Palo Alto High principal reflects on 'egg wars' Nov 17, 2009
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He won the Belmont Stakes with Empire Maker, twice won the Kentucky Oaks, and had six Breeders' Cup wins, most recently in last year's BC Filly and Mare Sprint with Ventura. His last major victory came with Champs Elysees in the Canadian International on Oct. 17. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Rail authority approves $9 million PR effort Nov 16, 2009
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Kingston once key stop for Millerton, Visalia travelers Nov 16, 2009
In February 1897, the county bought 10 acres at Ventura Avenue and Tenth Street for $8,000. In July 1897, orphans from Fresno County were returned from the Vallejo orphanage to the new facility. (Fresno Bee)
Alberto Alvarez testifies Nov 14, 2009
I just reacted to the shooting," Alvarez said. Alvarez has long admitted shooting May, but the trial in San Mateo County Superior Court is to determine whether it was self defense or an execution -- which could mean the difference between life in prison and the death penalty. The defense will continue its case on Monday. Comments Posted by uhno, a resident of the Adobe-Meadows neighborhood, on Nov 12, 2009 at 4:20 pmno death penalty Posted by Hmmm, a resident of East Palo Alto, on Nov 12, 2009... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Chance meeting has tragic ending on I-5 Nov 14, 2009
He worked for the wildland division of the Ventura County Fire Department in an entry-level job that he viewed as a stepping stone to a job with a big-city fire department ... "He moves around like a hummingbird but with the strength of an eagle," said Ventura County Fire Captain Fred Burris, who was Banister's supervisor. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
EPA seeks ex-Santa Susana lab workers for cleanup Nov 12, 2009
The lab was established in 1946 and covers nearly 2,900 acres in eastern Ventura County ... The lab was established in 1946 and covers nearly 2,900 acres in eastern Ventura County, just west of the San Fernando Valley section of Los Angeles. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Two killed in I-5 accident Nov 12, 2009
Banister was a seasonal employee with the Ventura County Fire Department who had recently been promoted to a full-time position, according to his co-workers who contacted The Sentinel. He had been with the agency for three years and worked on a hand-crew to stop brush fires. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Guest Commentary: Water bond is vital to the Central Valley Nov 11, 2009
Nava represents the 35th Assembly District, covering Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. (Nov. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Celebrity Trainer Tracy Anderson Sharing Her Fitness and Diet Secrets This Week Nov 10, 2009
WHERE: Tracy Anderson Method Studio, 12345 Ventura Blvd, Suite L, Studio City, CA 91406 ... WHERE: Tracy Anderson Method Studio, 12345 Ventura Blvd, Suite L, Studio City, CA 91406. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Story:Breakdown of California water bill Nov 10, 2009
$20 million for Ventura County watershed projection projects. $20 million for Baldwin Hills Conservancy. (Fresno Bee)
Lookin at Lucky's star still shines Nov 10, 2009
Ventura, runner-up in the Filly and Mare Sprint, who will be retired and bred next spring, could make one final start, according to Juddmonte racing manager Garrett O'Rourke. "Ventura will definitely be bred next year," he said, "Whether or not she runs in the Matriarch first will be decided in the next couple of days.". (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
'Breaking the stigma' of teen substance abuse Nov 10, 2009
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Body in Redwood City pool identified as Palo Altan Nov 9, 2009
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BART shooting trial location critical call Nov 9, 2009
In Los Angeles, the attorneys and consultants said, the average juror is more skeptical of law enforcement, due in no small measure to the 1991 beating of Rodney King by officers who were then acquitted in state court after their trial was moved to the more conservative Simi Valley (Ventura County). San Diego, by contrast, is more politically conservative than either Los Angeles or Oakland, and many potential jurors have ties to the region's military and defense industry, leading to more robust... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Editorial: Right water policy, dubious finances Nov 8, 2009
Consider some of the earmarks added to win votes in the wee hours on Wednesday: $100 million to raise San Vicente Dam in San Diego County from 220 feet to 337 feet; $8 million for the city of Maywood in Los Angeles County for "water supply upgrades"; $20 million for "habitat projects" in Ventura County; $50 million for the state university system to fund "agricultural water research"; $20 million for Siskiyou County for "economic development.". Thanks to alert reporting by The Bee, Steinberg... (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Notebook: Zenyatta relaxes before taking on the boys Nov 7, 2009
Never far from the pacesetting Free Flying Soul, Informed Decision and jockey Julien Leparoux took charge turning for home, holding off Ventura, the defending Filly & Mare winner by 1 1/4 lengths. "She's a champion," said Leparoux, who also won the Juvenile Fillies. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Long shots come home on Day 1 of Breeders' C... Nov 7, 2009
