Local Projects Discussed at CVCA Meeting

By Jason KUROSU The Crescenta Valley Community Association’s regular January meeting revolved around a series of issues that have persisted in the area for years and, in some cases, even decades. One of the topics that was more recent was the closure of Twelve Oaks Retirement Lodge. Twelve Oaks was shut down in November when […]

Doctor Talks About Teenage Brains and How They’re Wired

By Kevork KURDOGHLIAN Crescenta Valley High School’s library was the site of the first of four talks about teen trials and tribulations hosted by CV Alliance, formerly the Crescenta Valley Drug & Alcohol Coalition, a community organization that works to prevent drug and alcohol abuse, especially in teenagers, in the Crescenta Valley. On Jan. 23, […]

Holy Redeemer Middle and St. James Elementary Host Open Houses

McKenna MIDDLETON, intern Sunday, Jan. 26 marked another year of excellence in Catholic education at St. James Elementary and Holy Redeemer Middle schools. Both held an open house for parents, students and prospective attendees from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Throughout the Holy Redeemer campus, classrooms displayed students’ hard work from semester one. The science […]

Area Alumnae Panhellenic Scholarships Available

High school senior women who will be attending a four-year college/university in the fall are invited to attend the Alumnae Panhellenic Scholarship Social on Thursday, Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. at Salem Lutheran Church in Glendale. This event will provide information for those interested in learning more about sororities or who want to apply for […]

St. Francis Coach Reminisces on Games, Players – Part I

By Michael BRUER St. Francis varsity soccer coach Glen Appels has been molding soccer players in La Cañada since 1989. He won his 400th game on Jan. 15, beating Crespi 2-1 for the Golden Knights’ first Mission League victory of the season. In addition to being the head coach, he teaches junior and senior AP […]

The Culture of CrossFit

By Brandon HENSLEY One night at the CrossFit Survival studio in La Crescenta, a man walked in to meet with coaches Shannon Franklin and Erik Boyd. He opened the doors and saw Boyd performing gymnastic moves on rings that hung from the ceiling, quickly dropping down and going into a “burpee” – a pushup when […]

Super Bowl XLVIII Predictions

Super Bowl XLVIII Predictions

Peyton’s legacy, Seattle’s defense and cold weather: CV Weekly’s sportswriters make their picks for the Big Game. Brandon HENSLEY The easiest Super Bowls to watch are the ones where your heart can sit comfortably without being pulled in every which way, where you don’t have to sit on the edge of your seat rooting for […]

»Montrose Verdugo-City Chamber of Commerce

Celebrating 90 Years for Crescenta Valley Adventist School This weekend, Crescenta Valley Adventist School (CVAS) celebrated its 90th anniversary with an open house extravaganza. The CVAS school families, alumni and members of the community enjoyed food trucks, bouncers and games. Pastor Cary Fisher rededicated the school campus to God and Associate Superintendant Dr. Pam Forbes […]

Maria Muriello Celebrates 25 years in the Real Estate Industry

Maria Muriello, sales partner with the La Crescenta office of Dilbeck Real Estate Real Living, celebrated 25 years as a consistent top producer in the foothills community. Her approach is simple: premier service in every aspect remains a top priority. Every client deserves a qualified realtor that delivers top-notch service and personal care. “I love […]

»News from the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce

3 Over 30 “In order for there to be any kind of longevity there’s got to be some history.” Edwin Starr Avid local history buffs and those familiar with the Crescenta Valley Historical Society’s vast knowledge of our valley know of the foundation of La Crescenta and our foothills.  This community carved into the San […]