The race for three open seats on the Simi Valley Unified School District board saw a competitive field of six candidates. In SVUSD Area A, Mike James led with 5,599 votes (51.6%) against Dorina Timbol ...

As crews from around the state work to contain the Mountain fire, Ventura County’s top public health official is warning of the dangers that ash from a major wildfire poses to the public and the ...

I am absolutely thrilled in my role as volunteer coordinator for Caregivers Volunteers Assisting the Elderly. Every day is a whirlwind of inspiration as I meet incredible individuals eager to make a ...

California’s Department of Toxic Substances Control invites the public to participate in its “Soil Smarts” workshops Nov. 20 and Dec. 10 that will focus on the next steps in the cleanup process at the ...

Local residents are being targeted by an “unnerving” email scam that the Ventura County district attorney’s office says begins by listing the victim’s name, phone number and home address. Some of the ...

It has been a hectic year including political discord at home and conflicts erupting across the globe. In the midst of it all, America remains a stronghold of freedom. It’s a land of opportunities, ...

A link in last week’s story about the “Colors of India” show scheduled for Nov. 15 at the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center did not work. To purchase tickets for ...

The City of Simi Valley is seeking applications from residents who can offer a variety of perspectives and experiences as a Neighborhood Council executive board member. There are 22 spots available ...

The Ventura Holiday Craft and Gift Festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fri. and Sat., Nov. 22 and 23, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sun., Nov. 24, inside the San Miguel and Anacapa Halls at ...

Carlos and Beatriz Cortes visit Simi Valley’s Assumption Cemetery daily to mourn their son, leaving flowers in his memory. But last year, on All Souls’ Day—a day observed by Christians, primarily ...

The Kiwanis Club of Simi Valley’s annual Holiday See’s Candy Fundraiser offers a delicious way to support scholarships for local high school students. Orders can be placed through Dec. 2 and candy ...