On Wednesday, CVHS held its annual faculty vs. varsity girls’ basketball game. Both rosters consisted of female players and faculty/administrators. The white team was picked by senior captain Caity Bouchard and the blue team was picked by senior captain Georgina Kregorian. The game played by regulation rules, including eight-minute quarters. Bouchard’s team came out victorious, […]
By Brandon HENSLEY It will be another year of coming up short for the Crescenta Valley High School football team. Since winning a CIF championship in 2014, which capped off an undefeated season, the Falcons have had success in the regular season, only to fall short in the playoffs. They did it again this year, […]
By Leonard COUTIN For three months, Crescenta Valley High School cross-country head coach Mark Evans has been grooming his cross-country boys’ and girls’ teams in preparation for a place at the Pacific League finals as well as for a road trip to the CIF prelims/finals. On the boys’ team, senior Manan Vats and junior Dylan […]
CV’s First Inhabitants – Toypurina’s Revolt It’s obvious from history that, although the Tongva people were eventually subjugated by the Spanish, they didn’t go down easy. There were several revolts, both small and large, throughout the lifespan of the Mission system, but none was so dramatic and poignant as “Toypurina’s Revolt” in 1785. The Mission […]
Catching Up in the Crescenta Valley It’s my honor and pleasure to “guest write” this month’s Crescenta Valley Town Council column as your corresponding secretary. President Harry Leon is busy with Town Council matters, having led a hugely successful community pancake breakfast with the help of fellow Councilmembers and countless partners. As such, Harry has […]
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY The Montrose Shopping Park is expecting temperatures in the mid-70s on Saturday – perfect autumn weather. For those concerned about being a little chilly, though, they can bring a sweater while making their way along Honolulu Avenue. Or they can get warm from the inside by taking part in the Holiday Wine […]
A Thankful Heart Luncheon is coming soon. Hosted by the Flintridge Guild of Children’s Hospital (FGCH), this annual event will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Altadena Country Club. All proceeds benefit Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. The community is invited to enjoy a relaxing day, delicious lunch, […]
Frederic Brandt of Glendale started coursework at Fort Lewis College on Aug. 27. Brandt’s major is exercise physiology. Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado is the Southwest’s crossroads of education and adventure. Its blend of small classes, academic programs, and a liberal arts perspective leads to transformative learning experiences that foster entrepreneurship, leadership, creative problem […]
Ask Phyllis! Questions To Ask At An Open House Dear Phyllis, While saving for our down payment we have been visiting weekend open houses. Last weekend we encountered an extremely nasty real estate agent. I typically ask why the seller is selling. I feel it’s important to know their motivation. The agent rudely […]
By Charly SHELTON Clue name: Our First Library. And the clue is: If a student proved contrary/send him to our first (stand-alone) library/Soon, with practice, reading score/among the City we did soar. Hint 1: Look on the south side of a street called * * * Kilmer plus Pied* * * *. Hint 2: Flockhart […]