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Candidate says MAC needs new blood
     Tony Fote (pronounced Fo-tay) said he has many positive ideas and nothing negative to say about living in Oak Park.
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Committee to discuss area’s future challenges
Group to prepare for budget deficits
     In order to cope with unprecedented state and federal deficits, business, civic, education, nonprofit and resident group leaders in the Conejo and Las Virgenes areas will convene this month to seek solutions to the most pressing funding issues the region will face over the next 20 years.
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Mountains Conservancy to discuss Soka purchase
     The Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy will debate at its Sept. 27 meeting whether or not to use Proposition 50 and Proposition 40 funds to purchase and preserve the 600-acre Soka University campus in Calabasas.
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Conserve water, keep plants green
     Did you ever think that you could be saving water by using an automatic irrigation system? Probably not, but if your irrigation system is correctly designed, installed and maintained, it will help minimize the amount of water needed to keep your lawn and landscape looking healthy.
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Speaker’s bureau to highlight workforce issues
     The Workforce Investment Board of Ventura County (WIB) will relaunch its speaker
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Watershed tour educational
First in a series
on environmental issues
     "From the Headwaters to the Lagoon: the Malibu Creek Watershed Tour," conducted earlier this month, provided a broad environmental education on the region in an all-day adult field trip.
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Algae smothering Malibu Lagoon
     The Malibu Lagoon is choking. Participants of the Malibu Creek Watershed Tour saw firsthand how algae is smothering the bay. Malibu Lagoon spans 13 acres at the end of the Malibu Creek Watershed.
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Oak Park woman fights for her life, place to live
     Although she was diagnosed with advanced breast cancer over two years ago, Robin Josephson went scuba diving off Catalina Island recently. Her will to survive and thrive has led her to stay positive in spite of remarkably trying conditions.
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Time to go native with these Soka University green events
     Wildlife and gardening enthusiasts Trish and Chris Meyer will present a visual chronology through video and digital photography on how they transformed a one-third-acre hillside into a natural haven for more than 50 species of birds and butterflies by using native, low-maintenance plants in their landscape during a "Wildscaping with Native Plants" workshop from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
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Corvette show is DARE project
     Red Line Corvettes, in conjunction with the Thousand Oaks Police Department and Conejo Recreation and Parks District, will host its 11th annual car show from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sun., Sept. 26 at Conejo Creek Park, Thousand Oaks.
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Last chance for Fido to straighten up and fly right
     The city of Calabasas Community Services Department will offer a "Wild & Crazy Dog Obedience" class to tame that beast at the end of the leash from 9 to 10 a.m.
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Youth Congress greeting card contest winners announced
     The Conejo/Las Virgenes Future Foundation (CLVFF) announced the winners of their Youth Congress greeting card contest.
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Bridal Premiere celebrates 21st birthday with annual fall show
     Celebrating its 21st birthday, the Bridal Premiere will host its annual fall show from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sun., Oct. 3, at the Hyatt Westlake Plaza, 880 S. Westlake Blvd. in Westlake Village.
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Pet therapy a way of life for dog and owner
     Dogs aren
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Local quilter competes internationally
     Calabasas quilter Joan Kolostian, who
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Citizens can help preserve historic landmarks
     Is there room in America
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Smoke alarms may save your life
     How important is your smoke alarm? The fact is that 60 percent of all fatal fires occur in homes without a working smoke alarm. Simply stated, when fire breaks out, the smoke alarm functions as an early warning system, reducing your risk of dying by giving you time to alert your loved ones to the fire and get out.
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Interested in family history?
Here
     The Conejo Valley Genealogical Society, Inc. will host an event marking the 25th anniversary of the group
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Scandinavian Autumnfest, marketplace is Sunday
     The Scandinavian Autumnfest and Marknad (marketplace) will be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun., Sept. 26 at Vasa Park, 2854 Triunfo Canyon Road, Agoura Hills.
