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  • Motorcyclist down after hit and run

    Village News and AC Investigations|Updated Mar 18, 2024

    A man on a motorcycle was reported to have e been hit by a driver in a black Nissan truck near Pico and East Mission tonight, March 18, at 5 :30 pm. A person following the Nissan Truck was able to follow them and record the license plate and give it to the rider, according to a witness on the scene. NCFPD was on the scene but CHP hadn't arrived. The motorcyclist was reported to have injuries. The motorcycle was towed as it was Unrideable....

  • Tractor trailer plummets down embankment causing fatality and HAZMAT response

    Julie Reeder|Updated Mar 16, 2024

    A fatal accident occurred this afternoon when a 53-foot tractor trailer veered off the roadway and plummeted down an embankment, resulting in the death of the driver. The incident, which took place at 2:56 p.m. on March 16, prompted an emergency response due to a significant diesel fuel spill. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP) log, the entire load of diesel fuel carried by the tractor trailer was spilled as a result of the crash. This led to a hazardous...

  • Local flood watch issued until 5:30 p.m.

    Village News Staff|Updated Mar 15, 2024

    A sudden torrent of rain poured down this afternoon warranting a flash flood warning until 5:30 p.m. by the National Weather Service (San Diego Division). The storm included thunder, lightning and hail for at time in downtown Fallbrook. Expect urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rain fall in Orange, Riverside and San Diego Counties. Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Locations that will experience flooding include Fallbrook, Camp Pendleton,...

  • Fundraiser started for Fallbrook family who lost home in fire

    Village News Staff and AC Investigations|Updated Mar 15, 2024

    Friends of Veronica Castillo, like Lido Favela (Liduvina Favela), are helping her raise money to replace her home and furnishings, clothing, etc. after a fire fully engulfed her manufactured home on Thursday morning. Castillo was born and raised in Fallbrook. She is a single mom with three children. They lost everything. Castillo said her eldest daughter, who is in college, heard noises in the wall near her bed, which was behind the the refrigerator. She called her mom and...

  • High schoolers shine as Students of the Month

    Christine Eastman, Special to the Village News|Updated Mar 14, 2024

    North Coast Church hosted the Fallbrook Union High School District's Students of the Month celebration, Thursday, March 7, launching us into the spring season. This month's teenagers didn't disappoint as usual, with shining stars Christopher De La Cruz from Ivy High School, Alexa Moya, Meadow Sander and Susie Urrutia from Fallbrook High School. Here are a few character highlights from this month's super stellar students: Fallbrook High School Alexa Moya (nominated by Adriana...

  • Boot Drive to benefit burn survivors

    Updated Mar 14, 2024

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  • FUHS students take firsts in speech

    Updated Mar 14, 2024

    FALLBROOK – Four Fallbrook Union High School students participated in Region 9 Migrant Ed Speech Tournament, Saturday, March 9. Julio Tovar won first place and Juliana Maldonado won second place in the Prepared Speech. Adalinda Padilla won first place for Extemporaneous Speech. Teacher Cesar Rodriguez worked hard to prepare these students for this competition. Tovar and Padilla will be representing Region 9 Migrant Education at the State Speech and Debate Tournament in...

  • Pastor Brandon Way is now Lead Pastor at Christ The King Lutheran Church

    Nathalie Taylor, Special to the Village News|Updated Mar 14, 2024

    Parishioners that I have spoken with at Christ The King Lutheran Church (CTK), all have the same sentiments. They feel blessed that Pastor Brandon Way has been elected by the congregation as the Lead Pastor (Senior Pastor). Pastor Brandon is not only called by God to ministry, but he possesses the education, experience, and selfless spirit to be an effective minister and leader. His Bachelor's degree from Biola University is in Organizational Leadership. He also graduated...

  • Fallbrook A Leer's announces 20th anniversary keynote speaker

    Updated Mar 14, 2024

  • Internet users: Beware of scams!

    Jeff Paley, Special to the Village News|Updated Mar 14, 2024

    I have been using the Internet for many years via my iPhone and computer. It has been a very useful tool, however on occasion, it has been a mixed blessing, due to my falling for costly, embarrassing scams on more than one occasion. I'll cite two recent examples: A couple of years ago, I had a “PayPal” account that I had used for many years for my online eBay sales. Since moving to Regency, I wasn't doing eBay anymore so wanted to retrieve whatever balance I had in the account. To find PayPal's contact phone number, I...

  • Sheriff Log

    Updated Mar 14, 2024

    March 5 500 blk Industrial Way Misc. incidents - Fire investigations 1100 blk S. Main Ave. Arrest - Possession of controlled substance paraphernalia and controlled substance 1100 blk S. Mission Rd. Arrest - Receive/accept known stolen property March 6 1000 blk Rice Canyon Rd. Arrest - Follow up investigation - Felony bench warrant 1000 blk Rainbow Crest Rd. Misc. incidents 4700 blk Oak Crest Rd. Vehicle vandalism - $5000 800 blk S. Mission Ave. Take vehicle without owner's consent/vehicle theft Pala Rd. & Old Hwy 395 Arrest...

