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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Sgt. Matthew Bylski, assigned to Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, was the vehicle commander of the ACV that rolled over during training at Camp Pendleton, Calif., according to a statement from I Marine Expeditionary Force. "Words fail to express our sorrow at the tragic loss of Sgt. Bylski; an outstanding Marine and a leader within his platoon," Col. Sean Dynan, commanding officer of the 15th MEU. "The MEU – the Marines who lived, trained, and l... Full story
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FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Masonic Cemetery is holding a free Meet Santa event Dec. 16, 9:30-11:30 a.m. There will be cocoa, cookies and a gift too, 1177 Santa Margarita Road. All are invited to join in a celebration of the holiday season, meet Santa Claus, take a picture and chat with the big man. For more information, call 760-980-0013. Submitted by Fallbrook Masonic Cemetery.... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Monserate Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be offering a free genealogy seminar on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Fallbrook Library. Registration is requested by emailing [email protected] or calling 760-207-9399. Walk- ins will be welcome. Submitted by the Monserate chapter of DAR.... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Boys & Girls Clubs of North County announces the establishment of a brand-new teen center, dedicated to providing a safe and enriching space for teenagers in this community. With the purchase of the building at 205 W. Alvarado, the club's administrative offices will move, opening the current administrative building on 445 E. Ivy St. to be the location of the interim teen center. In the future, the club plans on building a stand-alone teen center and will b...
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom hosted the 92nd Annual California State Capitol Tree Lighting Ceremony alongside special guest Harley Goodpasture – marking the 40th year a child from a Department of Developmental Services (DDS) regional center has helped light the State Capitol tree. Five-year-old Harley, who is the first California Native American child to assist with the ceremony, receives services from the Inland Regional Cen...
The Association of Planning Groups - San Diego County commends SANDAG for their historic vote today to add an Advisory Board Member to represent the residents of the unincorporated areas of San Diego County. This vote by SANDAG recognizes the contributions and importance of the unincorporated area residents to the San Diego Region and demonstrates SANDAG’s commitment to their inclusion and equity mission statement. The population of the unincorporated areas is second only to the City of San Diego. The more than 513,000 reside...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Although the Rainbow Municipal Water District and the Fallbrook Public Utility District have detached from the San Diego County Water Authority and will be utilizing the Eastern Municipal Water District for wholesale purchases, the detachment from the SDCWA included an exit fee to be paid over five years and Rainbow and FPUD will retain seats and votes on the CWA board until each district’s final payment is made. The 2024 weighted vote allocations for the CWA member agencies approved during t...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Jennifer DeMeo will be the Fallbrook Public Utility District board president for 2024. The Monday, Dec. 4, FPUD board meeting included the election of the 2024 board officers. A pair of 5-0 votes selected DeMeo as the board president and Don McDougal as the vice president. DeMeo is FPUD’s Subdistrict 3 representative, and McDougal is the director of Subdistrict 4. “I am honored to be chosen again to lead this FPUD board for the next year as we change water wholesalers. Thanks to the work of...
Christine Eastman Special to the Village News. North Coast Church came through for the community again to host the Fallbrook Union High School District's Students of the Month celebration on Thursday, Dec. 7. The proud recipients of this month's awards were Fallbrook High students Ėverly Arwood, Ricardo Rodas and Anthony Wilson. The Oasis student was Jasmine Uresti. One can only wonder how these kids – many of whom started high school online – have been able to flourish the...
FALLBROOK – This was a good month for Karen Langer Baker. She entered pieces in two shows and won an award in each. Her watercolor painting, "Flurry," was awarded first place in Fallbrook Artists Association's December show. It can be seen in the association's new gallery located at 119 N. Main Ave., until early January. The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Her mixed media collage and acrylic painting, "Connections," was awarded second place in E...
