Helping a child deal with chronic illness

It’s every parent’s worst nightmare: learning a child suffers from a serious ailment. But for many families, it’s not the end but the beginning of a brave, new chapter. More...

Experts share advice on how to extend the body’s warranty

Many experts have shared their conclusions about how cable television and the Internet have kept countless Americans on their behinds for longer periods of time. More...

Fish, nuts are among best foods for men

Much has been said about how important it is for women to eat certain foods containing specific nutrients. What about men? Are there foods men should eat for better overall health?  More...

Faux Fab Four perform in Conejo Valley

NO MISTAKING THE HAIRCUTS—Paperback Writer, a Beatles tribute band, entertains a large crowd on Monday at Conejo Community Park. It was the first of five Summer Concerts in the Park hosted by Conejo Recreation and Park District. More...

Music festival to celebrate summer

The second annual Tropical Daze Summer Music Festival will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat. and Sun., July 24 and 25 at Thousand Oaks Community Park, 2525 Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks. The event is a fundraiser for local nonprofits. More...

Huge crowd enjoys first summer concert

GREAT TURNOUT—Almost perfect weather and two tribute bands playing the hits of the Beatles and the Monkees attracted many residents to the first Summer Concert in the Park on Memorial Day. More...

Basketball tournament champions

SHARING A TROPHY—Champions of the May Madness Swoosh Tournament were the Westlake NJB Warriors sixth-graders. More...

Bandy’s return the feel-good story of All-Star games

Always a bundle of energy, Jenna Bandy could hardly contain her excitement. More...

FOR THE RECORD

Ryder Hesjedal won the eighth and final stage of the Amgen Tour of California. The CIF-Southern Section Division 2 boys’ volleyball final between Westlake High and Laguna Beach was played at Cypress College. More...

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Dogs can live longer with exercise and proper food

The bond between dog and owner is as strong as any interspecies relationship. With a combination of feeding and exercise, owners can extend their pet’s lifespan, say experts. Find the right food More...

LOOKING FOR A NEW HOME

LOOKING FOR A NEW HOME - Patrick is a 17-year-old gray-and-white domestic shorthair. He can be adopted at the Agoura Animal Shelter, 29525 Agoura Road, just west of Kanan. More...

Wellness Community’s gala honors local leaders

More than 370 community supporters attended the Wellness Community Valley/Ventura’s Celebration of Life Gala on May 7 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Westlake Village. More...

Foundation to present awards

The Greater Conejo Valley Community Foundation will honor local individuals and organizations that have made a positive impact on the cities of Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village and Agoura Hills at the eighth annual Spirit of Community Awards from 7 t More...

Memorial Day remembered at Pierce

WAVING HER FLAG—Ashlynn Bateman, 4, center, of Simi Valley, twin daughter of Brooke and Marschelle Bateman, waves a U.S. flag as she dances with her cousin, Kennedy Bateman. More...

Ask The DMV

Do you have questions about general driving-related requirements like registration and insurance? Are you unclear about laws and restrictions related to driving? The California Department of Motor Vehicles has answers. More...

At The Library

The Grant Brimhall/Thousand Oaks Library and the Newbury Park Branch will both offer the summer reading program 2010 for children and teens from June 14 through Aug. 1. Participants can join at any time during this period. More...

A strong back and a weak mind

It’s Father’s Day in a couple of weeks. More...

Take Your Thousand Oaks Acorn on Vacation

ROMANTIC RIVER—Vrej and Setta Grigorian of Thousand Oaks celebrate their 46th wedding anniversary in Europe on a Danube River cruise. More...