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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, September 29th, 2023
 On Saturday, September 30, Fillmore Citizens Patrol will host their Annual Bicycle Safety Rodeo at Rio Vista Elementary School, 250 Edgewood Dr., Fillmore. Folks are welcome to come out and partake in the activities for everyone to enjoy. They will be giving away free helmets while supplies last for those who participate in the events. Above is a previous Bicycle Safety Rodeo. Photo courtesy Fillmore Citizens Patrol. Enlarge Photo |
 Above is a photo of the Fillmore Hotel located on Main at Fillmore Street, which was torn down after the Northridge earthquake back in January 1994. Photo courtesy Fillmore Historical Museum. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, September 29th, 2023
Courtesy Fillmore Historical Museum January 17, 2024, will be the 30th anniversary of the Northridge earthquake. Fillmore Museum is preparing a commemoration of this event which divested our town. As part of the commemoration we would like to collect stories, memories and photographs of the event. If you have any to share, please bring, mail or email them to us. Our mailing address is PO Box 314, Fillmore, 93016. Our email address is Fillmore.Museum@gmail.com. Photographs will be scanned and returned to you. We are planning both virtual and live events as part of this commemoration. Be on the lookout for more information as the date approaches. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, September 29th, 2023
 On September 21, 2023, Casa Pacifica was able to purchase a 2023 Chevy Traverse which will help their foster youth who have aged out of the system and tend to struggle to find ways to commute to school, keep a job or attend medical appointments due to reliable transportation. Pictured is Casa Pacifica’s Chief Development Officer, Carrie Hughes; CEO Shawna Morris; and Leo Bunnin, owner of Bunnin Chevrolet of Fillmore, who assisted with the funding. Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, September 29th, 2023
 On Sunday, September 24, at 515 Sespe Avenue (Bank of Sierra parking lot), Dose of Arte Studio hosted a free Venders Market from noon to 5pm. The community could stop by and shop, eat and listen to music, and prizes were raffled off. The Market is held the last Sunday of each month. New venders may contact Dose of Arte Studio through their Facebook page or Instagram account. Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, September 21st, 2023
 On Friday, September 15, at 1:58m pm, the Fillmore Police Department, Fillmore Fire Department, and AMR Paramedics were dispatched to a reported traffic collision involving a sedan and motorcycle in the 800 block Ventura Street, Fillmore. According to Fillmore Police Chief Malagon, “The initial investigation revealed the sedan was traveling eastbound in the number two lane on Ventura Street. The motorcycle was traveling eastbound in the bicycle lane of Ventura Street. The vehicle attempted to negotiate a turn into Taco Bell, at which point the motorcycle collided with the passenger side of the vehicle. The driver of the vehicle was not injured. The driver of the motorcycle was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries at this time. No impairment is suspected by neither party.” Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News. Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, September 21st, 2023
 Construction of the Highway 126 RV storage facility across Fillmore’s El Dorado Mobile Estates is making progress. The first of many storage units is up. Back in May of 2019, Highway 126 RV applicant Don Duncan filed an appeal of one condition of approval requiring applicant to underground existing utilities in connection with the construction of a recreational vehicle sales, service, and storage facility at 245 E. Telegraph Road. Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, September 21st, 2023
 On Monday, September 18, 2023, Josh Overton (left) received the Lion’s Don Schneider Award for his valued efforts in our Student Speaker contest and other events for the greater community. We THANK YOU for your dedicated service, Josh. The Fourth District Student Speakers Foundation is a California nonprofit corporation administered by a board of directors and 15 trustees. The purpose of the Foundation is to provide scholarships to augment the prizes awarded to the winners of the California Multiple District Four Student Speakers Program. Photo credit Brandy Hollis. Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, September 21st, 2023
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, September 21st, 2023
The Fillmore Fire Department would like to remind all residents that the annual hot dry Santa Ana winds are quickly approaching. These winds can carry hot embers for very long distances. The Fire Department is encouraging everyone to evaluate their properties/yards for any hazardous vegetation and/or trash that may be present and remove the hazard. Besides trash this vegetation may be dry grass or brush, broken limbs on trees, or any flammable ornamental species often found growing around homes. To help facilitate the disposal of these hazards, the Fire Department is having a free drop off disposal day. All residents of Fillmore are encouraged to take advantage of this free opportunity. Residents are especially encouraged to trim up palm trees by professional tree trimmers. Dead palm fronds can be especially hazardous when caught on fire, palm fronds will be accepted. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, September 21st, 2023
 On Monday, September 18, 2023, Fillmore Lions Club President Stephen McKeown (left) presented Arnold Munoz, Regional Commissioner for Fillmore’s AYSO 242, a check for $500 in support of the ever-growing soccer program. The program has grown so quickly this year that it is now the largest youth organization in the city of Fillmore. Lions Club is proud to support the local community. AYSO is completely volunteer supported and relies heavily on the community for support. Lions Club is kicking off their pre-sale tickets for their Annual Enchilada Dinner Fundraiser. For tickets, please see a Lions Club member or contact 805-904-5424 or 805-258-3975. Photo credit Brandy Hollis. Enlarge Photo |