Informed Decision won the $1 million Filly Sprint by 1 1/4 lengths over defending champion Ventura, giving Leparoux his second win of the day ... Ventura was sent off as the 4-5 wagering favorite. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Mare Zenyatta runs for history, takes on boys in Breeders' Cup Nov 6, 2009
Breeders' Cup contenders Who will win the Breeders' Cup Classic. Check post position, morning line odds and profiles, then vote. (USA Today -- Sports)
Measure A business tax defeated in Palo Alto Nov 5, 2009
Posted by Wondering, a resident of the Ventura neighborhood, 18 hours ago. What Peninsula cities don't have a business license tax. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
It's Klein, Price, Holman, Shepherd and Scharff Nov 5, 2009
" Well maybe, but Price and Shepherd were the only two women on the ballot and women tend to support other women which is the more likely reason they were elected. We were all aware that at the last City Council election four men were elected, making Yoriko Kishimoto the only woman on the City Council. I know from talking with my female friends they wanted to get more women onto the City Council. Posted by WP, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, 2 hours agoSorry Karen Holman was... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
What did we do wrong, Larry King? Nov 4, 2009
The panel consisted of -- and I want to stress again that I could not possibly make this up -- former Minnesota governor and professional wrestler Jesse Ventura, former game show host and Nixon speechwriter Ben Stein and, as a topper, James Carville. I've had nightmares that now, by comparison, seem like a trip to some wonderful island paradise where the free pia coladas never stop flowing. (Salon)
Large Malibu contingent expected to attend septic hearing Nov 4, 2009
coincidentally, the water quality in nearly all of SD, OC and Ventura counties routinely gets A grades. yet, malibu is continually chided for routine D's and F's even in dry weather. (Malibu Times, CA)
Post Positions & Odds » Nov 4, 2009
Breeders' Cup post positions and odds - ESPN. Updated: November 3, 2009, 6:48 PM ET. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Palo Alto voters set to elect five council members. Nov 4, 2009
On Tuesday morning, only about five people came to a Ventura Court precinct to cast their ballots over a 15-minute stretch. Elma Rosas, spokesperson for the Santa Clara County Registrar's Office, said the county had sent about 165,000 mail-in ballots to residents in those local jurisdictions that are holding elections today. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
3 Killed as Unrelenting Storms Batter Southland Nov 4, 2009
Ventura County officials reported Sunday that a 20-year-old man died north of Ojai as he tried to cross a rain-gorged creek Saturday, wearing a harness attached to a wire. Advertisement. (Yahoo News -- Severe U.S. Weather)
Suicide-prevention efforts focus on tracks Nov 3, 2009
" I have seen too much hand wringing with no solid solutions or help suggestions offered. Let's get out of denial and start LISTENING TO OUR KIDS Hello???????? are they not the "real experts" in living the Palo Alto lifestyle as a young person? (witness the treatment the young people received at the last evening panel....second class citizens behind the "experts") Think about this please..... Posted by OhlonePar, a resident of the Duveneck/St. Francis neighborhood, 2 hours agoMeMe, There's been... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
What could be better than a Breeders' ... Nov 3, 2009
V is for Ventura, defending Fnt champ. A repeat would lift spirits in stricken trainer Bobby Frankel's camp. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Malibu knows fires Nov 3, 2009
I don't care if the logo on the side of the fire truck is Federal, State, Pacioma, Ventura or Washington DC. I want firefighters on the ground that have local knowledge. I cannot understand why Hans would have a problem with this. (Malibu Times, CA)
Charlene E. Talley Nov 1, 2009
Charlene was born June 9, 1951, in Ventura, Calif. to Lloyd and Shirley Wilkins. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Do hard times mean more domestic violence? Oct 31, 2009
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Sneak previews: JC football Oct 31, 2009
City women tie in Ventura. FRESNO CITY VS. SIERRA. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Auto theft suspects flee Fresno police Oct 31, 2009
Deputies saw the car near Ventura Avenue and G and tried to pull it over, but the driver ran from the car, which was still rolling. He was caught after a foot chase, but the Lincoln struck two parked cars. (Fresno Bee)
Settlement reached on Edgewood Plaza lawsuit Oct 30, 2009
" So the people who bought those Eichlers... Yes the Eichlers, the cheap blue-collar housing of it's time... So those people can justify spending 7 figures on them. Without the false sense that Eichlers are in some way special, they might have to accept the fact that the blue-collar standard of living in the 50's now is only available to the richest 1% of the population. Add a Comment Name: * Select your Neighborhood or School Community: * Neighborhoods - Adobe-Meadows - Barron Park - Charleston... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Audit: Most complaints against Palo Alto police 'unfounded' Oct 30, 2009
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More H1N1 vaccine arrives, but still too little Oct 30, 2009
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LA commuter line reopens after power line damage Oct 29, 2009
