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  • John "Jack" Lester Wiland

    Updated Oct 5, 2023

    Our family had to say goodbye to our hero last month. After a long battle with cancer, John "Jack" Lester Wiland took his last breath on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023. He was surrounded by his family and holding the hand of his best friend and love-of-61-years, Pat. Born Dec. 27, 1940, Jack served as the pitching and football coach for Palomar College athletics following his time at the University of Iowa. He was inducted in the Palomar College Athletic Hall of Fame in both...

  • Town Hall on homeless issue is June 8

    Updated Jun 2, 2023

    FALLBROOK - Supervisor Jim Desmond invites residents to join him and the County of San Diego, the Sheriff's Department, North County Fire Protection, and the Office of Homeless Solutions as they discuss homelessness in Fallbrook., June 8, 5-6:30 p.m. at Fallbrook Library, 124 S. Mission Road “This meeting is essential as we seek a collaborative approach to address this pressing issue. Your participation will be invaluable in finding practical solutions for our community,” said Desmond. If anyone has questions that they...

  • Local superintendents say safety is top priority

    Rick Monroe, Special to the Village News|Updated May 31, 2022

    As the nation mourns the tragic death of 19 students and two teachers at a school shooting last week in Texas, it’s natural for local parents and students to have concerns and questions. Are our schools safe? How can I talk to my kids about something so evil? Regarding safety at local schools, the superintendents at the four local school districts each had comments about its priority. “We can’t provide our students with a high quality education without first ensuring they are safe, and it is a responsibility FUESD...

  • LAFCO extends protest hearing to June 14

    Lucette Moramarco, Associate Editor|Updated May 26, 2022

    Due to an old address being given out for the mailing of protest letters, causing some of the letters to be returned to their senders, the San Diego County Local Agency Formation Commission is extending the deadline for the submission of protest forms on the commission’s earlier conditional approval to expand Fallbrook Public Utility District’s activated functions to include (a) parks and recreation, (b) street lighting, and (c) roads and streets. While LAFCO is holding the originally scheduled protest hearing on May 31,...

  • UPDATE: Husband of missing Fallbrook woman shares his story as search continues

    Kim Harris, Managing Editor|Updated Nov 8, 2021

    UPDATE: Saturday, Nov. 6, 6:20 p.m. Missing Fallbrook woman Elena Roy's husband spoke to Village News in an exclusive interview Saturday, Nov. 6. pleading for the return of his wife who went missing Wednesday, Nov. 3. "The only thing that matters to me is that she shows up, period," Chris Cataldo said, adding that he had been dealing with false reports of her disappearance from "all over town." Cataldo said that Roy, who he said prefers to go by her maiden name Lorea, has had...

  • Man dies in attempt to save woman in 'horrific' ziplining incident

    Kim Harris, Managing Editor|Updated Nov 4, 2021

    A 34-year-old man working a zipline receiving platform in north San Diego County was fatally injured Saturday, Oct. 30, while trying to save a woman who was attempting to hook up on the platform, authorities said. Joaquin Romero of Banning died of multiple blunt force trauma injuries Monday, Nov. 1, after he fell from a receiving platform of a zip line while trying to help the rider, according to the San Diego County Medical Examiner. Romero, who worked at the La Jolla Indian...

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    Fallbrook history is on tap at the Heritage Center

    Updated Jul 8, 2021

    Fallbrook's Outdoor Chess Set, made by the Fallbrook Wood Carvers for the Fallbrook Village Association, depicts local history. Originally meant to be used at Village Square, it is now stored at the Fallbrook Historical Society's Heritage Center....

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    Sheriff's Dept. encourages Fallbrook residents to report illegal fireworks

    Christal Gaines-Emory, Writer|Updated Jul 8, 2021

    As the Fourth of July approaches, many Fallbrook residents have noticed an increase in the usage of illegal fireworks, also known as pyrotechnics. According to Patrol Sergeant William Munsch with the San Diego County Sheriff's Department, complaints about illegal fireworks are more prominent around holidays. "We typically receive more complaints about illegal fireworks closer to the Fourth of July, but we also receive many complaints around New Year's," said Munsch. With 16...

