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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UC San Diego Health and the Tri-City Healthcare District are at a critical juncture in their negotiations aimed at revitalizing the financially troubled Tri-City Medical Center, nearly nine months after their collaboration began, according to the San Diego Union Tribune. Initially anticipated to conclude by March's end, the talks have extended well beyond expectations, prompting the Tri-City board to take decisive action during a special meeting on Friday. Dr. Gene Ma, CEO of... Full story
California is making nearly $300 million available to locals to help move even more individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness from encampments into housing. This new round of funding builds on the $415 million the state has already awarded to cities, counties, and continuums of care to clean up encampments and house people living on the street. To date, California has provided $415 million to locals to move people from encampments into housing and get those encampments...
In the bustling parking lot where Grocery Outlet and Bank of America stand on S. Main Ave., a new wave of green technology is taking shape. Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are being installed, marking a step towards sustainability for the community. However, the exact date when these stations will be ready for use remains a mystery. "We install the stations and the rest is up to SDGE. They are the ones that provide the power to the stations," said one of the... Full story
Brian Francis Zielinski, the transient arrested for murder in Fallbrook on Feb. 9, 2024, had a hearing in Federal Court in San Diego on Friday, July 12. The judge ruled him incompetent to stand trial at this time. Zielinski appeared sober and somber at the hearing, presenting a stark contrast to his demeanor in February. However, after determining the defendant not currently mentally competent to stand trial, she encouraged the public defender to ensure Zielinski continues...
The Fallbrook Community Planning Group did not take a vote in favor or against a proposal to install automated license plate readers and high-resolution traffic cameras in Fallbrook to address illegal and dangerous driving behaviors, but those who attended the Monday, July 15, meeting were able to fill out a survey indicating whether they favor or oppose such cameras. “Some people think it’s an invasion of their privacy and others think it’s a very important law enforcement tool,” planning group chair Eileen Delaney said. L...
This year, North County Fire Protection District firefighter/paramedic Zach Cain was fourth in the Firefighter Demolition Derby, which was part of the San Diego County Fair, but he had a more significant achievement. The Firefighter Demolition Derby raises money for the Burn Institute. The Hard Charger Award is given to the fire department which raised the most money for the Burn Institute, and the North County Fire Protection District received this year's Hard Charger Award....
During the October 2003 wildfires, most of the fatalities were citizens who were trying to evacuate but were caught in traffic on congested roads. The October 2007 Rice Fire, which forced the evacuation of most of Fallbrook, also closed Interstate 15, so Fallbrook residents had to evacuate through Camp Pendleton and had long wait times to evacuate. A new product from a San Diego company called Genasys will assess risk and road conditions at neighborhood levels and minimize the need for citizens to evacuate. “We can more p...
Sailors are some of the most highly trained people on the planet, and this training begins at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes, otherwise known as boot camp. Every enlisted sailor starts their Navy journey at boot camp at Naval Station Great Lakes in Illinois. Petty Officer 1st Class Samantha Chavez, a native of Fallbrook, is currently stationed at NSGL as an instructor with Naval Education and Training Command. Chavez graduated from Fallbrook High School in 2017 and...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook A Leer (Read in Fallbrook) is celebrating its 20th annual day of literacy and service on Saturday, July 27 and is honored to announce Manuel H. Bernal, president of the Cesar Chavez Foundation, as the event keynote speaker. Student winners of the poetry and essay contests will also be recognized, and one lucky family will receive a donated computer and printer. The event will be held at Maie Ellis Elementary School at 400 W. Elder St. and is held in h...
FALLBROOK – Many in the community celebrated July 4th by attending the Rotary Club of Fallbrook's Pancake Breakfast and Celebration held at the Fallbrook Community Center. Breakfast, consisting of pancakes, sausage, orange slices, coffee, and orange juice was served to 341 guests, an increase from last year's 295 guests. Major Market provided much support associated with the food acquisition and preparation. Attendees enjoyed the opening program that included the P...
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. July 13 100 blk S. Mercedes Rd. Grand theft: money/labor/property July 14 1100 blk E. Mission Rd. Medical Examiners case - Death July 15 35800 blk Bay Sable Ln. Assist other agency - Death 3400 blk S. Old Hwy 395 Arrest - Traffic stop - Expired registration, driving without valid driver's license, possess controlled substance and... Full story
SAN DIEGO – The importance of graduate fellowships cannot be overstated for students who want to break through financial barriers and access advanced degrees. For Edgar Leon, a fellowship was his ticket to a brighter future. A fellowship helped bridge the gap for Leon, a second-year full-time MBA student from Fallbrook. "I've had an interesting journey – if you were to ask people that I grew up with whether I would be where I am now, they probably would not believe it," Leon s...
