Ventura County Star Stories: Ventura

Teens see firsthand the importance of leadership

Sat, 17 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

It's not always easy being a leader. Leadership often takes the willingness to go against peer pressure, making tough decisions and sacrificing immediate desires to succeed in the future.

Chemicals found at Hells Angels site

Sat, 17 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

Detectives conducting a search of a Hells Angels clubhouse Friday uncovered a large quantity of hazardous chemicals in a pit under a false floor, authorities said.

zipping through 93004

Sat, 17 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

Throughout the year, staff photographers from The Star will be exploring and visually documenting the diverse lifestyles and landscapes of Ventura County, one ZIP code at a time.

Park at beach gets a face-lift

Fri, 16 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

More swings. More space for infants and little ones.

Athletic Department dean at Ventura College to retire

Fri, 16 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

Steve Tobias, who has managed the Ventura College athletic department as dean for the past 13 years, announced his retirement Thursday after school President Robin Calote reassigned him from physical education and athletics.

No one hurt in morning brush fire near park

Thu, 15 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

Firefighters early Wednesday extinguished a small brush fire near Ventura Community Park, authorities said.

Actor Costner plans premiere, concert in downtown Ventura

Thu, 15 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

Hollywood star Kevin Costner, who attended Buena High School in Ventura, wants to roll out the red carpet in downtown Ventura to premiere his new movie and hold a free concert.

Ventura College celebrates Class of 2008

Thu, 15 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

Ventura College celebrated a trilingual graduation Wednesday, with speakers delivering their remarks in English, Spanish and American Sign Language.

Contest seeks posters to promote better health

Wed, 14 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

The Ventura County Certified Farmers Market Association, American Cancer Society and the Network for a Healthy California (Gold Coast Region Children's Power Play! Campaign) have joined forces to present a Champion for Change Poster Contest on Saturday at the Ventura Farmers Market, Santa Clara and Palm streets.

Ventura won't extend time to opt out of 911 fee

Wed, 14 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

Ventura Councilman Neal Andrews, a critic of the city's controversial new 911 fee, did his best Monday night to give residents more time to apply for waivers from the monthly levy but was overturned by the council majority.

Young leaders Help for younger kids

Wed, 14 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

At 11 years old, Paris Beauregard volunteers to work with younger children, organizes school events and is known as a fair individual who listens well to the concerns of others.

Tug of war expected to decide awards in Corporate Games

Wed, 14 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

The 2008 Corporate Games organized by the city of Ventura have reached their final week as battles heat up in divisions C and D, where teams from the county's smaller employers are competing.

Firefighter settles suit with Ventura

Wed, 14 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

Ventura city officials have agreed to pay $750,000 and thousands more in back pay and benefits to settle a lawsuit filed by a former Fire Department official.

Request for city to solve sand problem denied

Tue, 13 May 2008 07:00:00 -0000

A Superior Court judge has denied a request by Pierpont homeowners in Ventura for an injunction to force the city to remove sand blowing from the public beach onto their properties.

Students to attend leadership summit