  • Fallbrook Senior Center reopens July 1

    Chloe Shaver, Intern|Updated Jul 5, 2021

    The Fallbrook Senior Center is reopening all activities beginning July 1, with a soft opening already begun on June 15. The senior center provides activities and lunches for Fallbrook and Bonsall residents aged 60 and over, which are daily beginning in July. The take-home lunch program will continue until Dec. 15 for those who wish to join or continue the program. The activities the senior center offers range from physical activities, such as Chair Yoga, Senior Wellness, and...

  • Mesa Fire in Pala

    Mesa Fire chars 350 acres in Pala

    Village News Staff|Updated Jul 4, 2021

    A blaze that charred 350 acres erupted for unknown reasons shortly after 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, off state Route 76, about a mile west of Pala Temecula Road in Pala near Couser Canyon. As firefighters worked to corral the blaze, known as the Mesa Fire, authorities shut down the state highway between Horse Ranch Creek Road and Pala Casino about 4 miles to the east. Due to the "dangerous rate of spread" evacuation warnings were issued with temporary evacuation points opened...

  • Alexis Fieri and Kane Guzman

    Kids flip for swim lessons

    Updated Jul 1, 2021

    The 2021 Swim America Program is sponsored by the Fallbrook Union High School District at the high school pool. The first of the morning 40 minute classes starts at 8:30 a.m.; afternoon classes start at 2 p.m. All sessions are Monday through Friday for one week. Session 4 July 5-9 Session 5 July 12-16 Session 6 July 19-23 Session 7 July 26-30 Session 8 Aug. 2-6 (tentatively scheduled) Additional classes and sessions may be added Adult lap swim: Monday through Friday 12:15-2...

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    Waldron names Fallbrook Food Pantry 2021 Nonprofit of the Year

    Updated Jun 30, 2021

    SACRAMENTO – On June 23, Assemblymember Marie Waldron announced that the Fallbrook Food Pantry has been selected as the 75th Assembly District's 2021 Nonprofit of the Year. The Fallbrook Food Pantry has served low-income and disadvantaged families in Fallbrook and its surrounding communities since 1991. The pantry is open to the community five days a week, and offers a well-balanced selection of food. Its goal is not only to help provision but also to ensure wellness for...

  • Pala Casino Spa Resort commends local firefighters battling Mesa fire

    Updated Jun 30, 2021

    PALA – Pala Casino Spa Resort commends the local agencies battling the Mesa fire that broke out along State Route 76 near Pala Casino June 23. Pala Casino has worked closely with Riverside County Fire Department Battalion Chief Mark Scoville and CAL FIRE Captain Wes Handy to provide support for the agencies. Over the last several days, Pala Casino has provided various accommodations and amenities, including meals for 200 people, 10 hotel rooms, 20 cots, easy-up tents, and more. Restroom access was provided while the fire...

  • FUESD board closed meetings raise questions

    Rick Monroe, Special to the Village News|Updated Jun 30, 2021

    Multiple closed session meetings have been scheduled by the Fallbrook Union Elementary School District the last couple of weeks, but district officials and board members have been mum about what is being discussed. However those discussions seem to involve an “internal complaint” or lawsuit that centers around Caron Lieber. At the board’s June 11 special meeting – to discuss litigation – Lieber was asked not to attend. At the meeting, by a 3-1 vote of the remaining board members, Lieber was voted off the board as...

  • FUHSD adds position to address unconscious bias

    Joe Naiman, Village News Reporter|Updated Jun 30, 2021

    The Fallbrook Union High School District board voted 5-0 June 14 to approve a new position which will provide unconscious bias training. The teacher on special assignment position will formally be called Multi-Tiered System of Support. In addition to providing unconscious bias training, the Multi-Tiered System of Support teacher will implement restorative justice practices. Fallbrook High School is also a No Place for Hate school and the teacher will also support the No Place for Hate program. The teacher will implement...

  • FCPG social media policy set for adoption July 19

    Joe Naiman, Village News Reporter|Updated Jun 30, 2021

    A Fallbrook Community Planning Group policy for social media use involving official planning group matters is expected to be adopted at the July 19 planning group meeting. Due to bylaw requirements the draft policy was presented at the June 21 planning group meeting and a 14-0 vote that night, with Stephani Baxter out of town and not having Zoom teleconference ability, set the July 19 date to vote on the adoption of the policy. "I think it's awesome to see everyone coming together on that," said planning group member Tom...

