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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The holiday spirit has descended upon the Fallbrook community, and residents are looking for ways to share the cheer of the season with others. David Bean, a local artist who has lived in Fallbrook since 1999, has brought his own spin to the local holiday spirit by creating truly unique holiday ornaments, each capturing a well-known landmark in Fallbrook. Bean, 71, developed his artistic abilities at a young age by drawing and sketching while traveling for work. As a child,...
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The Fallbrook Revitalization Council invited a variety of representatives from the area’s non-profit organizations to discuss the growth and success desired for the upcoming 2011 year, and solicited ideas on how to promote events with the rest of the community, at its November 18 meeting. Gordon Tinker, a board member of the Fallbrook Healthcare District, stated that the district was within 30 to 60 days of finalizing a contract that would bring a dialysis center to Fallbrook. “Members of our community that require dialysis h...
Students in the Fallbrook Union High School fashion department have dedicated themselves to their own version of the 12 days of Christmas by utilizing that amount of time to sew soft, cozy hats for children being treated for cancer at Rady’s Children’s Hospital in San Diego. Working on a dozen Tuesdays after school from 3 to 6 p.m., during open sewing sessions offered as part of the school’s Thrive program, the students have been busy working to meet a holiday deadline. “We w...
FALLBROOK – Four hundred members of the Combat Logistics Battalion 1 from Camp Pendleton will be honored with a “welcome home” from Afghanistan event on Friday, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Live Oak Park in Fallbrook. Civic and community leaders from Fallbrook, Carlsbad, and Vista are sponsoring the holiday event for the battalion and their 200 spouses and children. “This is one small way we can show our appreciation to our service members and their families for the sacrifice they make to our country,” said Organiz...
FALLBROOK – On Saturday, Nov. 27, from 4 to 7 p.m., the Fallbrook Historic Downtown Merchants Association will offer a holiday season kickoff on the intersection of Main Avenue and Alvarado Street. Attractions will include horse-drawn wagon rides, music by the Fallbrook Chorale, lighting of the Christmas tree in the Village Square, and a visit from Santa Claus. Wagon rides run from 4 to 7 p.m. Santa arrives at 5 p.m. Photos with Santa will be available. In a previous issue, the date was incorrectly listed for this...
FALLBROOK – The Potter Jr. High PTA is putting on a holiday bazaar on Thursday, Dec. 2 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Potter Jr. High, 1743 Reche Road. The holiday boutique will include food and raffles in addition to holiday gifts, arts, and crafts.... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Chorale will present a musical program for California Retired Teachers Division 81 at 9 a.m. Dec. 8 at the Fallbrook Golf Club, 2757 Gird Road. Anyone interested in education is welcome. For reservations, call Jewell Roberds at (760) 728-1092 by Dec. 3.... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary is temporarily reducing its adoption fees to $25 per animal to help residents give local homeless animals a home before Christmas. Major Market will host a pet adoption event for the Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary on Saturday, Nov. 27, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 845 S. Main Ave., next to Vince’s Pizza. Lots of kittens, cats, puppies and dogs will be available, weather permitting. For more information, call (760) 685-3533 or visit www.fallbrookanimalsanctuar... Full story
FALLBROOK – Care-Rite Services will be having a food drive to benefit the Fallbrook Food Pantry on Tuesday, Dec. 14, from 9 a.m. to noon at both the Albertsons and Major Market grocery stores in Fallbrook. Donations of non-perishable food items will also be accepted at Hidden Treasures Thrift Store, 504 East Alvarado, Suite 107, through Dec. 14. Store hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Saturday....
As a longtime FLC volunteer and contributor, I’m disappointed at the tone and slant of this article, and especially at the use of such an obviously inflammatory picture of a vicious dog. I’ve walked my dogs every day, responsibly, at Los Jilgueros Preserve for almost 10 years now and have never seen this vicious dog there. Shame on you for negatively representing all dogs this way. Are there irresponsible dog owners out there? Yes. I support a crack down on irresponsible owners who can’t control their dogs. Dogs shoul...
In response to Al Gebhart’s letter, I wish him well, but he seems quite upset at losing his FPUD seat. Gebhart lost previous FPUD elections for the same seat to retired FPUD Director Arne Gunnerson, but he did it then with more courtesy. I am the only California Civil Engineer with hands-on water utility experience to be sitting on FPUD’s Board of Directors. It has been reported, via GM Lewinger (Village News 10/7/10), that staff (a.k.a. management) will receive a 2.5 percent pay raise and hourly paid workers will not rec...
