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Fallbrook, CA – Silvergate Fallbrook, the region's premier senior living community, opened its doors to local seniors and prospective residents for a festive "Taste of the Tropics" Luau event on Wednesday, October 17, 2024. The tropical-themed celebration provided attendees with a unique opportunity to experience one of the many events on Silvergate's active social calendar, while discovering how easily social connections are made in a retirement community setting. Numerous s...
Autumn is a busy season outdoors, with many changes in the landscape and wildlands of nature. Trees are starting to slow down in preparation for the coming cooler season. Deciduous trees are beginning to change the colors of their leaves, adding a splash of fall with the redbuds, gingko, liquidambar, pistachio, poplar, and many stone fruits like peach, apricot, apple, cherry, and more. Birds are flying south, beyond the border, to nest in the warm climates of Mexico, Central...
Want the greenest lawn and garden in the neighborhood? Synthetic pesticides are a quick fix, but they can lead to toxic runoff and harmful algae blooms (Hint: That's not the kind of green we want). For an eco-friendly green, switch to organic pest control options. Organic pesticides are typically more selective than synthetic pesticides, which means your helpful pollinators won't buzz into harm's way. But don't be fooled –– organic doesn't always mean safe. Find out which fiv...
FALLBROOK – While planning for the future of the Fallbrook Community Forest, Save Our Forest, a committee of the Fallbrook Land Conservancy looked back on how they started and the need to solicit volunteers to insure the future. Youth was the answer. Choosing to speak to horticultural classes was logical. They could become the caretakers of the future. Jackie Heyneman of Save Our Forest and Roger Boddaert, the Tree man of Fallbrook, teamed up to make a presentation to the h...
Achieving organic targets may require creating new markets In April, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration announced California will aim to convert 10% of its cropland to organic agriculture by 2030. Those targets could be a heavy lift in light of recent trends in organic acreage. In 2022, the most recent year with data reported, about 4% of the state’s cropland was organic, and after years of expansion, the share of acreage that was organic had declined for two straight years. Some stakeholders are pushing for the state gov...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Public Utility District’s Community Benefit Program sent contracts to nine local non-profit organizations for 2025 projects, Jim Mendelson, chairman of the committee, announced Oct. 30. According to Mendelson, the one-year contracts, approved by FPUD’s board of directors, allocate funds to improve several local cultural attractions, recreation venues and community access to popular facilities in the area. Each award, according to Mendelson, will contribute to community improvement within the FPUD servi...
FALLBROOK – Residents living in and around Fallbrook can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. Zion Lutheran Church will host this community event on Nov. 26. The site is located at 1405 East Fallbrook St. Screenings can check for: • The level of plaque buildup in your arteries, related to risk for cardiovascular disease, stroke and overall vascular health. • HDL and LDL Cholesterol levels • Diabete...
Last week, Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) joined parents and families of fentanyl overdose victims to unveil a new billboard raising awareness about the deadly drug and smugglers bringing it into the country through the U.S.-Mexico border. “This new billboard in Fallbrook is a constant reminder to drivers about the deadly impact of fentanyl, the lives it devastates, and the alarming amount smuggled into our country,” said Leader Jones. “Everyone must understand the scale of this crisis to save lives...
Devin Zarkowsky MD Claudication: Vascular Leg Pain Claudication is pain, cramping, or heaviness in the legs during physical activity, particularly walking up one of the many hills we have here in Fallbrook. The leg muscles demand more blood flow than the arteries can provide, causing discomfort. This condition is also known as peripheral artery disease (PAD), which occurs when arteries become blocked, typically due to atherosclerosis. Symptoms usually improve with rest,...
Overview Through a new State law, San Diego County implemented the Community Assistance, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) Act program on October 1, 2023. In collaboration with County and community partners, the CARE Act program creates a new pathway to deliver mental health and substance use services to individuals who are diagnosed with schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders and are not engaged in treatment. Families, clinicians, first responders, and others may begin the process by filing a petition with the civil court...
A Cleaner North County, a Fallbrook 501c3 environmental nonprofit, has been here since 2021, making an impact in our community and in the surrounding areas of Fallbrook, Vista, Oceanside, and Bonsall by removing litter and illegal dumping debris. Back in July, 2023, our cumulative weight exceeded 10,000 pounds of litter removed. We are not even at the end of 2024 but as of October, 2024, the cumulative poundage removal has now exceeded 22,800 pounds. Our big project in 2024...
The projected temperature for the first week of November 2024 is near the historical average of mid-70s. If November temperatures turn hot again, Chilli thrips may continue to be a problem. Continue to investigate these pests and treat them if found. They attack new growth, buds, and blooms. Left untreated plants are stressed, often shriveling the end buds, or preventing bud formation. The life cycle of Chilli Thrips is short and includes falling to ground and becoming a grub...
