November 17, 2006 RSS feed / Community

Army sergeant from Moorpark is stationed in Iraq

Whereas the war in Iraq is a controversial political touch point that changed the balance of power in Washington on Nov. 7, the importance of eradicating terrorism in the Middle East is indisputable for Sgt. 1st Class Ray Hernandez. More...

Making the most of holiday leftovers

Holiday time means turkey, and turkey usually means leftovers. Now you can jazz up roast More...

Enjoy snow, crafts, carols at Hometown Holiday

The city of Moorpark will once again bring in the holiday season with winter weather and fun festivities at the annual Moorpark Hometown Holiday Sat., Dec. 2 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Arroyo Vista Community Park. More...

Teddy bear design contest announced

Noah's Ark Animal Workshop has announced its inaugural Design Your Own Teddy Bear contest. More...

Family Resource Center offers free fresh food

The Moorpark Family Resource Center and Neighborhood for Learning, a First 5 funded program, will sponsor a free fresh produce giveaway day Wed., Nov. 22 from 10 a.m. to noon at 61 High St., Moorpark. More...

A smooth ride

STEADY HAND- Danielle Mascaro, 7, of Santa Rosa, keeps her glass of sparkling cider level as she rides her 30-year-old horse, Impy, in a fun ride at the fourth annual Santa Rosa Valley Riders Horse Show at the community clubhouse recently. More...

Thanksgiving holiday moves up Acorn deadlines

Thanksgiving, Thurs., Nov. 23, will affect deadlines at the Acorn Newspapers for the issues of Nov. 24 and Dec. 1. More...

Voter turnout varies by community

Westlake Village boasted the highest voter turnout among all local communities in the Nov. 7 election, according to statistics compiled by More...

Honoring those who fight for America's freedom

YOUNG CITIZENS- Veteran Ed Ahl, of Thousand Oaks, stands with his four grandchildren, Riley Driscoll, 8; Kasey Ahl, 7; Samantha Ahl, 10; and Trevor Driscoll, 10, all of Moorpark. He was in the Army airborne from 1945 to 1946. More...

Worldwide Candle Lighting in December to remember children

Held annually on the second Sunday in December, the Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting unites family and friends around the globe as they light candles for one hour to honor and remember children who've died at any age from a More...

Turkey talk trivia

In mid-November, the most popular of American fowl is the domestic turkey. Here are some interesting facts about the bird and Thanksgiving Day: More...

Sale items may cost more with credit card interest

The Friday after Thanksgiving kicks off the holiday shopping season. Store promotions and sales lure millions nationwide, but are customers really saving by shopping sales? More...

Prepare homes for winter's cold

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating accounts for almost half of the average family's winter energy bill, making it by far the largest energy expense for most homes. More...

Global Exchange to screen 9/11 film

The Global Exchange Ventura County Supporters will present a free public forum with the film "9/11 Mysteries Part 1: Demolitions," and its writer/director on Wed., Nov. 29 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. More...

Timely Tips

SUPER SOUP-I always add a little bit of the turkey drippings from my Thanksgiving turkey gravy to the next day's turkey soup. It really adds a lot of flavor. Regina K. More...