July 24, 2024, 3:54 PM A single-vehicle accident occurred this afternoon when a dark blue truck, possibly a Chevrolet Silverado, veered off the right-hand side of the road and crashed into trees, authorities reported. The incident was first reported at 2:54 p.m. when a caller informed dispatch that the truck had gone off the road and down into a ditch. The driver, a male, was initially reported to be trapped inside the vehicle but had rolled down the window to inform a... Full story
A woman was detained and taken into custody at the Fallbrook substation this morning after a 245 Assault with a Deadly Weapon call at 8:41 am in the 300 block of W. Clemmens in Fallbrook. Fallbrook Sheriff's responded as well as an ASTREA helicopter. The ASTREA announcement pertained to a 27-year-old Hispanic female with a red flannel jacket. The woman was found and expected to be charged, according to Fallbrook Sheriff Lt. McNeal. There were no injuries reported. "It was a... Full story
The Rainbow Municipal Water District adopted its 2024-25 budget. Rainbow’s board voted 5-0 June 25 to adopt the budget. The budget anticipates $54,278,800 of water and wastewater revenue and $57,163,770 of expenditures including $5,952,369 in capital projects, $4,803,090 of debt service, and $3,409,709 for the initial exit fee payment for the detachment of Rainbow from the San Diego County Water Authority. A 4-1 vote at the May 28 Rainbow board meeting, with Michael Mack opposed, recommended $931,000 of reductions in the p...
Our little "Friendly Village" recently had a visit from one of our state's most influential elected officials. On July 12, California State Treasurer Fiona Ma spent nearly the entire day in our community, meeting local elected officials from each of the community's special districts and school districts at a luncheon, touring an avocado packing facility, an avocado grove, two fire stations, and culminating in an evening wine tasting event hosted by the Fallbrook Democratic...
On Thursday afternoon, the 11th of July, the Fallbrook Quilt Guild (FQG) hosted an event honoring veterans at the Fallbrook Community Health and Wellness Center. Through the help of donations, the FQG gifted beautifully designed quilts for the attending veterans. The veterans who were awarded are Bob Monarez, Cynthia Monarez, Justin Luczyk, Jerry Edwards, Randy Newcomg, Mike Burgener, Art Blodgett, Lloyd Prosser, Joe Anguiano, Larry Fox, George Brown, Dale Gilbert, Tom Frew, a...
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. July 7 200 blk S. Brandon Rd. Arrest - Subject stop - Driving without a valid drivers license 1100 blk S. Mission Rd. Arrest - Assault with deadly weapon: not a firearm 400 blk Ammunition Rd. Simple battery 5700 blk Camino Del Rey Arrest - Threaten crime with intent to terrorize July 8 1300 blk E. Mission Rd. Arrest - Contempt of court:... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook AAUW hosted a SunUpper at the Fallbrook Chamber. Guests enjoyed a feast as they met various members who told them about the club's activities. New flyers had been created to explain everything about AAUW and a few visitors indicated interest in joining the group. Submitted by Fallbrook AAUW....
Two separate 5-0 Rainbow Municipal Water District board votes June 25 approved an increase for water and wastewater rates and an increase in capacity fees. Water rates will increase by approximately 4.5% while wastewater rates will be increased by 13%. The first capacity fee increase in seven years will be 26.4%. In November 1996, the state's voters passed Proposition 218, which requires a public vote on benefit assessments but exempts water and sewer rate increases if a cost of service study shows a relationship between the...
The grant agreement between the North County Fire Protection District and the Fallbrook Regional Health District has been revised. The health care district had been funding half of the cost of new and refurbished NCFPD ambulances including equipment. A 5-0 NCFPD board vote Tuesday, June 25, approved the new agreement in which the health care district will provide a flat grant award of $200,000 per fiscal year for the ambulance replacements. “That was good,” NCFPD fire chief Keith McReynolds said. Fallbrook Hospital clo...
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. July 1 800 blk Olive Ave. Arrest - Cover - Code 3 - Possession of narcotic controlled substance and controlled substance, felon possessing/buying/using stun gun, threatening executive officer with violence 300 blk E. Mission Rd. Petty theft - From building July 2 Pala Rd. & Horse Creek Ranch Rd. (2) Arrests - (1) Driving while license... Full story
