Three teens were arrested Nov. 18 in connection with the burglary of a Camarillo home in the 1000 block of Harris Avenue, police said. Arturo Cortez, a 19-year-old Camarillo resident, Julio Hurtado, a 19-year-old Oxnard resident, and a 15yearold male from Oxnard were arrested in the 500 block of N. More...

Arlene Cohen knows the satisfaction of a good day's work. At one point, the marriage and family therapist had two jobs and was putting in as many as 15 hours a day. But nine years ago, two chronic illnesses overwhelmed the 48yearold Camarillo resident, and she had to give up the job she loved. More...

FRI., NOV. 21 Economic Outlook Luncheon 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Spanish Hills Country Club, 999 Crestview, Camarillo. Mini expo 11 a.m. Lunch, program 11:30 a.m. Dr. Bill Watkins, executive director UC Santa Barbara Economic Forecast, delivers 2009 economic forecast for city, county, state, country. Chamber of Commerce presents 2008 business survey. More...

Debbie Wickman's approach to business is pretty simple. Wickman, owner of Camarillo Mattress Warehouse, said she's focused on two basic principles— quality customer service and competitive prices. More...

NEXT ROUND, PLEASE— La Mariposa Elementary School's Raging Robots team members Tommy Thornton, second from right, and Jason Flittie, right, put their Lego robot into motion to complete a task during the second annual Lego League Robotics Robot competition at the Camarillo Boys & Girls Club on Nov. 16. More...

Eight-year-old Corey Pool woke up early Saturday morning, but it wasn't to watch cartoons. Instead of sitting in front of the television, Pool put on his football pads and helmet because he was ready to "score some touchdowns, hit someone hard and make someone cry. More...

SHY SWEETIE— Baby, a Chihuahua mix, is the ultimate lap dog. He is only 7 months old, housebroken and likes other dogs. If you would like to adopt Baby, ask for animal ID No. A455271 at the Camarillo Animal Shelter, 600 Aviation Drive. Occasionally pets have already been adopted, so please visit www.vcar.us or call (805) 388-4341 before visiting the shelter. More...

Sometime between Nov. 1 and 11, a vandal shoved toothpicks into the door locks of a car parked in the 900 block of Euclid Avenue. A rental truck parked in front of Prime Path Communications, 454 Aviation Drive, was burglarized sometime between Nov. 6 and 11. The company reported $20,000 in stolen property and $400 in damage. More...

"Somebody should tell us, right at the start of our lives, that we are dying. Then we might live life to the limit, every minute of every day. Do it! I say. Whatever you want to do, do it now! More...

Inside the wrought-iron fence encircling Pleasant Valley Park's skate park, two young pit bulls roamed freely among several dozen teenage boys and young men sitting in groups or practicing moves on a recent Friday afternoon. More...

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Komali Nunna will sign copies of her book "Entertaining from an Ethnic Indian Kitchen" from 2 to 5 p.m. tomorrow, Sat., Nov. 22, at the Camarillo Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo. This is a cookbook that features history, culture and traditions of India, color photos and a complete menu in each chapter. More...

I attended the prison hospital questionandanswer panel session with representatives from the federal receiver's office on Nov. 13 in Camarillo. More...

Unless you're living in a cocoon, you know that the U.S. economy is experiencing a slowdown. This time, it's also being felt in Camarillo and the surrounding area. It might not be quite as severe here as in other parts of California and across the nation, but we're not immune. More...

MEDITERRANEAN GETAWAY—Dennis and G.G. Kramer of Camarillo stand before ancient ruins in Athens, Greece. The couple took the holiday late last year and decided to take along their favorite hometown newspaper. More...

Ten-year-old Joey Ponce said he can do 100 sit-ups now. His best friend Brandon Garza, 11, said he can perform 50 pushups. The boys, members of the Camarillo Boys & Girls Club, are participating in the youth club's new fitness program. More...

Upgraded Meadowwood home, on one of the best streets in the area. Pebble tec pool and spa with waterfall surrounded by Arizona flagstone and palm trees. Large upper landscaped yard with views and room for play area. Three beds up, 1 down. More...