http://www.thevillagenews.com The Fallbrook/Bonsall local source for news. en-en All contents copyright The Fallbrook Village News (c)2010 editor@thevillagenews.com (Village News Editor) http://www.thevillagenews.com/images/logo_new.jpg http://www.thevillagenews.com http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46169/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46169/ See Image.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:04:00 -0700 Faith Matters http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46169/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46166/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46166/ That Jeanne and Joe Cusimano met was serendipitous. They both happened to be at the same credit union office. Both were seeking car loans. While seated in the waiting area, she was nice enough to allow him to strike up a conversation about new cars. The rest is a rich and memorable history of romance, children and fast vintage cars. They have been married for 18 years and between them have four children and nine grandchildren.Joe has always been interested in vintage cars. While in Orange County... editor@thevillagenews.com(Doug Allen) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:02:00 -0700 Motor Scene http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46166/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46158/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46158/ BONSALL Sullivan Middle School, the Bonsall Union School District Board of Trustees, and Superintendent Justin Cunningham were honored recently in Sacramento for raising student achievement and generating valuable new programs at the middle school.The California Middle Grades Alliance 2010 Recognition and Appreciation Luncheon was held February 25, to recognize schools and school districts throughout the state for outstanding achievements.This award is a credit to our board, and to the staff at... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:58:00 -0700 Education http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46158/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46152/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46152/ FALLBROOK On Tuesday, March 30, the Fallbrook Garden Club will present a sneak preview of Bert Kerseys new video, Bring on the Birds, a look at the birds of California. The club meets at the Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Lane, with social time starting at 12:30 p.m. and the meeting at 1 p.m.While featuring birds of the entire state, a major portion of the video was shot in Fallbrook and other areas of San Diego County.Kersey is a self-proclaimed birdeographer who discovered weekend bird... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:43:00 -0700 Home Garden http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46152/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46144/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46144/ See Image Gallery.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:31:00 -0700 Sports http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46144/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46139/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46139/ FALLBROOK Two Wheels, a Digital Sensor and a Little Imagination is the title of Chuck Boatmans photo presentation at the Fallbrook Camera Club meeting on March 15 at 7:30 p.m. The club meets at Silvergate Retirement Residence in the second floor community room, 420 Elbrook Drive. The program highlights his recent trip by motorcycle to the upper Midwest and back.Photos in his program include shots of Seligman, Arizonas Roadkill (You Kill It, We Grill It) Cafe; Santa Fe, NM, with the 1873 Loretto... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:06:00 -0700 Entertainment http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46139/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46135/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46135/ When Bob Franck retired from a longtime career in public safety, he decided it was the perfect opportunity to build a new, different career. He invested in one of the most trusted names in the hobby industry: HobbyTown USA.Its been very rewarding, said Franck, who opened his Temecula business in 2006.Franck was drawn to the fact that HobbyTown offers toys for all ages. His oldest customer, he said, is a World War II Bomber veteran.While we do cater to the entry level hobbyist, we are able to tak... editor@thevillagenews.com(Christina Macone-Greene) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:45:00 -0700 Business http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46135/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46130/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46130/ FALLBROOK Walt Combs, M.D., is no stranger to the hardships people in Haiti face daily. He has been there 40 times over the last 14 years, volunteering his expertise as a primary care physician.From the first time I was there, I was completely hooked and could not help but return, he said.Combs knew he was needed again when the quake struck Haiti on January 12. Working with The Haiti Endowment Fund, an organization that has been helping the Haitian city of Hinche for decades, he helped organize... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:43:00 -0700 Health Fitness http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46130/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46113/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46113/ Her adoption fee includes spaying, microchipping, and vaccinations. For more information, contact The Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary at (760) 685-3533, or visit www.fallbrookanimalsanctuary.org.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:45:00 -0700 Pets of the Week http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46113/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46089/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46089/ See Image Gallery.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:47:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46089/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46245/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46245/ LOS ANGELES - United States Attorney Karen Hewitt has announced that James Matthews, 59, owner of Matthews Plastering, Inc. in Fallbrook, pled guilty on March 11, 2010 before United States Magistrate Judge William McCurine, Jr. to one count of tax evasion, in violation of Title 26, United States Code, Section 7201, for tax year 2004. The plea is subject to final acceptance by United States District Court Judge Jeffrey T. Miller before or at the time of sentencing.According to the plea agreement,... editor@thevillagenews.com() Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:02:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46245/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46240/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46240/ SAN DIEGO - Trial was delayed until July 27 for a Camp Pendleton Marine accused of shaking and dropping his infant son, causing blindness in one eye. James Lewis Charles, 31, is charged with felony child abuse and allegations he caused great bodily injury. If convicted, he faces up to 22 years in prison. Judge David Danielsen agreed today to put off the trial because a key defense witness was unavailable. Charles was arrested in December 2008 after he took his son to a hospital. During ... editor@thevillagenews.com() Mon, 15 Mar 2010 06:38:00 -0700 Sheriff Blotter http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46240/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46243/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46243/ BONSALL - A senior citizen was killed this morning in a fire that engulfed a single- wide trailer in a rural North County community, authorities reported. The blaze in the 31000 block of Rancho Amigos Road in the Bonsall area was reported shortly after 7:30 a.m., according to Cal Fire. While extinguishing the flames, crews found the body of a man believed to be 80 years old, sheriff's Lt. Harold Turner said. The victim's name was not immediately available. The cause of the fire was under ... editor@thevillagenews.com(Andrea