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 clearest way into the universe is through a forest – John Muir · The trees, like the longings of faith, stand on tiptoes to peep at the heavens above – Rabindranath Tagore · In the woods, we return to reason and faith – Ralph Waldo Emerson · He who plants trees loves others besides himself – Thomas Fuller · A true conservationist is a man who knows that the world is not given by his fathers but borrowed from his children – John Muir · To plant a tree is to give life to...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Union Elementary School District offered an incredible Thanksgiving break experience with its Free Fall Camp, held from Nov. 25-27 at La Paloma School. This high-energy camp, available free to every family in the district, provided students in grades TK-6 with a unique opportunity for fun and learning, making it a standout offering that many districts don't provide. Over 150 students participated, creating lasting memories during this action-packed t...
FALLBROOK – As the season of gratitude unfolds, the Boys & Girls Clubs of North County hosted its annual Thanksgiving feasts across all eight sites, bringing joy and warmth to youth and their families. This year, with the generous support of Major Market, which donated a substantial one-third of the meals, club families enjoyed an even more special celebration. "Every year we look forward to our Thanksgiving feasts," said CEO Allison Barclay. "The kids really enjoy it, and o...
Dec. 12, 2024: 3:22 pm update: All power is restored to Lake Rancho Viejo. The SDGE Outage map shows that there are still 269 customers out and they should be back with power by 5:30 pm. Communities Affected were: Rainbow/ Rice Canyon/ Pala Mesa Village __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Dec. 11, 2024: 4 pm update: Power has been restored to 2000 homes, leaving 2000 homes still without power, according to... Full story
The Fallbrook Christmas Parade scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7 is the 43rd time the event has been planned, but there is now some uncertainty that it will happen that has nothing to do with the weather. While setting out chairs to save spots has become a tradition in itself, not every sidewalk is wide enough to allow for pedestrian traffic behind the chairs. And that could be a problem. A resident reported to the Village News this afternoon that the Fallbrook Chamber of... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Regional Health District's Community Health & Wellness Center held a Groundbreaking Ceremony, Tuesday, Nov. 25, to kick off a new project which will add solar energy and improvements to the parking lot. This project represents a major step toward sustainability and accessibility for the community. Highlights include: • The installation of a shade structure in preparation for future solar panels and electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. • Resur...
Two years ago, a spark of inspiration ignited in a garage, where a group of friends came together to form what would become Go Scarlet, an all-female rock band with a vision to break barriers and empower women in music. Starting out as a cover band, they faced the typical growing pains of any fledgling group: finding their sound, balancing life's demands, and navigating lineup changes. But through determination and a shared passion for music, they evolved into a tight-knit...
On a crisp Sunday afternoon, Dec. 1, Peppertree Community Park was alive with laughter, creativity, and the sweet aroma of gingerbread. About 20 people of all ages gathered for the neighborhood's beloved annual Gingerbread House-Making event, a holiday tradition lovingly orchestrated by Tracy Daniels. For the past five years, Tracy has transformed this cherished tradition into a heartfelt gift for her friends, family, and neighbors. The preparation begins the day before, as...
Fallbrook High School's girls placed 11th among Division II schools at the CIF San Diego Section cross country meet Nov. 16 at Morley Field in San Diego. Cross country team scores add the positions of a school's first five finishers; the sixth and seventh runners from each team are not scored but can add points to opponents' totals. Fallbrook had 323 points, edging 12th-place Central Union (El Centro) by one point. Bonita Vista had the 10th-place score of 312 points. Sixteen...
Three Fallbrook High School 12th-grade boys concluded their high school cross country careers at the CIF San Diego Section meet Nov. 16 at Morley Field in San Diego. Xavier Charland finished 92nd in the Division II boys race; Alex Lugo had the 106th-place time, and Cruz Arroyo was the 118th runner across the finish line. "The guys that showed up gave me their best effort," said Fallbrook head coach Marco Arias. "Everyone ran to their ability today." The CIF San Diego Section...
SAN DIEGO – San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister is reminding San Diego property owners that they have less than a week to pay the first installment of their property taxes, before they are delinquent, and penalties incur. Property tax payments are expected to generate $9.08 billion dollars for the region, a new record. “The deadline to pay the first installment of your property taxes without incurring penalties is days away – Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024!” said McAllister. “The easiest, quickest, and most secu...
SAN DIEGO – County Fire has developed a proposed plan for addressing the fire and life safety of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects within the San Diego County Fire Protection District. The Interim Fire Protection Guidelines for BESS Facilities are now available on County Fire’s Engage Website, https://engage.sandiegocounty.gov/bess-bestpracticestudy. If directed by the Board of Supervisors, these new fire mitigation, detection, and safety standards by County Fire will serve as interim standards until the adoption...
The San Diego Union Tribune reported that aA former Tri-City Medical Center operating room director was sentenced Monday to four years in state prison after being convicted of burglary and attempting to drug and sexually assault a staff member at her Oceanside apartment. Gary Johnson, 63, was found guilty in August by a Vista Superior Court jury of residential burglary and attempted sexual assault of an unconscious person. Judge Kelly Mok, who delivered the sentence, called the case “shocking and extremely serious” and ord...