  • FRHD announces Community Health Contract Grant awards

    Updated Jun 30, 2021

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Regional Health District Board of Directors voted to award $991,975 in grant funding to area nonprofit organizations that provide critical health and wellbeing services to the community, Wednesday, June 9. FRHD began making grant funding available in 1999 when Fallbrook Hospital was leased to a for profit entity. As of this fiscal year-end (June 30, 2021), FRHD will have provided over $12 million in grant funding to date. The new grant awards for the fiscal year 2021/2022 will be distributed...

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    FAA hosts 'Faces on the Streets of San Diego' art exhibit

    Christal Gaines-Emory, Writer|Updated Jun 30, 2021

    On June 26, the Fallbrook Art Association hosted the 'Faces on the Streets of San Diego' art exhibit along with a meet and greet with the artist, Kyle Denning. This exhibit features 27 portraits of homeless people Denning met as he walked along the streets of San Diego. The meet and greet portion of this event allowed the attendees to ask Denning questions about his experiences painting each portrait and getting to know the subjects of his paintings. Denning has enjoyed...

  • Joseph Clevenger

    Clevenger returns to BUSD as superintendent

    Joe Naiman, Village News Reporter|Updated Jun 30, 2021

    Joseph Clevenger was the principal at Sullivan Middle School from 2015 to 2018 before joining the Vista Unified School District as the principal of Rancho Buena Vista High School. Clevenger is returning to the Bonsall Unified School District as the new superintendent. A 5-0 BUSD board vote June 23 approved a contract for Clevenger. He will replace David Jones who has taken an undisclosed position. "I'm thrilled to return to a community that is known for educational excellence....

  • Bicyclist seriously injured on Oak Crest Road

    Rick Monroe, Special to the Village News|Updated Jun 30, 2021

    An east Fallbrook resident is cautioning bicyclists to be cautious on local streets after her husband, Douglas Bailey, 77, was seriously injured while on a bike ride about a half mile from their home on Oak Crest Road, near Rainbow Glen Road, Tuesday, June 15, at about 4:45 p.m. “Apparently he veered to avoid two cars coming from opposite directions and went head over the handlebars,” said Chris Bailey, 74, who said she first thought it was a hit-and-run accident. “He was just left there like roadkill.” The...

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    Mesa fire burns Pala hillside

    Updated Jun 30, 2021

    A water dropping helicopter flies above a charred peak near Pala Casino as crews work at containing the Mesa fire, June 25....

  • CWA approves rate increase, two-year budget

    Joe Naiman, Village News Reporter|Updated Jun 30, 2021

    The San Diego County Water Authority board meeting of June 24 included approval of SDCWA rates and charges for calendar year 2022 and approval of a two-year CWA budget. Fallbrook Public Utility District General Manager Jack Bebee, Helix Water District board member Joel Scalzitti, and Rainbow Municipal Water District General Manager Tom Kennedy cast the only CWA board votes against the $1,693,496,900 budget covering fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23. Bebee, Scalzitti, Kennedy, and San Diego City Council Member Chris Cate were...

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    San Diego's 'Hudson' makes firehouse dog history

    Updated Jun 23, 2021

    BONSALL – Performance K9 Training is presenting the Modesto Fire Department with its new well-being 'tool' to firefighters during an official ceremony Friday, June 25. The event will begin at 10:30 a.m. at Performance K9 Training located at 30924 Mission Road. The 15-minute ceremony will include the official "handing off" of Hudson from his dog trainer and world competitor, David Greene of Performance K9 Training and Thor's Hope Foundation, to his new handler, Captain Ruben...

  • David Schwartz

    Senior center adds two new board members

    Updated Jun 23, 2021

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Senior Center is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to its board of directors, David Schwartz and Matt Obermueller. Both bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the board, which in turn will offer significant assistance as we strive to greatly improve our Center in the next few years. Schwartz was born, raised, and educated through high school in San Diego County. Even before graduating Michigan State University College of...

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    Bobcat spotted in Fallbrook

    Updated Jun 23, 2021

    This bobcat is near the intersection of Willow Glen and Willow Heights Road in the north part of Fallbrook, Monday, June 21....

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