Verdin) Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:41:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46243/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46242/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46242/ Two individuals are recovering at a nearby hospital after being stabbed outside of a local bar late last night.According to Sheriff's Lt. Phil Brust, two victims were stabbed outside of the bar located on the 1400 block of South Mission Road after a scuffle that occurred around midnight inside of the bar.Brust said two to three adults attacked the victims giving them significant stab wounds, then fled the scene. Their race and age are still undetermined.The victims were transported to a nearby h... editor@thevillagenews.com(Andrea Verdin) Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:08:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46242/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46241/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46241/ CORONADO - The Coronado-based Naval Special Warfare Recruiting Directorate was reported today to be heavily recruiting high school and college-level water polo players to be Navy SEALs. The recruitment effort is based on a nearly $500,000 Gallup study commissioned by the Navy, The San Diego Union-Tribune reported. The study finds water polo players are most likely to pass the elite unit's rigorous 21-week training program, which has a dropout rate of about 67 percent, according to the newspa... editor@thevillagenews.com() Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:07:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46241/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46239/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46239/ SAN CLEMENTE - Southern California's only big nuclear reactor complex remains throttled down to just 25 percent of its power capacity, as its owner saves fuel to meet power demands next summer, it was reported today. The San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, on the San Diego-Orange county line, has one nuclear reactor working at half capacity, and the other shut off completely, the San Diego Union-Tribune reported. The plant's Unit 3 will remain at half capacity for about 45 days and will ... editor@thevillagenews.com() Mon, 15 Mar 2010 06:22:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46239/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46237/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46237/ POWAY - Volunteers handed out sunflowers to an overflow crowd of more than 6,000 mourners arriving at Poway High School today to honor slain teenager Chelsea King, described by her principal as a ''shining light'' that the community must make sure is never extinguished. Family, friends, classmates and throngs of others sat beneath her giant image over the football stadium grandstand, as the sun beamed through cloudy skies. Poway High School Principal Scott Fisher, speaking from a stage festo... editor@thevillagenews.com() Sat, 13 Mar 2010 10:35:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46237/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46176/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46176/ A Fallbrook man was arrested after his wife caught him looking at alleged child pornography on his computer was arrested March 11.Todd David Norton, 43, was arrested at his home in the 4100 block of Deluz Road Thursday afternoon after deputies executed a search warrant and found alleged child pornography on his computer, said Fallbrook Sheriff's Detective Dan Laibach.Norton's wife called authorities Monday to say that she had left her husband of four years and had taken their four-year-old child... editor@thevillagenews.com() Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:16:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46176/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46172/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46172/ FALLBROOK Local couples can learn what it takes to make and keep a marriage great in a seminar starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 19 and from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 20 at the Fallbrook Seventh Day Adventist Church.Presenters will share the secrets of a good marriage and talk about some of the big issues that can derail a marriage Lunch is free and childcare will be provided.To register, call (760) 723-7733 or see www.lifestyle.org.The church is located at 1200 Old Highway 39... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:06:00 -0700 Faith Matters http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46172/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46170/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46170/ FALLBROOK Christ the King Lutheran Church is hosting a Courage 2B You (C2BU) musical concert on Saturday, March 20 at 6 p.m. to bring awareness to a tragic situation in this country in which children are being sold for sex.Despite dealing with a difficult topic, the concert is full of hope and will appeal to a wide variety of ages. The song Believe in Me has been turned into a music video that tells the story of a child who gets caught up in the world of sex trafficking.The music video and a CD... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:05:00 -0700 Faith Matters http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46170/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46171/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46171/ The words of a talebearer are like tasty trifles, And they go down into the inmost body. -Proverbs 18:8Oh my, this proverb is too true! How often have we listened with smacking lips enjoying some little word of gossip like a tasty truffle? And then we swallow it up, moving that word of gossip from our smacking lips to our innermost self, not even knowing if this little item of interest is even true. Like the old saying says, A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips. Once we have enjoyed tha... editor@thevillagenews.com(Marilyn Arledge) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:05:00 -0700 Faith Matters http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46171/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46168/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46168/ See Image.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:04:00 -0700 Motor Scene http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46168/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46167/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46167/ See Image.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:03:00 -0700 Motor Scene http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46167/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46163/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46163/ FALLBROOK - On Friday, February 26, Live Oak Students had the opportunity to listen to several professionals talk about their careers and educational history on Career Day.Because Live Oak is an AVID school, (AVID stands for AdvancingVia Individual Determination),students focus on being college ready. There is no better way to prepare for college than being exposed to different careers and opportunities.Musicians, dentists, doctors, veterinarians, flight attendants, architects and several other ... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:01:00 -0700 Education http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46163/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46164/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46164/ It is no secret that California schools are enduring greater budget cuts year after year. The annual reduction and reallocation of funds throughout our district challenges our schools in a variety of ways. Often times, the community can feel misinformed or confused by the various streams of information that trickle through the grapevine about the shape our schools are in. Id like to begin to change that by better informing the community about our elementary schools.All too often, the deficits an... editor@thevillagenews.com(Brian Jacobs, Ed.D.) