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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Rick Monroe Special to the Village News Four students – Timothy Mashburn, Arden Baur, Sophia Morelli and Katja Young – were honored as Students of the Month for November by the nonprofit organization recognizing high-achievers in the Fallbrook Union High School District. They were recognized at a Nov. 3 breakfast at North Coast Church. The students selected received a yard sign, bag of gifts from community organizations, and recognition by school staff and their families. Memb...
FALLBROOK – It's been a long held tradition for the Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary to open its Christmas Store every year for two months. This year, the Christmas Store has a new location, 746 Main Ave., across the street from Major Market. In the past, the space was occupied by Coldwell Banker. Opening Day was Nov. 7. Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The money made by Christmas store sales provides funding for the animal s... Full story
Following a closed session at the Fallbrook Union Elementary School District Board of Trustees meeting on Nov. 7, the board announced that it has negotiated a settlement and exit plan with Superintendent Candace Singh. Board President Suzanne Lundin explained that the settlement – for nearly $400,000 – ended what would have been a protracted and expensive legal battle. The board voted to approve the settlement agreement by a 4-1 vote. According to Lundin, there is no ins...
Coldwell Banker Village Properties’ recently announced Top Listing Agents for the month of September are, from left, Erica Williams, Abby Elston and Jane Felton.... Full story
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The San Diego County Board of Supervisors authorized a construction contract to replace guardrails at five sites throughout the unincorporated county including one in Bonsall. The supervisors’ 5-0 vote Wednesday, Oct. 26, authorized the advertisement for bid and subsequent award of a construction contract to install new guardrail segments and replace existing guardrails at the West Lilac Road site and four Pine Valley locations. The supervisors’ action also appropriated $850,000 of state Hig...
Remodeling your home can be a big (and stressful) undertaking. Fortunately, hiring a contractor who's well-versed in the process can help alleviate some of that stress. If you bring in a contractor, be diligent in your hiring. Get referrals, compare quotes and interview several candidates to make sure you get the best fit for the job. Are you unsure how a contractor can help with your project? Here are four ways: ● They can handle all the permits. Many remodeling projects ... Full story
I heard some interesting remarks from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. I am in disagreement that the $16B in aid to Ukraine is the reason for our current high inflation though; we had fuel and transportation expenses rising well before the Russian invasion due to policy decisions at the national level. Our deficit for 2022 is $1.35T which well dwarfs the amount we have spent overseas to help a country maintain their freedom. To make such a statement sounds like a... Full story
Linda Sherer Lash born Sept. 7, 1943, in Akron Ohio. She married her high school sweetheart and was married 57 years to Dr. James Robert Lash. She passed away peacefully Oct. 24, 2022, in her family's arms. She is survived by her children, Jimmy, Missy, Lisa, and John. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Tyler, Kylie, Trevor, Zach, Zahara and Zarek. She is also survived by her sister, Susan Greaux. She was a beloved Real Estate broker for many years here in the... Full story
Supervisor Jim Desmond 5th District It’s no secret that opioids are killing Americans at an alarming rate, specifically fentanyl. In 2021, more than 900 San Deigans died from opioid-related accidental overdoses, a 54% increase from the previous year. Over 6,000 pounds of fentanyl was seized in San Diego County last year alone, which would be enough to kill 1.4 billion people. I have made fentanyl awareness and education a top priority. We’ve declared it a crisis, funded education efforts targeting young people, held an ele... Full story
From SANDAG’s website: “SANDAG is governed by a Board of Directors composed of mayors, council members, and county supervisors from each of the region's 19 local governments. Supplementing these voting members are advisory representatives from Imperial County, the U.S. Department of Defense, Caltrans, San Diego Unified Port District, Metropolitan Transit System, North County Transit District, San Diego County Water Authority, Southern California Tribal Chairmen's Association, Mexico, and the San Diego County Regional Air... Full story
Assemblymember Marie Waldron 75th District Redistricting has rearranged legislative boundaries throughout California, including the 75th Assembly District that I have represented for the past 10 years. The current district includes the cities of Escondido, San Marcos and Temecula, along with Bonsall, Fallbrook, Palomar Mountain, Pauma Valley and Valley Center. But that’s changing. Escondido and San Marcos will now be located in the 76th Assembly District, and Temecula will be in the 71st. The 75th has been expanded to the e... Full story
Just wanted to say I appreciate the Fallbrook Village News. We moved here almost two years ago because Fallbrook is a great little town and its people seem to have a lot more common sense residents than some other San Diego County areas. There’s always a few bad apples anywhere you go, but Fallbrook seems to have less of them. I really appreciate Julie Reeder’s articles and just wanted to reach out and let you all know. Her views fall in line with ours and it’s a breath of fresh air to read articles that have facts and truth... Full story
