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  • Fatal accident occurs on Interstate 15 at Gopher Canyon

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    BONSALL - On December 19, a wrong-way driver caused a series of crashes on Interstate 15 in the Deer Springs area, including one that killed a 29-year-old active-duty Marine who was thrown from his Harley Davidson, authorities said today. At approximately 6:31 pm several motorists called 911 to report a wrong way driver traveling northbound in the southbound center divide and at times partially in the #1 lane just north of Deer Springs Rd at a slow rate of speed. Shortly after the calls started coming in the vehicle...

  • Breakfast with Santa comes with holiday cheer

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

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  • Car chase ends near Camp Pendleton

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    CAMP PENDLETON - A man led California Highway Patrol officers on a high-speed vehicle chase through parts of four counties today, resulting in his arrest in the Camp Pendleton area. The suspect was taken into custody near the Basilone Road entrance to the Marine Corps installation shortly before 6 a.m., according to CBS 8 News. The news station's Los Angeles counterpart, CBS 2 reported that the man was wanted for an outstanding warrant. The suspect, who was taken down with a stun gun, is reported to have hit speeds topping... Full story

  • Thank you from Fallbrook Historical Society

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    The “Old-Fashioned Christmas” Open House, sponsored by the Fallbrook Historical Society, was a magical event – full of Christmas spirit, laughter, and the smiling faces of delighted children and happy parents. The special attractions for the kids included a visit from Santa Claus, an arts and crafts area with engaging projects, and a clown who created balloon animals on request. Also featured was a spirited program by the Fallbrook High School Madrigals, a big crowd favorite. The extraordinary success of the day wou...

  • Rugby club says 'thank you'

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    On Dec. 15, the Fallbrook Girls Rugby Club (FGRC) held a “Coffee Sales” event at Joe’s Hardware. The FGRC relies completely on fundraising and parent support to pay all expenses, and this is just one of many events that the club holds to bring in cash. As I sat there, watching the coming and going of Joe’s shoppers, I witnessed several people donate money without purchasing any of our items. As well, many Fallbrook folks bought the coffee, hot cocoa, chai, cookies, and t-shirts that we had for sale. All of the people who sto...

  • Thank you to shoppers

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    I would like to thank the customers who shop at Major Market and donate to the Fallbrook Food Pantry. These customers realize that there are hundreds of underprivileged families in the greater Fallbrook area that need help. The flyers hanging from the ceiling of Major Market indicate this. Major Market will be accepting donations until Christmas. Donations can also be mailed or delivered to the food pantry, located at 1042 S. Mission Rd. Call (760) 728-8388 for more information. Frank Russell... Full story

  • It's time for common sense

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    After the Connecticut school shootings, we must face the fact that a few fringe groups, mostly filled with people who are clinically paranoid or have a vested financial interest, have prevented common sense proposals to limit the carnage the insane or criminals can inflict on society. The government’s primary responsibility is to protect its citizens; for too long that responsibility has been blocked by the NRA, gun manufacturers, and crazies who think they need weapons to fight their own government (consider the total a...

  • Democratic Club to meet Jan. 3

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    FALLBROOK – On Thursday, Jan. 3, the guest speaker at the Fallbrook Democratic Club meeting will be Francine Busby. Busby has distinguished herself as a strong advocate for women and girls, public education, and equal opportunity for all Americans. She is the executive director of Run Women Run, a non-profit organization dedicated to electing pro-choice women. Busby has also served as president of the Cardiff School District and previously ran for Congress. Since 2004, she has been in the forefront of the dynamic...

  • Stevens – Beier wed

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    FALLBROOK – October 19 was the wedding day of Kelsey Beier and Joel Stevens. The lovely afternoon wedding was held at Los Willows in Fallbrook. Kelsey is the daughter of Keith and Shelly Beier. She is a graduate of CSULB and is currently employed by Cal a Vie. Joel is the son of Mark and Carol Jo Stevens, and works at Carlsbad Volvo. After a honeymoon in Kauai, the couple is making their home in Fallbrook....

  • Girls rugby receives donation from car club

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    FALLBROOK - The Fallbrook Vintage Car Club recently presented a donation to the award-winning Fallbrook Girls Rugby Club team to assist them in getting off to the start of a new season. The donation will go towards their much needed expenses fund. December 5 marked the beginning of a new season and first day of practice for the club which has twice won the USA Nationals Crown as well as many other local, regional and national competitions. The coaching staff of Marin Pinnell,...

  • Auditions announced for "Wrinkles"

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    FALLBROOK – Curtain Call Company is excited to announce auditions for its spring production of “Wrinkles” (the new “old” musical) written by Greg Evans. Evans, of the “Luanne” comic strip, has written this musical that highlights some of the special things that come along with being old enough to have a few wrinkles. The show will be directed by Eliane Weidauer and produced by Mary Fry. Auditions will be held Jan. 8 and 9, 2013 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1620 S. Stage Coach Lane. Roles are a...

