Retirees become eligible to claim Social Security benefits at age 62, but the timing of when you claim can drastically impact your benefit amount. Still, when to claim will be entirely dependent on your unique situation. As you approach retirement, it’s important to understand the impact that timing has on your benefits.“The timing of when you elect to receive...
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For many, the holiday season provides a unique opportunity to pause from daily responsibilities and focus on the people who matter most. While gift-giving and festivities are often the center of celebrations, the true value of the season lies in nurturing meaningful connections with friends, family, and community. Research shows that strong...
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A tire blowout triggered a two-vehicle collision on southbound Interstate 15 near Rancho California Road in Temecula early Friday morning, sending one vehicle rolling off the freeway and causing traffic disruptions during the morning commute, authorities said.
The crash was reported shortly after 8:15 a.m. Dec. 26, according to the California Highway Patrol. CHP officers said a silver Honda Civic...
TEMECULA — Galway Downs, Southern California’s premier equestrian and events venue, is set to welcome athletes, spectators and families for an exciting lineup of world-class competitions and entertainment throughout 2026. From elite equestrian sport to nationally recognized canine championships and spectacular live performances, the upcoming season promises something for everyone.The year kicks off March 16–22 with the American Kennel...
Black Voices of the Valley, in partnership with VPS Volunteers for Public Service, hosted a community toy giveaway at San Jacinto’s Lighthouse Christian Church on Saturday, Dec. 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event was made possible through the generous support of community sponsors, including The Rose of Sharon Seven, Kevi Ten, Elijah Cares, and Miss Selena...
Hundreds of community members gathered to spread holiday joy at MilVet’s annual Holidays for Heroes event at Awakening Event Venue in Murrieta, creating a festive experience for children from local veteran families across Riverside County on Saturday, Dec. 20.
The celebration drew more than 900 attendees and featured a wide range of activities, including professional photos with Santa, the Grinch,...
Soboba Band of Luiseño IndiansSpecial to Valley NewsThe Soboba Gives Back program had a busy holiday season, distributing approximately 5,000 toys to children and families throughout the San Jacinto Valley. The San Jacinto and Hemet unified school districts benefited from Unstuff the Bus events presented by the Soboba Foundation, while numerous local nonprofits, Tribal organizations and neighboring Tribes also...
Temecula FC completed a sweep of the 2025-26 Raul Briones Cup group stage matches December 20 with a 4-1 victory over Problems FC in Long Beach.
“It was good. The coaching staff did great,” said Temecula FC owner Brandon Jantz. “The players are playing very well right now.”
The Quail won all three of their group stage matches. During group stage...
Roger BoddaertSpecial to the Valley NewsWe are entering one of the most festive times of the year in our homes in celebration with family and friends around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the New Year season. So let us understand a little bit about fire-safety precautions we should be aware of.This is the time of year when we tend to create...
Lake Riverside Estates families were treated to a high-flying holiday surprise Saturday, Dec. 20, when Santa Claus arrived not by sleigh, but by airplane.Cheers erupted from the gathered crowd as the merry old elf touched down at the Lake Riverside airstrip, accompanied by Mrs. Claus and preceded by an aerial parade of aircraft circling overhead. After deplaning to excited...