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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The Murrieta/Temecula Republican Assembly’s (MTRA) next meeting was scheduled to be April 3; however, that meeting and location are now in doubt as a result of threats of protest. According to MTRA president Bob Kowell, their speaker was scheduled to be Pastor Scott Lively from Abiding Truth Ministries in Massachusetts. Pastor Lively’s book, “The Pink Swastika,” has gained the attention and protest of gays and gay activists across the world. “The meeting was to be held at T...
Each week the Village News now features a different Bible passage (or other thought-provoking message relating to faith) so that readers can share their insight and/or opinions. This new, interactive section allows those of various denominations and faiths to participate equally and respectfully, sharing their individual thoughts, commentary, viewpoints and/or insight on particular Biblical verses and themes. All comments and insight shared will also go on the newspaper’s Web site (www.thevillagenews.com) so it can be r...
FALLBROOK — With a week of activities, La Paloma students joined the nation in celebrating Read Across America Day. Librarian Beverly Sherman organized numerous activities beginning on Monday, March 2, coinciding with Dr. Seuss’ birthday. Each day a different state was highlighted and students were encouraged to dress up in clothing representing that state. It seemed that everyone’s favorite dress-up day was Monday, highlighting California and “Native Son” Dr. Seuss. Fl...
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CA Retired Teachers California Retried Teachers North County Scholarship Foundation is offering scholarships to high school seniors who intend to earn a degree in education. Palomar Division 63, North San Diego County Division 45 and Avocado Division 81 join together in an effort to provide scholarships for deserving future teachers graduating from North San Diego County high schools. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of financial need, scholastic record, community services, work experience and letters of recommendation....
PALA — Vivian Banks Charter School, near the Pala Reservation, was host to published author and illustrator Delores De Sio on Read Across America Day. On March 3, De Sio was a guest ‘reader’ at two student assemblies. She read one of her noted children’s books, “Distinctly the Duck.” This special book promotes health and wellness for all youngsters. Notably, the book works to build the self-image of its young readers. After the reading, De Sio autographed and donated copies of “Distinctly” to the school. The event was spons...
FALLBROOK — Four Students of the Month from Potter Junior High were recently honored by the Rotary Club of Fallbrook. Receiving Certificates of Commendation were seventh-graders Ryan Dewhirst and Kathryn Hobbs and eighth-graders Oscar Perez and Veronica Rodas. The students were introduced by Potter Principal and Rotary Club member Dr. Tere Peterson. The students’ parents attended the lunch and award ceremony. Student monthly recognition is an ongoing program of the Fal...
Fallbrook Union High School is busy as ever. In January, new ASB officers were elected and ever since they have been working hard to make this year one which will be remembered for a long time. The new officers are: Wade Colburn, president; Rebecca Prentiss, vice president; Hilary Erbland, treasurer; Tori Kessel, secretary; Johnna Vande Vegte, pep rally commissioner; and Ashley Stalnaker, activities commissioner. Many other ASB offices were also filled. The first event for these new officers was the blood drive which...
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FALLBROOK — The Bonsall/Fallbrook Little League has announced they will hold their second annual Golf Classic on May 8 at Fallbrook Golf Course. The tournament, which begins with a noon shotgun start, features a day of socializing and golf to benefit the 2009 Little League baseball season. Entry fee of $100 includes green fees, golf cart, range balls, a dinner buffet and a lot of fun! Funds raised will help raise funds for scholarships, field upgrades and maintenance as well as general operation of the league. To register f...
Deborah Danko of Willis Allen Real Estate is a professional Realtor and a true advocate for her clients. In the last seven years, Danko has earned a reputation built on trust, respect and reliability. Prior to entering the real estate industry, Danko invested nearly 20 years in computer software development in her role as a director of sales. Her background in the high-tech field includes project management, planning, budgeting, marketing and client relationships. These...
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 March 4 to vacate three open space easements in Bonsall totaling 62.15 acres along with an 0.51-acre development restriction easement. A motion to refund the fees Arie de Jong paid to the county to remove his easement dedication died for lack of a second. “I think it should have been done administratively,” de Jong said. “A person shouldn’t have to pay to get his own property back.” de Jong, through his company ADJ Holdings, LLC, had planned to build a 53-lot subdivisi...
Fallbrook High School field hockey players Kyle Little and Lauren Hughey took part in the Disney Showcase held February 5-7 in Orlando. In addition to giving Little and Hughey additional field hockey competition against opposition from throughout the nation, the Disney Showcase is also witnessed by many college coaches and provides exposure for the players. Little and Hughey were invited to join a team guided by Vista High School coach Gail Petty. The two practiced at Vista High School for approximately one month of Saturday...
VISTA — The Fallbrook Senior Center cribbage team won the monthly Senior Cribbage Challenge held on February 26 at the Vista Elks Lodge. Ed Wozniak won the 46-player match by winning seven out of seven games with two skunks. Second, third and fourth places went to Barb Sacic, Sharon Fly and Mike Hayden, who each had six wins and a skunk. Obie Weeks was fifth with six wins but no skunk. Glenrose Sheffel and Jean Cunningham, the top Oceanside players, were sixth and seventh with five wins and a skunk. The Fallbrook team won 9...
Fallbrook High School senior Brett Jones missed qualifying for the high school wrestling national tournament by one match. Jones won three matches and lost two at the state tournament March 6-7 in Bakersfield. Although only the top eight places are designated, reaching the fifth round in the double-elimination tournament meant that Jones was one of the top 12 from among the 40 wrestlers in the 119-pound weight class. “He had a really good tournament,” said Fallbrook coach Greg Wagaman. Jones qualified for the state tou...
Fallbrook High School won both the boys and the girls distance medley relay races at the Big Dual Invitational meet March 7 at Vista High School. The boys relay team of Ramon Villagomez, Caleb Sumpter, Enrique Rivera, and Uriel Aguirre won their race in 11:34.6 while the girls team of Noelle Garcia, Holly Contreras, Lauren White, and Mercedes Cortes finished first at 14:10.8. “All in all it was a pretty good day for us. We looked good in all events,” said Fallbrook head coach Troy Hamlin. Villagomez put Fallbrook into the...
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On Friday, March 13, the Fallbrook boys’ varsity lacrosse team kicked off their season with a date against the Scripps Ranch Falcons. The 2008 season seemed like a distant memory as the Warriors showed maturity and a drastic increase in teamwork. The game turned out to be a nail-biter as the two teams battled it out until the final seconds of the match. Fortunately, Fallbrook came out as the victors, 11-10. The Warriors began the game strongly with midfielder Devin Dixon w...
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on the recommended 2009-10 annual funding plan for Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships, Emergency Shelter Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS programs. The preliminary recommendations for CDBG funding include Live Oak Park renovations and sidewalks along Ammunition Road and Clemmens Lane. The supervisors’ 5-0 vote March 3 recommends $202,500 to renovate two children’s playgrounds and a picnic area at Live Oak Par...
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