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:01:00 -0700 Education http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46164/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46165/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46165/ BOSTON, Mass. Gabriela F. Diller, a resident of Bonsall, has recently been named to the Deans List at Boston University for the fall semester. Boston University is the fourth largest independent university in the United States, with an enrollment of more than 29,000 students in its 17 schools and colleges. The university offers an exceptional grounding in the liberal arts, a broad range of programs in the arts, sciences, engineering, and professional areas, and state-of-the-art facilities for t... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:01:00 -0700 Education http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46165/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46161/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46161/ RALEIGH, NC North Carolina State University has named 53 Park Scholars for the Class of 2014, including Wade Leland Colburn, son of Steven and Karen Colburn of Fallbrook.These exceptional young women and men were selected based on their potential in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service and character. The Park Scholarship is valued at $80,000 for residents of North Carolina and $135,000 for students from other states.Colburn will graduate from Fallbrook Union High School where he has se... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:00:00 -0700 Education http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46161/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46162/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46162/ Famed parenting expert and author Fred Becker met with Pendleton parents to address child-raising hardships during a workshop at the bases San Luis Rey Officers Club, Feb. 18.More than 50 residents attended the Chaplains Religious Enrichment Development Operation Parent Management workshop and listened to the popular parenting gurus guidance and developmental techniques.Effective parents are parents first and a childs friend second, said Frederick B. Becker, leading parenting consultant, famed a... editor@thevillagenews.com(Lance Cpl. Daniel Boothe) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:00:00 -0700 Education http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46162/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46160/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46160/ FALLBROOK Students in Iowa Street Schools Core Program collected shoes for their Soles for Souls program inspired by the needs of the people in Haiti after the devastating earthquake. The shoes will be delivered to Hansens Sporting Goods in Encinitas for shipment to Haiti. When asked why she wanted to do this, Madi said, I think if we had a really bad earthquake, everyone would help us. I think we should all do our part to help the people in Haiti.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:59:00 -0700 Education http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46160/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46157/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46157/ The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved a Major Use Permit modification and Specific Plan Amendment which will allow for the renovation and expansion of the clubhouse at the Vista Valley Country Club.The supervisors 5-0 vote February 24 allows for an increase in the square footage of the clubhouse from approximately 17,000 square feet to approximately 39,200 square feet but does not increase the capacity of the golf course, the food and beverage services, or the existing golf and soci... editor@thevillagenews.com(Joe Naiman) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:58:00 -0700 Real Estate http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46157/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46159/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46159/ FALLBROOK Potter Junior High students Alejandro Estrada, eigth grade, and Jennifer Martinez, seventh grade, were introduced at a Rotary Club of Fallbrook luncheon as Fairness Students of the Month by Potter Principal Dr. Tere Petersen, herself a Rotarian in the Fallbrook Village Club.Of Estrada, Petersen said, He can be counted on to do the fair and right thing all the time. He will make sure that all people are included and have an equal opportunity in class.Of Martinez, Dr. Petersen said, She... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:58:00 -0700 Education http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46159/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46156/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46156/ FALLBROOK The Fallbrook Village Rotary awarded a $1,000 grant last month to Keep Fallbrook Clean and Green (KFCG) for the continuing operation of its household battery recycling program. The donation will enable KFCG to recycle almost one ton of batteries. That translates into one less ton of materials in local landfills and, even more importantly, one less ton of hazardous chemicals that can seep into the soil and groundwater supplies.The Fallbrook Village Rotary has also recently established ... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:57:00 -0700 Real Estate http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46156/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46153/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46153/ FALLBROOK Local gardeners can hone up their hoes and fertilize their furrows because the 15th annual Country Garden Tour of Fallbrook is rounding up gardens for this years event.Jeff Nelson, an American Association of University Women member and chairperson for the tour, is on the lookout for gardens, be they xeroscape, tropical, California native or exotic.Anyone who loves to garden and wants to show off their handiwork can call Nelson at (760) 451-9532 or (808) 640-9342.The Country Garden Tou... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:56:00 -0700 Home Garden http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46153/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46154/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46154/ FALLBROOK Some homes are a fire waiting to happen. CAL Fife advises everyone to make their homes fire safe today. They should remove trash, check for overloaded circuits and frayed wires. It is surprising how quickly a fire hazard can develop without anyone noticing.Boxes and clothing piled next to the furnace/heater, water heater or clothes dryer should be removed. Ashtrays should never be emptied at night but set aside until morning.Dont give fire a place to start. Be fire safe, not sorry!... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:56:00 -0700 Home Garden http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46154/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46155/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46155/ National Arbor Day is celebrated in California from March 7 through 14 every year, and the movement has been growing strong since the first Arbor Day back in 1872 in the state of Nebraska. Californias state tree is the glorious redwood, one of the tallest redwoods in the world and found in northern California.Every state in the Union, from Alabama to Wyoming, sets aside a date or a week for the planting of trees throughout their state. It begins as early as November in Hawaii, and ends in Maine ... editor@thevillagenews.com(Roger Boddaert) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:56:00 -0700 Home Garden http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46155/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46151/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46151/ See Image Gallery.