The National Weather Service says there's a chance of 50 mph gusts through Thursday morning in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Fire danger warnings are up in some areas. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Storm Dumps Heavy Snow On Rockies, Plains Oct 29, 2009
The National Weather Service warned of the possibility of further gusts up to 50 mph through Thursday morning in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Fire danger warnings were up in some areas. (Click2Houston, TX)
Fresno business to sell street-legal golf cart Oct 29, 2009
Lackey said he's only awaiting approval from the state Department of Motor Vehicles and hopes to open the dealership at Ventura and Van Ness avenues in about two weeks. In the meantime, he has a small inventory of E-Merge's stashed in a warehouse at his trucking business south of Fresno. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
'Average' Palo Alto students rank high statewide Oct 29, 2009
" Posted by Mary, a member of the Gunn High School community, 6 hours agoDear Walter W. You have quite a sense of humor. Guess the kids are smarter than you as well. Posted by Sharon, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, 6 hours agoThere is no valid argument for having unions in any Government jobs, local,state or federal. The state is not going to go out of business so they need no protection. Posted by go IB!, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, 5 hours ago Mary, IB is actually a... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
All Independent Candidates Are Not Created Equal Oct 28, 2009
Some third party candidates think Ross Perot or Jesse Venturarun as mushy, eccentric hybrids ... Jesse Ventura proved a pathetic bust as Governor of Minnesota because he wasnt able to work with either party in the legislature he was just a lonely publicity hound who reacted (occasionally) and never led. (Townhall.com)
Attorneys probe 'Who shot first?' in May case Oct 28, 2009
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Beasley sculpture approved for Mitchell library Oct 28, 2009
" The mandate cannot be changed? especially in touch economic times? Surely the council, which has found creative ways to use our money, could have tweaked the mandate. And if the mandate could not be changed should all the money be used for 1 piece of art (even if it is a Bruce Beasley) Posted by Jamie S., a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, 11 hours agoI understand that everyone has their opinions on "art" but seriously.... Palo Alto has the ugliest art/sculptures I have ever seen. I won't... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Local briefs: Fresno Pacific earns national No. 3 ranking in men's hoops Oct 28, 2009
They visit Southern California power Ventura (11-2) on Friday. Rory Agu delivered a goal and an assist, and Fabian Rangel secured the cage with five saves as Fresno City's men defeated Cosumnes River 2-0. (Fresno Bee)
Pslo Alto imposes 'last, best and final' terms Oct 28, 2009
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Superintendent releases statement on suicide Oct 27, 2009
" Obviously the death is caused by some semblance of conflict - internally or externally, or both. Just as it would be difficult to stop another suicide, it would be difficult to shut down an outlet for ANYONE, not just teens, to vent, express themselves. Freedom of Speech is one thing, ALLOWING anyone - yes, even those under 18 - to speak is healthy, just so long as they understand it's to create communication for better understanding. Fewer but basic guidelines for "venting" would be helpful.... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
John Kasich's Plan for Ohio: Conservative and Daring Oct 27, 2009
And, like Minnesota s Ventura, Kasich speaks the language of the tax protestor, with disdain for both political parties. As the Ohioan told me last week, I voted Republican in 08, but I did wonder how I could maintain my support for people who let me down. (Human Events Online)
Palo Alto deaths topic of KQED Forum Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
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RivalsHigh Top 100 rankings preview Oct 26, 2009
Other teams that were given consideration from coaches around the state were Ventura (Calif. St. Bonaventure, Gardena (Calif. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Iraq casualties Oct 25, 2009
Forces: U.S. tion/Casualties - Special Reports from CNN.com. There have been 4,671 coalition deaths -- 4,354 Americans, two Australians, one Azerbaijani, 179 Britons, 13 Bulgarians, one Czech, seven Danes, two Dutch, two Estonians, one Fijian, five Georgians, one Hungarian, 33 Italians, one Kazakh, three Latvians, 22 Poles, three Romanians, five Salvadoran, four Slovaks, one South Korean, 11 Spaniards, two Thai and 18 Ukrainians -- in the Iraq war as of October 23, 2009, according to a CNN... (CNN -- Specials)
Feature story: It takes an 'urban' village Oct 24, 2009
" What are they talking about? What public transit is this near? A bus stop that is in "proximity" to any building on a major city street? Posted by Resident, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, 14 hours agoIt looks more like an urban prison to me rather than a village. I would hate to be a senior living there, dumped by my family behind those walls. Posted by Big Al, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, 9 hours agoIt takes a village- End Apartheid Posted by thoughts, a... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