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An opportunity to learn fencing
     Ready to take up a new hobby that is challenging and a great workout? The city of Calabasas will offer beginning fencing classes for youth ages 6 through 14 and for ages 15 through adult.
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LVUSD retains firm for help in superintendent search
     The Las Virgenes Unified School District board of education has retained the services of Leadership Associates to conduct a nationwide search for a new district superintendent.
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Donated furs may comfort wildlife
     Your old furs collecting dust in the closet or attic can help in the recovery of orphaned or injured wildlife. Wildlife rehabilitators use fur items as bedding and nesting material for the animals in their care.
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Attorney to explain many propositions on Nov. 2 ballot
     Attorney Kelly Hayes-Raitt will go over the numerous propositions that will be on the Tues., Nov. 2 ballot to give voters a clearer understanding of the measures at the 7 p.m.
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Haven Hills seeking volunteers
     Haven Hills is a nonprofit agency in Canoga Park working to break the cycle of domestic violence by providing services directly to victims and survivors of abuse as well as educating the community on domestic violence.
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Free computer training offered to qualifying companies
     The Employment Training Panel (ETP), a state training agency based in Sacramento, is commissioned to assist California companies to meet out-of-state competition by providing upgrading training for their employees.
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Nominees sought for Human Rights Awards
     The Western Los Angeles County and Ventura County Baha
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Use mulched leaves, twigs to enrich your lawn
     You can make use of the fallen leaves, twigs and other materials that accumulate in the yard and give your back a break. Instead of raking fallen material and placing it in bags, spread the debris evenly over the lawn and use a mulching mower to promote healthy grass growth.
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Acorn Festival offers fun activities at Malibu Creek State Park
     The Malibu Creek State Park Docents Association will host the fourth annual Fall Acorn Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sun., Oct. 3 at Malibu Creek State Park, on Malibu Canyon Road just south of its junction with Mulholland Highway in Calabasas.
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Young musicians sell Entertainment Books as fundraiser project
     The Conejo Valley Youth Orchestras are selling Entertainment Books for their fall fundraiser.
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Workshop showcases university business programs
     California Lutheran University (CLU) will conduct a series of free 90-minute informational sessions (GradQuest) to showcase its bachelor
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Over-the-counter cold remedies require caution
     The first hint of a sore throat or a runny nose sends many people scurrying to the drug store seeking relief in the form of over-the-counter cold remedies.
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New season for New West Symphony
     New West Symphony Music Director Boris Brott and Executive Director Kenneth Hopper have announced programming for 2004/2005, the symphony
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Friends of the Library to offer homebound delivery
     In their recent newsletter, the Friends of the Westlake Village Library announced that they now offer delivery service to residents of the city of Westlake Village who are homebound.
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Mayor shows appreciation
     GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY-Agoura Hills Mayor Dan Kuperberg, left, presents Herb Eckerling and Pete Reinisch with a certificate of appreciation for donating 305 hours to prepare state and federal tax returns for 123 seniors.
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Volunteers sought for tax preparation service
     AARP Tax-Aide, the nation
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Financial and estate planning offered at seminar
     The Ventura County Community Foundation
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Include pets in emergency plans
     In recognition of National Preparedness Month, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is reminding pet owners about the importance of having a contingency plan in place for their animals in the event of an emergency, natural disaster or terror attack.
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Mothers rate the fun quotient in being pregnant
Feeling the baby kick ranks high
     What
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AKC offers tips on choosing dogs
     So many breeds to choose from, so many characteristics to consider. Altogether, the American Kennel Club recognizes 153 breeds and each has specific characteristics that may appeal to or discourage a prospective dog owner.
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Rescued greyhounds make great pets
     Cliff Samuels, founder and president of Greyhound Productions, has announced the official launch of Adopt-A-Star Greyhound Rescue, a nonprofit organization dedicated to placing retired racing greyhounds in loving, caring homes in Malibu and the greater Los Angeles area.
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