WOONSOCKET, R.I. – CVS Pharmacy has announced the completion of its acquisition of select Rite Aid assets nationwide. In total, the company acquired and is now operating 63 former Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs stores in Idaho, Oregon and Washington.CVS Pharmacy also acquired the prescription files of 626 former Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs pharmacies in 15 states. As...
Bob GarverContributorHow is it that Halloween of 2025 couldn’t give us a better horror movie than “Black Phone 2”? It’s not that I’m shocked that a Halloween horror movie is a disappointment. I’m just shocked that we got such a disappointing movie this year. 2025 has been such a banner year for horror thus far. “Sinners,” “Weapons,” “Final Destination:...
Two weekends ago, Fallbrook resident Valerie Thruelsen very generously sponsored the second annual Halloween fundraiser to support the Fallbrook Historical Society and our Village News intern and mentorship program. It was a joyful evening – full of laughter, conversation, music, and neighbors simply enjoying one another, which was one of the goals. But behind the costumes and celebration was...
Join historian Jim Richerson at the Little Temecula History Museum on Sunday, Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. for a powerpoint presentation called, "Hands On Ancient Carthage: Connections,” a PowerPoint presentation about the creation of exhibitions at the National Museum of Carthage in Tunisia, based on archaeological finds from numerous UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) excavations done...
LOS ALAMITOS – The road to a championship has been laid out, and for 60 Inland football teams, the second season is officially underway. The CIF Southern Section released its playoff pairings Sunday morning, setting the stage for the 2025 CIF Southern Section-Ford Championship Football Playoffs.The brackets, which match 216 teams across 14 divisions, mark the fifth year of...
MURRIETA – The 17th annual Murrieta Field of Honor will return to Town Square Park from Nov. 8-15, featuring 2,025 American flags dedicated to local heroes and military personnel. The event offers a chance for the public to honor those who have served in the U.S. armed forces, law enforcement, and other first responders.The display will include special sections...
The Wildomar City Council amended the city’s Municipal Code to address overnight vehicles in city parks or open space areas and requests for commercial activity in city parks.A 5-0 vote on October 13 approved the second reading and adoption of the ordinance. The first reading was approved by the city council on September 10.The chapter of the Wildomar Municipal...
LOS ANGELES – The No. 22 USC women's volleyball team delivered a decisive performance Wednesday night, sweeping crosstown rival UCLA in straight sets at the Galen Center. The Women of Troy returned the favor after a sweep by the Bruins earlier this season, claiming victory with set scores of 25-23, 25-23, and 25-20.The victory improves USC’s record to 16-5...
TEMECULA — In gratitude for the brave men and women who have served our country,
Temecula Car Wash is once again offering free car washes for all active and retired military members on Veteran’s Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2025.This annual gesture of appreciation is Temecula Car Wash’s way of saying “thank you” to those who have dedicated their lives to...
MURRIETA — Community Outreach Ministry (COM) invites the community to join in celebrating the season of giving at its 25th Annual Angel Tree Christmas Party on Saturday, Dec. 13. The celebration will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gateway Nazarene Church, featuring a day filled with holiday joy, family activities, and recognition of the youth and partners who make...