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  • Trial of trio accused in Fallbrook murder heads into December

    Updated Jul 26, 2018

    The trial of three suspected gang members accused of murdering Hugh Pettigrew III in Fallbrook the night of Jan. 22, 2016 is heading into December. Opening statements in the trial of Kevin Garcia, Tyler Dean and Ryan Valdez were heard Nov. 2, and as of Nov. 28, the prosecution was still presenting its case, according to Maria Riggin, a court room clerk for San Diego Superior Court. Superior Court Judge Richard Monroy is presiding over the trial being held in Vista, and Deputy District Attorney Christine Bannon is leading the...

  • Sheriff's Log - November 30, 2017

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    Address Date Description 4700 block Oak Crest Rd., Fallbrook, CA 92028 November 11 Commercial burglary 31900 block Via Ararat Dr., Fallbrook, CA 92028 November 13 Spousal/cohabitant abuse with minor injury 1900 block Wilt Rd., Fallbrook, CA 92028 November 13 Personate to get money/property 1100 block S. Mission Rd., Fallbrook, CA 92028 November 16 Possess stolen vehicle/vessel 31300 block Gold Club Dr., Fallbrook, CA 92028 November 18 Battery with serious bodily injury; residential burglary 4700 block Oak Crest Rd.,...

  • VFW honors Voice of Democracy essay winners

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1924 and Auxiliary hosted an awards ceremony, on Nov. 18, honoring the student winners of the Annual Voice of Democracy scholarship essay program. Smiling and proud family members, teachers and guests listened and watched as the confident and articulate students read their essays with purpose, and strength. The Voice of Democracy essay contest is open to students in grades 9 through 12. The theme for this year was, "...

  • Simple ways to dress up your home for the holidays

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    The holiday season is made up of traditions that focus on fun and family. Many residents are already decorating their homes with lights and other colorful decorations, bringing Christmas early to Fallbrook and the surrounding areas. Getting decorations out and putting them up for the holidays can be time-consuming. While decking the halls may not take as much time as holiday shopping and wrapping presents, bringing the colors of the season into your home will create a festive...

  • Bonsall riders form new Gymkhana Club

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    BONSALL – A group of local riders have formed a new non-profit gymkhana club in Bonsall. As District #22 of the California Gymkhana Association (CGA), the new club, known as CGA Mudslingers, recently kicked off its 2017-2018 season. Gymkhana, or games on horseback, is an action-packed precision sport that requires speed, dexterity and excellent communication between horse and rider. Events include a series of 13 games or “patterns,” with riders grouped in divisions accor...

  • Plenty to do when home for the holidays in Fallbrook

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    There is no shortage of holiday cheer in Fallbrook, where Christmas festivities really get rolling this weekend (Dec. 1-3). Friday, the Fallbrook Community Center hosts the official Fallbrook Holiday Tree Lighting. Saturday evening, the 36th edition of the Fallbrook Christmas Parade will travel down Main Avenue. Sunday, the Fallbrook Historical Society will host an "Old-Fashioned Christmas" open house, and Valley Fort Village Shops will present a Holiday Bazaar. The Fallbrook... Full story

  • Remembrance ceremony held at Pittenger House

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK – Members of the Sgt. William Pittenger Camp 21 held their annual Remembrance Day ceremony Saturday, Nov. 18 at the Fallbrook Historical Society's Pittenger House. Following are photos from the event....

  • Donate a toy for a tot at a county airport

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    Gig Conaughton County of San Diego Communications Office There’s an easy way to feel good this holiday season – just put a smile on the face of a less fortunate child. It’s easy to do. Simply drop off a new, unwrapped toy into the Toys for Tots donation box at one of four county airports – Fallbrook Airpark in Fallbrook, McClellan-Palomar Airport in Carlsbad, Gillespie Field in El Cajon, or Ramona Airport in Ramona. The donation will be helping county airports and the U.S. Ma... Full story

