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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ESCONDIDO – The Howling, Healing, & Harmonies fundraiser is being held to support the animals and programs at the Judith A. Bassett Canid Education & Conservation Center, Oct. 1, 3-4:30 p.m., at Del Dios Old Firehouse, 20155 Elm Lane, Escondido. Guests will meet the center’s wolf, fox and primitive dog ambassadors and learn about coexisting with coyotes and canid-inspired programs to make people better humans. They can also hear about the animals that the center saves and help it save lives in the future. There will be mus...
Julie Reeder Publisher The County of San Diego has settled a wrongful death lawsuit for $1.35 million with the mother of a Mexican National, Marco Antonio Nápoles-Rosales, age 29, who died after being arrested on Aug. 16, 2018, in Fallbrook. According to the Coroner’s report, Nápoles was under the influence of methamphetamine and there were eight officers involved. “No amount is going to be enough to compensate for the loss of a loved one,” said Jesus Eduardo Arias, the family’s attorney, at a press conference Friday, S...
Rick Monroe Special to the Village News A Fallbrook teacher will have to wait until December to see if a judge will allow her to return to work in the Fallbrook Union Elementary School District. She was terminated a year ago for refusing mandatory testing for COVID-19. The Commission on Professional Competence ruled in June that Jennifer Humphreys’ dismissal should be reversed and she should return to teaching with back pay. The FUESD appealed that decision to the Superior Court in San Diego in August. Humphrey’s att...
Rick Monroe Special to the Village News When the Supreme Court voted to let states decide about abortion rights, Gov. Gavin Newson and the legislature went on the offensive to enshrine the pro-choice position in the state constitution. Proposition 1 on the Nov. 8 ballot would grant unprecedented abortion rights. Abortion and contraceptive access are currently protected in state law. Opponents of the proposition believe the Democrat-dominated state is using the fear factor of the Supreme Court’s decision to reach a new e...
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Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Work on addressing maintenance needs for the exterior of the North County Fire Protection District's Station 2 in the Winterwarm area began Sept. 6, but the work will not adversely affect station operations. "The station will remain in service during the renovation," said NCFPD Fire Chief Keith McReynolds. Station 2 in the 2100 block of Winterwarm Drive was built in 1976. A January 2022 inspection of the station indicated that deferred...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Historical Society will once again honor two members and a local business during its annual Awards Ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Reche Schoolhouse, 1319 S Live Oak Park Road. “For the past two years, we have been unable to publicly award these very special honors, due to the COVID pandemic,’” said FHS President Roy Moosa. “We’re excited to resume this event, which is one of the most important celebrations for the historical society.” Each year, FHS selects a member, pione...
Sept. 14 Burma @ Sleeping Indian Family disturbance- Domestic violence incident 1700 blk Reche Rd. Mental health disorder- 72 hr observation 300 blk Vista Del Indio Domestic violence- Arrest made for battery Sept. 15 2400 blk S. Stage Coach Ln. Mental health disorder- 72 hr observation- Suicide actual or attempt 700 blk Alturas Ln. Domestic violence- Probable Cause Arrest- cohabitant/spousal abuse w/ minor injury 35600 blk Garrano Ln. Violation of temporary restraining order- Domestic violence court order 4200 blk Rosa...
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego County Farm Bureau recently named Neil Nagata, a third generation Oceanside farmer who is a leading agriculture advocate for both growers and farm workers, the 2021 Farmer of the Year. The guest of honor will be celebrated in October at SDCFB’s annual Farmer of the Year event with his family, friends, and the agriculture community. SDCFB annually recognizes special people who support San Diego farming in unique ways. The Farmer of the Year award is presented to an active or retired farmer who has...
SAN DIEGO – Collaborating with Operation Dress Code, Goodwill San Diego is helping women who have served in the United States Armed Forces transition to civilian lives and careers. Operation Dress code partners with veterans organizations, community leaders, business groups, and dedicated volunteers to honor female veterans with a career-focused shopping experience. 2022’s Operation Dress Code event will be held at The University of San Diego on Nov. 5. Attendees will receive a personalized shopping experience to select app...
SACRAMENTO – On Native American Day, Sept. 23, Governor Gavin Newsom signed several bills to support California Native communities and build on the Administration’s work to promote equity, inclusion and accountability throughout the state. In a ceremony joined by leaders of Native American tribes from across California, the Governor signed AB 1314 by Assemblymember James C. Ramos (D-Highland) to help address the ongoing crisis of missing and murdered Native people from communities across the country. Under AB 1314, local law...
Election season is upon us again. A friendly reminder: It is a state and a federal crime to remove political signs. Also, candidates have one week after the election to remove their own signs. Mark Mervich...
On Sept. 17, 1787, after months of debate and consternation, our Constitution was signed by delegates from 12 of the 13 colonies, giving birth to a new nation. In attendance were lawyers, farmers, merchants, and soldiers, the men who forged the way with blood and treasure to bring us to this momentous occasion. Among them was the senior statesman Benjamin Franklin, the Elon Musk of his time, also known affectionately by his friends and adoring fans as Dr. Franklin. As Franklin left the grand chamber of Independence Hall, he...
