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Newbury Park observes Ramadan during challenging times
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From the evening of Feb. 17 to March 19, Muslims around the world observed Ramadan. Widely regarded as the holiest month in Islam, Ramadan commemorates the revelation of the Quran, the central religious text of Islam. In this month of religious dedication, many Muslims fast from food and drink during sunlit hours and participate…
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Thousand Oaks prays, plays and parades for Purim
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As the sun shone bright between tall oak trees lining Hillcrest Drive, the Purim Carnival hosted by Temple Adat Elohim on March 1 was a warm, whimsical celebration of community and perseverance. Children played in bouncy houses, a petting zoo, and a variety of game setups, wearing costumes ranging from classic biblical figures to…
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IB Theatre Night presents student performances
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For the majority of student performances throughout the year, audience participation is essential, whether it be singing along to the “Mamma Mia!” musical or laughing during Student One Act plays. Once a year, however, for the International Baccalaureate [IB] Theatre Night, the Newbury Park High School Performing Arts Center requires complete silence, with absolutely…
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143 Flea Markets allow for sustainable shopping
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Once a month, the Newbury Park High School [NPHS] parking lot is lined with vendors selling anything from clothes, food, beverages and jewelry. The flea is hosted by a company called 143 Flea that has made it a goal to host a flea at NPHS once a month. Their business offers a more local…
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Newbury Park farmers market fosters community
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Opened on Oct. 4, the Newbury Park Farmers Market, on the corner of Old Conejo rd. and Wendy drive, operates Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.. Hosting over a dozen vendors, the market is run by Raw Inspiration, a non-profit organization that aims to encourage adults and children to eat more fresh fruit…
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Letting go gives way for new opportunity
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I often question the timing the universe gives us. It’s only a select amount; something we run out of without realizing. Time has had an interesting way of becoming the one thing I know is certain about life here on Earth, and the one thing I resent most. I cannot help but feel like…
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Man arrested at NPHS is charged with murdering his brother
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On Dec. 5, around 8 p.m., law enforcement was called to block 400 of Jeanne Court in response to the attack of 15-year-old Zayde Keohohou, who suffered blunt-force trauma to the head from 24-year-old Zuberi Sharp, a NPHS alumni. Ventura County Sheriff’s authorities arrested Zuberi Sharp on Newbury Park High School’s football field, where…
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Hoops, they did it again
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The whistle blows, shoes squeak and athletes race to send the ball flying through the net. Newbury Park High School’s boys’ basketball team has been hard at work since fall with practices six days a week, and has proved their dedication over their many successes this season. Though their season is just beginning, the…
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Girls’ Basketball claims a win streak
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Making history, Newbury Park High School’s girls’ basketball team has accomplished a 20-game winning streak. Through hard work and perseverance, the team has made a renowned comeback where they have acquired an outstanding winning streak, with the team averaging 56.3 points per game. Kierabella Coletta-Todd, junior, has been a part of the girls’ basketball…
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Newbury Park restaurants fry potatoes into cuisine
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Although the classic dish of french fries originated in Belgium, it is an integral part of American culture and can be served among many meals such as burgers, chicken tenders, sandwiches, salads. You name it and it can probably be served with fries at most restaurants in America. Due to the fact that there…