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Class of '08 is feeling great

GLAD GRADS- Above, Raul Rodriguez, 17, and Matt Magill, 18, cheer as they walk past the crowd to their seats before Royal High School's Class of 2008 commencement ceremony last Thursday evening. More...

Teen arrested on suspicion of attempted sexual assault

Suspect picked up within 24 hours of crime
By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

Simi Valley police arrested a 16-year-old boy and charged him with residential burglary and attempted sexual assault early Saturday morning, less than a day after the crime was reported. More...

Health & Wellness

The grace in aging

Twenty-four years ago I met my very first client, an elderly man who showed symptoms of depression and the beginnings of pulmonary disease. He had a long-standing marriage but not a happy one. More...

Walk-athon raises funds for service dogs

A Doggie Walk-athon to raise funds for the purchase and care of diabetic alert service dogs will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 29 at Marina Park, 1901 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura. More...

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Schools

571 seniors enjoy green and gold send-off

By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

The graduating seniors of Royal High School walked in pairs as they approached center stage from both sides of the football stadium. More...

Royal High School Class of 2008

Chelsea Taylor Abels, Stefan Ming Kit Abels, Kelsey E. Abergel, Troy T. Abes, Jeremy Abraham, Daria K. Abtin, Joseph Rafael Acevedo, Ashley Marie Adams, Kevin J. More...

Simi Valley High's graduates prepare to make great leap into adulthood

By Eliav Appelbaum eliav@theacorn.com

At the same time Kobe Bryant was jumping over defenders to lead the Los Angeles Lakers past the Boston Celtics in Game 4 of the NBA Championships, a large group of Simi Valley High seniors were preparing to take a leap of their More...

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Police

Blotter

The following were arrested and charged with being under the influence of a controlled substance on June 11: a 44-year-old man on the corner of Tapo Canyon Road and the 118 Freeway, and a 49year-old woman on the corner of Winifred and More...

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Family

Making summer vacation affordable

When traveling, a little preparation can offer big benefits. Experts say keeping an eye on the bottom line doesn't have to mean less enjoyment when it comes to leisure-time travel. More...

Lipizzaner Stallions dance at Seaside Park

The World Famous Lipizzaner Stallions will present the 38th anniversary show of the "dancing white stallions" for one performance only at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 10 at the Pacific Arena, Ventura County Fairgrounds/Seaside Park, 10 W. More...

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On The Town

"The Happening"

Directed by: M. Night Shyamalan Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Zooey Deschanel, John Leguizamo, Ashlyn Sanchez MPAA rating: R (for violence, disturbing images) Running time: 92 minutes Best suited for: More...

Themed sunset dinners return to Reagan Library this summer

The Reagan Library has announced the schedule for its summer Sunset Dinners. All dinners will be held at the library, 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley. Reservations must be made at least one week in advance. More...

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Editorials

Not all grads on equal footing

The high school graduation season concludes this week, and from the small, alternative high schools where challenged teens have been molded into respectable students, to the large, blue ribbon campuses where many will graduate with glowing More...

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Let your voice be heard!

Get involved in Simi Valley's most popular public forum. Please send all Letters to the Editor to simi@theacorn.com or to the address below. Make sure to include your first and last name, home address and phone number. More...

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Real Estate

Dark Wood Floors And Handmade Cabinets Are Just A Few Of The Features Offered

This estate in Agoura Hills has been upgraded with dark wood floors, faux-finished Tuscan wash throughout interior, remodeled bathrooms with handmade cabinets, five bedrooms featuring smart-system closets matched to the theme, age/ g More...

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Lean city budget results in cutbacks

Council adopts balanced budget despite $5-million shortfall
By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

The downturn in the national economy and a local shortfall in development-related revenues left city officials scouring the books in detail again this year as they attempted to close a general fund budget gap of more than $5 million fo More...

Moratorium on mobile home park conversions extended to '09

More than 800 rental spaces affected
By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

The Simi Valley City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance last week extending an urgency moratorium on the closure or conversion of mobile home parks throughout the city to May 2009. More...

Community

Don't get burned by illegal firework fines

Officials warn that dry conditions make the danger more severe
By Brennan Whitmore Special to the Acorn

With the Fourth of July approaching, authorities in Simi Valley are cracking down on the use of illegal fireworks. More...

City provides $250,000 loan to rehab apartment complex

By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com

The City Council, acting in its capacity as the board of directors for Simi Valley Community Development Agency, unanimously passed a resolution last week approving an affordable housing agreement for the acquisition and rehabilitation of the La More...

State water shortage could lead to new restrictions

By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger recently announced that emergency water rationing is imminent because the state's water supplies are running low. More...

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Sports

County's best on the diamond on display

West team beats East, 7-4, on Father's Day
By Thomas Gase tgase@theacorn.com

Paper beats rock. Rock beats scissors. Scissors beats paper. Camarillo High's Kevin Ball apparently beats them all. More...

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Pets

Pet of the Week

CHIP OFF THE BLOCK- Chip is a 3-year-old male Chihuahua mix. He loves to give kisses when held, but once on the ground he leaps and bounds around. He can also be calm and well-behaved when asked. He would be great for a family with children. More...

Dealing with the death of a pet

Grief over the loss of a pet is normal and natural. Yet there are tools and coping skills that people can use to help handle that grief. More...

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Faith

Summer youth program benefits kids in India

The Simi Church of Christ will host a weeklong children's summer program titled "Power Lab: Discovering Jesus' Miraculous Power" from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday, June 23 to 27 at the church, 1554 Sinaloa Road, Simi Valley. More...

Christian Alliance to perform

Lighthouse Bible Church will host a free concert on the church lawn at 7 p.m. Sunday, June 22 at 4910 Cochran St., Simi Valley. Tavi Jinariu and the worship team of Community Christian Alliance Church will perform. More...

Reading for riches

OneSpirit Center for Conscious Living will offer a weekly adult study group from 7 to 9 p.m. from Tuesday, June 24 through July 29 in the center's classroom at 1756 Erringer Road, Simi Valley. The Rev. More...

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Letters

Self-defense instructor goes on the offensive

Following the printing of my letter expressing my concerns about the no-flier ordinance in the Acorn last month, I was both surprised and impressed the following Friday morning when I received a message on my voice mail from City Councilmember More...

The perfect Father's Day surprise

We surprised dad with an illustration of him in the Acorn today. We had him search the paper for his surprise. More...

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Neighbors

Staff, patients move into new tower at Simi Valley Hospital

Historic day for 43-year-old healthcare facility
By Carissa Marsh Special to the Acorn

As Yvonne Neumann was wheeled through the corridors of Simi Valley Hospital on Tuesday, she couldn't help asking the nurses the ageold arewethereyet-question. "Are we in the new area yet?" Almost, the nurses assured her. More...

Simi Valley Masons hosting blood drive, yard sale

Simi Valley Masonic Lodge No. 806 will have its annual Masonic Family Yard Sale and Blood Drive on Saturday, June 21 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1541 Patricia Ave., Simi Valley. Hundreds of items will be for sale. More...

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Datebook

Datebook

FRI., JUNE 20 'Pippin' Camarillo Community Theatre presents musical "Pippin," 8 p.m., 330 Skyway Drive (inside airport). Through July 27. 8 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays. 2 p.m. Sundays. For ages 12 and up. More...

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