“Take a look at Rainbow and its operation and water rates, and I think you will see we have a pretty good operation.” Well Al [Gebhart], there was a time when Rainbow probably deserved its reputation, but not anymore. As a public agency, we are probably more transparent in our interaction with our customers than most districts. A good example is our customer committees that advise the Rainbow board. Do you have anything remotely like that? Why don’t you explain your deal to sell water to JPower, Inc., which is outside your... Full story
Rainbow Municipal Water District is building a replacement sewage water pumping station (against my vote), known as Lift Station No. 2 at the cost of about $1.5 million. Now the following extracts from their own documents should be considered for coping with a possible sewage spill and avoiding the subsequent fine under the present regulatory enforcement: Document: “Lift Station 2 Replacement,” “Environment” “Even with a timely response there is a minimum four hour timeframe between failure and diverting upstream flow into... Full story
See the posed “trained attack dog” photo on the story of local dog owners who walk their dogs off leash at Los Jilgueros? I was there at the time when the professional trainer arrived for his photo shoot at the preserve. I see now why he was there. All who enjoy the land conservancy with man’s best friend know this is a distorted picture. Let us talk about solutions, not discord. Most other surrounding areas have allocated off leash hours for this large group with an obvious need. With all the land in Fallbrook, none has b...
The new library is a class act. No, it doesn’t fit the ‘Friendly Village’ normal architectural mode, but we needed to add some new ideas to our funky little image, and this building certainly improved that. That being said, I hope that the people in charge of the ‘green’ roof are planning to put a small barrier between the sidewalk and the roofline. It’s way too close and inviting for a certain segment of our population to climb on. Not only will they probably maliciously harm or destroy the plants, but it’s an open invitati...
I have an idea that will bring back hundreds of thousands of jobs to American workers. My idea is to give a tax break to all businesses and corporations who willingly use real human Americans (not outsourced people in India) to do their genuine customer service, rather than using annoying, often infuriating computers that are never helpful, but do succeed in driving us to nervous breakdowns. If a tax break will not do it, then make outsourcing and replacing people with computers illegal. Hundreds of thousands of people would...
At the first of 2009, I wrote to try and find the Torres Family. A gift of cookies and a card for Lizbeth, with money enclosed, arrived at my door just before Christmas 2009. It was from the Francis Family. It has been a whole year with no response; the money never claimed. I will make a donation in the name of the Torres Family to the Fallbrook Land Conservancy. Jackie Heyneman...
Dear Maggie, We can’t thank you enough for your help selling our home. As you know, we were very sad to have to make that decision. You advised us very well. You gave us an honest appraisal of our home, you showed us the comps, and we took your professional advice for the listing price. You had a great marketing plan – the photographer took great photos of our property and you put together a beautiful flyer and video for the Internet. Considering the market, our house sold quite quickly. You were also so patient in t...
Regarding my “Incredible Shrinking Republican Party” letter from a year and a half ago, it’s still true: both in terms of traditional moderate Republicans getting out and being taken over by Tea Party types, who could have some influence on American politics, if they nominate grown-ups, instead of jokes like Sharron Angle and Christine O’Donnell. The trouble with both parties is that they go to Washington and immediately become corrupt. Even Rand Paul, whose father I sincerely admire, has said since being elected he’ll,...
I could not agree more with the recent letter, “Friendly Village Needs More Friends.” Despite the lame excuse of the economy, there is a huge element of Fallbrook residents who are retired, have a constant income, and could come out of their stay-at-home lifestyle and support small business owners in Fallbrook. Having lunch once a week, while checking out the shops, or reserving a monthly special dinner night would help tremendously. More likely than not, our business people live here for the very same reasons that you and...
PALA – The Pala Band of Mission Indians recently announced that Shasta Gaughen, the current Tribal Historic Preservation Officer for Pala, has been selected to be the Tribe’s Environmental Director. “The issues the Pala EPA tackles are a passion of mine, particularly our battle to save Gregory Canyon and stop a landfill from being built in a sacred location,” said Gaughen. “I’m very excited to continue my work for the Tribe in this new position.” Gaughen has worked with... Full story
FALLBROOK – Enjoy the comfort, the beauty of imperfections, the allure of time-worn objects, and the appeal of simple practical living as Bello Lei Salon turns Shabby Chic just in time for the holidays. Now through Dec. 31, Shabby Chic items and handmade creations such as mirrors, frames, kitchen and accessory boards, scarves, hair pins and more will be on display at the Bello Lei Salon. Three local artisans restore, and create Shabby Chic-inspired furnishings and accessories. These women, along with similar local...
FALLBROOK – Joe Littell, a Paul Harris Fellow and longtime member of the Rotary Club of Fallbrook, was named an honorary member by the board of directors of the Rotary Club of Fallbrook at a recent meeting. Making the announcement was past club president Tom Koehler. An honorary member holds the status of a member of the club but is relieved of the payment of club dues. For more information, visit www.fallbrookrotary.org....
FALLBROOK – Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHSI) is proud to announce the opening of their new clinic, The Jack E. Johns Fallbrook Family Health Center. CHSI’s Chief Executive Officer, Jack E. Johns, FACHE, has seen a need in Fallbrook for a one-stop medical clinic where all members of a family can receive quality healthcare in one facility. Administrators say opportunities have come and gone for a new combined location, but the timing was never right. CHSI received $...