Supervisor Jim Desmond 5th District A lot has happened during my first three years on the Board of Supervisors, but there is nothing that I’m prouder to be a part of than One Safe Place. A few months ago, I got to tour and cut the ribbon for this new building, which will be a lifesaver for North County. Located in San Marcos, One Safe Place provides free support services to anyone who has experienced family violence, child abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence, hate crimes, elder abuse, human trafficking, violent loss, o...
FALLBROOK – The North County Patriots and the Fallbrook Freedom Fighters will be hosting a candidate meet and greet held at Mariscos El Pacifico Restaurant at 111 N. Vine Street Oct. 6, at 5 p.m. This forum will include candidates from the County of San Diego, including Fallbrook and Bonsall communities. Candidate participants include U.S. Representative – 48th Congress District, Darrel Issa; State Senate – 40th District, Brian W. Jones; State Assembly – 75th District Marie Waldron; Superior Court Judge – Office No. 35, M...
In 2020, there were just under 46,000 suicides in the United States, making it the nation’s 12th-leading cause of death. California’s suicide rate is 10.7 per 100,000, compared to 13.4 nationally. Suicide rates across the United States have been increasing and are now double homicide rates. Obviously, more can be done to end this ongoing tragedy. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and this session I co-authored Assembly Concurrent Resolution 37, declaring Sep...
BONSALL – From dogs, flowers and home building to Christmas carols, trains and butterflies.... a variety of informational and entertaining programs are slated for the Bonsall Woman's Club meetings on the first Friday of each month, October through June, at the Bonsall Community Center. The exception to this is the Nov. 10 meeting that has been scheduled for the second Thursday of November due to preparation of the community center as a polling site. Care-Rite Vocational S...
There are 2,111 veterans that live in Fallbrook. There is an issue with lack of transportation to the VA in Oceanside or Escondido. The only transportation is through the Breeze 306. The Fallbrook community needs volunteer drivers to assist our vets in getting to appointments. If the vets get to either Oceanside or Escondido, a driver will take them to La Jolla. The DAV pays for gas and maintenance. A person must sign up through the DAV to get this assistance. How does our community come together to help? Are there any...
FALLBROOK – Traditionally held on the third Sunday in October, this year will be the first time in many years that the Alumni Picnic will be held on the same weekend as the Fallbrook High School Homecoming celebration. Beginning on Friday, Oct. 14, before the JV football game, alumni can tour Fallbrook High School between 4:30 and 5:00 p.m. Those who wish can caravan into Fallbrook for dinner at their favorite restaurant, then as a group head on back to FHS to the Varsity Football Homecoming game where they will cheer the F...
FALLBROOK – The Republican Women of California – Fallbrook club will be hosting a Candidate Forum, as well as Laurie Huber, the principal organizer for the San Diego for the North County Preppers, Friday, Oct. 14. The meeting will take place at the historic Mission Theater, 231 North Main. Doors will open at 9:30 a.m., with the meeting starting at 10:00. Cost is $10 and does not include brunch. RSVP no later than Monday Oct. 3 to Carol Shrider, 916-300-3604 or [email protected]. Submitted by Republican Women of Cal...
VISTA – North County Aviculturists, a club for pet bird owners and breeders, will meet Saturday, Oct. 1 at 5:30 p.m. at the Masonic Center, 761 Eucalyptus Ave. The guest speaker will be Andrea Cabibi on “Crop Feeding Sick Birds and Chicks.” The general meeting is free. Visit www.ncabirdclub.com for more information. Submitted by North County Aviculturists....
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Village Rotary is gearing up again for its 2022 Annual Fallbrook Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot. It is a fun family Thanksgiving morning to come together with the community to raise money for the Fallbrook Village Rotary Club Foundation while feeling good and creating memories of a lifetime. Their goal is to raise funds for the Fallbrook Land Conservancy, Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary and the Fallbrook community. The day of the event, registration opens at 7 a.m. at the Grand Tradition Estate and G...
FALLBROOK – For the months of October through March, the Fallbrook Quilt Guild will have daytime meetings at 1:30 p.m. (doors open at 1:00) at the Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Lane. During April, May, and June, the guild will resume evening meetings at 6 p.m., so that people who work or go to school during the day can attend. The guild’s program Thursday, Oct. 6, will feature the fabulous duo of Linda and Carl Sullivan of Colourwerx, who are passionate about creating quilt patterns with a modern look and bold col...
FALLBROOK – St. John’s Episcopal Church announces its first-ever “Fallbrook Vintners’ Wine Showcase,” a gala wine tasting and auction event to be held for the benefit of the Pendleton Community Service Fund. The event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 4-8 p.m. at 433 N. Orange Ave., Fallbrook. Community participation will help: 1. To provide financial support to the Pendleton Community Service Fund. An affiliate of Camp Pendleton Rotary, the fund has since 2004 provided “gently-used” furniture and household goo...
BONSALL – All are invited to come out for a fun, free pizza night to Meet and Greet the local school board candidates of Fallbrook and Bonsall, Riverview Church, Thursday, Oct. 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Other local board, county, and state candidates will be in attendance too, at 4980 Sweetgrass Lane, Bonsall. Free childcare will also be provided. This is an opportunity to get to know those who want to represent the community’s voice, so residents can let the candidates know their values and ask them questions before they cast the...
