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Car club news for the week of June 2, 2012
Car club members and guests are invited to bring their "pride and joys" to a private tour of the Mullin Automotive Museum followed by lunch at The Tower Club today.
Santa Paula receives money for 10th Street project
The $52,000 that Santa Paula recently received from the California Transportation Commission will go toward beautification of 10th Street from Highway 126 to the bikeA path.
Editorial: Green waste proposal calls for fresh thinking
When it comes to reinventing the Central Coast's economy around renewable energy technologies, new rules need to be written - and some adjustmentsA will be inevitable.
Chilean citrus to U.S. could increase 7%
Newly planted acreage in Chile should begin bearing fruit this season, resulting in upticks in volume for navel oranges, clementines and mandarins.
Early start for valencias? California hopes so
California grower-shippers are hoping for an early start to the summer valencia deal, since navel supplies are expected to wind down soon.
Local artists Maggie Kildee, Omar d'Leon and Andrea Yomtob will showcase their work in "Neo-Magical Realism: The Divinity of Beauty," an exhibit of paintings and sculptures from today to June 30 at the Studio Channel Islands Art Center Gallery.
Port Hueneme's redevelopment list OK'd by state
Port Hueneme had its entire list of ongoing redevelopment projects approved by the state Department of Finance, according to a letter sent Wednesday.
What's In Season at the Farmers Market: Short-Season Olallieberries and Mulberries
The path to the olallieberry, a 1935 loganberry and youngberry cross that grows exceptionally well here in California, is a very short one.
Santa Paula council to again consider deal with embattled police chief
The Santa Paula City Council will again consider a settlement offer with its police chief, more than two weeks after a similar closed-door meeting.
Love story: Earl + Virginia = forever
Seventy-two years later, on Thursday, May 24, the two held hands over a table at Madison House assisted living center and cut a cake celebrating the longevity of their marriage, and lives.
Seniors graduate from Somis Academy during Camarillo ceremony
Somis Academy graduate Nathaniel Samuel holds his niece Zoey Arreola and laughs as his mother, Arlene Martinez , speaks and his grandmother Margaret Martinez listens Wednesday during the graduation ceremony at the Camarillo Ranch House.
Grand jury details conditions of Ventura County jails
A report released Wednesday by the Ventura County Grand Jury detailing conditions of local jails and holding cells found they all met minimum state standards, but the panel also recommended some improvements.
Morning Report: Redding man arrested in Ventura after allegedly stealing motorcycle
About 10:50 p.m. a Ventura Police officer saw the suspect, Duane Walczak, 26, pushing a motorcycle into a drive way of an apartment complex in the 300 block of West Ramona Street, police said.
Ventura couple who died in Saturday night crash identified
The two Venturans who died in Saturday night's car crash in Santa Paula were identified as husband and wife Sunday afternoon by the Ventura County Medical Examiner's Office.
Steve McQueen Home Finally Selling
After 990 Days, Steve McQueen's Famous "Escape from Hollywood Home" that had a 4,200 sf Airport Hangar Garage is finally selling Hollywood, CA May 22, 2012; Steve McQueen is beloved by Car and Motorcycle Collectors and Enthusiasts the world over.
St. Augustine Academy sends 14 grads into the world
After giving his senior address, Nicholas Van Hecke is greeted by classmates AnnaMaria Masteller and Elizabeth Krestyn during St.
5 Des Moines police chief finalists meet the public
The five Des Moines police chief finalists pose for a photo. They are George Delgado, Vancouver WA; John Dyer, Oak Harbor WA; Charlie Dennis, Page AZ; Christopher Shawkey, Costa Mesa CA; and Stephen MacKinnon, Santa Paula CA.
Santa Paula High School's class of 1962 will hold its 50-year reunion Oct. 5-7 in Santa Paula.
Local Boxing Notebook: Aguiniga hopes to control weight, opponent
Most members of the media and boxing insiders agree Jose Aguiniga was on the cusp of a world title shot years ago.
Costs so far for investigation of PD Chief MacKinnon top $15,500
Costs so far for investigation of PD Chief MacKinnon top $15,500 By Peggy Kelly Santa Paula News Published: May 25, 2012 The investigation into the allegations against Police Chief Steve MacKinnon has so far racked up a bill of more than $15,500, according to invoices from attorneys and a private investigation firm released by the city through a ... (more)