By Charly SHELTON Since Christian Huygens first described the Hourglass Sea on Mars in 1659, it has been accepted that Mars has water. In 1858, canals were described as leading from the sea in straight lines, which changed with the seasons. This indicated some form of advanced life present on Mars to create and change […]
July 29 1900 block of Foothill Boulevard in La Cañada, a cellphone was stolen from an unlocked locker between 2:30 p.m. and 3:40 p.m. July 28 2300 block of Mira Vista Avenue in Montrose, a car battery was stolen from a vehicle. The victim had surveillance footage that showed a red vehicle pull up […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States. Each year, 44,965 Americans die by suicide. That figure does not reflect that, for every suicide completed, 25 people attempt it. Suicide costs the U.S. $60 billion annually. On average, there are 123 suicides committed per day. Firearms accounted for […]
The annual National Night Out event gives residents and safety personnel a chance to reconnect. By Charly SHELTON During the year, busy lives can pull individuals down different paths. What is a strong community can quickly fall apart without a concerted effort to maintain a feeling of connectedness. Through community events and open lines of […]
By Mary O’KEEFE A step forward took place in the realization of the Armenian American Museum and Cultural Center of California in Glendale at the Glendale City Council at Tuesday night’s meeting. “We have reached a point tonight where a historical decision will be made,” said Councilmember Paula Devine. The Council voted unanimously on the […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Last Thursday, July 26, Crescenta Valley Water District held a dedication ceremony for the reactivation of its Well No. 2 located at Lowell and Honolulu avenues. It was a joint effort between CVWD, Los Angeles County and the City of Glendale. The reactivation was also made possible due to advanced technology implemented […]
July 29 1900 block of Foothill Boulevard in La Cañada, a cellphone was stolen from an unlocked locker between 2:30 p.m. and 3:40 p.m. July 28 2300 block of Mira Vista Avenue in Montrose, a car battery was stolen from a vehicle. The victim had surveillance footage that showed a red vehicle pull up […]
July 25, 2018 Felicia J. Sebesta passed away July 25 at the age of 85. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert F. Sebesta and daughter Kim Sebesta. Felicia will always be remembered by her three children: Kathy Frick, Karen Forrand-Byrnes, and Bobby Sebesta; her seven grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and her sister […]
Katelyn Fike will return as the director of the Assistance League® of Flintridge (ALF) Drama Program. This after-school program is offered in fall and winter to students in La Cañada Flintridge and the surrounding foothill communities. In the fall, Fike will direct the Alfie Players, students in grades three through six, in “The Aristocats Kids” […]
The Story of Tongva Peak in the Verdugo Mountains As we drive from Verdugo City down Verdugo Road toward Verdugo Canyon on our way to Verdugo Park, we might look over at the Verdugo Mountains and notice the highest point in the range, Verdugo Peak, at 3,126 feet. Verdugo, Verdugo, Verdugo! However, a little […]