March 4 2700 block of Foothill Boulevard in La Crescenta, a 51-year-old man and a 37-year-old woman both from Los Angeles were arrested for suspicion of possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine and cocaine) and possession of drug paraphernalia after a routine traffic stop at 12:39 a.m. March 2 1300 block of Foothill Boulevard in […]
Time to Spring Forward Daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 11 at 2 a.m. Remember to move clocks ahead one hour. Prescribed Burns Planned Over the next few days, the U.S. Forest Service will be conducting prescribed burns in the Angeles National Forest in the Mt. Baldy and Mt. Wilson areas. Museum […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Having a child is the most exciting and frightening time of a parent’s life. For most, the birth process is routine, meaning lots of pain for mom, some deep “cleansing breaths,” and then, when it is over, that amazing moment when the child is placed in the arms of mom and dad. […]
By Mary O’KEEFE According to the U.S. Pharmacies and Drug Store Industry, an estimated 4.25 billion retail prescriptions will be filled throughout the U.S. in 2019 with about 300 million in California alone. Over time, many of these will become outdated. So what should a person do with those outdated meds? It is not recommended […]
“Snowflakes are one of nature’s most fragile things, but just look what they can do when they stick together.” ~ Vista M. Kelly A deadly nor’easter is bringing howling winds, drenching rain, heavy snow and powerful waves to much of the East Coast. Winter arrived as scheduled to the Midwestern and eastern states, but here […]
Pencil Me In Trying to schedule something on our community calendar is a dance to be sure. The first part of the year is typically busy and 2018 is no exception. I was honored to attend a grand gala in January for Ascencia, which works to lift people out of homelessness, and on Friday […]
The warmer months present an excellent opportunity to get outdoors and spruce up a home’s exterior. But for those who have limited time and resources, it’s important to prioritize the focus of their efforts. For guidance, consider Remodeling Magazine’s 2018 Cost vs. Value Report, which shows that not all remodeling projects are equal. Here are […]
To Be of Service That is not just a statement, but truly words with action from Julie Kay Stallcup, Melissa Gerard and the entire team of Revolution Dance Center. On Sunday, March 3, on behalf of the Montrose~Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce, I was honored to participate as a speaker, along with Jeannie Bone […]
Mixin’ It Up Everyone has a different name for business mixers. Commonly known as an after-hours business mixer, these short but sweet events have much to offer. The Chamber’s mixers create an opportunity for members and non-members to mingle and build business relationships in an informal, relaxed business setting. We promote mixers in several […]
By Charly SHELTON For many, organized religion is daunting. Whether raised as part of a church/synagogue/mosque and then separating from it later in life, or trying to break into the scene for the first time, there are a lot of challenges and intimidating social conventions that must be confronted, especially when one is trying to […]