Oct. 15, 1947 – Nov. 23, 2017 Dudley Bradstreet Killam Jr. of La Cañada, father, husband, veteran and engineer, passed away from a heart attack on Thanksgiving at the age of 70, surrounded by family. Born in Redding, Massachusetts to Dudley and Flora Killam, he attended high school in Atkinson, New Hampshire. He obtained BAs […]
By Mary O’KEEFE This is the time of season for shopping. Whether shopping along Honolulu Avenue and Foothill Boulevard or ordering online, people need to be aware that this is also the best time for criminal opportunists to do their own type of shopping, including checking cars for unlocked doors and picking up packages dropped […]
The work an unknown good man has done is like a vein of water flowing hidden underground, secretly making the ground green. ~ Thomas Carlyle, Scottish poet Water… We are surrounded by it. It covers over 70% of the earth’s surface and makes up approximately 60% of the human body. So why are so […]
The La Cañada Flintridge Orthopaedic Guild (LCFOG) held its Annual Book and Author Luncheon in October that celebrated 60 years of service to Orthopaedic Institute for Children, formerly Orthopaedic Hospital. The guests, which numbered 215, were treated to a speech by Dr. Jennifer Beck, one of the few double fellowship pediatric orthopaedic surgeons in California. […]
Like mother, like daughter. Liz Skandale, left, adds final touches to decorations for the annual benefit luncheon of the Philoptochos Society of Saint Anthony Greek Orthodox Church, Pasadena, with her mother, Katherine Skandale. Katherine is a 52-year resident of La Cañada. The Christmas boutique, gifts and Santa’s Kitchen will start at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, […]
By Mary O’KEEFE The sign on the door of Moss Supermarket at 2931 Honolulu Ave. reads “Notice of Eviction.” According to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Dept., the notice to vacate that had been ordered by the court was presented on Oct. 31. It appears the store’s phone has been shut off as well. Moss Supermarket […]
By Mary O’KEEFE For 26 years, the La Crescenta Woman’s Club, Junior Section, has hosted Breakfast with Santa at its clubhouse at 4004 La Crescenta Ave. The event will be held this year on Dec. 9 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Breakfast is served until 10 a.m. Each year kids and adults have a […]
By Charly SHELTON The day after Thanksgiving is known as Black Friday, the official start of the holiday shopping season. Stores across America open early on Black Friday, and some on Thanksgiving afternoon, with door buster deals and heavy discounts on almost everything. It’s the day that businesses stop being in the red and get […]
By Nestor CASTIGLIONE It may be difficult to think of another musician who matches the crossover appeal as mandolinist Evan Marshall. Certainly none outstrip him in that regard. Over the course of his career he has earned the admiration of classical musicians. But music-makers who worked in other genres have also recognized his talent. “Evan […]
ART OUT OF TRASH Cathy Hrenda, resident of Adams Hill, composes artworks from found objects and trash. Since 2015 she has designed and installed a holiday-inspired work in the landmark Richfield Gas Station in the Adams Square Mini-Park with help from the surrounding community. These community projects have been carried out in coordination with the […]