Julie Reeder Publisher Just because somebody accuses you of something doesn't mean it's true. Just because someone threatens to bring a lawsuit doesn't prove they actually have grounds. By the time everybody reads this, the election will have happened two days ago. We just found out Monday night that the Fallbrook Union Elementary Board is congratulating itself for avoiding a long drawn out expensive potential litigation initiated by the superintendent who has decided to leave voluntarily, although she's alleging a hostile... Full story
There is a global economy. The Democratic leaders of our great Nation and our great state of California are experts in participating in it. As a result, the U.S. is the greatest economy in the world. Search on “Focus Economics 5 Largest Economies in 2026.” And, if California were ranked as a country, it would be number 5 and is pressing Germany at position four. Search on “California – the 5th largest economy in the world – MarketWatch!” Meanwhile, there is global inflation, the inevitable response to the global pandemic. The... Full story
Daniel Ryer Special to the Village News Veterans Day, Nov 11, is a day for understanding. It’s an important day for honoring all those who have served and sacrificed, and all those who are currently doing so. There are many efforts underway to honor them further by understanding their struggles, including mental health struggles, so that we may support them and help them in their journey to find the peace they deserve after returning home. When asked what they believe the most effective means of mental health support for v... Full story
Senator Brian Jones District 38 California’s approach to homelessness is a failure. Tent cities are everywhere; no community is immune. The problem is huge, but there are things we can do that will make a difference in the short-term while we work to solve the long-term. On Dec. 5, the first day of the new legislative session, I will introduce a proposal to help communities clean up encampments from sensitive areas in a compassionate manner. We must protect public safety and public health, particularly where our children a... Full story
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The Oct. 25 meeting of the North County Fire Protection District included the presentation of Valor Awards to five North County Fire Protection District personnel. Emergency medical technician Freddy Avila, captain Mike Benoit, captain Joey Bradshaw, firefighter/paramedic Josh Kontekaas, and paramedic Gabe Saldana were presented with the Valor Awards. "We save our valor awards for heroic actions," said NCFPD fire chief Keith McReynolds. On...
FALLBROOK – More than 30 inquisitive residents and team members from Silvergate Fallbrook turned out for an informative presentation by County Supervisor Jim Desmond Thursday, Oct. 20, to hear an update on key issues relevant to seniors in the community. The open-forum discussion focused on several topics, including mental health, homelessness and the current state of the Covid pandemic in California. "We know seniors can have a hard time getting out, which is why we b... Full story
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Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The Fallbrook Community Planning Group meeting Monday, Oct. 17, included an update on Village View Park. Stephanie Kopplin, who is the park project manager for the county’s Department of Parks and Recreation, gave the presentation. The park was a non-voting item for the planning group. “We are currently in our final stage of permitting review,” Kopplin said. Kopplin expected the permitting process to be complete this fall. In October 2021, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors autho...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Fallbrook High School’s football team received the top seed in the CIF Division IV playoffs, which gave the Warriors a bye in the first round Nov. 4 and a home game tomorrow. It was known that the Warriors would be playing the Lancers, since Francis Parker and Hilltop both have that nickname, but Fallbrook’s specific opponent wasn’t determined until the Nov. 4 game at Hilltop was played and decided. A last-minute field goal gave ninth-seeded Francis Parker a 24-21 victory over eight...
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FALLBROOK – Silvergate Fallbrook will host a Memory Care Lunch & Learn event Thursday, Nov. 17, at 11 a.m., featuring Alzheimer’s’ Association guest speaker Rebecca Truman who will discuss “The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease.” Lunch and refreshments will be provided. There is limited seating and RSVP is required. Guests will receive a free copy of “What To Look For In A Great Memory Care Community” – a handy comparison checklist for families who are evaluating care options for loved ones living with memory loss.... Full story
ESCONDIDO – Senator Brian W. Jones is hosting a California Senior Scam Stopper Seminar, Monday, Nov. 21, 1-2 p.m. at the Escondido Park Avenue Senior Center, 210 Park Avenue, Escondido. Also participating are the Contractors Licensing Board, Department of Financial Protection & Innovation, and the Department of Insurance. This seminar will provide constituents with valuable tools and information to avoid scam targeting seniors. To RSVP, call 619-596-3136. Submitted by the office of Senator Brian W. Jones.... Full story
BONSALL – The Bonsall Woman's Club had a very active month of October. The monthly meeting was highlighted by the recognition of a charter member, Joan Kaford, who will be moving from the area and will be missed very much. She and fellow charter members Mary Forbess and Judy Bresnahan have spent the last 42 years supporting the fundraising efforts and community activities of this club. Care-Rite, a family owned and operated vocational service organization provides o... Full story
