GFD Launches Mobile App

The Glendale Fire Department has officially launched a free mobile application through Mobile Programming, offering the community a new and interactive way to engage with the department anytime and anywhere. The user-friendly platform provides easy access to information at the tip of a finger. The mobile app features the new GFD logo, allows customers to […]

IN BRIEFS

  CVTC Meeting Tonight The monthly general meeting of the Crescenta Valley Town Council is tonight, Thursday, at 7 p.m. at the La Crescenta Library. On the agenda is information presented by Caltrans and Metro regarding a sound wall project that is set to begin along the La Crescenta corridor of the 210 Freeway. All […]

CRIME BLOTTER

Jan. 18 2400 block of Teasley Street in La Crescenta, a taillight was smashed on a vehicle parked at the location between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Jan. 17 2900 block of Fairway Avenue in La Crescenta, shoes, headphones, an emergency kit, sunglasses and other personal items were stolen from an unlocked vehicle between 2 […]

High Speed Cause of Accident

According to Glendale Police spokeswoman Tahnee Lightfoot, a driver lost control of his vehicle due to speed and collided with a retaining wall in front of a home in the 3500 block of Santa Carlotta in the early morning hours of Jan. 6. The 33-year-old La Crescenta man was not identified. There were two passengers […]

Forum Planned for 43rd District Candidates

By Jason KUROSU Candidates for California’s 43rd Assembly District will be in town this weekend for a public candidates forum, as campaigning gets underway for Assemblymember Mike Gatto’s soon-to-be vacated seat. The forum will be held Sunday, Jan. 24 at the Sparr Heights Community Center from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Featured candidates include Glendale […]

Glendale Men Charged with Bank Fraud Conspiracy Related to Trademark Scam

Two Glendale residents have been charged in a superseding indictment in connection with a bank fraud scheme involving the proceeds of a mass mailing scam, targeting holders of U.S. trademarks. Artashes Darbinyan, 36, and Orbel Hakobyan, 41, were charged in a superseding indictment that was unsealed in Los Angeles. The superseding indictment charges both defendants […]

From the Desk of the Publisher

Out of Character or Character Flaw? We’ve all done it – said or did something that we regretted. Most of the time (thankfully) all it takes is an earnest apology for being a dope with the promise of not committing the same grievance again. What I have learned as I’ve grown older is that sometimes, […]

Two Strike Park to Host Sandbag Event

By Charly SHELTON More rain is on the way and February, typically the wettest month for Southern California, is yet to come. With the rain that hit the Crescenta Valley in early January already taking its toll, residents are scrambling to acquire sandbags to protect their homes and properties. Empty bags and sand to fill […]

GPD Asks for Public’s Help in Identifying Robbery Suspect

The Glendale Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance with identifying a robbery suspect. On Sunday, Jan. 3, 2016 at approximately 10:55 p.m., the male suspect is captured on video climbing over the retaining wall between Barragan’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 814 S. Central in Glendale, and the office building next door. The suspect entered […]

Missing Woman’s Vehicle Discovered

updated 5:03 p.m. The identity of the remains found in the vehicle will most likely not be identified until next week according to Tahnee Lightfoot. During this difficult time, the family has requested those to respect their privacy. By Mary O’KEEFE and Charly SHELTON A vehicle discovered Sunday night by a hiker in the Angeles […]