Peaches, other summer fruits are ripe and ready

4 July 2008, 1:24 am

Now is prime time for Donut peaches, green-skinned Dolly plums and apricots. Summertime, and the stone fruits are plentiful.... read more

Woman drowns in her hot tub

2 July 2008, 1:09 am

A Thousand Oaks woman drowned accidentally this weekend in a hot tub at her home, authorities said.... read more

Rusnak makes Smart moves at Thousand Oaks Auto Mall

30 June 2008, 9:05 pm

Despite plans to add a few more seats, the Thousand Oaks Auto Mall is playing a tricky game of musical chairs.... read more

Ham radio operators test for readiness

30 June 2008, 6:16 am

Rob Varela / Star staff Mike D'Amore of Thousand Oaks, a member of the Conejo Valley Amateur Radio Club, talks on a ham radio as he monitors a particular band during an annual 24-hour exercise Saturday.... read more

Arts Plaza group gives $300,000 to the city

28 June 2008, 5:48 am

The official fundraising group for the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza presented a $300,000 check to the city at the City Council meeting Tuesday night.... read more

Swapping homes to beat the property market

26 June 2008, 5:26 am

The declining housing market has left many sellers frustrated with plunging prices and fewer buyers.... read more