  • Community Champions: FUESD's volunteer heroes transform education

    Updated Mar 14, 2024

    FALLBROOK – In the heart of Fallbrook Union Elementary School District, the spirit of community thrives through the invaluable contributions of volunteers. The commitment of individuals who selflessly dedicate their time to support students and educators has become a cornerstone of our educational ecosystem, fostering an environment where every child can flourish. Volunteers play a pivotal role in the success of students, providing additional resources, mentorship, and a...

  • Rainbow Water appoints new board member to Division 3

    Updated Mar 14, 2024

  • Turning your tax situation from an ugh into a hug

    Jean Larsen, Legacy Endowment Community Foundation|Updated Mar 14, 2024

    As the often-dreaded tax season approaches, I’m going to give a gentle reminder to think about those year-end plans. Yes, those 2025 plans. I know, I can practically hear the “ugh” as you’re reading, but seriously, yes, planning now will allow people to reap tax rewards a year from now. In full disclosure, I do not have any kind of crystal ball; however, with the Federal Reserve halting its interest rate hikes, possibly making several decreases by summer, and the stock market doing a bit of a happy dance for the...

  • Worker of the Week fixes more than computers

    Updated Mar 14, 2024

  • Cruz awarded 4-year ROTC scholarship

    Updated Mar 7, 2024

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  • HFOT to kick off building of homes for 2 injured soldiers

    Updated Mar 6, 2024

    FALLBROOK – The national nonprofit organization Homes For Our Troops will kick off building homes for two injured soldiers with a dual Community Kickoff event on Saturday, March 9. The event will be held at Fallbrook Union High School, 2400 S Stage Coach Lane, at 10 a.m. (Check-in at 9:30 a.m.) The public is welcome to attend. On May 2, 2009, during his first combat deployment, Navy Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Max Rohn was serving with the 2nd Marine Headquarters Group in...

  • FVCC donates to FHS Auto Shop

    Updated Mar 6, 2024

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Vintage Car Club makes around 20 separate monetary donations a year to worthy nonprofits in and around the Fallbrook community. Last year, members of the Board of Directors of FVCC met with Dennis Johnson, Fallbrook High School auto shop teacher and asked what could FVCC do for the Warriors' Auto Shop that would be something the students could use to help with their projects and learning assignments. Johnson talked with the students and then advised...

  • Hope Clinic for Women hosts 19th Annual 'Inspiring Hope' Gala

    Updated Mar 6, 2024

    FALLBROOK – Hope Clinic for Women will host its 19th Annual "Inspiring Hope" Gala at SonRise Christian Fellowship, 463 S Stage Coach Lane, Friday, March 15. The speaker for the Gala is Heather Gemmen, who is best known for her memoir, "Startling Beauty." In this book, she describes becoming pregnant after being sexually assaulted in her home while living and working for community development in the inner city. Conceived by rape, she chose life for her daughter, offering...

  • Fallbrook Village Dental to host free Dental Saturday, March 16, for the community

    Updated Mar 6, 2024

  • Fallbrook Chamber announces March events

    Updated Mar 6, 2024

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce has several upcoming events planned. They include: Monday, March 11 – Educational Seminar presented by Jorden, Buechner & Serranzana – Employment Law Workshop at Chamber, 10 a.m. Thursday, March 14 – SunUpper hosted by Go Be Rewarded, 9 a.m. Friday, March 15 – Business Breakfast Club at Bakin it Up, 9 a.m. (members only) Wednesday, March 20 – SunDowner hosted by Rotary Club of Bonsall at Backdraft Bar & Grill, 5:30 p.m. Friday, March 22 – Lunch Mob at Firehouse Que...

  • Discover Fallbrook Community Expo

    Updated Mar 6, 2024

    FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Community Expo “Discover Fallbrook!” Friday, May 17, at the Vineyard at 1924 from 3-6 p.m. The expo is an opportunity for residents and visitors alike to learn about the chamber’s member businesses, ask questions, collect information and make some new contacts. Bring business cards and join in the networking. No cards? No problem. The event is for everyone. Exhibitor booths are for chamber business members only, but the event is free and open to the...

  • Worker of the Week enjoys life

    Updated Mar 6, 2024

  • Governor Newsom announces appointments

    Updated Mar 6, 2024

    SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom announced the following appointment, among others, Feb. 29: Bennae Calac, of Pauma Valley, has been appointed to the California Native American Heritage Commission. Calac has been president, owner and managing member at Native Grounds Monitoring Research and Consulting LLC since 2000, at 7G Foundation since 2018, and at Onoo Po Strategies since 2020. Calac is an enrolled member of the Pauma Band of Luiseño Indians, president of the Strong Hearted Native Women’s Coalition, and a member...

  • Sheriff Log

    Updated Mar 6, 2024

    Feb. 25 200 blk W. Clemmens Ln. Petty theft - From vehicle 1700 blk Carriage Ln. Medical examiners case - Death Feb. 26 200 blk Pankey Rd. Burglary - Vehicle Feb. 27 900 blk Buena Capri Grand theft - Motor vehicle parts 700 blk N. Main Ave. Vandalism - Vehicle 2900 blk Rainbow Valley Blvd. Arrest - Simple battery 1300 blk Macadamia Dr. Arrest - Misdemeanor other agency’s warrant 31500 blk Aquaduct Rd. Fraud - Get credit/others I.D. 4900 blk Dulin Rd. Grand theft - From motor vehicle Feb. 28 300 blk Industrial Way Burglary...

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