhaps a white cover is in order. Give us some facts, please, and let us make up our own minds about what happened or should have happened or whatever. You didn’t include any names, addresses, police reports, photos, interviews or anything. There was just hearsay. Apparently, no one from your pu... Full story
Rob Taft and Kristi Butterworth were named Outstanding Senior Boy and Girl before the varsity football game October 28 at Fallbrook High School.... Full story
I think there are two large questions that loom in the minds of some parents: “Why would the parents of children attending the party allow their children to go to the party?” and “Why didn’t the children who attended the party, after finding out what was really going on, call their parents to be picked up?” Perhaps the “real” answer is too scary and threatening to embrace? If parents do not parent: spend sufficient time to stay intimately involved in the lives of teenagers or allow teenagers to “self-direct...
I am appalled and shocked after reading this news story. If the details, as related in print are true, what excuse or explanation can the hosting adults offer for allowing and/or encouraging such conduct in their home? Recent statistics have disclosed the alarming increase of sexually transmitted diseases among our teenagers and parties, such as this, place our children in serious peril. The party’s theme as well as the availability of alcohol and marijuana to under-aged children is disturbing enough, but the mention of (...
Those parents provided in one party everything GOOD parents try to shield their kids from! First of all there was drinking, then drugs (pot smoking) then pedophiles (men taking pictures)!! Investigating? I’d already have them in jail!! They don’t deserve to have children!...
Is anyone paying attention? This society is going to hell in a handbasket. There is plenty to do in Fallbrook besides drink, do drugs and have sex. There are seven-plus schools with baseball fields, football fields, soccer fields, basketball courts, etc. There is a community center, a Boys & Girls Club. There are plenty of sports to play, whether they are organized or just the neighborhood kids playing. They still sell bikes and skateboards. When I was a kid they didn’t have a skateboard park either, but we rode them a...
It would seem this gentleman would have the decency to explain why he was part of a criminal act and observed kids making poor choices. He should be held liable for being there and doing nothing about underage drinking and sexual activity....
After teachers retire they do not stop working. Most retired teachers are found volunteering in the community. During the 2003-2004 year, 66 members of the Fallbrook California Retired Teachers Division 81 volunteered 28,044 hours in the Fallbrook area. Retired teachers throughout California volunteered 2.3 million hours. That saves a total of $38 million for citizens who take advantage of the services. They hope this inspires readers to contact former teachers who had major impacts on their lives and thank them for their...
FALLBROOK — On October 25, at their regular weekly meeting at the Grand Tradition, Fallbrook Rotary heard a presentation from Maxine Allison, a participant in the LEARN literacy program. The literacy program is in need of volunteers who are willing to help adults with their reading and writing skills. “I have been working with a literacy tutor for over two years and my tutor is leaving Fallbrook,” Allison said. “I have made a lot of progress toward by GED but I still have a ways to go.” Allison expressed her hope that more...
FALLBROOK — The Senior Center Thrift Shop is open again and located at 399 Heald Lane (corner of Heald Lane and E. Fallbrook Street). It is currently open from 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday. Phone (760) 728-4498....
BONSALL — Helping put the “magic” in the “Magic of Christmas” charitable event is the Hegardt Group of Banc of America Investment Services Inc. These successful financial advisors are sponsoring one of the elaborate Christmas trees that will be auctioned off to the highest bidder at the Bonsall Woman’s Club’s Fantasy Ball event on December 10 at Pala Mesa Resort. This tree will be expertly decorated by Sue Johnson and coordinated by Mary Mack. The Fantasy Ball is expected to be a fabulous evening that will include dinne...
FALLBROOK — The Fallbrook Republican Women group recently held a festive luau for their annual scholarship fundraiser. After enjoying a delicious meal catered by Chin’s Szechwan Restaurant in Vista, attendees were serenaded with the Hawaiian Wedding Song by melodic crooner and Fallbrook resident Craig Heesch. Currently recording with American Jazz Records, Craig delights audiences with great American standards. Following Craig’s beautiful song, a group of hula dancers coached by local resident Lori Frame performed a few n... Full story
The Fallbrook Village Association (FVA) and the Fallbrook Area Visitors Bureau (FAVB) is pleased to announce that the designs submitted by Eric Thompson of Fallbrook were the best fit for the “Find Fallbrook” marketing concept. Eric is a Fallbrook High School and Palomar graduate who is now the principal owner and creative lead of his own company, Etho Design. The original call for entries was released in June to the Fallbrook community. Many wonderful and diverse designs were submitted by local professional graphic des... Full story
North County Disabled Services is seeking support from local organizations for the purchase of handcycles to be used at local schools and in extracurricular activities. If you or your organization can help, call Jerry at (760) 468-2397....
FALLBROOK — The Board of Directors for Fallbrook’s Angel Society met on October 27 and approved grants to several nonprofit organizations that support the needs of our community. Funds were awarded to the following organizations: • REINS, to support weekly therapeutic horseback rising lessons for disabled children and adults. • Phyllis Sweeney’s Encouragement Factor, for assistance to people in crisis, grief and trauma. • Canine Companion for Independence, to provide highly trained assistance dogs. • Fallbrook High School g... Full story
The People to People free employment service staff and board recently recognized 18 years of dedicated service by presenting a plaque to Ms. Dorothy Dubequil....
The Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce Sundowner was held at Joe’s Car Studio, owned by David Bergeron. Food was provided by Sweet Leilani’s, owned by Frank Westall. 2005 Chamber President Stan Neiman announced the results of the recent election of president elect and five directors. Phil Delaney was elected president, to become president elect in 2007; current President Elect Bud Suttliff will be president in 2006; and the new directors elected were Jan McCormick, Rebecca Eastom, Bryan Perrin, Frank Hopkins and Tom Sarette. Sup... Full story
FALLBROOK — The Fallbrook Kiwanis Club, now in its 34th year, was organized in 1971 with Paul Stiles serving as charter member. He has also served in many board positions. The current president is Cathy Kerley, principal of La Paloma Elementary School. Mrs. Kerley has been a teacher for 22 years and in administration for nine years. She is a member of Kiwanis because of the International Organizations role of providing educational opportunities for the children of the world. Other members celebrating the Kiwanis Club’s 34th a...
The November board meeting for the Fallbrook Public Utility District will be combined with the December meeting in order to accommodate the upcoming holiday season. That meeting will be Monday, Dec. 12, beginning at 4 p.m. at the district office, 990 E. Mission Road. A public hearing will also be held during that meeting when customers can voice opinions or concerns with the district’s Urban Water Management Plan. The 100-plus-page document is a requirement all urban water suppliers must submit to the Department of Water R... Full story
The county’s general fund and not the Community Enhancement program funded by the Transient Occupancy Tax will be the source for refunds of Transient Occupancy Tax payments which had not been property authorized. The 5-0 Board of Supervisors vote October 18 establishes $1 million from the 2004-05 general fund balance for a TOT refund account which will be maintained by the Office of the Treasurer-Tax Collector. The supervisors also approved an outreach plan in which the Office of the Treasurer-Tax Collector will work with h...
