Frank and Ollie – Disney Legends Who Lived in Flintridge Anyone who loves animation, and in particular Disney animation, has heard the term “Disney’s nine old men.” This was the original group of animators that Walt Disney hired in the 1920s and ’30s who, all the way into the 1980s, were the bedrock of Disney’s […]
Regarding the Development at Briggs & Foothill The proposal to build a five-story 80-unit project with 80 parking spaces at Briggs and Foothill has the inherent disadvantages of being too large with insufficient parking. This will contribute to the already limited parking and high traffic at that location created by three nearby schools, a busy […]
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Many people who in the past may have given to food banks are now finding themselves in line for food support. By Mary O’KEEFE According to Los Angeles County, over 1.5 million children and adults have seen their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits cut due to the government shutdown. In California the SNAP program […]
By Mary O’KEEFE The City of Glendale hosted a luncheon ceremony in honor of veterans on Tuesday, Veterans Day. The event was held at the Glendale Police Dept.’s community room with about 100 people present, including representatives from the city’s fire and police departments. City councilmembers were on hand to thank veterans for their service; […]
By Mary O’KEEFE On Thursday, Nov. 6 the Crescenta Valley Town Council Land Use Committee (CVTC LUC) held a meeting regarding the proposed development at the northwest corner of Briggs Avenue and Foothill Boulevard. The presentation began with the developer/owner of the property, Abode Communities, sharing a brief rundown of what is being proposed: a […]
By Mary O’KEEFE I don’t know about anyone else but I am feeling more overwhelmed than ever as we approach the holidays. It’s not really due to anxiety over a Thanksgiving meal or what gift to buy for whom – it is just a heavy feeling that weighs over me, like cartoon characters who have […]
Sipping and Mingling in Montrose On Saturday night I had a couple of tickets to the (now famous) Montrose Wine Walk. I was welcomed by members of the La Crescenta Woman’s Club who handed out goodies enclosed in a Montrose Shopping Park tote bag that included pour tickets, $10 MSP scrip and a commemorative wine […]
By Mary O’KEEFE On Nov. 20 CV Cares/iMPACT Foundation LA is hosting a discussion on AI [Artificial Intelligence] and how technology is affecting the lives of youth and adults. The event is titled “Rewired and Overwhelmed – AI, Anxiety and the Price of Progress.” It will be a presentation for parents, educators and school leaders […]
Rosemont Preserve Open Gate Morning An “open gate” event is taking place at the Rosemont Preserve on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 16. This is a chance for residents to visit the Preserve and wander the trail at their own pace and enjoy the tranquil setting, the wildlife and the natural beauty. Photographers: bring your camera to capture the morning light […]