By Mary O’KEEFE There is a perfect balance for the Earth. From atmosphere to dirt, the cycle that makes the Earth work is a perfect dance where one false step may not be seen immediately but, if followed by more, the dance is done. One focal point of this graceful balance agreed upon by both […]
The Regional Spring Games give an opportunity to everyone, from athletes on the track to fans in the stands, to celebrate. By Charly SHELTON It’s time for cheering fans, amazing physical feats and a positive environment of support and celebration. This and more will be found on Saturday at the Special Olympics – Santa Clarita […]
By Brian CHERNICK After a nearly nine-hour-long hearing on Tuesday, Glendale City Councilmembers voted 4-to-1 to halt plans to renovate the city’s natural gas-fired power plant while they explore renewable-energy alternatives. Hundreds gathered in and outside City Hall to protest the city’s $500 million project with over 400 individual submitted requests to speak on the […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Readers of Crescenta Valley Weekly have been asking for an update on the woman who was injured on March 25 when a tree fell in the Glenwood Oaks area. Patricia Kennedy, 76, was walking in the cul-de-sac in the 3900 block of El Lado Drive when a tree fell crushing her legs. […]
By Charly SHELTON Plastic has only been widely used since the 1950s and yet, in that time, we have produced a staggering 8.3 billion metric tons, reports a new study out of the University of Georgia. That is hard to illustrate in any knowable sense. That is 1.22 billion African elephants. Still not good enough. […]
On March 24, Crescenta Valley residents and community members attended a safety seminar hosted by The Mastermind Group, a group of realtors from Dilbeck Real Estate, La Cañada. Guest speakers included CV Sheriff Station Deputy Eric Matjeka, Glendale Police Dept. officers Sgt. Patrick Magtoto and Officer Minas Tsolakyan, Security Expert Joseph Perez from Metro Patrol, […]
The board of directors of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California voted on Wednesday to provide the additional financing necessary to allow for the construction of the full California WaterFix project. The board authorized $10.8 billion for the project to modernize the state’s aging water delivery system, making Metropolitan the primary investor in the […]
»president’s message Chambers of Commerce: Key Partners in Economic Development “If you aren’t at the table, you’re on the menu!” I have no idea who made this observation, but it is a statement that I have taken to heart in my career as a chamber professional and in economic development. As a chamber professional, your […]
Country Fair and Dog Parade The Hometown Country Fair is only two weeks away! We’ve got a great lineup of entertainment for kids, adults, teens and even pets. Be sure to mark your calendar for this free event on Saturday, April 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the beautiful, oak-filled Crescenta Valley […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Crescenta Valley loves bingo. There are bingo games throughout the year that not only benefit those who love the game but nonprofits that use these events as fundraisers. This weekend the Crescenta Valley High School U.S. Air Force JROTC will hold its third annual bingo event at the Verdugo Hills Memorial Hall […]