  • Altruism is the theme of the St. Peter’s Alternative Gift Fair

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK – The annual Alternative Gift Fair took place Sunday, Nov. 19 in the parish hall of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Fallbrook. The event, which has been held for more than 10 years, encourages people to donate to charitable organizations in lieu of giving Christmas gifts. Gift cards were available to let a recipient know that a donation to a favorite charity had been made in their name. In addition, organizations had items for purchase, including handmade dolls, bla... Full story

  • San Diego County's most frequently checked out books and movies

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    SAN DIEGO – Lists represent the top 10 checked out items in each category for October. Books and videos may be requested at www.sdcl.org/ or at the Fallbrook Branch Library, 124 S. Mission Road. Adult Fiction 1) The Whistler by John Grisham 2) The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware 3) Night School by Lee Child 4) The Black Book by James Patterson 5) No Man’s Land by David Baldacci 5) The Wrong Side of Goodbye by Michael Connelly 6) The Last Mile by David Baldacci 8) Y is for Yesterday by Sue Grafton 9) Golden Prey by John San... Full story

  • Rivera third at league cross country meet

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    The Valley League championship cross country meet was contested Nov. 11 at Kit Carson Park in Escondido, and Fallbrook senior Gisselle Rivera finished third among the 45 runners in the girls race. Rivera had a time of 20:49.4 on the 3.05-mile course. Ramona sophomore Amy Brown won the race in 19:30.9, San Pasqual senior Renee Laurenzana had the second-place time of 20:06.4, and Rivera edged out two Ramona harriers with sophomore Alyssa Davis taking fourth at 20:49.8 and...

  • Hernandez seventh in league cross country championship meet

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    Fallbrook sophomore Josh Hernandez took seventh place at the Valley League cross country championship meet Nov. 11 at Kit Carson Park in Escondido. Hernandez had a time of 17:30.9 on the 3.05-mile course. "Both him and I were a little disappointed," said Fallbrook head coach Marco Arias. The goal Hernandez and Arias had was to finish in the top five. "It's not too far off from where he wanted to finish, but it is something that's going to drive him both in his racing and his...

  • Toth obtains first MASL shutout

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    Chris Toth obtained the first shutout of his Major Arena Soccer League career Nov. 19. A 2007 Fallbrook High School graduate, Toth is the goalkeeper for the San Diego Sockers. He made 16 saves in the Sockers' 8-0 victory over the Ontario Fury at the Valley View Casino Center, also known as the San Diego Sports Arena. "It feels really good," said Toth. "The team played very well." Toth noted that the Sockers' offensive success as well as help from defenders limited his need to... Full story

  • National Junior Basketball offers free clinics

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK – The youth of Fallbrook – with the help of free clinics – is ready for basketball season, which officially kicked off the week of Nov. 13. National Junior Basketball (NJB) has been offering free skill set training to all athletes between the ages of five to 13 at the Fallbrook High School gym. These clinics focused on lay ups, proper shooting, foot work, defense, passing, speed and agility training. One of the clinics featured instruction from coach Brandon Antho... Full story

  • Fallbrook Art in Public Places presents new sculpture

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK – Local residents may have seen sculptures and murals around Fallbrook and wonder how these works of art become public art. Fallbrook has a nonprofit group called Fallbrook Art in Public Places, a division of Fallbrook Arts. There are over 30 pieces of public art in Fallbrook to view, and residents can download a locater map from their website, www.FallbrookArtInPublicPlaces.org. The newest art piece on loan is in front of the Fallbrook Art Center. The project is p...

  • Participants make Fallbrook Turkey Trot a fun raiser

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

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  • Fallbrook Senior Softball ready to welcome new and returning players

    Updated Dec 1, 2017

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Senior Softball League is now accepting new and returning players who are at least age 50 for the first season of 2018. Registration fees are due by Jan. 2, and the draft is scheduled for Jan. 3. After the draft, players will be contacted by the team managers. The season begins Jan. 17 and runs through April. Games are played at 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday on Field No. 2 at Ingold Sports Park, 2551 Olive Hill Road, in Fallbrook. Each team plays t...