A self-described "old hippie," mayoral candidate Ed Lang believes Simi's City Council is in need of a shake-up and he's just the man to do it. the man to do it. "I think I would bring a breath of fresh air," the 55-year-old said. "I don't have a drum that I walk to—I listen to all... More...

STILL GOT IT— Moe Shahkarami of Moorpark, above, returns a serve during the men's ping-pong singles tournament on the first day of the 2008 50-Plus Community Games Sept. 24 at the Simi Valley Senior Center. Simi resident Joe Cirocco, below, demonstrates a well-executed ... More...

Following the stock market's roller coaster ride the last two weeks, local investors are assessing the damage to their portfolios and trying to come up with a financial game plan that will provide more stability in the days ahead. More...

Janice DiFatta is trying something new in her bid for reelection to the Simi Valley Unified School District board of education. A board member since 1996, DiFatta launched a campaign website to inform voters about her candidacy and key issues. It is www.difatta2008. More...

Cricket is often called a gentleman's sport. Now, the gentlemen's sport that originated in England is taking root in Simi Valley. The Simi Sloggers—or "sluggers" in American vernacular—have been practicing on weekends at Sinaloa Middle School and at Rancho Santa Susa... More...

CUTE AND CUDDLY— Socks is a 5-month-old black-and-white cat. She is curious and sweet. If you would like to adopt Socks, ask for animal ID No. A451125 at the Camarillo Animal Shelter, 600 Aviation Drive in Camarillo. More...

A 40yearold man was arrested last week after police said he gained access to residents' homes by posing as a public works employee before making off with the homeowners' valuables. Glen Parnell of Simi Valley was booked at Ventura County Mail on charges of burglary, identity theft ... More...

Lawyers, judges and the legal community in Ventura County will gather for the first Red Mass ever held in the area at 5:30 p.m. Tues., Oct. 7 at St. John's Seminary Chapel, 5012 Seminary Road, Camarillo. Members of the legal community are asked to gather by 5:15 p.m. More...

The fifth annual Amanda McPherson Foundation "Life is in Charge" Family Walk and Carnival will take place Sun., Oct. 19 at Rancho Madera Community Park in Wood Ranch, 556 Lake Park Drive, Simi Valley. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. The walk is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. More...

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...

As many of us know, you only get one chance to make a first impression. No person knows this better than Simi Valley City Councilmember Steve Sojka. In 2004, Sojka was committed to beautifying the 118 Freeway in Simi Valley, which included its on- and offramps. More...

I woke up this morning with the cognizance that my summer blankets were no longer keeping me warm. The calendar confirmed my suspicion that fall is rapidly approaching. With the equinox, it is not only the calendar that indicates autumn. Light breaks the morning later and later. The cool... More...

Tomorrow will be exactly one month until the election. Can you feel the heat? A struggling economy has made for a disgruntled electorate, and campaigns across the state and county have had to step up their efforts to convince voters that their candidate is really an architect of change—and... More...

'NOT PEANUTS, ACORNS'—While on a company trip in Phuket, Thailand, Marina Crome of Simi Valley shares news from her hometown with an interested elephant named Timbo. More...

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. For all residents of Conejo Valley, Simi Valley, Moorpark. More...