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Metrolink offers EZ pass All Metrolink train tickets and passes include the Los Angeles County EZ Transit Pass feature and are valid as a local boarding on participating transit systems in Los Angeles County, including DASH, Commuter Express and Metro buses and trains. More ... Minimum wage raised in state On Jan. 1 the minimum wage in California increased from $7.50 to $8 per hour. This change will affect nearly 1.5 million state residents. A bill to increase the minimum wage was sponsored by the California Labor Federation in 2006. More ... Dantona drops out of Senate race By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com Just a month before the state primary, Jim Dantona is withdrawing from the race to represent Santa Barbara and Ventura counties in the California Senate. More ...
FOOD FOR EVERYONE- Cub Scout Pack 3604 of Moorpark adopts several families for the holidays through Moorpark Catholic Charities. Each den in the pack collected holiday gifts and food items for their "family." The scouts sang for the congregation of Moorpark Presbyterian Church and displayed the bask... More ... County board replaces CEO with Robins By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com The Ventura County Board of Supervisors recently selected Marty Robinson to replace CEO Johnny Johnston. Robinson, 57, will be the first woman to serve in the top administrative position for Ventura County. "She will provide the steady hand in leadership the county needs," said Johnsto... More ... Preparedness training to start Applications are being ac- cepted from Moorpark residents for Community Emergency Response Team training. The seven training sessions will take place at the Moorpark Community Center Citrus Room, 799 Moorpark Ave. The classes are six weekday evenings from 7 to 9:30 Wed., Jan. 16 ... More ... Supervisors select Foy as new chair By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com Peter Foy was appointed chair of the Ventura County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, just a few days after marking his first year in office. The Simi Valley resident and businessman was vice-chairman of the board in 2007. He replaces Supervisor Linda Parks, who had been at the he... More ... Active Adult Programs The Moorpark Active Adult Center presents the following activities for seniors this month. Events require a reservation and will meet at 799 Moorpark Ave. unless otherwise noted. Programs are free unless a donation is requested. More ... Persons needed for advisory committee The Moorpark City Council requests interested persons submit an application for consideration to fill a vacancy on the Active Adult Center Advisory Committee. The appointment is to complete the current term set to expire December 2008. More ... At The Library •Family Story Time this month is Sun., Jan. 13 from 3 to 4 p.m. the Moorpark City Library, 699 Moorpark Ave. The event will feature storytelling, reading stories and poetry, refreshments, and a craft project. The whole family is invited. More ... DUI crackdown in Ventura County Two fatalities reported over holiday By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com Two people died and 449 were arrested in Ventura County during a 19-day DUI crackdown, known as Avoid the 14, that ran from Dec. 14 through Jan. 1. Fourteen law enforcement agencies throughout the county, including sheriff 's deputies, city police, state park rangers and t... More ... Recipe of the week Cheesy scalloped potatoes 8 oz. cheddar cheese 1/4 cup butter or margarine 4 tbls. flour 2 cups milk 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 2 small onions, diced 6 medium potatoes, sliced Preheat oven to 350. Shred cheese. In a 2-quart saucepan melt butter over low heat. Blend in flour. Add milk all at once. Cook stirrin... More ... Agencies share tips about filing 2007 income tax By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com As local residents prepare to file their 2007 income tax returns, state and federal officials unveiled new programs, promised better service and reminded taxpayers to be aware of commonly overlooked credits. Customer service from the State Franchise Tax Board will be improved this year... More ...
PINCH OF LOVE- Lela, 1, a female brown miniature pinscher, is a stray with a microchip. Her owners did not reclaim her. She is sweet and loveable. Lela is available now for adoption at the Camarillo Animal Shelter. Her animal ID is A411121. Occasionally pets have already been adopted, so call (805) ... More ... |
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