Dorothy M. Zenovic, known to her family as Mom, Grandma, or GG, and to friends as Dot or Dottie, passed away at the age of 99 on Nov. 21, 2023, in Escondido, California. Born in River Edge, New Jersey she was the oldest of four daughters of Dalton and Viola (Kroll) Myles. Dot spent her youth and early adulthood in the Rockland County area of New York. She attended college, earning a Bachelor's Degree from the State University of New York at Albany, and returned home to start... Full story
Deana C. Weelborg passed away on Sept. 30 with her husband of 52 years holding her hand. Deana was born in 1942 in Warner Robins, Georgia. Deana was Executing Director of Escondido Girls Club for over 20 years. Deana was Director of Scoring Service for the PGA Golf Tournament at Torrey Pines for over 20 years. Deana and Dean traveled to every state in the U.S. for many years on a motorcycle then, in later years, in a 37 ft. motorhome. They lived in Escondido for 30 years then... Full story
FALLBROOK – Wings of Change is dedicated to educating people about butterflies and their significance in the world. The nonprofit organization also uses plants to create an ecological landscape to restore natural cycles. Its butterfly of the month for December is the southern dogface butterfly (Zerene cesonia), a beautiful species of butterfly found in the southern regions of the United States, mainly in Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. It is known for its striking yellow a...
Liza, left, and Sydnee are a Maltipoo blend and are a bonded pair. Liza weighs 7 lbs. and Sydnee (who is believed to be her mother) weighs 8 lbs. They are very loving and are estimated to be about 2 and 4 years old, respectively. If anyone would like to meet this adoptable duo, they can email [email protected]. Village News/Courtesy photo... Full story
SAN DIEGO – With the holiday season in full swing, San Diego Humane Society reminds pet owners to take precautions to keep their pets safe. Presents, decorations, plants and holiday foods can sometimes be harmful for our furry friends. Here are the top 10 holiday dangers for pets: 1. Christmas trees: Christmas trees can be hazardous, especially for climbing cats. Make sure your tree is secure, preferably in a corner to reduce the likelihood of falling. Keep dangerous o...
Each year, fires occurring during the holiday seasons, claim the lives of over 400 Americans, injure 1,650 more and cause over $990 million in damage. According to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), there are simple life-saving steps people can take to ensure safe and happy holidays. By following some of the outlined precautionary tips, individuals can greatly reduce their chances of becoming a holiday fire casualty. On the first day of holiday fire prevention: prepare to celebrate Inspect holiday lights each year for...
FALLBROOK – Potter Junior High School announces its ongoing commitment to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education through the First Lego League program.With the guidance of Potter's math teacher and robotics coach, Chuck Floto, the school's robotics team is set for another year of thrilling hands-on learning. FIRST LEGO League is a remarkable program that introduces STEM concepts to children aged 4 to 16 through engaging, real-world problem-solving e...
GWINNETT COUNTY, Georgia – Introducing Ben and Mia, children's new best friends, making sign language easy and fun for children to learn. Almost 400,000 children have a hearing disability in the U.S., and they outnumber school interpreters by 41 children to 1 interpreter. Studies show children have a critical period of learning between ages 1 and 5 years where children are ready to acquire new language. This period is riskier for hard of hearing children, as if they don't c...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The Dec. 5 meeting of the Vallecitos School District board included increased compensation of approximately 50 cents per hour for substitute classified employees. The board voted 3-0, with Chris Howells absent and one vacant seat, to approve the revised salary schedule. “This is to bump the pay for our substitute employees,” said Vallecitos School District Superintendent Meliton Sanchez, who is also the district’s chief business officer. The pay for specific groups of classified emplo...
Marita Schauch, ND Special to the Village News Healthy aging is not a myth. Making choices daily to improve your health, no matter what age you start, will pay off as you feel your body’s power propelling you to live a long, healthy life. Let’s explore some healthy aging lifestyle tips and super nutrients that can aid us in living a healthy long, fulfilling life. The foundations Sleep is a major key to health and longevity. Turn off electronics a few hours before bed to prepare for rest. Restful sleep allows the body to rejuv...
