Monday's hearing will determine grant distribution
Council will again make tough decisions about allocation of federal money
By Darleen Principe darleen@theacorn.com
      The Simi Valley City Council will hold a public hearing on May 5 to make final decisions on the use of more than $1 million in Community Development Block Grant funds for fiscal year 2008-09.
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23 Freeway project nearing completion
     JANN HENDRY/Acorn Newspapers PARTING THE TRAFFIC SEAS- Ventura County Board of Supervisors Chair Peter Foy addresses the audience during the official grand opening of the State Route 23 Freeway Widening and Soundwall Project above the Tierra Rejada freeway exit in Moorpark last wee...
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Metrolink unveils its 'greenest' trains yet
New locomotive has super-low emissions
      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 emissi...
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Fashion show benefits seniors
      The Simi Valley Council on Aging will host its 21st annual fashion show Saturday, May 3 at the Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi. Tickets are $25 a person and can be purchased at the main entrance to the senior center during regular operating hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.
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Earth Day exhibit turning heads at Town Center
By Carissa Marsh Special to the Acorn
      A unique art installation at Simi Valley Town Center has locals considering turning over an environmentally friendly new leaf. The eco-chic piece that's been catching shoppers' eyes consists of 836 plastic water bottles suspended from the branches of a California live oak.
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Praise for she who raised you
      Mother's Day is May 11, and the Simi Valley Acorn wants your mom to receive the recognition she deserves. In 100 words or less, please write and tell us why your mother is special. Whether it's a poignant memory that you have, a small story you'd like to tell or just a few kind words for mom, ...
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