Proposes Reduction in Government Involvement Today Americans think government is too big. In fact, one out of nine people work for the government. Yet, since the 1930s government programs, agencies and regulations continue to expand with more people becoming dependent upon the government. The Founding Fathers believed the purpose of government was to protect our […]
On Sept.12, Glendale Police Dept. detectives arrested 32-year-old Richard Smallets for arson. On Sept. 12 at approximately 1:22 a.m., Glendale officers responded to Harvard and Brand to assist the Glendale Fire Dept. with a small fire on the sidewalk. Investigation revealed a homeless man was sleeping under cardboard boxes when he was awakened by the […]
Students at Crescenta Valley High School are launching a week of activities from Sept. 30-Oct. 4 in support of safe schools for the LGBTQ community. Activities are in recognition of “Ally Week,” part of a national event organized by the Gay Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN). National Ally Week is a response to the anti-LGBTQ bullying […]
Monte Vista Elementary School has been recognized as a 2019 National Blue Ribbon School by the United States Department of Education. The National Blue Ribbon is a widely recognized symbol of exemplary teaching and learning. The Program affirms the hard work of educators, families and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master […]
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KIWANIS DARK On Friday, Sept. 27, the Kiwanis Club of Glendale will be dark after the installation on Thursday night of its new president Randy Slaughter. On Oct. 4, Slaughter will present a program on the benefits of being a Kiwaniian. Guests are welcome at the weekly lunch meeting. The cost to attend, which includes […]
“Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone else planted a tree long ago.” Warren Buffett By Mary O’KEEFE There is a family business in the Crescenta Valley that has taken the idea of planting a tree, figurative and literally, to heart. Many may not notice the people who are seen walking quietly down […]
“And the sun took a step back, the leaves lulled themselves to sleep and autumn was awakened.” ~ Raquel Franco, ‘Keep Me Wild’ Monday, Sept. 23 was the first day of autumn (and also the birthday of husband Doug). Summer passed with such great speed that I feel a bit cheated. Pool-time is in […]
By Mary O’KEEFE The owner of the Honolulu Manor Senior Apartments appeared in Glendale court yesterday, Wednesday, before Judge Beverly Bourne. The City of Glendale brought criminal charges against Honolulu Manor owner Elias Shokrian and Montrose LP in June after residents who reported in May that both elevators in the complex had stopped working contacted […]
A Nod to A Prominent Local Family I’m very proud that this issue of CV Weekly shines a light on one of our favorite local families and businesses, the Waldheims and J’s Maintenance. I’ve known Ed and Chris Waldheim for years, probably dating back to when I was a reporter for the now-defunct CV […]