Views from the Valley » Susan BOLAN

Countdown To Elections One year from now we will be having an important election. Sadly, that means the gloves are coming off like never before. Heated family discussions. Neighbors pitted against neighbors.  Hushed voices at the office. It’s happening already with a current election. I just read a discussion on our community Facebook page where […]

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Respectfully Disagrees As a resident of La Crescenta since 1956, I want first of all to thank my fellow resident Mr. Grayson and his family for their significant contribution in creating a center for music education in our valley [Viewpoints, Oct. 24]. My own son did not become a drummer but, because of Mr. Grayson, […]

History, Helicopters and More at American Heroes Airshow

History, Helicopters and More at American Heroes Airshow

With more than 20 helicopters on display, plus much more, the American Heroes Airshow will meet goals to educate, communicate and demonstrate. By Sabrina SHELTON In the wake of the recent fires, and with Veterans Day fast approaching, there is no better way to honor and celebrate first responders than by attending the American Heroes […]

In Briefs

Prom Plus Holiday Boutique The annual Prom Plus Holiday Boutique is Saturday, Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the community room and courtyard at CV Park, 3901 Dunsmore Ave. Get a jump on holiday shopping! At this fundraiser a variety of merchants will offer an assortment of items perfect for gift giving. […]

Weather in the Foothills

“The animal should not be measured by man. In a world older than ours they move finished and complete, gifted with extensions of the sense we have lost or never attained, living by voices we shall never hear.”        ~ Harry Beston, American writer & naturalist, 1888-1968 Often considered the “father of the […]

From the Desk of the Publisher

Prom Plus Holiday Boutique, Wine Walk and More   Since we returned from our awesome Australian trip, my calendar and Steve’s immediately filled with things going on around town. This is in addition to the items that I consider “maintenance” issues that, for us, include buying and installing a new water heater (still on the […]

Veterans Day: A Time to Honor Those Who Served

Veterans Day: A Time to Honor Those Who Served

By Mary O’KEEFE This Monday, Nov. 11 is Veterans Day. The weekend recognitions begin in Crescenta Valley on Saturday, Nov. 9 at 9 a.m. with a celebration of 100 years of service by American Legion Post 288 during its monthly vets breakfast. American Legion Post 288 was founded in 1919 by veterans of World War […]

Students Respond to HIV/AIDS Summit: Part Two

By Mary O’KEEFE The 11th Annual San Gabriel Valley HIV/AIDS Action Summit was recently held at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital. The purpose of the summit was to promote Public Health Policy Advocacy and to provide a global update on the disease. State Senator Anthony Portantino sponsored the summit, which brought together medical professionals who could […]

CV Goes to the Dogs

Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation celebrated all things canine on Saturday with the CV Annual Dog Party at Crescenta Valley Park. Dogs got to run through an agility course, try samples of dog food and spend quality time with their owners. The event is sponsored by the LA County Parks and Rec Dept. with […]