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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Increase of 5.4% for treated water, 6.6% for untreated supply The water rates and charges for Calendar Year 2016 adopted by the San Diego County Water Authority will, on a countywide basis, increase rates for treated water by 5.4 percent and for untreated water by 6.6 percent. The rates and charges which will go into effect Jan. 1 were adopted by a unanimous SDCWA board vote June 25. "Our water rate increase is very modest. Our goal is to provide the most cost-effective service to our member agencies as possible," said CWA...
Sheriff's deputies assigned to the Fallbrook substation captured a suspect in the early morning hours of Wednesday, Dec. 2, who had reportedly committed four burglaries and two sexual assaults within a few hours. "The deputies did a great job," said Lt. Dan Brislin, who oversees the Sheriff's Dept.'s Family Protection Detail. Michael Anthony Espinoza, 22, of Fallbrook was arrested on charges of burglary, sexual assault, and rape in the incidents. According to Brislin, the first call deputies responded to, at approximately 2:3...
"Christmas is a time of renewal and regeneration for all of us. We reconnect to our Heavenly Father as well as to one another. There is no better way to invest in Christmas than to be in God's house in worship and fellowship." – Pastor Mark Johnson Captivating, spiritually uplifting, and a place for renewal and restoration. Those are just a few words that describe Christ The King Lutheran Church of Fallbrook. Amid the ever-increasing turmoil and uncertainty of the world t...
Jason Nguyen, Katelynn Rowley, and Kim Cabales of Fallbrook Union High School and Makenna Hopson of Oasis High School were honored as the December Students of the Month for the Fallbrook Union High School District (FUHSD) at a special recognition breakfast held Dec. 3 at the Fallbrook Community Center. Emcee Greg Coppock explained to the students and attendees that only four students are selected each month from the high school district's population to receive the award. It...
FALLBROOK – At the dawn of a new year, many adults resolve to make positive changes in the year ahead. But New Year's resolutions aren't exclusive to adults. In fact, New Year's resolutions provide a great opportunity for parents to teach their kids about setting goals and maintaining the discipline necessary to realize those goals. Many adults express a desire to save more money when making their New Year's resolutions. Parents who want to instill financial responsibility i... Full story
FALLBROOK – In an effort to help residents of the Greater Fallbrook Area prepare for the upcoming mega-storms of El Niño, the Fallbrook Public Utility District will hold a free workshop detailing guidelines for protecting one’s property. The much-anticipated El Niño storms are expected to bring record rainfall to Fallbrook and the region. But that water will come hard and fast, and with it, potential flooding. The meeting will outline what these storms will mean for Fallb...
Set aside a few hours to discover holiday shopping in Fallbrook's historic downtown. You'll be glad you did. Plenty of attractive, new merchandise is in the unique boutiques on Main Avenue and the choices are great. There are some new shopkeepers to meet who are willing to discuss today's trends and ideas for that perfect gift. It's easy to get inspiration and make decisions in this low-stress, strolling environment without being jostled by a crowd. In visiting with Sandy...
PALA – Pala Casino Spa & Resort has started construction of a $5.6 million, 10-acre RV resort that will be adjacent to the hotel/casino on Highway 76 in Pala. The RV resort is scheduled to be open to the public in late May 2016. The RV resort will offer 100 full-service sites. Twenty, 30 and 50 amps of electrical service will be available for RVs and trailers from 55 to 70 feet. Seventy-seven will be 20’ x 55’ back-in sites; six will be 20’ x 60’ luxury sites equipped with barbecue grills and 17 will be 20’ x 70’ premium pull...
Sequestered in the leafy Jackson Square Courtyard is Tea Lane – a calm amidst the flurry where diners can delight in teas and cuisine reminiscent of Victorian England. Elaine Lasater and her husband, Terry, are the proprietors of this Fallbrook establishment. The décor takes on a Victorian flair with antiques, Victorian-inspired wall coverings, chandeliers and lace curtains. This intimate restaurant with an air of sophistication glows with twinkling white lights. Subtle classi... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Beautification Alliance (FBA) elected new officers last month. FBA is a non-profit volunteer organization working with community partners to enhance Fallbrook’s visual appeal. It was founded in 2005 as a result of a recommendation from the Fallbrook Revitalization Council to improve collaboration between groups and individuals dedicated to making and keeping Fallbrook beautiful. FBA benefits the Fallbrook community by coordinating efforts and projects...
SAN DIEGO COUNTY - The holidays are a time when family and friends often come together. But for families living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, the holidays can be challenging, especially for a caregiver. This program will address topics including: - Caregiver stress management and self-care. - Ways to adjust holiday traditions and expectations to fit the needs of someone living with Alzheimer's or a related dementia. - Tips to help make the holidays enjoyable for everyone. This educational opportunity will... Full story
FALLBROOK– In an effort to show appreciation to its members, each year the Boys & Girls Clubs of North County proudly provides a delicious Thanksgiving meal for them. This year, club staff and board members helped serve hundreds of members and their families a meal sponsored by Major Market that included turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, and stuffing. In addition to this annual Thanksgiving Feast, members from the Boys & Girls Clubs of North County’s Fallbrook Street Ele...
