Strickland Will Run for Congress

The state senator's official announcement will come Tuesday.

Watch Out for These 5 Tax Time Tricks

Beware of phishing scams that could lead to identity theft and empty pockets.

Parks Announces Congressional Candidacy

The Ventura County supervisor will run in the newly created 26th District.

Residents Plan Council Vacancy Ordinance Information Meeting

The group will meet Tuesday and Jan. 17.

Opinion: New Year Starts Poorly for Unemployed

State further reduces welfare funds.

Gallegly Announces Retirement

The Congressman will retire at the end of the current Congress.

Council Finds Compromise in Vacancy Ordinance

A proposed ordinance would allow residents to petition for a special election in the case of a mid-term open mayoral or city council seat.

10 Interesting New California Laws

Growing "industrial hemp," registering to vote online and banning the sale of shark fins completes this list of 10 interesting new laws.

2012 Law Could Put Some Children Back in Car Booster Seats

Beginning in 2012, any child under age 8 must be secured in a child safety seat.

Tree Recycling Has Begun

Residents can also get rid of extra trash this week.

County Files Second Case Against Disbarred Moorpark Attorney

The complaint alleges grand theft, forgery and money laundering.

City Seeks Library Board Member

Applications are due by Jan. 20.

Opinion: The Man Heralded as Authentic Isn't

Newt Gingrich isn't the leader the Republicans need, but neither are the rest of their candidates.

Bunny Battle Delayed

The city council tabled its conejo crisis discussion to a future meeting.

Council to Discuss Wild Rabbit Population Control

In a report to the council, city staff sites experts' opinions that shooting is the best means of control.

Strickland to Host Holiday Open House

The senator's event will take place Dec. 14.

City Seeks Aging Agency Advisory Council Applicants

Applications are due by Nov. 29

Planning Commission to Discuss Smoke Shop Move

The main item on the commission's Tuesday agenda is a permit allowing the DoughMain Smoke Shop to relocate within its current shopping center.

Taxpayers Association Gives Strickland Perfect Score

The non-partisan group rates state legislators' voting records.

Time to Feed the Beast

Efforts to shrink government aren't good for the country.

VIDEO: Students React to Dream Act Passage

Patch visited the Moorpark College campus Tuesday to see what students think of the governor signing AB 131, The California Dream Act, into law.

Mayor to Discuss Movie Studio on Television

KABC television will air an interview with Mayor Janice Parvin regarding Moorpark West Movie Studio today.

Council Gives Movie Studio Project Go-Ahead

The studio will be built along Los Angeles Avenue, west of Gabbert Road.

New Jersey Governor Doesn't 'Feel' Presidential Bid

Chris Christie, speaking in nearby Simi Valley, said he must feel it in his heart before entering the presidential race.

City Accepting House Purchase Applications From First-Time, Low-Income Buyers

Buyers will have to agree to restrictions in order to buy the home at its offered low-cost price.

Pollock Kicks Off Congressional Campaign

The candidate for the newly formed 26th District rallied supporters at a party Saturday evening.

State Sen. Fran Pavley to Run for New District Office

She will seek a seat as representative of the newly formed 27th Senate District.

Gallegly to Host Military Academy Meetings

Congressman to share information with young people interested in attending a military academy.

Senator's Staff to Host Coffee for Absent Boss

State Sen. Tony Strickland will be unable to attend Sept. 23 event due to scheduling conflicts.

Strickland Staff to Host Moorpark Event

The senator's staff members will meet with constituents Sept. 23.

Blogging Live From the GOP Debate

Moorpark Patch editor Becca Whitnall will be sharing what it's like at the Reagan Presidential Library throughout the day.

Moorpark Sees Sales Tax Revenue Hike

The reported rise in revenue could be an indicator of an improving local economy.

GOP Group Can Start Collecting Signatures to Challenge Redistricting

The Republican-backed Fairness and Accountability in Redistricting (FAIR) is challenging the newly redrawn boundaries for State Senate districts.

Gallegly Objects to Change in Immigration Policy

In a letter to the president, the congressman says the policy will take jobs away from legal residents.

Council to Hold Special Meeting

The only item on the presentation/action/discussion portion of the agenda is the scheduling of future meetings.

Strickland to Host Community Coffee Event

Constituents will have the opportunity to ask questions and share their thoughts Aug. 26.

California GOP to Challenge Legislative Maps

The head of the state Republican Party says he supports putting a referendum on the ballot regarding the state Senate and possibly congressional boundaries.

County Plans 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

The event will honor police, firefighters, military personnel and civilians who died in the 2001 terrorist attacks.

You Ask: How Many Cars Does the City Own?

A Patch reader recently asked about the City's fleet of cars.

City Commission, Committee Cancel August Meetings

The Community Economic Development Committee and Planning Commission won't meet again until September.