The haunting of Fairmeadow Oct 24, 2009
Posted by a mom, a resident of the Ventura neighborhood, 2 hours ago. depends on your kindergartener. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Fresno veterans home clears hurdle Oct 23, 2009
Locations for new homes include Redding and West Los Angeles; existing homes are in Yountville, Barstow, Chula Vista, Lancaster and Ventura. The Fresno City Council on Thursday approved spending about $530,000 to extend the sewer and water lines to the site. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
PTA forum packed after latest student death Oct 23, 2009
" I didn't go to the meeting. What was the response for this request? I too would agree that we need to know more about the situation. Otherwise, we are all trying to solve this complicated issue blindly. We don't need any specific detail, nor any name. If we do not have any slight idea about the cause, how can we even start solving the problem? On the other hand, it's possible that we are all working on a wrong direction. It's too obvious that we have reached a situation where all solutions... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Foodies say take me out to the ballpark Oct 23, 2009
The church is at 2226 Ventura Blvd.. For more information, contact the church office at (559) 486-1141. (Fresno Bee)
Palo Alto declares 'impasse' on negotiations Oct 23, 2009
" I have heard this too from some police officers I work with. Since Fire is taking their raises, Police will take them too now. SEIU will get the bulk of the cuts. Posted by q, a resident of the Adobe-Meadows neighborhood, 7 hours agoWhat's the deal if no contract is agreed? Is the status quo maintained? Posted by q, a resident of the Adobe-Meadows neighborhood, 7 hours agook, forget it, the article's been updated with the details. Posted by Mookie, a resident of the Old Palo Alto neighborhood,... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Foundation gives $100 million to hospital Oct 23, 2009
The present hospital is operating "beyond its intended capacity," and a new, larger hospital "will allow Packard Children's to sustain its mission -- to provide the community's children access to the most advanced cures, treatments and technologies, performed by the best minds in pediatric medicine, within a family-centered environment. Cost of the new hospital has been estimated at $1 billion. It is being reviewed by Palo Alto along with a $2.5 billion expansion of the main Stanford Hospital.... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
CYCLING Armstrong in for Tour of California Oct 23, 2009
It will pass through Davis, Santa Rosa, San Francisco, Santa Cruz, San Jose, Modesto, Visalia (Tulare County), Bakersfield, Pasadena, Big Bear Lake, Los Angeles and end in Thousand Oaks (Ventura County), home of title sponsor Amgen. Stage 7 will be the individual time trial in downtown Los Angeles next to Staples Center. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
27 Fresno-area contractors cited Oct 23, 2009
Stanley also faces charges in Butte, Imperial, San Joaquin, Ventura and Yuba counties, including charges of elder abuse, fraud and contracting without a license. Meanwhile, he faces a "no bail" extradition warrant from Pennsylvania for a case involving the defrauding and drugging of an elderly man, state authorities said. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
RivalsHigh rankings: How you win is important Oct 22, 2009
College Sports: Rivals. NCAA Football Recruiting. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Funeral home offers electronic billboard obits Oct 22, 2009
Remembrances: Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church, 2226 Ventura Ave., Fresno, CA 93721; or California Armenian Home, 6720 E. Kings Canyon Road, Fresno, CA 93727. BAKER -- Geneva R. Baker, 89, of Dinuba died Wednesday. (Fresno Bee)
Heavily armed "Borderlands" videogame hits US Oct 22, 2009
Ventura County Star Wednesday 21st October, 12:44:00 PM. The News ver Wednesday 21st October, 11:04:25 PM. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Madera Co. shelter to reopen in Nov. Oct 22, 2009
Shelters in Grass Valley and Ventura County have closed. Others in Bakersfield, the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles are on the verge of closing. (Fresno Bee)
Ghanmas send condolences to Schipsi family Oct 22, 2009
"At this time, to preserve the integrity of the investigation and ongoing prosecution of Bulos Zumot, the Ghanma's do not wish to release any further information. "The Ghanma family would like to thank the Palo Alto Police Department for the respect afforded to them during their thorough investigation of this matter and express their appreciation for their swift efforts in pursuing justice," the release concluded. Comments Posted by Joe, a resident of the Meadow Park neighborhood, 5 minutes... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Obituaries for Wednesday, October 21, 2009 (1107) Oct 22, 2009
He is survived by his wife Estrella Villanueva Lopez; sons Kalae Lopez of Hilo, Bradley Soria of Kaua i, Timothy Lopez of Kaumakani, Michael Lopez of Washington and Scott Lopez of Kaumakani; daughters Debbie Lopez of Anahola and Doreena Lopez of Washington; 21 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brothers Stephen Simbre of Hilo, Lorenzo Simbre, James Simbre both of Kaua i, Robert Ventura, Richard Simbre, Urbano Simbre Jr. all of O ahu, Edward Ventura, Jimsy Lopez of California and Coni Lopez... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
