November 9, 2007 RSS feed / Community

Teens consuming energy drinks that contain alcohol, caffeine

That energy drink your teen is so fond of may contain a potent mix of alcohol and caffeine. More...

Jackson announces a run for state Senate

Former Assemblymember Hannah-Beth Jackson officially announced her candidacy for the state Senate in the 19th District. More...

Recipe of the week

Pumpkin bread makes a great holiday treat

3 cups sugar 1-1/2 teaspoons salt 4 eggs 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1 cup butter 1/2 teaspoon allspice 2 cups canned pumpkin 2 teaspoons baking soda 3-1/3 cups flour 2/3 cup water 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup chopped walnuts In bowl mix cream, More...

Reduced fees offered for city programs

The city of Moorpark Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is offering program scholarships to qualified youth. More...

A salute to veterans

TO THE HEROES- Rosie, the olive baboon at America's Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College, wishes everyone a happy Veterans Day. More...

Fun ways to teach children about wildlife, environment

Whether it's playing in the park, visiting a zoo or just looking out a window, experts say there are plenty of everyday activities that can be used to teach children to respect the environment and wildlife around them. More...

Early holiday deadline for Acorn

Thanksgiving on Thurs., Nov. 22 forces the Acorn Newspapers into early deadlines for the issue dates of Nov. 22 and 23. Letters to the editor, press releases and real estate ads must be received or reserved by noon Thurs., Nov. 15. More...

Contact your area representatives

Board of Supervisors District 4: Peter Foy (Serving Moorpark, Simi Valley, Somis, Las Posas Valley, Santa Susana Knolls, Box Canyon, Chatsworth Peak, Home Acres, Sinaloa Lake, and Tierra Rejada Valley) 3855-F Alamo St., Simi Valley, CA More...

Benefit scheduled for Moorpark man wounded in tire shop shooting

A benefit concert will be held tomorrow, Sat., Nov. 10, for Moorpark resident Albert Ramirez, who was critically injured in the Oct. 9 shooting at a tire shop in Simi Valley. Skatelab, an indoor skate park at 4226 Valley Fair St. More...

Moorpark teens win international movie contest

A historical documentary produced and directed by 13 Moorpark High School juniors won first place in the student film category of the oldest continuously running film festival in the world. More...

Active Adult Programs

The Moorpark Active Adult Center presents the following activities for seniors this month. Events require a reservation and will meet at 799 Moorpark Ave. unless otherwise noted. Programs are free unless a donation is requested. More...

Volunteer Opportunities

Residents are invited to participate in the following volunteer opportunities. For more information or to sign up, call the phone number listed for the event. More...

Pet of the Week

LITTLE ONE- Minny, a year old female Calico shorthair cat, is a stray. Minny can be adopted from the Camarillo Animal Shelter at 600 Aviation Drive in Camarillo. To take Minnie home, ask for ID# 4280028. More...

Helpers sought for rescue program

The Hogan Family Foundation, which has operated the Lifeline 4 Paws program for small breed dog rescues for several years, has begun its Big Paws 4 A Cause dog rescue program for larger dogs in Ventura County and is seeking volunte More...