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December 27th, 2007
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The Year in Review
A smoking ban aimed at Calabasas apartment dwellers, the approval of a controversial private school near Agoura Hills, and a contentious election for Westlake Village City Council topped the list of stories making headlines in More...
2007: Ears to you

WENDY PIERRO/Acorn Newspapers TOP DOG- Monica Varah of Agoura Hills coddles Rooster the Chihuahua during October's Reyes Adobe Days parade in Agoura Hills. It is The Acorn's 2007 Photo of the Year. More...

Top reader photo of the year

SUN SETS ON 2007- Jeremy Goldberg of Agoura Hills submitted this photo of himself jumping effortlessly into the tropical waters off Thailand during a trip that he wrote about in The Acorn. Throughout the year, Acorn readers submit many excellent photos; this one was deemed the best. More...

 Community
•Homes aglow throughout the community
WENDY PIERRO/Acorn Newspapers LIGHTS, CAMERA- Holiday lights in December are a tradition across the United States. This home on Castlehill Drive in Agoura Hills spared no expense with the exterior decorations, and the results proved spectacular. Santa and his elves, reindeers, soldiers, su... More...
•Early deadlines
•FOR THE RECORD
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 Health & Wellness
•Kids are a picture of health
CLEAR, CRISP DAY- Emma Anderson and Caroline Baumann enjoy the thrill of a sled ride during "snow day" Dec. 19 at Oak Hills Elementary School in Oak Park. Students from the kindergarten classes of Paula Foy and Denise Wall were treated to the imported snow, courtesy of school parents. More...
•Are childrens' toys too noisy?
•Seniors appreciate visit from youngsters
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 Bulletin Board
•Datebook
MON., DEC. 31 Teens Celebrate Thousand Oaks Teen Center hosts annual New Year's Eve Celebration, 8 p.m. to 12:15 a.m., 1375 E. Janss Road. DJ, laser show, live band, raffles, free pizza, open soda bar, midnight balloon drop, free party hats & noise makers. Photos available. For seve... More...
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 Business
•EYE ON LOCAL AREA STOCKS
Company Name AMGEN BAXTER BEVERLY HILLS BANCORP CAMINOSOFT CORP. CHEESECAKE FACTORY COUNTRYWIDE FINANCIAL CORP. DIODES, INC DTS, INC. ELECTRONIC CLEARING HOUSE ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY SENSOR INC. More...
•Last Chance opens in Westlake
•Joins law firm
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 Schools
•Girl Scouts donate to food bank
GIVE UNTO OTHERS- Members of Yerba Buena Elementary Girl Scout Troop 628 deliver donated items from their homes to the Manna Conejo Valley Food Bank during the holiday troop meeting. From left, Montzerat Pena, Candace Martorano, Olivia Comegys, Isabella Ojeda, Kendall Gutt, Mackenzie Knigin, H... More...
•Viewpoint students serve others
•Local schools earn high national rank
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 Sports
•Marmonte League has several contenders on the pitch
With the winter season now upon us, temperatures in the area have been dropping. On the other hand, the Marmonte League girls' soccer race is just heating up. Leading the pack is Agoura High, who is 7-0 overall and 3-0 in the Marmonte League. The Chargers' league wins have come against W... More...
•Helpful tips on improving your golf game in 2008
•They're the New England Patriots of AYSO
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 Pets
•Pet of the Week
HOLIDAY PET- Heidi, a 2-year-old female shepherd mix, can be adopted from the Agoura Animal Shelter at 29525 Agoura Road. To take Heidi home, ask about identification No. A3717028. Occasionally pets have already been adopted, so always call (818) 991-0071 first or visit http:// ani... More...
•Audobon Society plans nature programs
•Squirrel of the Month
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 Police
•Sheriff's Blotter
Agoura Hills Burglars stole a $140 iPod and a $25 purse from a vehicle parked in the 6000 block of Dovetail Drive Dec. 10. The culprits also caused $250 in damage when they shattered a window to gain entry. Calabasas Vandals caused $415 in damages when they poured soda on merchandise i... More...
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 Faith
•Modern day 'Johnny Appleseed' organizes tree planting project
Tom Sisulak smiles when locals refer to him as their own "Johnny Appleseed." He considers it a compliment and a calling. When Sisulak noticed many trees in his tree-filled hometown were starting to die, he sounded an environmental call to arms. He asked his United Methodist church to hel... More...
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 Family
•Wedding bells
LOVE IN BLOOM- Chris Parker from Westlake Village and Erica Fagunders of Agoura Hills have announced their engagement. The couple will wed next July at St. Jude Church inWestlakeVillage.ParkerisaacorporatebankeratWells Fargo Foothill Bank and Fagunders is a graphic designer for Tiger Beat an... More...
•Art contest for Ventura County residents
•5K run slated for New Year's Day
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 On the Town
•Young rockers dazzle contest judges
BOY BAND- JetStream, a band formed by four 12- to 14-year-old boys through the Paul Green School of Rock Music in Agoura Hills, earned second place in the Global Battle of the Bands. The competition pitted 30 bands from around the world at the Electric Ballroom in Camden Town, London. From left, ban... More...
•New Year's Eve benefit show
•"Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story"
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 Letters
•Homeowner comments lead to controversy
I believe appalling is a fair description for the disdain Mr. Lahana and the Morrison Ranch HOA's Board express for lower income people. But I am not surprised. More...
•Affordable housing can't be ignored
•HOA president missed the mark
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 Editorials
•One resolution worth keeping
As we come to the end of another year, some of us are thinking about making New Year's resolutions. But think back: How did those vows for 2007 turn out? Maybe a few people stopped smoking or drinking last Jan. 1; maybe several more gave up overeating and lost weight. More...
•Cartoon
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 Vacation Photos
•Take Your Acorn on Vacation
COLD CONTINENT- Gabriel Aldarian of Westlake Village mingles with the penquins at the Chilean research laboratory in Antarctica. More...
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 Real Estate
•The Grounds Of This Home Features More Than Thirty Palm Trees
The grounds of this Deer Ridge home contain more than 30 palm trees. The 4-bedroom, 3bath floor plan includes a bonus room. The home has hardwood floors and new carpet and tile, and has been recently painted. There is a paved vehicle/RV area to the side of the garage. One bedroom and ... More...
•Lori Mills
•This New Lakeside Remodeled Home Will Be Completed By The End Of December 2007
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