‘Timing is Not Right” for Proposed Tax Measure

By Ted AYALA The hopes of the city of Glendale for putting a tax measure before voters in the special election in June were dimmed earlier this week. Residents, according to a survey, feel “no great need” for more taxes. That was the result presented to the Glendale City Council on Tuesday night by Cerrell […]

Digital Issue 02.06.14

Here is the paper for Thursday, February 6, 2014. Check back every Friday to get your copy on your computer, Smartphone, eReader or tablet to take with you on-the-go! If it works or doesn’t work on your device, let us know and we can make a note of it to improve the experience, or if […]

St. Francis Celebrates Mission League Victory – Part II

By Michael BRUER We conclude our interview with St. Francis varsity soccer coach Glen Appels who won his 400th game on Jan. 15, beating Crespi 2-1 for the Golden Knights’ first Mission League victory of the season. Q: A lot of players growing  up in the soccer culture of California have to choose between playing […]

Wild Week in Boys’ Basketball

By Brandon HENSLEY For the Crescenta Valley High School boys’ basketball team, the theme the past week was “playing from behind.” The boys went 3-0 starting last Friday against Muir High School, Monday vs. Burroughs and Wednesdays vs. Burbank. They trailed in all three games, looking especially sluggish in the first two, but rallied for […]

Senior Recognition Night

CVHS boy’s basketball will honor and recognize the following senior players along with their families on Friday, Feb. 7th at 6:30 p.m. during halftime against Pasadena: Eric Bae, No. 15, Chris Bouchard, No. 20, Arin Pezeshkian, No. 21, Eric Patten, No. 24, Gio DeGuzman, No. 34 and Taylor Anderson, No. 54. Please join us for […]

Flintridge Prep Rebels Roundup

Boys’ Basketball Jan. 30: Prep 75, Rio Hondo 39 The Rebels raced out to a 27 to 12 first quarter advantage and built a 49-17 halftime lead. Robert Cartwright had 18 points, and Kyle Hamane added 18 with 4 3-point baskets. Andrew Tsangeos added 11. Jan. 24: La Salle 71, Prep 68 The Rebels lost […]

CV Soccer Splits with Burbank Schools

By Michael BRUER The Crescenta Valley High School soccer team won Wednesday’s matchup against Burbank High School 7-0, improving its record to 18-4-3, 7-3-1 in the Pacific League, holding firm as the third place team. Sevag Hamamah and Matt Ryan each scored two goals, and goalkeeper Adan Martinez made four saves. The Falcons sought to […]

Rosemont Spartans Crush Wilson Knights

By Michael BRUER The Rosemont Middle School Spartans’ flag football team notched their second shutout of the season on Jan. 30 with a dominating 20-0 victory over visiting Wilson.     The Spartans improved to 3-1 and travel to play Roosevelt this week. The team received two touchdowns from eighth-grade running back Louie Pintado, who opened […]

Chamber Celebrates Leaders, Inducts Board

The Montrose-Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual installation and awards dinner on Jan. 23 at the Oakmont Country Club. While nearly 130 people filled the room to witness the installation of the board of directors, most were mainly on hand to congratulate this year’s honorees who were recognized in a number of areas. […]

Sets in Step Announces Classes

The Sets in Step Square Dance Club is sponsoring a new beginners class for beginners or those who want to refresh their dancing. It begins on Thursday evening, Feb. 13 and is from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at the La Cañada Flintridge Community Center. The cost is $6 each week. Refreshments are provided. This […]