Authorities located and arrested a woman they have been looking for in a string of thefts during wedding ceremonies. Denise Gunderson, age 50, who also goes by the name of Denise Burns, had been running from authorities for several weeks before she was arrested on Sunday, December 6 in Las Vegas, Nevada. "She was taken into custody on charges of stealing a wallet at a church," said San Diego County Sheriff's detective Lisa Jenkins. "Even though, Gunderson lied about her...
FALLBROOK – The date for the Southern CA Damekor concert of Scandinavian Christmas Music is Monday, Dec. 14, not Thursday, Dec. 17 as they had previously announced. The concert will start at 7 p.m. in the Fireside Room at Pala Mesa Resort. This special concert is free. In addition, Pala Mesa Resort is offering a pre-concert 25 percent discount on meals at their restaurant, Aquaterra, for those attending the concert. Reservations are recommended. Pala Mesa is located at 2001 Old Highway 395....
Craig Enander, 62, died October 17, 2015. He was raised in Fallbrook, worked many years as a chef, and graduated from Mesa College with hopes of being a culinary instructor. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Joan, and two infant sons. He is survived by his daughter, Sarah; sister Carol (Mark) Stevens, and many nieces and nephews. A life celebration will be held in the future....
RIVERSIDE COUNTY - The storm activity that El Nino is expected to spawn this winter could pose a risk to bridges and roads throughout the Inland Empire, and despite efforts to mitigate problems before they occur, it’s doubtful “we can prevent” infrastructure failures, a state official said. “When the water starts moving swiftly through those arroyos, and we start seeing flash floods, infrastructure will be damaged,” California Office of Emergency Services Director Mark Ghilarducci said. Ghilarducci was joined by Bob Fento...
FALLBROOK – Because of the earlier production schedule, the holiday deadline for editorial submissions to the Village News will be as follows: For the issues of Dec. 24, the deadline is Wednesday, Dec. 16 at noon. For the Dec. 31 issue, the deadline is Wednesday, Dec. 23 at noon and the deadline for the Jan. 7 issue is Wednesday, Dec. 30 at noon. The editorial deadlines will return to normal for the Jan. 14 issue, Fridays at noon for the following week's issue. The holiday deadline for Legal notices and Classified ads will b... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Garden Club invites the public to come and join them on Tuesday, Dec. 15, for a rare holiday treat from one of their own members. Susan Guy, floral designer at Fallbrook Major Market, is in the business of creating beautiful floral arrangements and will offer suggestions for the perfect holiday floral gift. The meeting will be held at the Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Lane, at 12:30 p.m., there will be a social time and refreshments, followed by a business meeting with the program b...
FALLBROOK – Berry-Bell & Hall is holding its annual Christmas Memorial Services on Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. Anyone who has loved and lost somebody is welcome to attend this memorial service. Those who missed last year's service because of the weather are also welcome to come. Anyone coming, is asked to email a photo of their loved one to [email protected] for the slideshow. Light food and refreshments will be served afterwards. RSVP to (760) 728-1689 or by email....
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook families have discovered a great extra-curricular organization for their daughters called American Heritage Girls (AHG). AHG is a faith-based character development program for girls in kindergarten through 12th grade dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. AHG Troop CA3125 is the first AHG troop in Fallbrook. It is chartered at Christ the King Lutheran Church. With an emphasis on faith, service and fun, girls choose from over 100 b... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Senior Center will be holding its Christmas lunch on Thursday, Dec. 17 at 11 a.m. at the Fallbrook Community Center. All seniors are welcome to attend the event which requests a suggested donation of $5 per person. For more information or to reserve a seat, call (760) 728-4498....
St. Vincent de Paul is hosting its third annual Event of Appreciation for deserving Marine families from Camp Pendleton on Tuesday, Dec. 15. The event will include dinner and desserts in St. Peter's parish hall, gift bags containing gift cards for each family, and a special visit from Santa for the children. Please assist us in expressing our appreciation for the sacrifices these Marines and their families make for our safety and security. Thirty Marine families will be hosted at this event. Want to participate in this... Full story
The problem with Islam is everyone is asleep in America. We have some unpleasant history with Islam. Here is some history: Our forefathers, like Sam Adams and Thomas Jefferson, found out about their violence, dealing with Muslim pirates on ships in the 1700s. In the 1890s, in the American-Philippines War, we fought again with Muslims. Now, if you think again that Islam is peaceful, please seek the truth by reading the Quran yourself. Here are a few parts of the Quran*: - Chapter 4, verse 24 says its ok to rape a woman, a slav...
Two Fallbrook businesses made my recent experience dealing with a dented bumper much easier. Neiman's Collision Center scheduled me within a few days, made the repair look as if the damage had never happened, and treated me in a professional and courteous manner. Enterprise Rent-A-Car picked me up quickly from Neiman's and within a short time I was on my way home in a suitable vehicle. When I returned it, they took me to Neiman's to pick up my own car. All of the business done at both places was pleasant and hassle free. An...
