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  • Community enjoys Breakfast with Santa event

    Updated Dec 22, 2023

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  • BWC hosts successful Christmas fundraiser

    Updated Dec 22, 2023

    Village News/Courtesy photos BONSALL – Bonsall Woman’s Club welcomed 181 attendees to their 31st annual Christmas fundraiser, “A Wonderful Time of the Year,” Dec. 6 at the Golf Club of California. BWC members Judy Bresnahan and Emily Manley co-chaired this event, helped by a committee of 18 members who organized the venue, food, table settings and centerpieces, entertainment, raffle baskets, Christmas tree and wreath raffles, silent auction, craft sales, and door prizes. "This event was a work in progress from May to Decembe...

  • Children find Santa at the Masonic Cemetery

    Updated Dec 22, 2023

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  • Bonsall woman arrested in nationwide Ulta Beauty shoplifting ring

    Village News Staff|Updated Dec 21, 2023

    Bonsall resident Michelle Mack was arrested On December 6, when federal agents raided Mack's residence, arresting her and seizing hundreds of parcels and a large quantity of alleged stolen goods. Mack is accused of orchestrating a national shoplifting operation targeting Ulta Beauty stores, resulting in over $8 million in stolen merchandise, according to Ulta. Mack allegedly hired as many as 12 people to commit thefts across various Ulta locations, shipping the stolen goods...

  • Favela to lead FUESD's vision as governing board president

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Union Elementary School District Governing Board concluded its Monday, Dec. 11, regular meeting by unveiling a new organizational structure that promises a new leadership framework for the upcoming year. In a collective decision, the board members voted in favor of Ricardo Favela as the new governing board president. Suzanne Lundin was appointed vice president, while Mary McBride will serve as clerk, bringing together a team rich in experience, v...

  • Joint Missile Maintenance Facility coming to Fallbrook

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    ROCK ISLAND, Illinois – The Letterkenny Munitions Center (LEMC) and the Naval Air Systems Command, Program Executive Office, Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons, have joined forces to co-operate the state-of-the-art NAVAIR Armament Repair Facility at the Seal Beach – Naval Weapons Station Detachment Fallbrook. The U.S. Navy will furnish the essential equipment, core staff, and facilities, while the U.S. Army will contribute the specialized personnel necessary for the wor...

  • Helen Wilson celebrates 100 years

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    FALLBROOK – Helen Wilson celebrated her 100th birthday Dec. 16 with more than 125 family members and friends at Zion Lutheran Church. It was a wonderful day filled with good food, tributes, music and family skits. She was born in San Diego, Dec. 22, 1923, and graduated from Hoover High School in 1942. She went to work for Navy Housing during WWII and also attended San Diego State College. In 1945, she met her husband, Hugh Wilson, a Marine pilot, on a blind date. They m...

  • Blanket project donates to seniors

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    FALLBROOK – Recently 20 crocheted items were donated to the Fallbrook Senior Center to be given to some of the home meal delivery seniors. These folks requested twin size blankets, Afghans, lap blankets, shawls, scarves and hats, all knitted or crocheted by members of the Fallbrook Blanket Project. The senior center provides a place for seniors, age 50 and above, to gather and enjoy many activities such as bridge, pinochle, pool, exercise classes and line dancing. It provides...

  • Who was that baby?

    Rick Koole, LifePointe Church|Updated Dec 21, 2023

    Who was that baby born 2,000 years ago in an obscure manger in Bethlehem? That’s really the most important question people should be asking as much of the world prepares to celebrate Christmas in honor of his birth. We call the baby Jesus; however, 700 years before the baby’s birth, the prophet Isaiah shared some additional names that describe some important attributes of that tiny baby. “For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon his...

  • Boys and Girls Clubs celebrate the holidays

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    FALLBROOK – Boys and Girls Clubs of North County announces the tremendous success of its annual toy drive, which saw an outpouring of generosity from the local community. Through the collective efforts of dedicated individuals, businesses, and organizations, over 1,000 toys were distributed to club members, bringing joy and smiles to local children during this holiday season. The B&GCNC extends its heartfelt gratitude to the residents, businesses, and organizations that t...

  • Lady Warriors battles Great Oak in soccer

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

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  • Madison Rae wins Soviet Problem Stakes

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    Joe Naiman Village News Reporter San Luis Rey Training Center filly and Ocean Breeze Ranch foal Madison Rae won the Sunday, Dec. 10, Soviet Problem Stakes at Los Alamitos Race Course. Madison Rae, who is trained by Peter Miller, won the 1-mile dirt race for two-year-old California-bred fillies by half a length over second-place Loretta Lynn. She led throughout the race and had a winning time of 1 minute, 38 seconds, 52 tenths. "She ran very well," Miller said. The race was the...

  • Warriors reach field hockey quarterfinals

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Being in what might have been the toughest league in the county adversely affected the win-loss record of Fallbrook High School’s field hockey team, but the Warriors won their first-round CIF playoff game before losing to the top-seeded Division I team in the quarterfinals. “Very pleased,” said Fallbrook coach Debbie Berg. Fallbrook had a 1-9 record in Avocado League play. Torrey Pines and Poway shared the league championship with 9-1 records. Torrey Pines had an overall record of 18-5-...

