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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RIVERSIDE - Riverside County's anti-DUI operations will be fully funded for another year thanks to a $385,000 state grant, it was announced today. The California Office of Traffic Safety awarded the funds in support of the county's ''Avoid the 30'' task force, comprised of 30 law enforcement agencies that operate within the county, often conducting simultaneous operations to crack down on motorists driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The term ''avoid'' derives from the campaign's goal of encouraging people to...
TEMECULA - A homeless man stepped in front of a Riverside County sheriff's deputy's patrol vehicle today in Temecula and was struck but not seriously hurt, authorities said. The accident happened at 2:30 p.m. on Old Town Front Street, just south of Santiago Road, according to sheriff's officials. A deputy radioed that he was driving on the four-lane road when a transient unexpectedly walked in front of him. The speed at which the deputy was traveling at the time couldn't immediately be confirmed. Neither the lawman or the...
FALLBROOK – Free e-waste recycling and document shredding will be available on Monday, Nov. 12 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Fry’s Electronics in San Diego (9825 Stonecrest Blvd., San Diego, Calif. 92123). This annual event is being sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 739, All-Green Recycling, Cintas Document Management, and KFMB. Early e-waste drop-off will be available in North County on Saturday, Nov. 10 from noon to 4 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Fallbrook, 1405 E. Fallbrook St. All-Green Recycling safely disposes of any a... Full story
Fine dining is defined by a myriad of terms. Pala Casino Spa & Resort’s “Choices, The Buffet,” defines the term in eclectic, but exciting ways – two-hundred to be exact. That’s the number of choices guests have when they step inside the restaurant past a calming water sculpture and into the dining room framed by a view of rugged mountains. In that inviting atmosphere, skilled chefs prepare many dishes on site at various themed stations including Asian, Italian and Mex... Full story
NORTH COUNTY - Jeanne Stuart, a 20-year real estate veteran has returned to Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. “Jeanne is a tremendously experienced Previews Property Specialist and renowned negotiation expert,” said Vista branch manager, Susan Anderson. “She has consistently ranked among the top producing agents, and does excellent work for every one of her clients. I’m honored to have Jeanne with us here at the Vista office.” Stuart’s real estate business has flouris...
FALLBROOK – On Sunday, Dec. 16, the Grand Tradition Estate & Gardens will host it’s first-ever Brunch with Santa in the elegant Crystal Ballroom inside the Beverly Mansion. This holiday event is designed for multi-generational families looking to enjoy the spirit of the season in a Normal Rockwell setting as once experienced in a bygone era. Doors open at 10 a.m. for this three-hour program which will include entertainment by the Full Measure Carolers, Ballerinas from C.A.S.T. Academy of Dance in Fallbrook, s...
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The inaugural Fallbrook Ag Booster Golf Tournament, Dinner and Auction was a great success. It was held on Oct. 19 at San Luis Ray Golf Resort and was attended by many alumni and community members. It was wonderful to see all the 4H and FFA members who came out and showed the quality of the youth we support. It was great seeing the Boosters, 4H and FFA members all working along side one another to put on this great event and fundraiser. There were over 130 donations and more...
FALLBROOK – On Oct. 26, the Iowa Street PTA hosted the fall Harvest Festival which was enjoyed by all with many fun games and even a cupcake walk. Families enjoyed fun fall activities including Frisbee golf, gourd bowling, scarecrow hooping, frog jumping, knock the hat off the pumpkin, corn cob tossing and milk bottle bowling. Even Mr. Gobbles made a guest appearance to the delight of all! The students are also enjoying the relocation of the school’s computer lab w...
FALLBROOK - According to the Daily Pilot newspaper (Costa Mesa/Newport Beach area), a man that was discovered ablaze with flames in a Costa Mesa parking lot was identified by the Orange County Coroner's Office as Randy Hansen, age 49, of Fallbrook. The newspaper said at approximately 5 p.m. on Sunday, November 4, witnesses in the 2200 block of Newport Blvd. spotted Hansen on fire next to his white truck. The bystanders at the scene tried to put out the flames using their own shirts before someone arrived with a fire... Full story
FALLBROOK – On Oct. 17, sixth graders at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School enjoyed an educational presentation from Matt Alles, a licensed professional geologist. Alles, who specializes in geoscience education, spoke about geologists’ tools, the Moh’s Hardness Scale, minerals as building blocks of rocks, rock types, and much more. Alles brought along many samples of minerals and rocks for the students to see, touch, and examine.... Full story
Jack and Bonnie Lamberson are the type of folks you instantly know will put their heart and soul into making a longtime, landmark business into a highly favored destination. It is that reason that residents can prepare to watch and enjoy the good things coming to Fallbrook Golf Club. “We have a lot of plans and we think people will be happy,” Jack said. The Lambersons have a large, loving family and have embraced the 44 staff members at the golf club in the same manner. The...
The Fallbrook Sheriff’s substation is preparing to implement its Holiday Watch program which means patrols through shopping centers will be increased during the upcoming holiday season. Substation commander, Lt. Todd Richardson said, “We are going into a time of year when crime typically increases – which is during the holidays. We will be launching our Holiday Watch program with increased patrols by both deputies and senior volunteers.” Richardson said citizens need to be as proactive as possible in helping prote...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Newcomers Club will celebrate the holiday season with a festive luncheon at its monthly meeting, on Thursday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m., at the United Methodist Church, 1844 Winterhaven Road. Those residents who are new to the Fallbrook area and would like to know more about the Newcomers Club are welcome to attend. There will be a small nominal charge for the luncheon. Those who are unable to attend, but would still like to learn about the Fallbrook Newcomers Club, which is devoted to promoting...
