October 3, 2008 RSS feed / Front Page

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Kids find corny fun at Oktoberfest

AUTUMN DAZE—Kids race to find their way through the corn maze at Underwood Family Farms in Moorpark during the 22nd annual Oktoberfest last Sunday. The Newbury Park Rotary Club sponsored the event which raised funds for local charities. More...

Ute Van Dam discusses local education issues

Q&A with school board candidate

Ute Van Dam is seeking a seat on the Moorpark Unified School District board of education. Three seats are open this year. Two incumbents and four chal lengers are vying for spots. More...

Health & Wellness

Firefighters stay active and in shape

JANN HENDRY/Acorn Newspapers READY TO ROLL—Fire Station 33 firefighter Steve Chandler of Moorpark stays fit by riding a stationary bike inside the station at Lake Sherwood last Monday. More...

Resources are available for caregivers

The American Cancer Society estimates that one in three Californians have served as an unpaid caregiver for someone with cancer, with 72 percent caring for an immediate family member. More...

Free talk on colorectal cancer

The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura presents "Frankly Speaking about Colorectal Cancer" with Heinz-Josef Lenz, MD on Sat., Oct. 11 from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village. More...

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Sports

In her comfort zone

After sitting out as a transfer last season, Moorpark's Zoë Sophos has returned to the tennis court
By Thomas Gase tgase@theacorn.com

It's been a long wait, but Moorpark High senior tennis player Zoë Sophos can finally say change is a good thing. Two years ago, Sophos attended La Reina High and was voted the Regents' Most Valuable Player of the tennis squad. More...

Year of the running back

Talented tailbacks rule the east side of Ventura County
By Stephen Dorman sdorman@theacorn.com

The playmakers, the guys who are a threat to take it to the end zone on any offensive snap, a lot of them compete on the high school football fields of eastern Ventura County. Most are running backs. More...

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Faith

Houses of Worship

Church of Jesus Christ of Lat ter-day Saints, 15351 Benwood Drive, (805) 523-7057. Community Christian Church, the Rev. Mike Woolley. 216 Moorpark Ave., (805) 529-3572. Congregation B'nai Emet, Rabbi Michele Paskow. Ste. More...

Church to bless pets Sunday

St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church will host its annual Blessing of the Animals service at 10:15 a.m. Sun., Oct. 5 outdoors on the church lawn at 280 Royal Ave., Simi Valley. The Rev. Steven Dean, vicar, will bless each pet during the service. More...

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On The Town

Moorpark pianist featured in New West Symphony

By John Loesing newstip@theacorn.com

Children aren't usually considered fans of classical music, but that old tune is changing. More...

"Nights in Rodanthe"

Directed by: George C. Wolfe Starring: Richard Gere, Diane Lane, Viola Davis, Scott Glenn, Mae Whitman MPAA r ating: PG-13 (for slight sensuality) Running time: 98 minutes Best suited for: Kleenex packers Least suited for: More...

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Editorials

Moorpark celebrates silver anniversary

A 25-year anniversary is quite an accomplish ment for a little town in the northeast corner of Ventura County. More...

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Vacation Photos

Take Your Moorpark Acorn on Vacation Photos

NATURE'S CHILD—"Bob" Sandee Bland of Moorpark visits his son Bobby and granddaughter Lei Ana at the Iao Valley Nature Center in Maui, Hawaii. More...

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Doctors seek funds to open meth detox clinic

By Joann Groff joann@theacorn.com

One of the first physicians to practice in the Conejo Valley has teamed up with a local charity to run a methamphetamine and opiate detoxification clinic. More...

Solar power advocates shed light on savings

By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com

Local residents and business owners are choosing to install solar panels on their roofs in order to harness natural and renewable energy and reduce their electric bills. More...

CHP earns award

WATCHFUL EYE—Sgt. Mike Moriarty of the Moorpark California Highway Patrol holds a trophy earned by the local law enforcement agency for its efforts to prevent underage drinking. More...

Community

County crime rate decreases

The Ventura County Sheriff's Department has released crime statistics for the first six months of 2008. Some highlights follows. More...

Will Council or citizens select new member for vacant position?

By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com

The City Council, Wednesday, voted 3-2, with Mayor Patrick Hunter and Councilmember Roseann Mikos dissenting, to repeal an ordinance that requires a public vote to fill a council seat vacated by Mayor Pro Tem Janice Parvin if she's elected mayor in More...

Students get a taste of higher cafeteria prices

By John Loesing newstip@theacorn.com

Students in local school districts are paying more for their snacks and meals this fall as the result of escalating food costs nationwide. More...

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Bulletin Board

Datebook

FRI., OCT. 3 Welcome Newcomers Conejo Valley Newcomers Club invites prospective members to monthly coffee at Corner Bakery, 111 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village. Learn about club, talk to representatives. More...

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Schools

Retirement ceremony to honor Robertson

Drama teacher marks 42 years of service

Moorpark High School will host a retirement ceremony honoring 42 years of teaching by Steve Robertson from 5 to 6 p.m. Tues., Oct. 14 in the school's Performing Arts Center, 4500 Tierra Rejada Road. The public is invited. More...

National Merit scholars named

Principal Kirk Miyashiro of Moorpark High School recently announced that Elliott Blufer, Colin Calle, Kari Geiger, Neil Paik, and Zoe Sophos have been named Commended Students in the 2009 National Merit Scholarship Program. More...

YMCA offers school childcare

The Conejo Valley YMCA has openings for before and afterschool childcare at Peach Hill Academy, Arroyo West, Campus Canyon and Mountain Meadows schools. This service is available on all school days, pupil-free days and minimum days. More...

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Police Blotter

Sheriff's Blotter

Sometime between July 9 and Sept. 19, several pieces of jewelry were stolen from a residence on Kingsview Road. On Sept. 17 a lawnmower, weed whacker and air blower were stolen from a residence on Duke Street. On Sept. More...

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Family

Oktoberfest family fun

THE GREAT PUMPKIN—Left, Simi Valley resident Madison Dragon, 4, looks for the perfect pumpkin at the 22nd annual Oktoberfest held at Underwood Family Farms in Moorpark last Sunday. More...

SOAR through the orchards in 5K run

SOAR announces the fourth annual 5K Run Through the Orchards at 8:30 a.m. Sun., Oct. 12 behind Underwood Family Farms at 3370 Sunset Valley Road, Moorpark. More...

Kids can go to Pinky's Playhouse

Pinki the Clown will present Pinki's Playhouse: Theatre for Kids To See, at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Sat., Oct. 11 at the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, 3050 Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley. More...

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Letters

No school? Then no more payments

I am responding to Moorpark Unified School District Superintendent Ellen Smith's article "Regarding school at Highlands," Sept. 19. Highlands residents appreciate Ms. Smith taking the time to address homeowners' questions and concerns. More...

Taxpayers want accountability

In regards to your article "Regarding schools at Highland," Sept. 19, I believe the bigger issue is of why we are not refunded our tax dollars when there is no intention of a school being built at Moorpark Highlands. More...

One more letter on the dog issue

Bravo, my fellow Moorparkians. I want to commend everyone on their swift and accurate response to Michael Abdelsayed's horrifying letter regarding dog poop. More...

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Real Estate

Remodeled Five Bedroom Home

This five bedroom home has a brick hardscape, pilaster lights, gardens with stepping stones and a newer front door with glass inlay. More...

Margaret Reifer

Veteran agent Margaret Reifer was welcomed to Prudential California Realty's Channel Islands/ Oxnard office by Broker/ owner Bob Majorino, Senior Branch Manager Jim Chutuk and Associate Branch Manager Rick Cobos. More...

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