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:39:00 -0700 Sports http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46151/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46149/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46149/ Bonsalls Hailey Johnson twice reached quarterfinal rounds at the Copper Bowl tennis tournament January 2-7 in Tucson.Johnson and Murrietas Meghan Sheehan Dizon reached the quarterfinals of the girls under-18 doubles competition while Johnson advanced to the consolation quarterfinals of the girls under-18 singles division.It was a pretty good tournament, Johnson said. I got to play a lot of matches.The doubles competition consisted of one set played to eight games. We played really great doubles,... editor@thevillagenews.com(Joe Naiman) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:38:00 -0700 Sports http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46149/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46150/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46150/ Many dream of earning a championship title, but few will.Camp Pendleton Gunnery Sgt. Ignacio Ramirezlazos shattered the glass roof of this dream last year after his son inspired him to wrestle his way to the top.Its pretty hard to be a single dad in the Marine Corps, said Ramirezlazos, who currently serves as the training staff noncommissioned officer, Installation Personnel Administration Center, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. I did it to set the example for my son and to show him that the p... editor@thevillagenews.com(Lance Cpl. Daniel Boothe) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:38:00 -0700 Sports http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46150/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46148/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46148/ The Fallbrook Youth Rugby Club will hold a rummage sale Saturday, March 13, at Fallbrook High Schools agriculture department parking lot.The rummage sale will take place from 8:30 a.m. to approximately 3 p.m. regardless of weather conditions. All proceeds will be used to fund playoff trips for the under-19 boys team (which also plays as the high school team) and the under-19 girls team.The Fallbrook Youth Rugby Club fields teams for both club competition and the high school season. The high scho... editor@thevillagenews.com(Joe Naiman) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:37:00 -0700 Sports http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46148/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46145/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46145/ Fallbrook High Schools boys tennis team opened the 2010 season with an 18-0 win March 4 at Valley Center High School.Ive got a lot of new kids playing doubles, said Fallbrook coach Bill Lenaway. It was kind of a good match to break those kids in.Fallbrooks three singles players, senior Jonathan Wechter, junior Sho Adachi, and junior Spencer Merchat, were all on the varsity in 2009. The returning players also include three juniors who will play doubles for the Warriors this year, Stuart Henderson... editor@thevillagenews.com(Joe Naiman) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:34:00 -0700 Sports http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46145/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46146/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46146/ The Guac Girls indoor field hockey team consisting of Fallbrook High School sophomores and juniors reached the North County Indoor League finals before a loss in the championship game to an all-star team that included three Fallbrook High School seniors.The girls played a very hard game and matched up against an all-star senior team. They did great, said Guac Girls coach Kathy Waite. I cant complain at all. They played fine. They played hard; they played to the end, and they did their best.The t... editor@thevillagenews.com(Joe Naiman) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:34:00 -0700 Sports http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46146/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46147/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46147/ See Image Gallery.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:34:00 -0700 Sports http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46147/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46143/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46143/ FALLBROOKThe Friends of the Fallbrook Library (FOFL) invites all eager readers to join them in the upcoming Book Talk on Thursday, March 25 at 2 p.m. The MasieDobbs series by author Jacqueline Winspear will be discussed. There are several selections by Winspear in the Fallbrook Library to choose from. Leading the discussion will be Judy Dorrenbacher and Gloria Mattson, members of the FOFL. Even if those who havent read any of the books can come anyway and perhaps theyll be inspired to do so. ... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:31:00 -0700 Entertainment http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46143/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46142/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46142/ See Image.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:25:00 -0700 Entertainment http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46142/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46141/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46141/ Upon entering through any of Camp Pendletons seven gates, visitors and new service members may be surprised at all the familiar eateries the base offers its patrons.Through Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS), the base is able to bring a touch of home through a variety of commercial dining options within its boundaries.The base currently offers a variety of dining options that includes everything from traditional American foods like barbecue, hamburgers, sandwiches and pizza, to more exotic f... editor@thevillagenews.com(Lance Cpl. Mike Atchue) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:15:00 -0700 Entertainment http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46141/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46138/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46138/ FALLBROOK Local makeup artist and hair designer Tasha Dubreuil has been named a Master Educator for Mirabella Beauty, the leading line of professional cosmetics used by salon professionals. Dubreuil recently completed the first Master Educator Colour Academy at the companys international headquarters in Santa Clarita, Calif. She is one of just nine beauty professionals in the country who have earned this prestigious honor.During the Master Educator Colour Academy, Dubreuil completed advanced co... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:05:00 -0700 Business http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46138/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46137/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46137/ Fallbrook Public Utility District engineering manager Mike Page retired from FPUD February 5.Including his employment with the Fallbrook Sanitary District prior to that districts merger with FPUD, Page spent nearly 23 years with the utility district.I really enjoyed working with FPUD a lot. I loved my job, Page said. Just time to move on with my life.Although Pages primary water activities are now recreational, he has agreed to spend some additional time at FPUD as a consultant.Mike has been a h... editor@thevillagenews.com(Joe Naiman) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:49:00 -0700 Business http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46137/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46136/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46136/ See Image.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:48:00 -0700 Business http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46136/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46132/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46132/ Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) challenged Camp Pendletons occupants to jump start their hearts with individual jump rope competitions that raised awareness of heart health, Feb. 17.In honor of Februarys American Heart Month, MCCS Semper Fit Division is making an effort to remind all service members, their families and Department of Defense employees to keep their hearts healthy.The heart is an involuntary muscle that can often be taken for granted, said Cari Gordonne, fitness programs su... editor@thevillagenews.com(Lance Cpl. Mike Atchue) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:45:00 -0700 Health Fitness http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46132/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46133/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46133/ FALLBROOK The Fallbrook Diabetes Support Group will meet on Wednesday, March 24, from 2 to 3 p.m. at Regency Fallbrook, located at 609 East Elder St. in Fallbrook.Part II of a presentation about diabetes medications will be given by Elaine Simon, RN, MSN, FNP, CDE.People with diabetes as well as their family support are invited to this free event. Questions may be addressed to the education department at Fallbrook Hospital (760) 731-8246.