The president and vice-president of the Rainbow Municipal Water District board will now be elected at December board meetings. Normally Rainbow’s November and December board meetings are combined, but items related to Rainbow’s detachment from the San Diego County Water Authority and annexation to the Eastern Municipal Water District resulted in a Nov. 19 special meeting which was in addition to the previously scheduled Dec. 10 board meeting. The Nov. 19 meeting included a 5-0 board vote to amend Rainbow’s Admin...
Turn your landscape into a hive of buzzing busybodies with our advice on how to attract bees to your garden. In return, you'll get more flowers, fruits, and veggies on your plants – with the added bonus of doing your part to save some of Earth's most important pollinators. 6 tips to attract bees to your garden When bees bumble around, the main thing they're looking for is food: pollen and nectar, which they get from flowers. They also need water and shelter to live. Provide t...
Gardeners have increasingly been experiencing diseases and critters never before seen in our region. Many are caused by invasive pests hitching rides on planes and ships from faraway regions, often with disastrous results. The changing weather patterns are also contributing to this problem. The Asian Chilli thrip was fostered by unseasonably high fall temperatures – a consequence of our changing climate. This was a problem in my garden which I was only able to minimally c...
It's the "ship-shipping-est time of the year!" And you want to make sure you're not sending someone you love something nobody wants – a harmful pest. The holiday season is back. It's the time when many of us are personally mailing and shipping packages and gifts to faraway family and friends. Or maybe even traveling to deliver presents and bring back home gifts in return. Just remember – don't pack a pest! It can happen. The gifts you send or receive could be carrying hitchhik...
Farm sanctuaries are reshaping how people view and interact with farmed animals, emerging as places that offer safety, care, and advocacy for those animals rescued from industrial farms. Originally established as safe havens for animals in need, sanctuaries like Farm Sanctuary have grown into beacons of compassion, challenging traditional perspectives and advancing humane treatment. Through rescue and rehabilitation, these sanctuaries provide animals with safe, dignified...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Newcomers Club offers a variety of fun and engaging social events and activities designed to foster friendship and enjoy shared interests, as well as the opportunity to explore new and interesting venues and attractions. A highlight of several enjoyable fall activities includes the following: On Oct. 14, the Newcomers Club members visited Julian during the monthly Out and About activity led by Activity Chair Karen Scarpace. The Newcomers enjoyed the i...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Women's Connection invites all men, women and children to attend a Holiday Brunch in the ballroom of the Beverly Mansion at Grand Tradition Estates and Gardens, Friday, Dec. 20, from 10 a.m. to noon, doors open at 9:15 a.m. for shopping. The program will be "Jingle Bell Jukebox" performed by the Neighbor Tones Youth Show Choir which will sing and dance to holiday hits featured in the Jingle Bell Jukebox. It's a show within a show. Meet the happy soda s...
TEMECULA – The Southern California Damekor presents Glade Jul, an annual concert of beloved Christmas music from Scandinavia, at two different locations this year. On Saturday, Dec. 21 at 3 p.m., the group will perform at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 580 Hilltop Dr., Chula Vista, 91910. (619-427-5515). On Sunday, Dec. 22 at 7 p.m., the performance is at Temecula Music Teacher, 27649 Commerce Center Dr., Temecula. The program begins with the traditional Lucia procession and f...
FALLBROOK – Michelle's Place provides a range of no-cost comfort and support services to individuals and families impacted by all types of cancers. Michelle's Place Cancer Resource Center provides a wide range of supportive services to enhance its clients' wellbeing during their cancer journey. From behavioral health support and diverse support groups to rejuvenating practices like Reiki, Yoga, and Tai Chi, it also offers engaging creative arts, sewing, and crafting c...
The County Department of the Medical Examiner received a $600,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety to enhance toxicology data reporting for cases involving motor-vehicle related deaths. The grant program runs through September 2025. Grant funds will pay for toxicologist training as well as method development and validation for newly purchased toxicology equipment. This equipment will be used for the analysis and identification of alcohol and drugs in postmortem specimens from cases involving motor-vehicle...
The Nov. 4 meeting of San Diego County’s Local Agency Formation Commission included an update on the municipal service reviews for the county’s four healthcare districts. The update was a non-voting item. LAFCO consultant Adam Wilson gave the presentation. The last municipal service review and sphere of influence update for the Fallbrook, Grossmont, Palomar, and Tri-City healthcare districts was approved by the LAFCO board in May 2015, and that approval also designated special study areas for possible future action. The Fallb...
It’s one thing to talk about living a healthy lifestyle, but do your daily habits align and contribute to good health? Quiz It’s one thing to talk about living a healthy lifestyle, but do your daily habits align and contribute to good health? Let’s put it to the test. Answer the following questions honestly and check your results below to see how your habits impact your health. Do you smoke? A. Yes B. Sometimes C. No How often do you consume alcohol? A. Every day B. A few times a week C. On special occasions or never What...