FALLBROOK – California Retired Teachers Association, Fallbrook Avocado Division 81, will meet for brunch on Nov. 14 at 9 a.m. at the Fallbrook Golf Club, 2757 Gird Road. The program will feature Noah Tafolla from the PBS Wonderland series. Tafolla will speak about San Diego neighborhoods during WWII. CalRTA members will be wearing red, white and blue in honor of Veteran’s Day. Brunch is $15/person. Guests and prospective members are welcome. Reserve a space at (760) 728-1092....
FALLBROOK - World War II and Korean War Marine veteran Andrew Genninger, liaison to the Wounded Warrior Barracks at Camp Pendleton for Fallbrook VFW Post 1924 and Marine Corps League Detachment 1207, and Virgil Whitehead; liaison to the Naval Medical Center’s Wounded Warrior Detachment, distributed over 300 jackets to members of the Marine Corps and Navy wounded during October. “The jackets, made at a factory in North Carolina, were a big success in the pleasure they bro...
FALLBROOK - Fallbrook’s Writers Read will feature best-selling author Caitlin Rother at its Nov. 14 free monthly reading of poetry and prose at Café des Artistes, 103 S. Main Ave. Rother will read from and discuss her controversial true-crime thriller, “Lost Girls,” the story of the rape and murder of local teenagers Amber Dubois and Chelsea King by John Gardner. The reading, hosted by the Café des Artistes, begins at 6 p.m. with open mic for poetry and prose. “Lost Girls” chronicles the quest to identify King’s murd... Full story
FALLBROOK – In keeping with the theme chosen by the Christmas Parade committee this year, Camp Pendleton military personnel will cruise down Main Avenue as the combined Grand Marshals. There will be wounded warriors participating, along with local battalion members, in the community’s annual Christmas holiday kick-off. The 1st Marine Division Marching Band and the House of Scotland Pipe Band will perform, in addition to many others. The theme this year, “A Patriotic Chr...
BONSALL – The Bonsall Woman’s Club has announced its 20th Christmas Tea tradition will be held at the Golf Club of California on Thursday, Dec. 13. This year’s theme will be “A Nutcracker Fantasy.” The voices of the Westminster Carolers of San Diego, dressed in their Dickens-era costumes, will be singing as guests enter the clubhouse. The doors open at 11 a.m. Attendees will be able to enter raffle drawings for professionally decorated three-foot artificial trees and wreaths, a variety of floral arrangements and the...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1924 will present an evening featuring the famous country western band ‘The Barnyard Boyz’ on Saturday, November 17, from 6 to 11 p.m. A donation of $10 per person at the door will include entry and an appetizer. A delicious spaghetti bake dinner will be available that evening for an additional $7 per person. The event is being held as a fundraiser to assist the VFW in providing holiday items for local military families. “Come join us for some great music, danci...
FALLBROOK - St. John’s Episcopal Church Thrift Shop, the community’s oldest continuously active thrift shop, made a donation during October to Fallbrook Child Development Center, Inc. a nonprofit established in 1975. The Child Development Center serves provides early education for children ages one to five from low income families whose parents are either working or in school. St. John’s Episcopal Church and its thrift shop endeavors to aid and assist nonprofit groups in th... Full story
FALLBROOK - The Fallbrook Citizens’ Crime Prevention Committee is sponsoring a car wash fundraiser on Sunday, Nov. 18, for the GANAS Mentoring Program’s “Teen GANAS.” Any donation for the car wash will be accepted as the youth are trying to raise money for a field trip of their choice. “We are asking the community to come out and support the industrious efforts of these youth who are trying to earn their own way,” said organizer Pat Braendel. “The GANAS Mentoring Program emphasizes that life isn’t about entitlement, bu...
FALLBROOK – At the Fallbrook Gem and Mineral Society’s monthly meeting on Thursday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m., the guest speaker will be Nathan Renfro, staff geologist at the Gemological Institute of America. Renfro will give a presentation entitled “The Microart of Gems, Uncovering Beauty with Magnification.” He will share incredible images of features and inclusions of gemstones that few have ever seen and none are likely to forget. Following the presentation will be a raffle and refreshments. The meeting will be at 123 W...
People travel far and wide to enjoy Thanksgiving weekend. No matter how people choose to travel, many find holiday traveling to be taxing. The motorist group AAA says that roughly 43 million people travel at least 50 miles from home for the Thanksgiving holiday. With so many people flying the friendly skies or on roads or railways, there is a good chance individuals will encounter delays and some frustration. Minimizing the challenges associated with holiday travel means following a few tips that can make the experience a...
NORTH COUNTY - As the summer heat fades away, the San Diego County Water Authority encourages residents to assess their outdoor watering needs and adjust their irrigation systems to reduce water waste. Plants and lawns don’t need as much water during the winter months. “This is a great time to make sure irrigation systems are working properly and delivering the right amount of water,” said Thomas V. Wornham, chairman of the Water Authority’s board of directors. “Each drop we don’t use today will be available next year when t...