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:45:00 -0700 Health Fitness http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46133/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46134/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46134/ FALLBROOK The Fallbrook Hospital Auxiliary Courier Service takes patients to their doctor, dentist, hospital and physical therapy appointments.The volunteer schedule is tailored to each volunteers own hours. The Auxiliary is looking for volunteers who can give two hours a week, month or day, even half a day.If interested, call Marilyn Qualls, dispatcher, at (760) 723-1019 or (760) 599-3397 and leave a message.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:45:00 -0700 Health Fitness http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46134/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46131/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46131/ FALLBROOK The Foundation for Senior Care is partnering with Fallbrook Home Health and Hospice to host an education seminar for seniors and caregivers at the Foundations Senior-Adult Day Care Center on Tuesday, March 23, from 2 to 3 p.m.Referred by Fallbrook Home Health and Hospice, Licensed Nurse and Speaker Michelle Tyler will discuss Fall Prevention as there are many techniques one can use to reduce the risk of falling.Tyler, a graduate of the University of Maryland with Honors in Sociology a... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:44:00 -0700 Health Fitness http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46131/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46129/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46129/ See Image Gallery.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:37:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46129/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46125/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46125/ Bonita J. Barker, 83, passed away March 3, 2010 in Fallbrook, Calif. Born April 12, 1926 in Ponca City, Okla., Bonita spent her childhood in Maysville, Okla. before moving with her family to Imperial Valley when she was 16 years old.In 1943 she married Eddie Chaffin of Calipatria, Calif., and they were part of the Roy Chaffin and Sons ranching operation. Together they had three children, eventually moving their family to Fallbrook in 1961.Bonita was a dedicated mother, grandmother and great gran... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:00:00 -0700 Obituaries http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46125/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46126/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46126/ Feb. 24Little Ross Rd.Residential BurglarySnow CreekHarassing/Annoying Phone CallsAlturas Rd.Vehicular BurglaryFeb. 25Mission Rd. Stolen VehicleW. Aviation Rd. Arrest: Possession of MarijuanaMain Ave.Arrest: Possession of MarijuanaFeb. 26E. Fallbrook St.Petty TheftS. Stage Coach Ln.Arrest: Possession of Controlled SubstanceS. Stage Coach Ln.Arrest: Use/Under Influence of DrugsW. ClemmensArrest: Drunk in PublicFeb. 27E. Alvarado Rd.StalkingS. Main Ave.Arrest: Stolen VehicleW. ClemmensVehicular Bu... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:00:00 -0700 Sheriff Blotter http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46126/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46124/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46124/ Harold Siva, Sr., 79, passed away on February 27, 2010 in Pala of cancer.Harold is survived by his wife of 54 years JoAnn Siva of Fallbrook; children Harold Siva Jr. of Rincon, Annemarie Siva of Rincon, Natalia Siva of Rincon, Gerald (Sallie) Siva of Rincon, Greg (Sherry) Siva of Pala and Joe (Jeanine) Siva of Rincon; 13 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. His family was the joy of his life.Harold was born on May 5, 1930 in Pala, where he grew up. He attended school at the Sherman Indian Sc... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:59:00 -0700 Obituaries http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46124/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46122/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46122/ ESCONDIDO The San Diego Archaeological Center is pleased to present Second-Saturday speaker Scott Kardel, public affairs coordinator for Caltechs Palomar Observatory, on Saturday, March 13 from 11 a.m. to noon. Since 2003, Kardel has directed the observatorys public outreach program. He has been a featured speaker across the United States giving talks on general astronomy, light pollution, and the history of Palomar Observatory. He holds a Masters degree in astronomy from the University of Ariz... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:57:00 -0700 Out and About http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46122/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46121/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46121/ Service members, civilian employees and families of Camp Pendleton had the opportunity to view a special screening of The Pacific, part one of a 10-part Home Box Office series, Feb. 26. The program a miniseries based on World War II and is scheduled to premier on television March 14.The show was introduced by retired Marine, Capt. Dale Dye, series consultant and co-director. Dye worked as a unit director, shooting the series major battle scenes. He is also a seasoned actor who can be seen in fil... editor@thevillagenews.com(Sgt. Michael T. Knight) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:56:00 -0700 Out and About http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46121/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46102/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46102/ Every once in a while you run across someone who seems to epitomize the very essence of care, quality and honesty.I recently had the opportunity to experience this in one of your own professionals.Doctor Richard Goble, D.D.S., in your lovely Fallbrook, is one of these people. While visiting relatives in the area recently I needed some emergency dental work. I did not know what I did not know (smile), until this caring professional went above and beyond to make my experience an exceptional one.No... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:10:00 -0700 Opinion http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46102/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46103/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46103/ It is rare that one student wins both the yearly chess tournaments at Potter, but it has happened again. Potter Junior High just finished its Friendly February Chess Tournament. Nick Stead is our champion with 15 wins.Last fall, in our November Turkey Tournament, Nick Stead was our winner also. First prize was a free turkey donated by Major Market. These two tournaments are held each year in my class at lunch. The kids love the excitement.Thanks to all who have supported the Potter Chess Club fo... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:10:00 -0700 Opinion http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46103/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46100/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46100/ America is a special place, where someone you may not know will give you their blood, or provide you with shelter. In 1943, President Roosevelt recognized the American Red Cross as a true reflection of that humanitarian, volunteer spirit and proclaimed March as Red Cross Month, a tradition continued by every president since then.The day-to-day work of the Red Cross is centered on communities like ours and done by volunteers. This year, 1,500 of our neighbors volunteered for the Red Cross and res... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:09:00 -0700 Opinion http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46100/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46101/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46101/ The context of my letter of Feb. 18 referred to by Kimberly Hicks was apparently at least partly misunderstood. My purpose is to point to the near-daily publicity by gay/lesbian groups or individuals that they are being discriminated. That is not true; the outcry by gay groups and liberal press is/has hurt the military.Gene Thomas Gomulka, Capt, CHG, USN (Ret) lettered recently to Admiral Mike Mullen, Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff, Pentagon, Washington DC, observing: I believe you underestimat... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:09:00 -0700 Opinion http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46101/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46099/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46099/ Mr. Limpus, it is regrettable you have been unable to find closure within your heart even after the AIDS related death of your elderly childhood acquaintance. His existence as a gay man seems to have troubled you all your many years, but now that he has departed, only you can bring understanding in your own heart. It is often hard for us of the oldest generation to change our way of thinking, but we can reach out, even to those who have died, and find enlightenment.You apologized for stepping on... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:08:00 -0700 Opinion http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46099/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46098/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46098/ FALLBROOK A free womens self defense workshop is being given by United Studios of Self Defense on March 21 at 2:30 p.m. at its studio in the Major Market shopping center. The staff will be teaching self defense techniques that are basic and effective. Principles such as move, yell, strike, escape, leave and find help will be the main focus in the two hour and thirty minute class.For more information, call (760) 723-7815 or stop by to register.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:07:00 -0700 Announcements http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46098/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46093/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46093/ FALLBROOK Fallbrook High Schools Bob Burton Center for the Performing Arts will rock on Saturday evening, Mar. 20 from 7 to 10 p.m. when Rockola, a nationally-known classic rock band performs a benefit concert to assist the Fallbrook Food Pantry and Fallbrook High School band and madrigals programs.Playing the music of the 60s and 70s, Rockola artists will bring student musicians and singers from the Fallbrook High music programs on stage to perform select songs with the band.Tickets can be pur... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:05:00 -0700 Announcements http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46093/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46094/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46094/ FALLBROOK The Fallbrook Citizens Crime Prevention Committee will be featuring Rudi Rudisell, gang expert, speaking on community strategies to gang problems. This free public meeting will be on March 30 at Zion Lutheran Churchs Social Hall, 1405 E. Fallbrook Street at 7 p.m.Rudisell is a 16 year law enforcement veteran who has worked extensively in the area of local gangs and is a recognized expert in this field. His gang expertise has been recognized and honored by the California State Supreme ... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:05:00 -0700 Announcements http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46094/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46095/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46095/ FALLBOOK The huge rummage sale sponsored by Fallbrook Womens Connection, has been re-scheduled due to the rain expected last Saturday.The sale will now be held in Albertsons parking lot in Fallbrook on Saturday, March 13, from 7 to 11 a.m.The sale will raise funds to support the emotional needs of military families during a deployment. Everyone is invited to enjoy a morning of low-low priced items such as clothing, shoes, accessories, household, dcor, bedding, toys, athletic, books and furnitur... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:05:00 -0700 Announcements http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46095/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46096/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46096/ FALLBROOK The Fallbrook Historical Reche Schoolhouse Community Garage Sale/Craft Fair and Silent Auction are scheduled for Saturday, April 24, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will happen at the schoolhouse, l3l9 South Live Oak Park Road. Space rental costs $25. Refreshments will be on sale. Proceeds will benefit the upkeep/maintenance of the school. For information, telephone (760) 728-0301.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:05:00 -0700 Announcements http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46096/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46091/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46091/ The monthly meeting of Save Our Southwest Hills will be held Thursday, March 18 at 7 p.m. at Rancho California Water District at 42135 Winchester Rd Attorney Ray Johnson will be speaking about the bills (SB 1010 and AB 1805) that threaten the future of the existing California Environmental Quality Act. Another, lighter, subject will be the award being presented to the movie, Avatar and its writer and director, James Cameron, the Temecula Environmental Award for Outstanding Social responsibility ... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:04:00 -0700 Announcements http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46091/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46092/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46092/ FALLBROOK Fallbrook Hospitals Senior Circle will be celebrating its tenth anniversary on St. Patricks Day, Wednesday, March 17 from 2 to 3 p.m. Go Green and join in on the fun!Dr. Daniel Manring, M.D., member of Fallbrook Hospital Medical Staff, and Pat Smorzewski, Director of Fallbrook Home Health and Hospice, will present Discover the Gold of Home Health Care: A Medicare Benefit You May Not Know About!This event is open to the public and will be held at Silvergate, 420 Elbrook Drive. Refreshm... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:04:00 -0700 Announcements http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46092/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46090/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46090/ RAINBOW Anyone who enjoys a good corned beef and cabbage dinner is invited to join the crowd at Rainbow Valley Granges annual fundraiser in celebration of St. Patricks Day on Sunday, March 14. Dinner includes a salad bar, potatoes and carrots, Irish soda bread, drinks and a variety of desserts to choose from. Grange members will be serving dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. at their hall at 2160 Rainbow Valley Blvd. Take-out service will be available. For cost or more information, call (760) 819-5228.