VA Issues Fraud Alert Veterans should be aware of a marketing scam targeting callers trying to reach the Dept. of Veterans Affairs (VA) National Call Center or GI Bill Call Center. A marketing company has established two fraudulent numbers that differ from the two official VA call center numbers by one digit. If the fraudulent […]
Preparations enter into final stages before the New Year’s Day debut. By Michael BRUER It’s that time of year again. While many play with their new Christmas gadgets and bask in the final days of 2013, others in the foothills community are hard at work – putting together memorable floats for this year’s Tournament of […]
By Kevork KURDOGHLIAN The arrival of the Christmas season each year is highlighted by Christmas lights adorned on neighborhood houses, presents bunched under the Christmas tree, and ringing bells. Not just the bells on Santa’s sleigh, but those of the Salvation Army as well. They can be heard from the parking lot of many department […]
Holiday Hours at CVW Crescenta Valley Weekly will close at noon on Dec. 31, and will be closed all day Jan. 1. The paper will be delivered on Jan. 2. The office will be open on Jan. 2. Happy New Year! Blood Drive Scheduled Glendale Adventist Medical Center and the American Red Cross are partnering […]
CV Weekly writer Charly Shelton lent his copy of CV Weekly to a longtime ranch hand of Holman Ranch in Carmel Valley. Holman Ranch, a private estate, features gardens, mountain views and serenity wrapped with old-world charm that provides modern day conveniences. This property includes a fully restored stone hacienda, overnight guest rooms, vineyards, olive […]
By Isiah REYES Local resident and veteran Steve Pierce was one of three honored as a hometown hero by the Verdugo Hills Council of the Boy Scouts of America on Dec. 6. The trio was recognized for their commitment and patriotism to their community. “I enjoy volunteering,” Pierce said. “I do it because I feel […]
By Mary O’KEEFE A Crescenta Valley High School student has brought home a big honor – and a generous scholarship – for her prowess in math and engineering. Isabel Martos-Repath was awarded a silver award from the Hispanic Heritage Foundation in engineering and mathematics. The award was sponsored by Exxon Mobil and included a $2,000 […]
Nov. 20, 1923 – Dec. 17, 2013 Amy Smith Sherburn passed away peacefully in the home she shared with her daughter Ann. She was 90 years old. Amy Kathryn Smith was born in Willoughby, Ohio. She was the second child of six born to Leslie and Amelia Smith. She grew up in Gates Mills, Ohio […]
Dec. 15 2900 block of Mary Street in La Crescenta, the driver’s side rear passenger window was shattered on a vehicle overnight. Dec. 12 400 block of Knight Way in La Cañada Flintridge, about a month ago a business owner received a letter from a company that provided software for her business stating that someone […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Anyone in the Glendale and Crescenta Valley communities who has a non-profit organization is well aware of the generosity of the Porto family. Through Porto’s Bakery, they have reached out to help not only local community organizations but those far beyond the shores of America. An example of this generosity was demonstrated […]