County’s mammoth moment
Two decades ago, construction crews breaking ground on a new housing development in Moorpark weren’t expecting to dig up a celebrity. Buried just six feet...
Tiny tech with a big impact
You’re not too old for hearing aids— only too young to miss out on life. At age 91, my mother finally got hearing aids. It...
Stars, stripes and smiles
BATTLE TESTED—Naval fighter pilot Captain Charlie Plumb, above, speaks to event guests about patriotism and his six years spent as a prisoner of war after...
Slice of life in beautiful detail wins student art award
Congresswoman Julia Brownley (DCA) announced Angela Liu from Westlake High School is the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for California’s 26th Congressional District....
Conejo Valley Days returns
Yee-haw, dust off your cowboy hat and boots and mosey on down to Conejo Creek Park South from June 19 to 29 for Conejo Valley’s...
Students bound for service
Congressmember Julia Brownley made nine appointments to United States Service academies this year. Seven of those students attended Conejo Valley schools. The recent high school graduates, who will commit to...
CRPD honors park advocates
Two stewards of nature were honored by the Conejo Recreation and Park District for their decades of dedication earlier this month. George Lange and the late Ed Jones were this...
Achoo! Allergy season is here
The 2025 spring allergy season is underway and millions of Americans are facing the onslaught. With pollen levels expected to spike earlier and last longer due to better than normal...
Don’t take aneurysms lightly
Aneurysms are a silent killer, but 95% of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) can be successfully treated if detected early, health officials say. AAA occurs when the wall of the aorta...
Los Robles to close pediatric ward
Los Robles Regional Medical Center will close its Pediatric Inpatient Care Unit on July 1, hospital officials said. In a written statement provided by spokesperson Megan Merino, Los Robles Health...
Bold in Black and Gold
CLASS ACT—Below Graduates walk into Panther Stadium during Newbury Park High School’s 57th annual commencement ceremony on June 13.
A legacy forged in fire
See next week's edition for photos from CVUSD's remaining three high schools.
Get to know National Charity League Vista Robles
National Charity League Vista Robles Chapter, a nonprofit, is a mother-daughter membership organization. The mission of NCL is to foster mother-daughter relationships in a philanthropic organization committed to community service,...
Young new pastor ascends Calvary
The flock at Calvary Community Church in Westlake Village has a new head shepherd. Last month Brian Howard, 36, took on the mantle of senior pastor, succeeding Shawn Thornton, who...
Special sunrise service dedicated to fire victims
For decades, Christians from the Conejo Valley have gathered at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks-Griffin Memorial Park in Westlake Village for the annual Easter Sunrise Service. This year, the service will...
Bahá’í faith to observe holiest holiday of the year
At sundown on Sun., April 20, followers in the area and around the world will mark the beginning of the 12 days of Ridván, the holiest celebration of the year...
Newbury Park beauty under a mil
An attractive single-story mid-century home at 40 Dickenson Avenue in Newbury Park has been renovated with style and comfort in mind. Vaulted ceilings and natural light create a bright, airy...
Wildwood home with koi pond
Donna Benevento, broker associate with Coldwell Banker Realty in Westlake Village has listed a highly upgraded Thousand Oaks Wildwood home in the Wildflower tract built in 1979. The 2,150 square...
Louie’s nightlife spot brings Riviera glam to Conejo Valley
Business Spotlight is a special promotional section reserved for Acorn advertisers. The Conejo Valley nightlife scene received a needed boost of vibrant energy with the 2024 opening of Louie’s at...
The healing power of memories
I just returned from possibly the best vacation of my life. The memories I brought back will stay with me forever. The trip began with...
Mini horses, big hearts
For the last couple of weeks, Senior Concerns’ Adult Day participants have had been treated to two special guests, Romeo and Ziggy. They are wonderful...
Do memory troubles come with age?
With the issue front and center in President Joe Biden’s bid for reelection, discussions about age-related memory challenges are receiving much attention these days. Here...
Love has no age limit
The other day my husband and I were having a very early dinner at one of the restaurants on Westlake Lake. Because it was so...
Top Sports Events in California You Don’t Want to Miss This Year
California, a hub of sports and entertainment, hosts some of the nation’s most thrilling sporting events each year. With a wide variety of games across...
California’s Crypto Boom: How a Tech Hub Pushes Digital Finance Revolution
Crypto is no longer simply an investment opportunity. It's now a central part of modern technology, with California playing a central role in its development...
Tennessee Vacationer Wins Big at Caesars Palace with a Life-Changing Poker Jackpot
Two poker players struck it rich at the legendary Caesars Palace in Las Vegas over a single weekend. Among them was a woman from Knoxville,...
