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FLOWERS AND PRAYERS- A makeshift shrine appeared this week along the railroad tracks where Moorpark resident Lowell Withington's truck was struck by an Amtrack train on Jan. 29 as he tried to drive through an unmarked crossing to visit a piece of property he leased. Withington was pronounced dea... More ... City offices to relocate today The city of Moorpark's Community Development Department, city Engineer/Public Works Department Administration, Building and Safety Division and engineering support staff (Abbott & Associates) will relocate to a temporary office building today, Fri., Feb. 2. The new building is at the no... More ... Emergency landing made A private plane made an unscheduled landing in a Tierra Rejada Valley field between Moorpark and Sunset Valley roads at about noon last Friday, according to the Ventura County Sheriff's Department. David Gibson 76, of Oak View, said the single engine aircraft experienced engine trouble ... More ...
FIRST AID FACTS- Capt. Steve Lazen of the Santa Paula Fire Department explains to CERT class members how to conduct a headto-toe examination of a person without further injuring them, using Henrich Liska, of Camarillo, as a "victim." Taking notes are, from left, Matt Becker, Isabelle Becker... More ... Funds available for businesses affected by freeze Low-interest loans will be available to small businesses that have suffered financial losses due to last month's freeze damage to crops, according to Steven C. Preston, administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration. The deadline to apply is Oct. 24. More ...
By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com Curtis Fay had everything going for him. He was newly married and had a baby son. He owned a plumbing company and business was good But once acquaintances introduced Fay to methamphetamines, he quickly began to lose his professional reputation and his possessions, and his family life... More ...
The 20th annual Dinner and Auction for the Boys & Girls Club of Moorpark will be Sat., March 31 at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in the Air Force One Pavilion, 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley. This year's theme, "A Touch of Magic," will include entertainment from loc... More ... Choir to sing at Fortnightly luncheon Moorpark Women's Fortnightly Club meets for a luncheon and program at 10 a.m., Fri., Feb. 9 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 13955 Peach Hill Road, Moorpark. The Arroyo West School chorus will perform, and the arts in Moorpark will be highlighted. More ...
What part of Moorpark do you see as our city center, and why? Interviews & photos by Steve Carlson ALEXEI KEATS Moorpark "Either the Moorpark Marketplace or High Street, because those are the two places where people seem to congregate and have a good time." More ... Narconon works to end addiction to meth Efforts at reducing the number of methamphetamine labs in the U.S. have been working, but the demand for the drug is being met by meth manufacturers in foreign countries. Labs in Mexico that produce the drug are capable of producing 400 pounds of finished meth per day, com... More ...
From Maine to California on Feb. 2, the annual prediction of Punxsutawney Phil is anxiously anticipated- will the groundhog see his shadow this year, foretelling that winter will last another six weeks, or not? For the past four years conservation organizations, led by Forest G... More ... Club speaker to discuss Neptune's moon The Ventura County Astronomical Society will host guest speaker Dr. Gary Peterson, geology professor at San Diego State University, at the monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. Fri., Feb. 16 in the multipurpose room at Mesa Union School, 3901 Mesa School Road, Somis. More ...
Paiva Dance Academy will open Mon., Feb. 5 at 2636 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, with classes in all dance styles for children and adults. Studio director and owner Orlando Paiva Jr. is an Argentine tango dancer. Born and raised in Rosario, Argentina, he is the son of Orl... More ... Latino art on display in Ventura The Ventura County Arts Council Visual Arts Committee presents "Del Corazón: Views from the Heart- Ventura County Latino Artists" in the lobby of the Hall of Administration, Ventura County Government Center, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura. More ... Volunteers sought for Maritime Museum The Ventura County Maritime Museum is seeking volunteers to conduct guided tours, staff the reception desk, do research or give office assistance. Volunteers also manage and staff the elementary education program and support complimentary programs in marine science on the Channel Isl... More ... Strawberry Festival not hurt by freeze The recent chilling temperatures will have no impact on the strawberries that will be ripe in time for the 24th annual California Strawberry Festival celebration Sat. and Sun., May 19 and 20, according to Dean Maulhardt, chairman of the California Strawberry Festival. More ... Credit union donates to food bank Members of the Ventura County Credit Union donated $6,326 last year to FOOD Share Inc., a local food bank, topping 2005's total by more than $700. In addition, more than 300 pounds of nonperishable food were collected in barrels placed in each office. More ...
Chamber installation draws record number of attendees By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com The Moorpark Chamber of Commerce honored community leaders and business owners at its annual installation dinner last week. Chamber leaders also announced new officers for the coming year. At the Moorpark Country Club event the Chamber introduced Debi Aquino, who will serve a second term... More ... |
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