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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2/30 Alturas Road Vandalism Ammunition Road Grand Theft 12/1 S. Main Ave. Arrest: Vandalism S. Stage Coach Lane Arrest: minor possessing marijuana on grounds during school activities E. Alvarado Vandalism Ammunition Road Take vehicle w/o owner’s consent 12/2 Camino del Cielo Arrest: drunk in public S. Main Ave. Arrest: drunk in public S. Mission Road Commercial burglary 12/3 E. Alvarado Residential burglary Potter St. Commercial burglary 12/4 Del Cielo Este Grand theft 12/5 E. Elder St. Arrest: possession of marijuana E. E...
SAN DIEGO COUNTY – The San Diego Humane Society and SPCA reminds pet owners to consider their pets’ safety when decking the halls for the holiday season. Holiday decorations, seasonal plants, and festive treats can sometimes spell disaster for cats and dogs, and an emergency trip to the vet can quickly put a damper on any holiday celebration. To keep pets safe and healthy during the holidays, the San Diego Humane Society recommends keeping the following tips in mind: Food • Sharing holiday goodies with your f...
More than 900 Christmas trees were given out to the military families of Camp Pendleton during the 6th annual Trees for Troops giveaway at the base’s San Onofre Community Center and Mainside Fire Station, Dec. 2. Trees for Troops is a program that was initiated by the Christmas SPIRIT Foundation in 2005. Each year, the organization reaches out to Christmas tree growers across the United States who then generously provides fresh cut trees to military families. Since its i... Full story
FALLBROOK – Saving a buck is always a good thing. Saving around 70 percent of an SDG&E bill is even better. And getting free money to do it ranks the highest. The Fallbrook Public Utility District recently began construction on a cost-saving solar panel project at its wastewater treatment plant. And with the combination of state rebates and government loans, FPUD is only paying half the cost needed to construct the facility. Once the project is paid off, the district anticipates saving millions of dollars in... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Division 81 of the California Retired Teachers Association (CalRTA) met recently to discuss $2,200 grants that will be awarded to 13 teachers working in Fallbrook schools. Teachers applied for grants to cover the costs of classroom supplies which are not a part of the regular budget, including reading software, global positioning satellites, document cameras and other items to enhance their curriculum....
FALLBROOK – On December 1, Iowa Street School students and staff welcomed four Pearl Harbor survivors and a World War II veteran to their monthly flag ceremony. The event was held to honor those who defended the United States during the Pearl Harbor attack and served during the war. During the ceremony, students delivered speeches about Pearl Harbor and the significant role the guests played. Students were permitted to ask the guests questions about their experiences....
TEMECULA – Grammy award-winning, Rhythm & Blues, soul singer and Broadway star Stephanie Mills will bring in the New Year as the headline performer at Rhythm & Rio’s “Carnevale” on Friday, Dec. 31, to benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children at South Coast Winery in Temecula. Experience an unforgettable evening of exotic samba dancers, strolling jesters, mystic tarot card readers, costumed snake charmers and games of chance. Bid on over 150 enticing items at the popul... Full story
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FALLBROOK– The Fallbrook Beautification Alliance is looking for a person or team of people to serve as coordinator for its annual July Fourth event at the Grand Tradition. A volunteer is sought, however the position could be paid based on a candidate’s resume and experience. The event is a fundraiser for the Beautification Alliance. It offers a variety of activities for children and adults, including a smorgasbord of food and drinks, the highly anticipated Rubber Ducky Race and a closing fireworks show. This year m...
CAMP PENDLETON – On Friday, December 3, volunteers from Fallbrook and the surrounding area provided a Christmas party, gifts, and toys for the Marines of Combat Logistics Battalion 1 and their families. Local residents Joan Hainey, Phil Forbes, MaryAnn Hillery, Nancy McSheehy, Debbie Forbe, Andrew Genninger and volunteers from the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift store were among the volunteer crew. The event was made possible through a coalition of church groups, a Cub Scout...
FALLBROOK – On Jan. 22, the Ninth Annual Fallbrook Cribbage Tournament will be held at the Fallbrook Senior Center, 399 Heald Lane. The qualifying round is 12 games. In the afternoon there will be an eight game consolidation round. The tournament is sanctioned by the American Cribbage Congress. Calavo Growers and Del Rey Avocado Company are donating avocados so every player will come home a winner of some avocados. For more information, contact Obie Weeks at (760) 723-3660, email [email protected] or go to...
