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Seniors should be on the lookout for accounting scams By Avi Rutschman avi@theacorn.com With tax season rapidly approaching, senior advocacy groups are warning the elderly to be on guard for criminal scams. More ...
By Joann Groff and Kyle Jorrey joann@theacorn.com kjorrey@theacorn.com Under a sunny sky in Simi Valley, hundreds of friends and family members gathered Thursday at Assumption Ceremony to say their final goodbye to Jake Lucas, a 13year-old Valley View Middle School student who was killed Sunday in a dirt-bike accident. More ... Moorpark 2006 crime statistics Moorpark's population numbsers about 35,700. There were about 12 victims per thousand residents. "Our crime rate went up just a little bit, by almost one percentage point," said Moorpark Police Sr. Dep. Ed Tumbleson. More ... Highway Patrol warns of fundraiser swindles The California Highway Patrol is advising California residents to be aware of people soliciting donations on behalf of the department's members. Numerous residents over the past couple of weeks reported receiving letters and phone calls requesting donations to the "American Association of S... More ... New bill to protect Social Security fund U.S. Rep. Elton Gallegly (RThousand Oaks) has introduced a bill that would protect the Social Security fund. The United States has 20 totalization agreements with other countries to coordinate the payment of Social Security taxes and benefits for workers who divide their careers betwee... More ...
FAIRY TALE COACH- The Secret Garden offers customers a complimentary Valentine's Day carriage ride, hosted by Enchanted Carriages of Somis. John and Patricia Bird enjoy a short jaunt around Old Towne Moorpark before dinner. More ...
By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com America's Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College has been given the rare opportunity to participate in an endangered species captive rearing program. The mood was cheerful as Fish and Game, U.S. Navy, college and conservation leaders celebrated the arrival of Palos Verdes Blue butterfly pupae ... More ... Rotarians will work together to clean camp Four local Rotary clubs are combining volunteer forces for a "Rotary Gives Thanks" Community Service Day from 8 a.m. to noon Sat., Feb. 24. Volunteers from Rotary Club of Simi Sunrise, Rotary Club of Simi Sunset, Rotary Club of Simi Valley and Rotary Club of Moorpark will work together to spru... More ... Paint horse lovers celebrate champions The Greater Los Angeles Paint Horse Club will host its annual awards banquet 7 p.m. Tues., Feb. 20 at the Stray Steer Restaurant, 4351 Valley Fair St., Simi Valley. The 2006 expanded Paint Promotion Program provided members who show their paint horses on the open show circuit an opportunity... More ...
LET IT SNOW- On a recent Friday Moorpark First Five had its annual snow day at the offices at 61 High St. A truckfull of snow was dumped into the parking lot and children gathered to enjoy the snowflakes. Sandy Lane, First Five Center coordinator, is shown here, getting the slides read... More ... Refurbishing skateboards is boy's way of giving back Devin's efforts have inspired other local teens By Sophia Fischer sfischer@theacorn.com Skateboarding is such a fun activity for Devin Schneider, a 13yearold from Westlake Village, that he wants to share it with others. The Lindero Canyon Middle School eighth-grader collected skateboard decks, trucks, wheels and bearings donated by friends, family and local busines... More ...
By Daniel Wolowicz camarillo@theacorn.com Rows of computer servers hum and whir in the airconditioned room on the first floor of the Ventura County Fire Communication Center. The powerful computers, linked to a stateoftheart satellite system, comprise the hub of the recently completed emergency dispatch center at the depar... More ... Special activities at Maritime Museum The Ventura County Maritime Museum will celebrate its 16th anniversary with a weekend celebration on Presidents' Weekend, Feb. 17 through 19, in the museum's courtyard. The museum open house and all activities will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. All events are free and open to the pub... More ... 'Magical' club benefit needs sponsors, items The Boys & Girls Club of Moorpark presents the 20th annual benefit dinner and auction, "A Touch of Magic," Sat., March 31 in the Air Force One Pavilion at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley. The event will include entertainment from local magicians ... More ...
By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com Five local students who've inspired others at school and in the community to succeed have been chosen to attend the Rotary Youth Leadership Camp in April. The young contingent includes Billy Simons, Kristen Faeber, Shani Bass, Ryan Khatibi and Matthew Serrano. More ... Award-winning equestrian to sign new book Bright Star Saddlery will host a book signing for Debbie McDonald, Olympic medalist, World Equestrian Games medalist and World Cup Champion, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sun., Feb. 25 at 28708-C Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills. McDonald's book, "Riding Through," discusses dressage movement... More ... Reagan Library displays attire of recent First Ladies The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum presents a new exhibit, First Ladies Red Dress Collection. This display showcases red dresses and suits worn by Nancy Reagan, Laura Bush, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Barbara Bush, Rosalynn Carter, Betty Ford and Claudia (Lady Bird) ... More ... |
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