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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FALLBROOK – The Department of the Navy is announcing a public meeting and a public review and comment period for the Proposed Plan to close out a munitions disposal site at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach Detachment Fallbrook, California. The munitions disposal site, known as Site UXO 4, is approximately 6.3 acres in size and is located within the central portion of the base. The site is not accessible to the public. Site UXO 4 was reportedly used from 1942 to 1978 as a burial area for packing materials and practice m... Full story
Traffic is heavily impacted in northern Fallbrook for a broken gas leak and evacuations. East Mission is closed from Brandon Rd. to Orange St. after a "broken and blowing gas leak" was reported on a 4" gas line, cut by a contractor. The address of the call was at noon on 421 Minnesota St. CHP was called as well as the Sheriff to assist with public safety and evacuations.... Full story
FALLBROOK – The staff of Fallbrook Skilled Nursing announces that it is now a Community Nursing Home Contracted Facility with the Veterans Administration. They look forward to serving veterans and their families. Families and patients are welcome to tour the facility. They can also take a virtual tour on the website, www.progressivecarecenters.com. For more information, call 909-557-1125. The SNF is located at 325 Potter St. Submitted by Progressive Health Care Centers Fallbrook Skilled Nursing....
The family of Miguel Munoz, a diagnosed schizophrenic from Fallbrook, experienced an emotional four-day search after he was mistakenly released from San Diego Central Jail in the middle of the night without their knowledge. Munoz, 35, was arrested on October 3 for public intoxication near his home in Fallbrook. He was booked and released out of San Diego Central Jail onto the unfamiliar streets of downtown San Diego just after midnight on Friday. His family, unaware of his... Full story
Local man arrested for manufacturing and distribution of 'magic mushrooms' Randal Scott Vance, 41, is facing numerous charges following the discovery of a mushroom grow operation in Fallbrook and Bonsall. The arrest was made on Friday, October 4 just after 9 a.m. following a warrant service at a business in the 200 block of West Ash Street in Fallbrook and a house in the 1600 block of West Lilac Road in Bonsall. Deputies with the Fallbrook Sheriff's Substation Crime... Full story
Ann Corrine Gustafson, age 27, was arrested Tuesday night, Oct. 1, for the bludgeoning of George Villareal, age 67, and his wife, Nancy Dobson-Villareal, 66. Gustafson is accused of attempted murder and beating both the victims with a hammer. Someone was reported to have entered their home. A hot prowler was initially reported and then the call changed to an Assault with a Deadly Weapon. Gustafson was arrested for 187(APC) Attempted Murder 1st Degree-Felony, 245... Full story
The Fallbrook Bonsall International Film Festival is back for its 2024 edition, bringing an exciting lineup of independent films from around the world. Taking place on Oct. 12-13 at the River Village Cinema D'Place, this year's festival will showcase an eclectic array of 30 films across both days. “There will be feature films, short films, feature documentaries, short documentaries, animation, and student films,” said the festival Prez Leo Romero. Attendees can choose a blo...
FALLBROOK – Sam Larson recently graduated from U.S. Navy bootcamp located in Great Lakes, Illinois, and will continue his schooling in Great Lakes. Larson is following in his dad's footsteps where he retired as a Master Chief in the Navy in 2004. He is a 2020 Fallbrook High School graduate and received his AA in welding from Palomar College. Larson is the son of Paul and Margaret Larson, also of Fallbrook. Submitted by the Larson family....
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Live Oak Chapter of Questers International celebrated the 35th Anniversary of the Live Oak Chapter's founding in 1989 on Oct. 2. The Chapter's founding members belonged to Fallbrook Newcomers and upon learning of Questers International decided to form the Live Oak Chapter of Questers. Questers is an International study club founded in 1944 by Jessie Bardens to stimulate an appreciation of antiques and their collection, and to encourage the p...
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom announced Oct. 2 that more than 11.5 million Californian households will automatically see savings on their October electricity bill through the California Climate Credit, funded by the state’s innovative Cap-and-Trade Program. This credit will average $71 per electric bill customer. Including credits that went out in April, Californians will receive an average of $217 in bill credits during 2024. Since 2014, Californian households have already received an average of $971 in combined automat...
The Bonsall Unified School District does not have a continuation school, but BUSD students who are not meeting Bonsall High School requirements may now continue their studies at Ivy High School in Fallbrook. A 5-0 BUSD board vote Sept. 18 approved a memorandum of understanding between the Bonsall district and the Fallbrook Union High School District for BUSD students to attend Ivy High School, which is the FUHSD continuation school. The MOU covers the 2024-25 school year, and the parties will meet prior to June 30 to determin...