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:49:00 -0700 Announcements http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46090/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46087/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46087/ The Fallbrook Union High School District (FUHSD) Board of Trustees has approved an amendment to a regulation that may make it more difficult for students interested in transferring to another school district to do so.The problem arose during a board meeting on Feb. 8, when a group of parents raised concern after their children were denied a second year of inter-district transfer.During the meeting, the FUHSD board considered the cases, as well as the welfare of the district, and indicated an int... editor@thevillagenews.com(Andrea Verdin) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:47:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46087/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46088/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46088/ A 5-0 San Diego County Board of Supervisors vote March 2 approved the allocation of $291,000 from the District Five Neighborhood Reinvestment Program budget to nine organizations, including $212,000 for six Fallbrook and Bonsall groups. The Fallbrook Area Visitors Bureau was allocated $50,000 to fund costs of its upcoming PB&J music event, the Bonsall Education Foundation will receive $45,000 to help restore Bonsalls Little Old Schoolhouse, the Fallbrook Village Association was the recipient... editor@thevillagenews.com(Joe Naiman) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:47:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46088/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46086/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46086/ Ed Casey, Tori Kessel and Erin Meeks of Fallbrook High School and Julie Bermudez of Oasis High School were named Fallbrook Community Students of the Month and honored for their achievements at a special breakfast held March 4 at Fallbrook Golf Clubs Hukilau restaurant.We appreciate the work, accomplishments and achievements these students have had so far, said Fallbrook Union High School District (FUHSD) superintendent Dale Mitchell. This is not the ending of their achievements; it is a part of ... editor@thevillagenews.com(Andrea Verdin) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:46:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46086/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46085/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46085/ The countys Planning Commission voted to continue consideration of a tentative parcel map and site plan for the proposed Fallbrook Ranch subdivision until March 12.Two members of the public spoke in favor of the proposed subdivision during the Planning Commissions March 5 hearing, but Commissioner Michael Beck had questions about the project and time constraints prevented those queries from taking place March 5.We were hoping this would go on consent, said project consultant Dan Wery of RBF Cons... editor@thevillagenews.com(Joe Naiman) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:45:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46085/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46084/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46084/ The Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) continues to aid and assist the financial needs of service members across the Navy and Marine Corps, but Camp Pendletons branch needs help.Bases NMCRS is looking for at least 30 new volunteers between now and May to continue to meet and surpass their goals.The NMCRS is a worldwide, private, non-profit charitable organization whose sole purpose is to help Marines, sailors and their family members with immediate emergency needs.Since 1904, the Society h... editor@thevillagenews.com(Lance Cpl. Michael Atchue) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:34:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46084/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46077/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46077/ VALLEY CENTER - A 25-year-old man wanted for questioning in the slaying of his mother in her upscale Valley Center home was behind bars today in Arizona, where he was arrested on unrelated charges, authorities said. David Leroy Lucero refused to give his name when he was arrested in Pima County late Tuesday night for allegedly trespassing on the Tohono O'odham Reservation, according to NBC 7/39. The Pima County Sheriff's Department later identified him from a bulletin issued by investigators h... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 06:49:00 -0700 Sheriff Blotter http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46077/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46076/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46076/ SAN DIEGO Residents are being asked to report any sightings of the Light Brown Apple Moth (LBAM), which was discovered in a trap located in a lemon grove in Bonsall. The find prompted California Department of Food and Agriculture and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to place additional traps in the area. A quarantine will be triggered if a second LBAM is found. Our goal is to determine if there is more than one Light Brown Apple Moth in the area, said Robert Atkins, County Agricul... editor@thevillagenews.com() Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:39:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46076/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46123/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46123/ LOS ANGELES Five local Rotary Club President Elects (PE) (2010 - 2011) joined 56 other PEs from San Diego District 5340 and a total of 370 PEs from seven Southern California and Nevada Districts at the LAX Marriott for the annual President Elect Training Seminar (PETS). Joining them, and leading the training, were the District Elect Governors (2010 - 2011), who included the Rotary Club of Fallbrooks Past President Dave Breeding who will be the next San Diego District Governor.PETS was created i... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:58:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46123/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46120/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46120/ FALLBROOK Fallbrook AAUW members took a field trip to the City Terrace Farmers Market in City Heights to support legal refugees brought here with the approval of the U.S. State Department and the United Nations. The refugees are from a variety of countries including, but not limited to, Benin in West Africa, Kenya, El Salvador, Iraq, Afghanistan, Honduras and Mexico.Donated items were delivered to them, some of which were warm blankets, bedding, kitchen items, shoes, soaps, jackets. The women r... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:55:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46120/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46118/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46118/ Fallbrook High Schools boys golf team opened its season March 3, losing that days match to Dana Hills but defeating Vista in a March 4 match.The Warriors lost to Dana Hills by a 204-211 score on the Monarch Beach at the Links course while taking a 200-225 victory over Vista at the San Luis Rey Downs course. In both matches a Fallbrook player had the low round for either team.In my mind this team could be a team that scores in the 190s regularly, said Fallbrook coach Steve Jorde. If you do that y... editor@thevillagenews.com(Joe Naiman) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:53:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46118/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46119/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46119/ Community services Marines took part in an all-new training evolution from Camp Pendletons Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) to prepare them for an upcoming deployment.Community services Marines from bases across the Marine Corps are receiving the MCCS Marine Training, the current working title, in preparation for their upcoming deployment to Afghanistan. Currently, community services Marines who are preparing to deploy are temporarily attached to Combat Logistics Regiment 17.The training s... editor@thevillagenews.com(Lance Cpl. Mike Atchue) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:53:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46119/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46117/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46117/ Camp Pendletons Fire Chief William Frankel said good-bye to the base during a small ceremony at Fire Station One, on March 1, after more than 31 years of service.Frankel has had an extensive firefighting career that started in 1976 as a U.S. Forest Service Firefighter in Cleveland National Forest, Calif.In 1983 he left the Forest Service to join Camp Pendletons Fire and Emergency Services department.Its been a long career, said Frankel. And the firefighters I tried to emulate were the old-time c... editor@thevillagenews.com(Sgt. James M. Mercure) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:52:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46117/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46116/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46116/ FALLBROOK On March 2, Fallbrook Village Rotary Club was honored to have an Ambassadorial Exchange Student, Lesseth Vega, present their program. She is from Ecuador, and is being sponsored by her District, #4400, which was founded in 1927.Vega is in her junior year, and is studying English and French at UC San Marcos. When she goes back to Ecuador to attend the University of Cuenca, she will continue her studies for a Social Degree, and then start her Masters Program in International Law.She sha... