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Vandals strike Presbyterian church Vandals spray painted pentagrams and other antireligious statements on the walls of an office and the new sanctuary of Moorpark Presbyterian Church at 13950 Peach Hill Road. The incident occurred overnight between Friday and Saturday last week, said Sgt. Will Hammer of the Moorpark Police Depar... More ... Annual arts festival will showcase local talent By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com Local residents are invited to join the festivities during the 2008 Moorpark Art Festival at the Civic Center and on High Street from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sun., May 4. The event is free to the public. "This is the city's one real artsoriented event," said Peggy Rothschild, festival organizer... More ... Representative receives award The United States Chamber of Commerce recently presented U.S. Rep. Elton Gallegly (RThousand Oaks) with the Spirit of Enterprise Award for his support of pro-growth legislation during the second session of the 110th Congress. More ... City leaders provide 'wish list' of projects for possible funding By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com NP A group of about 20 community leaders and activists got together with Hugh Ralston, president of the Ventura County Community Foundation, to share their ideas on where philanthropic funds should be spent in Moorpark. The meeting took place at the Moorpark Chamber of Commerce Wednesday. More ... Metrolink goes 'green' for commuters Metrolink marked Earth Day by unveiling its newest locomotive, the cleanest diesel-electric option available, and stressing that riding Metrolink even one day a week makes a difference to the environment. Switching to public transit can slim down a commuter's daily carbon emissions by 20 pound... More ... Students promote peace at high school campus By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com When Marlina Thompson wanted to help a schoolmate resolve problems and prevent an impending fight, she brought her friend to the Teens For Humanity Club to help settle the dispute peacefully. The incident happened about two and a half years ago when Marlina was a sophomore. More ... Moorpark police add new equipment to bike team Last year the Moorpark Police Bicycle Team was reformed after a 5-year leave of absence. The patrol team worked nine, 8-hour shifts and made 29 arrests. More ... The Oaks continues expansion By Nancy Needham nancy@theacorn.com "Under construction" seems like an understatement at The Oaks mall, where many brandnew retailers will join renovated or expanded stores later this year. No longer does Marin Drive serve as an entrance to the mall off Hillcrest Drive. Those who once used that option must now enter closer t... More ... Naval base contracts for gate guards Homeland Security Solutions Inc., based in Virginia, has been selected to provide contract gate guard services for Naval Base Ventura County. Homeland Security Solutions Inc. began services on Tues., March 25 as a subcontractor to the prime contractor, Chugach Alaska Corp. They provide gua... More ...
By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com Students in Mesa Verde Middle School's robotics class were busy programming and testing their gadgets last Friday morning as Principal Kelli Hays explained the purpose of the course. More ... Club names winners of annual youth art contest Moorpark Women's Fortnightly Club has announced the winners of the annual Student Art Fair held at the Peach Hill Academy in March. The fair was open to students in grades K through 12 from all Moorpark public schools. Participants' artwork was presented in all mediums, including construction... More ...
JANN HENDRY/Acorn Newspapers SMOOTH RIDE- Moorpark City Councilmember Keith Millhouse addresses the audience as Caltrans Chief Deputy District Director Raja Mitwasi listens during the official grand opening of the State Route 23 Freeway Widening and Soundwall Project above the Tierra Rejada freeway ... More ... Area Agency on Aging seeks applicants The Moorpark City Council requests that interested persons submit an application for consideration for appointment to the Advisory Council for the Area Agency on Aging. The two-year term begins July 1 and expires June 30, 2010. Applicants must be age 60 or older and a resident of... More ... Speaker to discuss reverse mortgages The Kiwanis Club of Moorpark will host Debbie Lee of Wells Fargo at the monthly meeting at 7:15 p.m. Mon., May 5 at the Arroyo Vista Community Center, 4550 Tierra Rejada Road, Moorpark. Lee will explain reverse mortgages and answer any questions. More ... Kids can make cards at library The Moorpark City Library will host a Make-A-Mother's-Day-Card Workshop for children from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Wed., May 7 at the library, 699 Moorpark Ave. Materials and tools will be provided. The library also offers Preschool Storytime for children ages 5 and under every Thursday a... More ... 'Green' tip This is a helpful hint for those who want to save on water. While waiting for the hot water to come through the faucet, catch the cold water in empty gallon milk containers, buckets, bowls or pots. Use this water for indoor or outdoor plants, or to heat up for doing dishes. More ...
By Sally Adelblue, Simi Sunset Rotary Club and Elaine Freeman, Simi Sunrise Rotary Club Rotary International had its beginning in 1905 in Chicago, Ill. Paul Harris, Esq. started the club for male professionals . Fellowship was the original focus, along with lunch with friends and networking with other business professionals. More ... County YMCA seeks board members The Southeast Ventura County YMCA is looking for community leaders to join its volunteer board of directors. Board members must demonstrate values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility and have a strong interest in furthering goals and programs of the YMCA. More ... Fun galore at Conejo Valley Days The 52nd annual Conejo Valley Days festivities will take place this weekend and also Wed. through Sun., April 30 through May 4 with a variety of familyfriendly activities. The event is the largest allvolunteer festival on the west coast. Proceeds will benefit more than 25 local non... More ...
DIG IN- A number of high school students show up to participate in the recent Clean the Arroyo Day sponsored by Bagwell Construction for Earth Day. Many students were applying their required community service hours, although quite a few people said they didn't need any more service ... More ... Humanitarian award goes to Pardee's McGee Michael McGee, president and chief executive officer of Pardee Homes, will receive the HomeAid Humanitarian Award at the group's fifth annual Hearts Building Homes gala on May 31 at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley. More ... |
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