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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Thursday, May 28th, 2026
On 05/21/2026, Daniel Robles was found to be in possession of a firearm and controlled substances. He was arrested for several felony weapons and drug related offenses. |
![]() One driver was arrested for Illegal Concealment of a Firearm during DUI Checkpoint. Photo credit Angel Esquivel. Enlarge Photo By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Thursday, May 28th, 2026
![]() On Friday, May 15, Fillmore Police Department held a Driver’s License & DUI Checkpoint on Central Avenue, north of Ventura Street from 6pm to 1am. A total of 293 vehicles passed through the checkpoint and 248 drivers were contacted. Above and below are some photos of the officers conducting sobriety tests on drivers. Photo credit Angel Esquivel. Enlarge Photo The Fillmore Police Department conducted a Driver’s License/DUI Checkpoint on May 15th, 2026, on Central Ave between Ventura Street and Santa Clara Street from 6:00 P.M. to 1:00 A.M., in the city of Fillmore. Ventura County Sheriff’s Office personnel were assisted by the Oxnard Police Department Motor Traffic Unit. A total of 293 vehicles passed through the checkpoint, with 248 drivers being contacted. |
![]() On Saturday, May 23, at approximately 4:14 a.m., the Fillmore Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 900 block of Ortega Street. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered a fully involved bedroom fire that had been extinguished prior to fire personnel arriving on scene. Due to damage sustained to the residence, the home was yellow tagged. The American Red Cross was contacted to assist the displaced occupants. Photo credit Angel Esquivel. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 28th, 2026
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![]() Pictured are members of Fillmore Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9637 presenting arms during volly. Photo credit Gazette staff. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 28th, 2026
![]() Pictured is Danny Golson reading the names of those who died in service of their country. Photo credit Gazette staff. Enlarge Photo ![]() Pictured is the Rt. Rev. Robert Hammond who gave the inspirational speech, including Psalms 23 and 65, and Isaiah 25:6-9. He ended with John 15:13, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” Photo credit Gazette Staff. Enlarge Photo ![]() Above are Fillmore’s Boy Scout Troop 406 holding flags representing the five branches of the military. The troop, as well as Cub Scout Troop 3400, helped with the Pledge of Allegiance during the Memorial Day ceremony. Photo credit Gazette Staff. Enlarge Photo Monday, May 25, 2026, Bardsdale Cemetery held its annual Memorial Day Service. At 11am the public was invited to honor those who sacrificed their lives in service to our country. This year’s speaker was Jamie Arundell Latshaw. Also, the Rt. Rev. Bishop Ordinary Robert Hammond gave the inspirational message. Music was provided by local resident Greg Agostinelli. The local VFW Post 9637 and Boy Scout Troop 406 assisted with the program. Danny Golson read the names who died in service of their country. Taps was performed by board member Bill Morris. Water and cookies were provided after the service. |
![]() The Fillmore Unified School District (FUSD) recognized students and staff of year at the May 19th 2026 meeting of the governing board. FUSD Superintendent Christine Schieferle said, “I am honored to congratulate and thank our outstanding Students and Staff of the Year: Tracie Davis, Kindergarten Teacher at Mountain Vista Elementary School; Rupa Torres, Campus Supervisor at Fillmore High School; Christine McDaniels, Principal at Mountain Vista Elementary School; Emma Victor, Fillmore High School Student of the Year; and Natalie Rodriguez Valdez, Sierra High School Student of the Year. Each of these honorees represents the very best of the Fillmore Unified School District through their dedication, service, and commitment to excellence. We are grateful for the positive impact they make in our schools and community, and we celebrate their well-deserved recognition.” Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 28th, 2026
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![]() A beam signing celebration was held Tuesday, May 19 at the new Fillmore High Athletic Complex construction site. Fillmore Unified School District Superintendent Christine Schieferle said, “On behalf of Fillmore Unified School District, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Measure G Bond Committee Members, our School Board Members, Fillmore Unified and High School staff, and our entire Fillmore-Piru community for helping make the Fillmore High School Athletic Complex possible. This project represents what we can accomplish when we come together with a shared commitment to our students, schools, and community. The new athletic complex will provide generations of students, families, and community members with a facility that reflects our pride in ourselves, our schools, and our belief in creating opportunities for every student to thrive.” Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 28th, 2026
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 28th, 2026
The 64th annual award event, billed as “Best of Santa Paula”, included businesses from Fillmore and Piru. Winners were announced on Thursday, May 14 at the Palazzio Event Center to honor the recipients, celebrating the individuals, businesses, and organizations whose commitment to excellence, service, and community vitality defines what makes Fillmore, Piru and Santa Paula great. The winners were chosen through community-wide public voting. A full list of the winners (1st, 2nd and 3rd place) is available at www.santapaulachamber.com/best-of-hv-winners. Below is a list of Fillmore/Piru winners. |
![]() On Wednesday, May 20, at approximately 2:01p.m., the Fillmore Fire Department and Fillmore Police responded to an extinguished vehicle fire near Central Avenue and River Street. Firefighters investigated, and no injuries were reported. Photo credit Angel Esquivel. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 28th, 2026
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 28th, 2026
CITY OF FILLMORE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026, at 6:30 PM CITY HALL |
![]() On Thursday, May 14, at approximately 2:55 p.m., Fillmore Police Department, Fillmore City Fire, and AMR Paramedics responded to a reported traffic collision at Ventura Street and Saratoga Street. Upon arrival, firefighters located two vehicles involved in the crash, with one driver still inside the vehicle. Fire personnel and paramedics assisted the patient who was transported to a local hospital, condition unknown. Cause of the crash is under investigation. Photo credit Angel Esquivel. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 21st, 2026
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