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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UPDATE: 11:37 a.m., Feb. 25, 2018 CAMP PENDLETON – A 32-year-old Navy sailor and flight surgeon who died after being struck by a spinning helicopter blade at Camp Pendleton was identified today, Sunday, Feb. 25. Lt. James E. Mazzuchelli was a flight surgeon assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267, Marine Aircraft Group 39, according to a statement issued by military officials. “My heart goes out to our Sailor and his family as we support them through this difficult time,'' Maj. Gen. Mark Wise said. Maz... Full story
Yerry Mendez is a 5-foot-5, 129-pound bundle of energy that powers the Fallbrook High School soccer team and annoys the you-know-what out of opponents. A free spirit with tremendous talent, Mendez likes to win only more than he likes to have fun. Mendez's fun can sometimes come at a rival's expense. "He's the type of guy that will dribble the ball past you, stop it, and dribble the ball past you again and then meg you (roll the ball right between your legs) and go on," said...
FALLBROOK – When Leona Crump made a return visit to Fallbrook this month from her retirement home in Jamul and attended Ann Wade's early-morning Fitness Fusion class, she joined a few friends at the class who proudly admit to being in their eighth decade. Five ladies at the class, which is open to all ages, have been attending workout classes at the Fallbrook Community Center for more than 20 years. Gloria Thies is the most senior member at 89, Leona Crump is next at age 8...
BONSALL - Finally succumbing to the fun and thrill of the sport, several moms joined their kids in the arena at this month's Mudslingers gymkhana riding competition. Gymkhana, or games on horseback, is an action-packed, precision sport that requires speed, dexterity and excellent communication between horse and rider. Bonsall-based Mudslingers shows typically include a selection of six games or patterns, with riders grouped by ability. On Feb. 10, three moms hopped into the...
Although I've lived in San Diego for several decades now, I first learned how to drive a car back in the northeast. In case you haven't heard, it snows in the northeast. It also gets super icy there sometimes. Occasionally it does both at the same time, which is how and why I eventually learned how to turn into a skid. The first time you find yourself skidding on ice and snow, with your back tires going where you absolutely do not want them to go, you are likely to do one...
FALLBROOK – North San Diego County real estate opened 2018 with a whimper after a strong 2017, Jerry Kalman, a realtor® with HomeSmart Legends, reported recently, noting that a surge of new escrows was a bright spot in an otherwise dismal start for 2018. Kalman said that in January the number of escrows started to increase, reaching 80 homes, two-thirds of which came off the market in the month. The average price of all those off the market rose to $667,000 while the m...
FALLBROOK – Feeling secure at home is a priority for many people. Many people consider installing security systems in their homes to improve their sense of well-being. Whether someone owns or rents, individuals may be surprised to learn that do-it-yourself security systems can be savvy investments. The right system can help people protect their belongings and their families, but sorting through the various security systems on the market can be a daunting task. While full-service setups that include professional i...
A reclassification in North County Fire Protection District job positions will allow for paramedic and emergency medical technician personnel who are not also firefighters. The NCFPD board voted 5-0, Dec. 12, to approve the reclassification of the position from safety to non-safety. “In an effort to streamline operations, we’re reclassifying the positions in the ambulance,” NCFPD fire Chief Steve Abbott said. “It’s a salary reduction measure. It’s going to make our operations more efficient.” Abbott noted that the savings wou...
OXFORD, Ohio – Fallbrook resident Lindsey Fox from Miami University’s Project Dragonfly has published an original article titled “Why Are Our Natural Pollinators in Decline?” in Organic Lifestyle Magazine, an online resource for natural health and healing. In the article, Fox looks at how consumer choices are impacting commercial honey bee populations. Fox, a biology teacher for Grossmont Union High School District, is a graduate of Miami University through Project Dragonfly’s Advanced Inquiry Program. As a student in the AI...
The Fallbrook High soccer team put itself in prime position to win the Valley League title when it defeated Valley Center 2-1 in a tight, well-played contest Feb. 7 at Fallbrook Stadium. The victory avenged an earlier loss to Valley Center and stopped the Jaguars' 12-game undefeated streak in which they had nine wins and three ties. Fallbrook, which lost to Valley Center 3-1 Jan. 19, handed the Jaguars their first loss since Dec. 6. The victory on Senior Night improved Fallbrook to 4-1-1 in league play while Valley Center dro...
TEMECULA – The city of Temecula welcomes all car enthusiasts, novice and expert, to attend the annual Temecula Rod Run in historic Old Town Friday and Saturday, March 2-3. The festivities kick off 5-8 p.m. Friday with the “Cruise Around Old Town” up and down Old Town Front Street. The excitement continues the next day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday with the “Show and Shine.” The free annual signature event is one of the longest-running car shows in the West and draws tens of thousands of visitors and classic hot rods for...
FALLBROOK - At about 2:45 p.m. this afternoon (Friday, Feb. 23), a silver sedan collided with a green Ford F150 on East Mission Road at North Orange Avenue. The sedan overturned trapping one person inside and blocking traffic in both directions on East Mission. North County Fire and the CHP responded. The road was cleared by 3:30....
