SOAKING UP THE SUN— On a cold, gusty winter day in Thousand Oaks visitors come from out of town to spend time at the Park and Bark facility on Avenida de Las Flores, just west of the 23 Freeway. Hollywood resident Steve Stassi, left, brought his Italian greyhound, Corso, who's nicely bundled in a coat and turtleneck. More...
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By Nancy Needham nancy@theacorn.com
Cmdr. Jeff Matson has been selected to serve as police chief in Thousand Oaks, replacing police chief Cmdr. Dennis Carpenter. Carpenter has accepted a promotion to chief deputy of the Ventura County Sheriff's Department (VCSD). More...
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Ventura County law enforcement took more drunk drivers off roads and highways this holiday season than ever before, an official with a countywide DUI enforcement team said last week. From Dec. 12 to Jan.1, 14 law enforcement agencies arrested 470 people suspected of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol in a 21day DUI crackdown known as Avoid the 14. More...
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"Selective mutism," an early childhood condition which causes those who have it to be unable to speak in certain situations, is as confusing as it is misunderstood, according to mental health experts. More...
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Directed by: Bryan Singer Starring: Tom Cruise, Kenneth Branagh, Bill Nighy, Tom Wilkinson, Terence Stamp Rated: R (for brief violence, brief adult language) Running time: 120 minutes Best suited for: More...
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THURS., JAN. 8 Calabasas Chamber of Commerce Hosts breakfast, networking bingo at Hilton Garden Inn, 24150 Park Sorrento, Calabasas. $15 members, $18 firsttime visitors. RSVP requested. Phone: 818.222. More...
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In the past couple of months, numerous articles appeared in both newspapers and magazines that ultimately blame the American public school system for our nation's abysmal test scores. Critics direct the accusations toward the teachers and the supposedly ineffective administrations that churn out ill-educated students. More...
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ON FIRE—The Conejo Valley Unified Inferno girls' U-11 soccer team finished first in the Coast Soccer League Bronze Beta Division. Back row, from left: trainer Clay Cameron, Kylie Appleford, Kaitlin Morley, Sarah Oechsli, Kate Brennan, Hanna Muddle, Alex Peralta, Grace Foraker and coach Doug Easton. Front row: Paige Cornelius, Alexis Rosenberg, Allison Easton, Annie Ray, Alex Peltz and Hannah Zelie. More...
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Company Name AMGEN BAXTER BEVERLY HILLS BANCORP CAMINOSOFT CORP. CHEESECAKE FACTORY DIODES, INC DTS, INC. ELECTRONIC SENSOR TECHNOLOGY TECH INC. ESNR HOMESTORE. More...
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JANN HENDRY/Acorn Newspapers PREFERRED A CLOSE-UP—Smudge, an 8-year-old Dalmatian, can be adopted from the Agoura Animal Shelter at 29525 Agoura Road, just west of Kanan, south of the 101 Freeway. Ask about identification No. A1726051. Always call (818) 991-0071 first or visit animalcare.lacounty.gov because Smudge may have already been adopted. More...
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A male, 48, allegedly pushed and hit his wife during a domestic dispute and was arrested at 12:50 p.m. Dec. 30 in the 900 block of La Grange Avenue. When he was in the back of the patrol car, he allegedly kicked out the rear door window, causing $400 in damage. The subject's wife, 43, was also arrested and charged with battery. More...
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Late one night an old and very wise master teacher took his students into the village and said to them, "I am old and helpless and have no money. Go and follow people who are walking alone along the dark side streets and, when no one will see you, pull them into a dark corner and take their money. Do them no harm, but bring me the money. More...
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WENDY PIERRO/Acorn Newspapers WIND CHILL FACTOR DOESN'T MATTER- John Cavanagh, 5, of Thousand Oaks and his baby sitter, Maggie Stanley of West Hills, are bundled up as they challenge the chilly temperatures to frolic in Oakbrook Neighborhood Park. On Jan. 3 the pair played in the sand and got a little damp going down the slide before hitting the swings, one of John's favorite activities. More...
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Regarding the T.O. Acorn story of Jan. 1, "Filmmakers want new ordinance so they can focus on Thousand Oaks": We elect the Thousand Oaks City Council to decide how best to successfully manage our city, not individuals who often think only of themselves. More...
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Crickets are the keepers of time. They keep the rhythm of the day and of the music of the wilderness. The birds maintain the melodies, the bullfrogs the bass. The coyotes offer the dramatic rift in a song that might otherwise become monotonous. More...
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We don't offer opinions on everything that happens around here, but this week we have editorial remarks about two subjects. Concerning the proposed Costco store for Newbury Park, the Thousand Oaks Acorn has already endorsed the plan. More...
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ON THE MAP—Christopher and Kathleen Carson of Thousand Oaks vacation in New Zealand with their hometown newspaper. They used the map behind them to plan their journey and the Thousand Oaks Acorn to keep up-to-date on local events. More...
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This two bedroom, two bath single-story townhome has been remodeled. It is an end unit and has an open floorplan, smooth ceilings, recessed lighting, raised panel doors, custom tile floors, upgraded neutral carpeting, crown molding, skylights and the interior has recently been painted. More...
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