  • "Bah, Humbug!" can be heard at Mission Theater

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    “Scrooge The Musical” is now playing at Fallbrook’s Mission Theater. It was adapted by Leslie Bricusse, from the classic Charles Dickens novel, “A Christmas Carol.” The star character is Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser living in Victorian England. In part of the story, the stingy and bitter Scrooge receives visits from various ghosts, who are major focal points in this specific performance. The phrase “Bah, Humbug!” was the famous remark that Ebenezer Scrooge used to descr...

  • Lighten up a holiday meal with easy changes

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    SAN DIEGO COUNTY - Pie, mashed potatoes, cookies, and carved ham – these are just a few of the popular seasonal dishes people tend to consume more of during the holidays. According to Katie Ferraro, M.P.H., R.D., C.D.E., nutrition expert for TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the nonprofit weight-loss support organization, the holidays don’t have to sabotage a family’s healthy meal planning. “Use parties and family get-togethers as an opportunity to try out n...

  • Marovich: Oasis protected from Mountain Valley situation

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    The National Collegiate Athletic Association ineligibility of athletes from the Ramona Unified School District’s independent study school is not applicable to athletes from the Fallbrook Union High School District’s counterpart according to Oasis High School principal Melissa Marovich. “We, about three years ago, registered with the NCAA,” Marovich said. “We’ve cleared our courses through them. That’s why our students don’t have a problem with that.” In March, the NCAA denied initial eligibility to a women’s water pol... Full story

  • Rotary honors Sheriff's Deputy Klimek

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

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  • Pala Tribe donates $5,000 towards holiday events

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    PALA, CA – The Pala Band of Mission Indians announced Dec. 12 that it had donated nearly $5,000 to organizations and other Indian tribes throughout the North San Diego County region for holiday events and causes. “We are pleased to support the programs of fellow Indian tribes and other organizations this holiday season,” said Robert Smith, chairman of the Pala Band of Mission Indians. “By donating to several organizations, the Pala Band of Mission Indians is able to share the spirit of the season with more groups and m... Full story

  • Lady Warriors fall to Grizzlies

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

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  • Fagrell, Reich, Guerra given all-league honors

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    Three Fallbrook High School boys water polo players were given all-league recognition by the Avocado West League coaches. Seniors Austin Fagrell and Truman Reich received berths on the league’s second team while sophomore Bobby Guerra was an honorable mention selection. “In a competitive league like that it’s tough to get your players recognized when you don’t have the record to back it up,” said Fallbrook coach Bill Richardson. The Warriors’ 2-3 league record placed them fourth in the six-team standings. Fallbrook e...

  • Villa Girls U8 team wins Presidio Cup in soccer

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    FALLBROOK - The Girls U8 Fallbrook Villa F.C team won the prestigious Presidio Cup Tournament after two weeks of inspired play by defeating the San Diego Soccer Club 2 -0 in the tournament finals on December 8. The team only gave up two goals during the tournament and outscored their opponents 9-2. “The two greatest things about these girls are that they play as a team and always give their best effort,” said Coach Brian Mahoney. “A coach couldn’t ask for anything more. I...

  • Warriors win High School World Team Tennis debut match

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    FALLBROOK – There’s a new brand of tennis in town: High School World Team Tennis (WTT). Members of both the girls and boys tennis teams from Fallbrook High make up the Warriors’ team, distinct from the East Avocado league traditional competition, and they celebrated winning their debut match on Saturday, Dec. 8 against the San Pasqual Golden Eagles, 30-25. Although World Team Tennis has existed at the professional level since 1973, it features a new format for high sch...

  • County to investigate 4H/FFA verification measures for rooster limit exemption

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    In September 2011, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors took steps to eliminate cockfighting by approving an ordinance which included a limit on the number of roosters which may be on a property. The amendment included an exemption for approved 4H or Future Farmers of America projects, and the county supervisors also called for a review of the ordinance after one year to determine if changes were needed. On Dec. 4, 2012, the Board of Supervisors directed the county’s C...

  • Master gardeners decorate tree for Balboa Park, military family

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    SAN DIEGO – San Diego Master Gardeners started their holiday season by decorating a tree for the Holiday of Lights in Balboa Park. This wonderful event culminated in a special tree that will be donated to a wonderful Camp Pendleton family to help make the Christmas one to remember forever. The master gardeners said they took their time and energy to make this special tree as a wish come true for a wonderful military family....

  • A Christmas poem from Cal Fire

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, but alas and alack ‘twas no fire screen there! A few feet away stood the holiday tree so majestic, so regal, and as dry as could be . . . Its lights left glowing, what a sight to behold, and the wiring beneath was time-worn and old. Mother was sleeping in flannel of red, and father, in blue, was smoking in bed. The children were restless in their tosses and turns, eac...

  • Rosie Beck

    Updated Dec 20, 2012

    Rosie Beck died peacefully in her home, Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012 at 1:39 a.m. She was 84 years old. She is survived by her husband, Calvin Beck. They had just celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary in November. She is also survived by her four children, Charles, Sidney, Susan and Gary Beck. She also left behind 16 grandkids, 26 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Rosie was born June 4, 1928 in Grosta, Germany. She moved to Logan, Utah at the age of 3. This is... Full story