NOTES & NODS

La Cañada Presbyterian Church Launches 5-Week Series In a time of heightened debate and strong opinions around immigration, La Cañada Presbyterian Church (LCPC) is creating space for faithful reflection and open conversation.  The first session in the series began on Wednesday, July 9 at LCPC and the sessions continue through Aug. 13 (dark on July […]

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

The Price of Symbolism: Glendale’s Mayoral Drama Has Real Costs Councilmember Kassakhian’s letter portrays his mayoral votes as exercises in fairness and inclusivity. But symbolism without structure has consequences – financial, institutional and ethical. When Councilmember Najarian was denied a fifth term as mayor, he sued the city. The resulting litigation dragged on for a […]

NEWS FROM THE CVTC <<< FRIDA BAGHDASSARIAN

Spotlighting Local Resources What a fantastic start to summer! We want to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the Crescenta Valley Fireworks Association and all the dedicated volunteers, sponsors and supporters who made this year’s 4th of July celebration a true highlight for our community. Events like this remind us how amazing our community can […]

A Heartwarming Tradition: Lincoln Scholarship Awards Assembly Celebrates the Past and Future

A Heartwarming Tradition: Lincoln Scholarship Awards Assembly Celebrates the Past and Future

On May 23 the Lincoln Elementary School community gathered for one of its most cherished traditions – the Annual Lincoln Scholarship Awards Assembly. The event, a heartwarming celebration of achievement and nostalgia, was once again organized by kindergarten teacher and committee head Angelina Thomas, whose dedication ensures this special day is unforgettable for all. Each […]

Thousands Expected at Annual Car Show

Thousands Expected at Annual Car Show

Family fun found at Montrose Car Show on Sunday. By Mikaela STONE The 23rd annual Montrose Car Show zooms into Montrose on Sunday, July 6 alongside the weekly Harvest Market. Roughly 350 muscle cars, hotrods, classic and vintage cars and motorcycles will be on display, which car aficionado Mark Davis describes as the “the babies, […]

Safely Watch Fireworks Advises Police Chief

By Julie BUTCHER “Leave it to the professionals. Watch a professional show. Stay away from the fireworks,” advised Glendale Police Chief Manny Cid at the Glendale City Council meeting on Tuesday night. “Enjoy the time with your family. Enjoy the holiday.”  Fire Chief Jeff Brooks joined the police chief in encouraging people to celebrate the […]

State is Searching for More Water

State is Searching for More Water

By Mary O’KEEFE Recently Governor Gavin Newsom sent out a press release concerning groundwater and the water needs of the State of California. “California’s water system remains unprepared for the hotter and drier future,” according to a statement from the Governor’s office.  A recent report showed that the state is collecting more groundwater than ever […]

WEATHER WATCH <<< TAKING A LOOK OUTSIDE OUR WINDOW

By Mary O’KEEFE Recently our community received the news that former Crescenta Valley High School principal Linda Junge had passed away. We had been following her fight with cancer for a very long time. She is now at peace but for those left behind there is a hole in the world.  I met Linda when […]