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Suspects arrested for vandalizing menorah Teens targeted The Oaks mall By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com Thousand Oaks Police arrested Kevin Bowers, 18, and a 17-year-old accomplice Dec. 17 for felony vandalism, conspiracy to commit burglary and committing a hate crime. More ... Avila wants to mend fences By Sophia Fischer sfischer@theacorn.com Daniel Avila, who ran unsuccessfully for Thousand Oaks City Council last month, came before the council last week to apologize for his actions during the election, and later pleaded not guilty in Ventura County Superior Court on related misdemeanor charges. More ... Military recruiting session botched I think the public would like to hear from someone who attended that outrageous public meeting on military recruiters on high school campuses at the T.O. library in November. More ...
Photo provided courtesy of ELAINE MCKEARN NEW LEADERS-Ventura County District Attorney Greg Totten installs the new Thousand Oaks Republican Women's Federated officers at the Sherwood Country Club. More ... Did you know? Tuesday was the shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. From now until June 21, 2005 the days grow longer. More ...
Boy ordered to leave Westlake High School By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com A Thousand Oaks driver whose traffic accident resulted in the death of a 13-year-old passenger was sentenced in juvenile court last week. More ... Dec. 15 was an unlucky day on the roads The roads aren’t safe. On one day, Dec. 15, there were 18 traffic crashes in Thousand Oaks, according to police reports. More ...
By Sophia Fischer sfischer@theacorn.com The holiday spirit was clearly visible at The Oaks mall last Friday when a group of local elementary school students arrived at the Thousand Oaks shopping center to help make the holidays brighter for disadvantaged children. More ...
Second of two parts By Stephanie Bertholdo bertholdo@theacorn.com Joni Eareckson Tada is an inspiration. More ... Helping others can brighten your holiday For an increasing number of people, the true holiday spirit is in giving—and not just giving presents to loved ones, but giving time or money to help complete strangers. More ... Winter time activities for teens The Thousand Oaks Teen Center, 1375 E. Janss Road, announces its Winter Program season, beginning the week of Jan. 10. More ...
JAMES FARRALLY/Acorn Newspapers LOOKING SHARP-Laura Miyagishima and her 17-month-old daughter, Jenna, wait for their turn to see Santa Claus at the Janss Marketplace last Saturday. More ...
WARM 'N' FUZZY-Los Robles hospital volunteer Katy Fiore, Sarah's House Executive Director Dianna Talley, hospital Chaplain Michael McDonald, and Sarah's House Resident Director Eve Lerner pose with donated items for needy families. More ... Thrift shop celebrates 35th anniversary By Sophia Fischer sfischer@theacorn.com Merry Hall Tree Thrift Shop, 2929 Theresa Dr., in Newbury Park is celebrating its 35th anniversary in the community. During this time, proceeds from the shop have provided financial support to the adjacent Mary Health of the Sick Convalescent and Nursing Hospital and to patients and their families. More ...
JAMES FARRALLY/Acorn Newspapers IN THE SPIRIT-Erica Howerton, 13, left, and Alison Spondello, 17, watch younger students at Bobbie's School of Performing Arts pose for a group shot with Santa Claus last Tuesday at the school in Thousand Oaks. More ... New scoutmaster for Westlake troop Westlake Village-based Boy Scout troop 485 has named Gary Case as Scoutmaster. More ... Rotarians to bring music to schools The Rotary Club of Westlake Village is soliciting community support to bring music to the public elementary schools in the Conejo Valley. More ... Kiwanis Club receives grant The Kiwanis Club of Thousand Oaks recently received a $1,000 check from the Wells Fargo Foundation Community Partners Grant Program in recognition of the club’s work in helping young children. More ... OnRamp Communications adds two clients to roster OnRamp Communications Corporation recently announced the addition of two California technology manufacturers to its client roster. More ... How to keep pets safe during holidays Holidays can be happier if pet owners follow a few easy tips to make celebrations both a safe and pleasurable experience for dogs and cats. More ... Mentors sought for foster teens Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County is seeking adult volunteers interested in becoming a mentor to a foster teen. More ...
RANDY THOMSON/Acorn Newspapers CHRISTMAS MISCHIEF-Santa (Mark Schadcker of Westlake Village) visits three brothers with mischief in their eyes: Isaiah (front left), Frankie (rear left), and Jessie Prado, along with their sisters, Laura Alvarez (rear), and Marinda Gonce-Belgard. More ...
SANTA'S HELPERS-Westlake Village resident Loretta Shuken, left, and Newbury Park resident Karen Wahrenbrock help Santa, Camarillo resident Travis Hall, distribute donated toys and candy. More ... History of chocolate, sweets is tasty one Chocolate. It comes in dark or white; with nuts, raisins, caramel or crisps; in Santa shapes and bunny silhouettes. The world’s favorite treat is enjoyed in many forms, consistencies and flavors. More ... |
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