The Sept. 24 meeting of the North County Fire Protection District included approval of the 2024-25 NCFPD budget. The board’s 5-0 vote adopted a budget which anticipates $27,217,100 in revenue. The budget also calls for $27,217,100 of operational and debt service expenditures and a contribution to reserves along with an $11,665,925 capital budget. “The increase in revenue the fire district is experiencing is allowing us to reinforce our infrastructure and expand services to meet the needs of our growing region,” said NCFPD...
FALLBROOK – On Thursday, Oct. 10, Fallbrook Village Toastmasters will be celebrating its 10th anniversary. All are welcome to join as they partner with the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce for a Sun-Upper gathering. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., at the Ford Room of the Fallbrook Historical Society, 260 Rocky Crest Road. It is part of Toastmasters International; they have been building confidence and public speaking skills in a supportive community environment for...
La familia de Miguel Muñoz, un esquizofrénico diagnosticado de Fallbrook, vivió una búsqueda emocional de cuatro días después de que fuera liberado por error de la Cárcel Central de San Diego en medio de la noche, sin que ellos lo supieran. Muñoz, de 35 años, fue arrestado el 3 de octubre por intoxicación pública cerca de su casa en Fallbrook. Fue ingresado y liberado de la Cárcel Central de San Diego en las calles desconocidas del centro de San Diego poco después de... Full story
An early morning traffic collision involving an overturned vehicle blocked part of South Mission Road near Mission Oaks Road on Friday, October 5, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). The incident occurred just after 6 a.m., when a vehicle, reportedly swerving before the crash, hit a wall and overturned in the southbound lane of South Mission Road. Eyewitnesses said the driver, described as a Hispanic male in his 20s, attempted to enlist the help of bystanders to... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Library will be temporarily closed starting Oct. 7. The San Diego County Library has issued the following letter: “Dear Library Customers, We are writing to inform you that the Fallbrook Library is getting a new roof! To keep everyone safe, the library will be closed from Oct. 7, 2024 to Dec. 16, 2024, during construction. “The bookmobile will be in the parking lot with a small browsing collection and holds for pickup. The Vista Library is the closest branch offering full service. “Access to the Vote Ce... Full story
ESCONDIDO – Graybill Medical Group Inc., a multi-specialty medical group that has been serving Fallbrook, North County San Diego and South Riverside County communities for nearly a century, is terminating its managed services agreement with Palomar Health Medical Group (PHMG), citing inadequate support and response to the aftermath of the May 2024 cyber-attack directed against PHMG. Graybill, which currently employs over 100 physicians and advanced practice providers, s...
CPR Classic, a Fallbrook-based company specializing in Porsche restoration and sales, has been reported by several media outlets to be facing multiple lawsuits. The lawsuits allege fraudulent business practices. The company is accused of selling cars without compensating the original owners and taking money from buyers without delivering the vehicles, with claims totaling $11.7 million, according to an investigation by NBC 7 San Diego. For more than 40 years, CPR Classic has...
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom announced Sept. 19 that California will begin offering residents the option to securely add their California driver’s license or state ID to Apple Wallet on their iPhone and Apple Watch. Californians will be able to use this new feature in person at select businesses and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) security checkpoints, including at San Francisco International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport. “Californians now have the option of adding their driver’s license...
Voter information pamphlets are on their way to the county’s 1.9 million registered voters for the November Presidential General Election. Remember, they look a little different now. The Registrar’s voter information pamphlets changed in March. They provide the same important information but are larger in size, like the Secretary of State’s Voter Information Guide. The Registrar’s pamphlets contain information on voting options, election deadlines, candidate statements, ballot measures and more. It also includes a sample...
County of San Diego Chief Administrative Officer Ebony Shelton announced several additions to her leadership team. After beginning her role as Chief Administrative Officer in July, one of Shelton’s first priorities was to build her leadership team to advance the county’s vision of a just, sustainable and resilient future for all. This included selecting Deputy Chief Administrative Officers to lead the county’s four operational groups and appointing an Assistant Chief Administrative Officer and a Chief Financial Officer. The c...
NOTE: While these reports have been taken straight from the Sheriff's Office, individuals are innocent until proven guilty. These addresses reveal the block number, not an exact location. September 16 4100 blk Holly Ln. Grand theft: money/labor/property 500 blk De Luz Rd. Take vehicle without owner's consent/vehicle theft 700 blk Alturas Ln. Take vehicle without owner's consent/vehicle theft 1700 blk Reche Rd. Criminal threats - Misc. incidents 300 blk E. Alvarado St. Found property September 17 1700 blk Green Briar Cir.... Full story
