October 20, 2006 RSS feed / Front Page

Parks wants complete disclosure from Boeing

Linda Parks, supervisor of Ventura County's 2nd District, is taking off her gloves in the fight against Boeing. Along with state Sen. More...

Health & Wellness

Centers aim to keep Ventura County seniors independent

Benidicto Rico has been coming to the Ventura County Adult Day Health Care center in Oxnard for physical therapy, and in eight months he's regained more than the use of his hands. More...

Schools

Homecoming crowns

HOLDING COURT-From left, homecoming queen Leslie Windham, king John Rucker, Alexis Smith, Trever Chrisman, Katie Fallon, Landon Beck, Kaycie Berthelson and Reiley McClendon enjoy each other's company. More...

Class teaches adults how to create a digital library

The Simi Valley Lifelong Learning Institute will present classes at the Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi. More...

Simi district program encourages schools to share their formulas for API success

Spotlight program is 'It Can Be Done'

Celebrating the rise of its Academic Performance Index scores, Simi Valley Unified School District has initiated a new spotlight program titled "It Can Be Done." The program highlights schools that saw their recent API scores increa More...

Police

On Oct. 2, a 49-year-old female was arrested for being drunk in public on the 3900 block of Cochran Street. More...

Faith

When it comes to spirituality: Use it or lose it

" So you wish to conquer in the Olympic games, my friend? And I More...

On The Town

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L.A. Auto Show right around the bend

15 cars set to make their worldwide debu

The Los Angeles Auto Show's "A New Beginning" opens Friday, Dec. 1. It will offer a first look at more than 1,000 of the newest automobiles, including 15 cars making their worldwide debut. More...

Joseph brings his 'Dreamcoat' to the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center

Actors' Repertory Theatre of Simi presents the Broadway musical "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," a rainbow ride through biblical Egypt on Oct. 28 through Dec. 3 at the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, 3050 Los Angeles Ave. More...

Letters

Law enforcement backing cements his support of Foy for supervisor

It was refreshing to see Ventura County's sheriff, district attorney and other countywide elected officials have endorsed Peter Foy to represent the 4th District on the Board of Supervisors. More...

Wondering what's going on in those hills near Tierra Rejada Road

I have watched with interest and disgust over the last few months as the ranch owners at Tierra Rejada and Moorpark Road have cut down hills and buried the rich topsoil under about 6 feet of clay. More...

California is wasting far too much money on illegal immigrants

I would like to know what went wrong on Capitol Hill. California offers some of the greatest benefits to illegal immigrants, which is why it is home to an estimated 40 percent of the U.S. illegal population. More...

Datebook

FRI., OCT. 20 Big Bang Ventura County Astronomical Society hosts Edward (Ned) Wright, PhD, UCLA astronomy professor. Topic: "Observing the Origin of the Universe." Public invited. 7:30 p.m., Forum Auditorium, Moorpark College. More...

Real Estate

Renovated Townhome

You are invited to come have a look at this renovated townhome, located just one block from the Lake in Westlake Village. This residence has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a 2-car garage, and nearly 2,000 square feet of living space. More...

Andrea Healey

Frances Lewis, sales manager of the Coldwell Banker Westlake Village Promenade office, recently commended Andrea Healey for outstanding sales production. More...

Sinaloa plans include elaborate water park, minature golf

The Rancho Simi Recreation and Parks District's plan for the expansion of Sinaloa Golf Course involves much more then adding a More...

Embraced by friends and memories

FOREVER TONIGHT- Grace Brethren High School homecoming queen Leslie Windham embraces friends after her crowning at the Lancer football game against Oak Park on Friday. Fellow senior John Rucker was selected as homecoming king. More...

Community

Resident stabbed over alleged love triangle

James Richard Gomez, 21, of Simi Valley was arrested Oct. 9 for allegedly stabbing Joseph Propst in the left arm during a dispute over a female love interest shared by both men. More...

Dad accused of stealing son's identity

Roy Langhammer, 38, of Simi Valley was arrested Oct. 5 for allegedly stealing his son's identity. More...

Deadline nears to register and vote

The election is Nov. 7 and the deadline to register as a voter is near. More...

Business

New thrift shop's owner says she's on a mission

Sheri Long has goods for those in need

Madre's Thrift Shop on Royal Avenue has a slightly different policy than other retail stores: If you can't pay for an item, the owner will simply give it to you. More...

Pool company named tops in California

California Pools, one of the state's oldest and most reputable full-service pool building and design companies, has been ranked as the No. More...

Sports

CLU Athletic Hall of Fame to induct nine tonight

List includes former team physician, field maintenance supervisor

Nine people-including three former coaches, a former team physician, the first field maintenance supervisor, and four alumni of California Lutheran University-have been selected for induction into the CLU Alumni Association Athletic Hall More...

Young Simi Valley runners build confidence as season progresses

Pioneers heading to Mt. SAC on Saturday

Thanks to a surprising effort from Simi Valley High's underclassmen, the Pioneer crosscountry teams are running on the right track again. More...

Poker tournament on tap

Simi Valley High's Baseball and Basketball Boosters will host its third annual Hold'em Poker Tournament fundraiser Saturday, Nov. 4 at The Vineyards, at the top of Stow Street in Simi Valley. More...

Family

Recent years show a dip in teenage alcohol and drug use in California

Attorney General Bill Lockyer, Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell and Kathryn P. More...

The age of discovery

SQUISHING IN SOCKS- Emma, 1, daughter of Dan and Mackenzie Paranick of Simi Valley, makes rainbow stew with her toes and some plastic wrap at the Moorpark College Child Development Center's annual Discovery Day. More...

Traits of a family man What makes a guy a family man? With the help of some other family men-young and old-I put together this list of traits. You might be a family man if: More...

Editorials

Park district's goals might be lofty, but that's a good thing

A 25-foot, multitube water slide, a wading river, three 18-hole miniature golf courses, a food court and arcade? More...

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Neighbors

The incredible journey of Air Force One 27000

During its 28 years of service, Air Force One 27000 carried more presidents to more countries on more missions than any other aircraft in history. More...

Dine on Italian fare at Senior Center tonight

Simi Valley Council on Aging will host its annual Italian Dinner 6 to 9 p.m. tonight, Friday, Oct. 20 at the Senior Center multipurpose room, 3900 Avenida Simi. More...

By the light of the moon

Simi hikers prove full Luna's shine doesn't just delight werewolves

Once a month, when the moon is completely full, a group of Simi Valley trekkers answer the celestial body's beckoning call. More...