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:49:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46116/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46115/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46115/ See Image.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:48:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46115/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46114/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46114/ Blood, sweat and tears.All three are synonymous with unrelenting effort and giving your all for a cause; and on March 4, Marines, sailors and civilians of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton left their sweat and tears at home to save lives on the front lines for the first blood drive of the year.Throughout the five-hour blood drive, more than 68 pints of blood were collected. Each pint of blood collected has the potential to save several lives.Blood has three components; plasma, platelets and red b... editor@thevillagenews.com(Sgt. James M. Mercure) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:47:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46114/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46112/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46112/ See Image.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:45:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46112/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46110/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46110/ FALLBROOK Reaching Out, Building Bridges in Friendship and Federation is the slogan for incoming district president for 2010 to 2012, Pat Harvey, of the California Federation of Womens Clubs, Palomar District #24. Harvey presently serves as District First Vice President Dean of Chairman, and is President of the Bonsall Womans Club. She will be replacing Diana Smith of Poway who has served as district president from 2008 to 2010.The executive board of the Palomar District recently met at the San... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:43:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46110/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46111/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46111/ FALLBROOK Soroptimist International of Fallbrook received a tour on February 25 of the REINS facility here in Fallbrook. REINS is making a positive impact in the lives of those who attend its therapeutic riding programs, and the local Soroptimists are getting involved to help support their efforts to make a difference in the community.For more information about the organization, call Young Milton, Membership Chair, at (760) 522-7481.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:43:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46111/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46109/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46109/ FALLBROOK Speakers at a recent Rotary Club of Fallbrook weekly meeting included Pat Braendel, known for forming the Fallbrook Citizens Crime Prevention Committee, whose subject was the GANAS (Guide, Advise, Nurture and Support) Mentoring Program that works with keeping at-risk children out of gangs in economically challenged neighborhoods.Joining her was Rudi Rudisell, a 16 year law enforcement gang expert, who addressed ANGELS (Against Neighborhood Gangs Empowering Local Schools). Rudisell let... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:42:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46109/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46108/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46108/ FALLBROOK Each year the Fallbrook and Temecula branches of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) join together for their general meeting. This year, AVID students and their mentors from the Fallbrook branch will present a program entitled Profiles of Women Past and Present which showcases famous women.The program and brunch will be held at the Vista Valley Country Club in Vista on Saturday, March 13 at 10 a.m. The public is invited and the cost is $20. Reservations can be made b... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:41:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46108/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46107/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46107/ CAMP PENDLETON A 19-year-old Camp Pendleton-based Marine died in combat in Afghanistan this week, according to the Pentagon.Lance Cpl. Carlos A. Aragon of Orem, Utah, was killed Monday while supporting combat operations in Helmand Province, the Defense Department announced late Tuesday.Aragon was assigned to the 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, based at Camp Pendleton.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:38:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46107/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46105/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46105/ FALLBROOK Legacy Endowment recently presented a grant award in the amount of $13,187 to Elizabeth Hospice. Elizabeth Hospice provides many programs and services including a family support program that provides family-centered care, helping families deal with issues such as: letter writing, creating ethical wills, food preparation, practical household tasks, phone calls, grocery shopping, light housekeeping, reading, breaks for caregivers, companionship, physician communications, referrals to ... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:14:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46105/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46106/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46106/ FALLBROOK Legacy Endowment recently presented a grant award in the amount of $13,187 to Elizabeth Hospice. Elizabeth Hospice provides many programs and services including a family support program that provides family-centered care, helping families deal with issues such as: letter writing, creating ethical wills, food preparation, practical household tasks, phone calls, grocery shopping, light housekeeping, reading, breaks for caregivers, companionship, physician communications, referrals to ... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:14:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46106/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46104/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46104/ SAN DIEGO The San Diego-Imperial Boy Scout Council recently presented the 2010 Silver Beaver Award for Distinguished Service to Youth to Mark Witzel and Dr. Maurice F. Bernier, both of Fallbrook. The Silver Beaver Award is the highest honor a Boy Scout Council can bestow upon a volunteer. The award is given to only those persons who have given continued, unselfish, and effective service through programs of the Boy Scouts of America.Witzel is a retired U.S. Marine Corps Major who is now employed... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:13:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46104/#comments http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46097/ http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46097/ See Image Gallery.... editor@thevillagenews.com() Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:05:00 -0700 Local News http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/46097/#comments \n