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FALLBROOK – Rally for Children proudly announces the disbursement of funds to the following non-profits in the Fallbrook/Bonsall area: Fallbrook Community Student of the Month Program, Boys & Girls Clubs of North County, Fallbrook Garden Club, Fallbrook Music Society, Fallbrook School of the Arts, Bonsall School District, Friends of the Community Center, AAUW Tech Trek, Fallbrook Citizens Crime Prevention Committee, Fallbrook Woman’s Club (Rockin’ with Santa party), Fal... Full story
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FALLBROOK – St. John’s Episcopal Thrift Shop made donations to several local organizations in November. Some of the organizations included People to People, Foundation for Senior Care, Boys & Girls Clubs of North County, St. John’s Episcopal Church, Wounded Warriors Battalion, and the VFW. Representatives from each organization were on hand to receive their checks and expressions of gratitude for their services to the community.... Full story
SAN DIEGO COUNTY – This holiday is the most joyous of all the holidays, but the celebrating and happiness can be destroyed in a moment by fire. This holiday season residents can take a few minutes to prevent a fire in their home. Cal Fire advises everyone to check each string of lights carefully for loose connections, exposed or frayed wires and to use care when attaching the lights to the tree. No one should ever put candles on their tree. Also, candles should be kept away from decorations and curtains. Cal Fire...
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CAMP PENDLETON - Camp Pendleton today was mourning the combat death of yet another one of its Marines in Afghanistan. Staff Sgt. Justin E. Schmalstieg, 28, of Pittsburgh, Pa. died Wednesday in Helmand province, Afghanistan, according to the Department of Defense. Schmalstieg was assigned to the 1st Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company, 7th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force. So far there have been more than 1,300 U.S. deaths in Afghanistan related to the 9-year-old Operation...
As the countdown to the holidays continues, the various communities within Fallbrook’s borders are taking the time to celebrate Christmas with their family and friends. For some, this may mean simply gathering at the home of a loved one, or perhaps taking a trip with friends to make new memories. However, for the residents of the Valley View Mobile Home Park, December 16 marks the beginning of a nine-day celebration with laughter, friends, food, and religious tradition. The C...
The Fallbrook Union High School District board of trustees has agreed to comply with the California School Board Association’s (CSBA) request to review its district operations and whistle blowing procedures. At the board’s December 13 meeting, district superintendent Dale Mitchell presented a report on the transparency of the district’s operations. Board member Bill O’Connor had requested that the board publically view its processes and procedures, as a way to provide the public with the information. It was hoped by the dis... Full story
Sheriff’s deputies responded to a 911 call Thursday, December 9, at approximately 3:30 p.m., informing them that the Chase bank, located at 1091 S. Mission Road in Fallbrook, had just been robbed. “Our deputies responded to the bank and surrounding area,” said Lt. Mike Barnett, commander of the Fallbrook Sheriff’s substation. Bank employees said the suspect, who presented a demand note to a teller, fled the scene on foot after the robbery. “The suspect fled into the parking lot and then behind the Albertsons building,... Full story
While doing a routine patrol of Interstate 15 last week, a Fallbrook deputy made an observation that led to the discovery of a man transporting five kilograms of cocaine with a street value of over $400,000. “That’s a lot of drugs off the street,” said Lt. Mike Barnett, commander of the Fallbrook Sheriff’s substation. Barnett said, according to the San Diego Integrated Narcotics Task Force, “Cocaine is generally sold on the street level in quantities of one gram for $80-100 each. That means the street value of the five kilo...
The Rainbow Municipal Water District (RMWD) board of directors recently approved to consider revising the ratio of fixed monthly rates to the district’s commodity rates to cover expenses. The agenda item was presented at the board’s December 7 meeting after being recommended by the budget and finance committee, which after its meeting on November 7, stated that a $1.9 million deficit shown in the first three months of waters sales necessitates an increase in the fixed rates. According to the meeting’s agenda, the budge...
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FALLBROOK – Family, friends and out-of-town guests gathered at Fallbrook's Living Waters on Dec. 4 to celebrate Jim and Penny Bowles' 50th wedding anniversary. Clark VanWick, senior pastor at Calvary Chapel Bible Fellowship-Temecula, officiated. The groom then led his bride and family in communion. A concert featuring well known recording artist Marty Goetz and his wife, Jennifer, followed the renewal ceremony. Son Jim of Las Vegas, daughter Malinda of Denver, and five... Full story
