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Articles from the November 1, 2017 edition


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  • Sheriff's Log, October 26, 2017

    Updated Nov 1, 2017

    Address Date Description 2400 block Hobbit Ln., Fallbrook, CA 92028 October 12 Found property 500 block Stewart Canyon Rd., Fallbrook, CA 92028 October 13 Miscellaneous incidents 700 block E. Mission Rd., Fallbrook, CA 92028 October 13 Vandalism 100 block Blue Bird Park Rd., Fallbrook, CA 92028 October 15 Missing adult 200 block Pippin Dr., Fallbrook, CA 92028 October 15 Stolen vehicle 800 block S. Main Ave., Fallbrook, CA 92028 October 15 Arrest: Receive/etc. known stolen property; shoplifting 2500 block Olive Hill Rd.,...

  • Zion Lutheran Church welcomes back the Rev. Pingel

    Updated Nov 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK – The Rev. Aaron Pingel has returned to Zion Lutheran Church in Fallbrook after 15 years serving the Lord in the Midwest. Pingel served in Fallbrook in 2001-2002, during his training year of vicarage under Zion’s previous pastor, the Rev. Mark Demel. Pingel will be serving to equip Zion’s members to meet the challenges of life through weekly messages and his passion “for teaching Bible class and digging into the text,” aided by his adept understanding of Greek and He...

  • Wick's jewel of a scarecrow on display at library

    Updated Nov 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK – Jewel is the name of the elegant crocheted scarecrow on display at the Fallbrook Library. She was created by Cathy Wick, the founder and president of the Hooks and Needles group. Some of Jewel's flowers were also crocheted by Sheila Casteel. Lynn Barker, through the Friends of the Library, provided the necessary financing for the exhibition of the scarecrow. Wick is a master crocheter and teacher as she manages the free Hooks and Needles knitting/crocheting g...

  • Fitness students donate to Railroad Heritage Park

    Updated Nov 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK ­– Instructor Kat Folger and her pilates, yoga and MELT students recently donated more than $2,400 to support the development of a Railroad Heritage Park in downtown Fallbrook. Folger said her students know that "movement matters," and they also know the importance of supporting educational and beautification projects for the community. The group will have its motto, "Movement That Matters," on a plague in the new Railroad Heritage Park. The Fallbrook Village As...

  • Fire Chief's Report ¬– Rapid Extraction Module teams rescue firefighters

    Updated Nov 1, 2017

    Steve Abbott North County Fire Protection District The North County Fire Protection District in September deployed its brand new Rapid Extraction Module (REM) team to several fires in the Crater Lake National Park area in Oregon. REM Teams are units that can be assigned to large campaign fires. Teams like these are a newer addition to the wildfire arena and the intent of this team is to have firefighters available with equipment and training to rescue other firefighters that a...

  • Donations for Rockport, Texas needed by Nov. 2

    Updated Nov 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK – Many people are shocked by the number of devastating losses suffered through the many recent catastrophes. And some people are jumping in to do something about it. Fallbrook residents will be tending a table on Saturday, Oct. 28 at Major Market from 9 a.m. to noon to collect items to be sent to Rockport, Texas to help the Hurricane Harvey ravaged town get back on its feet. Over half the town has been totally wiped out and remaining residents are struggling to resto...

  • Longtime volunteer Leona Crump receives fond farewell

    Updated Nov 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK – “Honored and cherished after 30-plus years of dedicated volunteer work in Fallbrook” was how Ann Wade, fitness instructor and president of the Friends of the Fallbrook Community Center, described Leona Crump. Some 100 friends of the 87-year-old resident gathered, Oct. 13, at the community center to wish her a fond farewell as she heads for a new home with her family in Jamul, California. “Leona has set a standard we can only hope to emulate,” Wade said. “She pers...

  • Local nonprofits encouraged to apply for grants

    Updated Nov 1, 2017

    SAN DIEGO – The San Diego County Employees’ Charitable Organization is now accepting applications for 2018 grants. Since 1956, CECO has been funding local nonprofit programs, addressing the diverse needs in the San Diego region. The grant instructions and application form is available at www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/ceco/apply_for_grant.html. In 2017, CECO distributed $178,629 amongst 96 local nonprofit programs. As an indication of the variety, they included awards to Able-Disabled Advocacy, Coastal Roots Farm, Fam...

  • Fallbrook Turkey Trot is a holiday tradition

    Updated Nov 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Turkey Trot 5k fun run/walk is a happy, healthy and memorable way to begin the holiday season. The Eighth Annual Turkey Trot will be held Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 23, on the beautiful grounds of the Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens. Starting at 8 a.m., trotters will enjoy a loop around the Grand Tradition, continue through the Los Jilgueros Preserve and finish back at the Grand Tradition. Families and friends of all ages are invited to take part. Dogs on leash are welcome, cleanup is r...

  • De Luz farmers asked to reduce irrigation during aqueduct shutdown

    Updated Nov 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Public Utility District has asked its largest agricultural farmers in De Luz to reduce irrigation by 30 percent as it and other water agencies in the county will have some imported water services discontinued, Nov. 3 to Nov. 15. The utility district’s water wholesaler, the San Diego County Water Authority, will perform maintenance, inspection and repairs on the some of its pipelines, including the one that serves De Luz, during that period. FPUD has nine storage tanks and imports virtually all its wa...