  • Sanchez, Alvarez‑Lindenmayer placed on all-league second team

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Two Fallbrook High School field hockey players were given all-league recognition by the Avocado League coaches. Kasey Sanchez and Gianna Alvarez‑Lindenmayer were both placed on the second team. Sanchez is a senior who played goalkeeper for the Warriors. Alvarez‑Lindenmayer is a junior and was Fallbrook’s low midfielder. All-league selections often include a formula based on the team’s position in the league standings. Fallbrook was 1-9 in Avocado League play to trail the league’s other fiv...

  • Struyck, Pauley medal at middle school cross country championship meet

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The North County Middle School Cross Country League championship meet was held Oct. 25 at Walnut Grove Park in San Marcos, and two Sullivan Middle School runners received medals for finishing among the top 20 in their race. Seventh grader Sienna Struyck finished sixth among the 95 sixth grade and seventh grade girls who competed in the championship race. Jackson Pauley is in seventh grade but ran in the eighth-grade boys race and placed 14th....

  • Julie Norberg

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    Julie Norberg departed this world on Nov. 27, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. Her journey's end brings both sorrow and gratitude for the profound impact she had on the lives she touched. Born on March 10, 1940, Julie was a loving wife to Paul Norberg, a devoted mother to her daughter, Debby Kirkwood, and sons, Brian Caspino and David Caspino. Her family grew to include her beloved son-in-law, Fred Kirkwood, and cherished daughter-in-law, Michelle Glover. Julie's...

  • Johnnie L. Newton

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    Johnnie L. Newton, of Fallbrook, California, died Nov. 25, 2023, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in San Diego after a brief hospitalization. He was 76 years old. Johnnie was a career Judge Advocate, retiring from the U.S. Marine Corps in 1995 after serving as a Trial Counsel (prosecutor), Defense Counsel and later Military Judge at Camp Pendleton, as a staff officer at Headquarters USMC and in several positions during multiple tours in Okinawa, Japan, including a period as Staff Judge Advocate. Among Colonel...

  • What's happening at 7/11?

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    FALLBROOK – What's happening at 7/Eleven? It's another enhancement project taken on by Save Our Forest/Fallbrook Land Conservancy. Maintaining the trees SOF planted some years ago at 7/11 led to the owner, Mr. Singh, asking Save Our Forest about some landscape improvements at the site. The owner suggested that they would support placement of some plants and maybe an antique piece of farm equipment which is significantly part of Fallbrook's agricultural heritage. Thus, the p...

  • EDCO to observe the Christmas and New Year holidays

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    FALLBROOK – EDCO will observe the Christmas holiday on Monday, December 25, 2023, and the New Year holiday on Monday, January 1, 2024. As a result, EDCO will not perform commercial or residential curbside collection services, and all recycling buyback centers, public disposal sites, and customer service offices will be closed. Collection services will be delayed by one day all week following each holiday in Coronado, Del Mar, El Cajon, Encinitas, Escondido, Fallbrook, Imperial Beach, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, National City, P...

  • Have a happy and sustainable holiday season

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    Gig Conaughton County of San Diego Communications Office The holiday-and-gift seasons are back! Giving them and receiving them help put happiness in the holiday season. But remember to consider sustainability this year as you make your gift-giving plans. That is, finding ways to meet our needs and be generous and happy today while still protecting our resources for the generations to come. The gift-giving season – from all the wrapping paper, packages and new items that may never be used – can be tough on sustainability. But...

  • Writer is praised as a pioneer at Fallbrook's new wellness center

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    Tim O'Leary Special to the Village News I rarely consider myself a pioneer, but recently I was praised as one and I have three certificates to prove it. For my volunteer work with Fallbrook Regional Health District's Wellness Center, I received a certificate of recognition signed by state Assemblymember Marie Waldron, which said, "In honor and gratitude of your commitment to providing quality health education and services ..." A certificate of commendation signed by Jim...

  • 5 ways seniors can exercise their minds in 2024

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    Brittany Tran Special to the Village News Research has shown there are steps we can take to maintain our health as we age. In my work with UC San Diego's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, I meet seniors every day who are taking a proactive approach to aging by enrolling in the continuing education courses we offer. The approaching new year brings exciting possibilities and opportunities to continue the journey of cognitive well-being. How can older adults keep their minds sha...

  • Tips to avoid excessive drinking during the holidays

    Updated Dec 21, 2023

    Marcel Gemme Special to the Village News During the holidays, the time before Christmas and New Year’s Day accounts for some of the highest rates of alcohol consumption. Christmas week especially creates a number of opportunities for drinking. Whether you are attending family gatherings, work parties or other celebrations, there is endless temptation to consume alcohol. Even those individuals who are social drinkers tend to find themselves drinking more alcohol. Fortunately, there are practical tips that you can use to polite...