Studio Hope Boutique Owner Lori Hartwell Gives Second Chances

Studio Hope Boutique Owner Lori Hartwell Gives Second Chances

By Ruth SOWBY Over the weekend of June 26-28, the two-year anniversary of Studio Hope Boutique was celebrated at its 817 N. Hollywood Way, its Burbank location. Looky-loos combed the aisles looking for boutique treasures at 20% off, all the while chomping on complimentary cupcakes.  Studio Hope benefits owner Lori Hartwell’s non-profits Renal Support Network and […]

PEOPLE MAKING NEWS

Clark University announced that Oliver E. Briskin and Karina H. Fischman of La Crescenta were named to first honors on the spring 2026 Dean’s List. Students must have a GPA of 3.8 or above for first honors or a GPA between 3.50 and 3.79 for second honors. Founded in 1887, Clark University is a liberal […]

Dignity Health Renews Agreement with LA Care

Dignity Health recently announced the successful renewal of its comprehensive agreement with LA Care Health Plan. This partnership extends across all LA Care products, including Medi-Cal, Covered California and Medicare Advantage plans. This achievement underscores the hospital’s  unwavering commitment to ensuring broad access to quality healthcare for the communities it serves. This renewed two-year agreement […]

Christmas in July Returns to Assistance League Glendale

Christmas in July Returns to Assistance League Glendale

The Assistance League of Glendale is having its annual Summer Christmas Sale on July 23, 24 and 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its chapter house located at 314 Harvard St. Shoppers will find a wonderland filled with holiday décor, ornaments, gift wrap, stocking stuffers, collectibles and festive treasurers for every style and […]

PROBLEM SOLVED <<< BY CHRISTOPHER ELLIOTT

PROBLEM SOLVED <<< BY CHRISTOPHER ELLIOTT

Michael Kors and UPS Are Playing Hot Potato With My $687 Refund – How Do I Win? UPS declares Lina Mahmoud’s $687 package lost and Michael Kors refuses to refund her, playing a frustrating game of corporate hot potato. How does she get her money back?  Question: I am at my wits’ end trying to […]

CALENDAR THIS

GLENDALE KIWANIS  The Kiwanis Club of Glendale meets on Fridays at noon. On July 10, the Club hosts the Pasadena Humane Society. The cost to attend Friday meetings, which includes lunch and program, is $25. All are welcome.  The Club meets at the Elks Lodge, 120 E. Colorado St. in Glendale. DANCING AS EXERCISE Dancing […]

TRAVELS BY GREG <<< GREG ARAGON

TRAVELS BY GREG <<< GREG ARAGON

Elegance and History: A Historic Escape to La Jolla’s Grande Colonial  By Greg ARAGON Known as “The Jewel” of San Diego, La Jolla is famous for its unique geography that combines rugged sandstone cliffs, hidden sea caves and pristine beaches. But besides all of its natural beauty, the town is also home to the 113-year-old […]

NOTES & NODS

Kleinsasser to Present at UUCVH On July 12, the Sunday service of the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills (UUCVH) welcomes Eric Kleinsasser to share his sermon: On the Psychological Benefits of Photographing Birds.  There are many things in our existence for which no instructions are provided. Everyone navigates life through the lens of their own […]

VIEW OF THE VERDUGOS <<< CRAIG DURST

VIEW OF THE VERDUGOS <<< CRAIG DURST

History Hunt for the Monte Vista Dam We’ve come to the end of the America 250 Trail. Originally developed for the bicentennial in 1976, this repurposed journey has taken us to 24 of the 25 historic locations that were highlighted in the Sunland-Tujunga area. It’s all come down to this: the hunt for the Monte […]