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How water – and its quality – impacts the immune system
FALLBROOK – Humans are made up mostly of water. According to the U.S.... — Updated 4/2/2020
NFPA issues guidance to government officials on fire protection and life safety systems regardless of occupancy status
QUINCY, Mass. – As government officials on all levels across the globe issue travel directives and ask nonessential employees to... — Updated 4/2/2020
Destress in your own backyard
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – While adults are home teleworking, and children are at home participating in online educational instruction,... — Updated 4/2/2020
California: Don't let the beep steal your sleep
AURORA, Ill. – From Sacramento to San Diego, Californians have been protected for years, thanks to carbon monoxide protection... — Updated 4/2/2020
California Pool and Spa Association issues precautions for pool and spa owners during COVID-19 outbreak
SACRAMENTO – While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's recently... — Updated 3/27/2020 Full story
By Supervisors establish urban agriculture incentive zone program
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors established an urban agriculture incentive zone program for the unincorporated county.... — Updated 3/27/2020
SDG&E postpones all noncritical planned outages as part of its COVID-19 response
SAN DIEGO – With the COVID-19 pandemic causing significant impact on the economy and people’s livelihoods, San Diego Gas and... — Updated 3/27/2020 Full story
NFPA and State Farm encourage communities to participate in safety activities during Wildfire Community Preparedness Day
QUINCY, Mass. – In the last two years, wildfires have claimed more than 100 lives and cost more than $25 billion in property lo... — Updated 3/27/2020
How to help locally with coronavirus preparations
Paul Krupin Special to the Valley News Coronavirus concerns are on everyone’s mind. One of the most important questions that loom... — Updated 3/27/2020 Full story
Tiny plant on campus turns out to be a big find
SAN MARCOS – Clumped beside a footpath on the outskirts of the Edwin and... — Updated 3/21/2020
Take a lesson in building a backyard retaining wall
FALLBROOK – Flat, even landscapes are often coveted in backyards; however,... — Updated 3/21/2020
Spring lawn equipment: Keep safety in mind with these 8 tips
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia – Spring is on its way and homeowners are eager to get... — Updated 3/21/2020
SDG&E kicks off Environmental Champions grant program
SAN DIEGO – San Diego Gas and Electric kicked off its 10th annual “Environmental Champions” grant program Tuesday, March 10,... — Updated 3/21/2020
Females still make up less than 10% of the U.S. fire service
QUINCY, Mass. – Recent media coverage has highlighted women assuming leadership positions in the fire service as well as filling... — Updated 3/13/2020
FPUD approves design contract for indirect potable reuse project
The Fallbrook Public Utility District is pursuing an indirect potable reuse pilot project which would recharge recycled water in... — Updated 3/13/2020
FPUD approves design contract for indirect potable reuse project
The Fallbrook Public Utility District is pursuing an indirect potable reuse pilot project which would recharge recycled water in... — Updated 3/13/2020
GSE Construction Company awarded FPUD headworks cover contract
GSE Construction Company Inc. was awarded the Fallbrook Public Utility District contract to replace the headworks cover at... — Updated 3/13/2020
Moles, voles and gophers: How burrowing wildlife can damage your lawn and garden
FALLBROOK – Soft, spongy lawns may be indicative of various problems underfoot... — Updated 3/13/2020
Mason bees are nature's spring pollinators
Of the over 4,000 bee species native to North America, the mason bees are the eas... — Updated 3/4/2020 Full story
3 wild mice test positive for hantavirus
Three wild mice collected in routine monitoring in Carlsbad have tested positive... — Updated 3/4/2020
Rose Care FUNdamentals for March
Frank Brines, Special to Valley News Location, Location, Location. Depending on y... — Updated 3/4/2020 Full story
Why is my house so dusty and what can I do?
FALLBROOK – Spring is a season of rebirth and renewal. As trees and flowers... — Updated 3/4/2020
Dozens housed under expanded program targeting homelessness
Fifty-six additional unsheltered people in the unincorporated areas of the region... — Updated 3/4/2020
Create a more functional laundry room
Family Features Special to Village News A laundry room may be one of the spaces t... — Updated 2/28/2020
