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August 23, 2007  RSS feed

Sayonara to summer
BALI HIGH--Jeremy Goldberg jumps effortlessly into the tropical waters at sunset during a Thai dive excursion. The Agoura Hills resident recently returned from a four-month trip to Southeast Asia. Please see the Community section for more of his travel story. Closer to home, children are returning to school as another summer in suburban paradise draws to a close. More...
Countrywide confirms job reductions
Local offices not impacted, company says
By Nancy Needham nancy@theacorn.com

Countrywide Financial Corp., the nation's largest mortgage lender, has begun laying off staff. According to a report released by the company, about 500 positions have been eliminated across the country. Although the company's headquarters are in Calabasas, it has offices in surrounding cities including Thousand Oaks and Simi Valley. More...

Bottled vs. tap water debate filters down to the schools
Many love the bottle, others see glass half-full
By Stephanie Bertholdo bertholdo@theacorn.com

Americans are bonkers over bottled water, so enamored with the stuff that they are willing to pay many times more than they do for tap water. According to one estimate, if the cost of tap water equaled the cost of even the cheapest 5-gallon jug of water, a typical monthly water bill would run $9,000. More...

 Community
• Area hospitals keep eye out for St. John's
Area hospital administrators say none of the local facilities have been inundated with patients since St. John's Regional Medical Center of Oxnard closed on Aug. 8 for mold fumigation. State regulators are expected to give the 265-bed hospital the go-ahead to reopen. More...
• Helicopter will keep eye out
• Write on
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 Health & Wellness
• Beach benefit to support Doctors Without Borders
Malibu Global Awareness celebrates changing the world at its fourth annual fundraiser to benefit Doctors Without Borders on Sat., Sept. 15 at the Malibu Road home of videogame entrepreneur John Garcia. Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and a silent auction begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner and a live auction at 7:30 p.m. More...
• article has image Golf tournament to help local boy
• Calabasas dentist receives Mastership Award
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 Bulletin
Board
• article has image Datebook
THURS., AUG. 23 Chamber Reception Agoura/Oak Park/Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce hosts reception, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Prudential California Realty Calabasas, 23925 Park Sorrento, Calabasas. Free admission. (818) 889-3150. FRI., AUG. More...
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 Business
• Oak Park company wins technology award
Computer enhances TV images
The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced that the Teranex Video Computer is a recipient of the 2007 Primetime Emmy Engineering Award. Teranex will receive the award, a plaque for Outstanding Achievement in Engineering Development, during the Primetime Creative Arts ceremony on Sat., Sept. 8 at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. More...
• article has image The drive toward safety awareness
• article has image Reception for top realtor
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 Schools
• Gearing up to go back to school
For millions of American families, back-to-school shopping has evolved from a quick dash for paper and pencils into a process that begins much earlier in the summer. The U.S. Department of Education estimates that almost 18 million students will enroll in American colleges and universities this year. More...
• District to host Superintendent's Forums
• article has image Las Virgenes Unified opening with many personnel changes
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 Sports
• article has image Basketball season ends- fall sign ups begin
The Westlake NJB youth basketball league completed another six-week summer season with its championship games on Aug. 19 at the Westlake High School gym. More than 200 boys and girls participated in Championship Day. More...
• article has image Golfer on the mark
• article has image Locals lift Bruins to No. 14 preseason ranking
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 Pets
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SWEETIE- Charles, a 5year-old male shih tzu mix, has a cheerful personality but is blind and requires daily eye medication. Charles gets along well with other dogs and loves traveling in cars. To take Charles home, visit the Agoura Animal Shelter at 29525 Agoura Road. As for ID No. A3595080. More...
• article has image Squirrel of the Month
• Remembering your departed pet
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 Police
• Blotter
Agoura Hills Three thefts were reported on Hillrise Drive Aug. 11. Someone stole $130 worth of tools, a pair of $200 sunglasses and $400 worth of CDs as well as keys, ammunition and a map book valued at $15 from a vehicle parked in the 29400 block. More...
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 Faith
• Nominations sought for Bea Thompson awards
The OneSpirit Center for Conscious Living, also known as the Simi Valley Religious Science Church, has open nominations for the Bea Thompson Make a Difference Foundation Award. More...
• article has image Teen group travels north to help the poor
• article has image The Art of Being
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 Family
• Keeping the home safe for everyone
Family awareness of common hazards around the house should never take a vacation. To ensure days are free of any accidents and emergencies, the American Home Furnishings Alliance offers this quick home safety checklist. •In with the new. If you've purchased new outdoor furnishings, review the manufacturer's tags for important safety information. More...
• article has image Program promotes parenting skills
• Time to prepare for fire season
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 Obituaries
• article has image Locals bid farewell to renowned rock climber
STRONG SPIRIT- Left, internationally acclaimed rock climber Michael Reardon of Oak Park, shown in earlier days. Below, friends and fans gather at Malibu Creek State Park last week to celebrate Reardon's life and accomplishments. Reardon, 42, was knocked off the side of a cliff by a freak wave while climbing in southern Ireland in July. More...
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 On the
Town
• article has image The Movie Nut
"Superbad" Directed by: Greg Mottola Starring: Jonah Hill, Michael Cera, Christopher Mintz Plasse, Seth Rogen, Bill Hader MPAA rating: R (for adult language, adult situations, un derage alcohol use, drug use) Running time: More...
• article has image Holocaust story packs powerful message
• CLU concert to blend music, physiology
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 Letters
• Even bullies go back to school
The new school year is approaching, and I know I'm not alone in my concerns about harassment and bullying in schools. It is an epidemic problem throughout the United States, and our school district is no exception. More...
• New coach needs coaching
• Kanan 'cry babies'
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 Editorials
• Bottle vs. tap--the debate is fluid
Hardly a moment goes by that you don't see someone toting a water bottle for a cool drink. Bottled water is a $15-billion industry in America with more than 8 billion gallons of the stuff consumed annually. Millions of people swear by bottled water and happily choose from dozens of different brands. More...
• article has image Cartoon
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