Maven Roofing Company will be repairing the leak on a Sullivan Middle School roof. The Bonsall Unified School District board voted 5-0 October 16 to approve a contract between Maven Roofing Company and the school district for the repairs. The Temecula company will be paid $59,827 for the work. “This is an agreement to provide necessary repairs to our aging facility,” said BUSD superintendent Heather Golly. An inspection determined that several areas of the school have been experiencing leaks which could create sig...
Improving your soil health organically is a sustainable way to boost your garden's productivity without the use of commercial fertilizers. Here are several tips to help you enhance soil fertility and structure naturally: 1. Add Compost Compost is one of the best organic soil amendments. It adds nutrients, improves soil structure, and enhances water retention. You can create your own compost from kitchen scraps (vegetable peelings, eggshells, coffee grounds), garden waste (leaves, grass clippings), and manure. Compost also int...
Submitted by Fallbrook Union High School District Fallbrook, CA, October 15, 2024 -- Fallbrook Union High School District (FUHSD) received a Healthy Meals Incentives Recognition Award for improving the nutritional quality of their school meals. Awarded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) in collaboration with Action for Healthy Kids (AFHK), Fallbrook Union High School District] received the Innovation in the Preparation of School...
TEMECULA - Residents living in and around Temecula, California can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. Grace Presbyterian Church will host this community event on 11/15/2024. The site is located at 31143 Nicolas Road in Temecula. Screenings can check for: • The level of plaque buildup in your arteries, related to risk for cardiovascular disease, stroke and overall vascular health. • HDL and LDL Cho...
The words "First Responders" are two words that are beginning to have a lot of meaning to the Children of the American Revolution. National C.A.R. President Emerson Sites-Byers has put together a significant, foundational program for C.A.R. Societies across the United States, and three local Societies came together to expand their knowledge. On Saturday, October 5th, the Temecula Creek Society, the Red, White, and Blue Society, and the Presidio Hill Society visited with two...
The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office and its community partners are raising awareness around the potential dangers of purchasing hemp-derived products that contain undisclosed levels of THC (the active ingredient in cannabis that causes the high sensation). As the Cannabidiol (CBD) market expands, the risk of encountering mislabeled products is increasing in San Diego County. Smoke shops, gas stations, liquor and wine stores, convenience stores and other major retailers sell hemp-derived food, drinks, dietary, beauty and m...
End stage renal disease vascular access options When kidneys stop cleaning the blood effectively, known as end-stage renal disease (ESRD), vascular access for dialysis becomes essential for patient survival and quality of life. There are several vascular access options available, including central venous catheters, arteriovenous (AV) fistulas, and AV grafts. Each option has its advantages and disadvantages, but AV fistulas are generally considered the gold standard due to...
In just a few days, Lucette Moramarco, Editor for the Village Newspaper (VN) will be moving away. Lucette has had two careers. The first as a preschool teacher and the second job spanned the last 18 years – at the newspaper. A celebration was held in her honor on Tuesday, Oct. 1 in the office lobby. That said, there was a wee delay caused by a minor calamity. As it happened, the electric tea pots knocked out the breaker that powered the computers during the online t... Full story
TEMECULA – Residents living in and around Temecula can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. Grace Presbyterian Church will host this community event on Nov. 15. The site is located at 31143 Nicolas Road in Temecula. Screenings can check for: • The level of plaque buildup in arteries, related to risk for cardiovascular disease, stroke and overall vascular health. • HDL and LDL Cholesterol levels • Dia...
"Dementia is an epidemic,"* primarily affecting the older population. Dr. David B. Reuben, an expert in geriatric care who practices at UCLA Health, explains the crucial facts you and yours need to know. Dementia is a disease defined by: A chronic acquired decline in two of the following areas: • Memory • Reasoning and complex tasks • Visuospatial • Language • Personality Sufficient to affect daily life In individuals 65 years or older, dementia affects 10% of the populatio...
When it comes to dental health, we often hear about the impact of sugar on our teeth. While sugar does contribute to tooth decay by feeding harmful bacteria that produce acid, it turns out that there are other substances that can be even more damaging. Here’s what you need to know to protect your teeth from unexpected threats. 1. Citric acid: The most dangerous acid for your teeth Citric acid, found naturally in lemons, limes, and oranges, is widely used in processed foods and beverages. Despite its natural origins, citric a...
When was the last time you asked yourself "How are you feeling?" It's something we ask others all the time but less often do we ask the same of ourselves. The County's Check Your Mood Day was an opportunity to do just that. Every year during Mental Illness Awareness Week, the county invites the community to get screened for depression and assess their mental health as part of Check Your Mood Day, celebrated the first Thursday of the first full week of October on National...
TEMECULA – As men age, one part of the body that often causes concern due to possible health issues is the prostate. This small gland, located just below the bladder that helps make semen, can be affected by cancer, as well as non-cancerous conditions. Being able to recognize the symptoms of prostate problems will help you know when it's time to see a doctor. Here are symptoms of some of the most common prostate problems in men. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate) This is a condition in which the prostate is e...