More Petting of the Peeves Hey kids, it’s been almost a year since we last visited my kennel of pet peeves and frankly, they’re getting a little lonely. So let’s go visit, shall we? Pet Peeve #11: Running out of salsa when there are still plenty of chips left in the bag. Or vice versa. […]
Slovakian Henry Biescar Moves to La Crescenta Those who know CV’s history are familiar with the various ethnic and international groups that have made up our history. Starting with the Indians, then the Spanish and Mexicans and, into the ’20s and ’30s, the Italians and Germans. The Germans established Hindenburg Park which attracted German-Americans from […]
Greetings from CVDAPC! As our fiscal year ends, let’s take a look back. Here’s a quick list of things we’ve accomplished – largely with your help and support. I’m going to give you a preview of what’s to come in our Year 4 that begins on Oct. 1. • Welcomed Brian Landisi and Harry Leon […]
Did you know that according to the U.S. Administration on Aging in 2000, approximately 605 million people were 60 years or older. In 2050, that number is expected to be close to 2 billion. At that time, seniors will outnumber children 14 and under for the first time in history! And along came ASTER –Assisting […]
Encourages PP Participation As a past Prom Plus Tour of Homes host, I would like to encourage Crescenta Valley residents to join the fun. Being on the tour was a wonderful experience. It prompted the completion of a great many “honey do” items on my list. More importantly, it gave us an opportunity to reconnect […]
Friday the 13th was a lucky day for St. James and Holy Redeemer schools when parents, alumni, and other supporters teed off in the schools’ inaugural golf tournament at Angeles National Golf Club in Sunland. Approximately 65 golfers participated in what will become an annual event for the two schools as they raise funds for […]
Quarterback Brian Gadsby is dealing with last week’s mouth injury and receiver Weston Walker is out this week with a knee injury. But CV has a chance to go 4-0. By Brandon HENSLEY It couldn’t all be sunshine and roses for Brian Gadsby, and he knew it. After two monster games to start the season […]
By Michael YEGHIAYAN Congressmen Adam Schiff and Tony Cardenas are scheduled to host an event today, Thursday, Sept. 26, for area high school students interested in applying for admission to one of the country’s military service academies. The event will take place at the Sunland-Tujunga Municipal Building from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Attendees will […]
JROTC Rummage Sale A rummage sale is being held on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Crescenta Valley High School cafeteria (Falcon Café) located behind the school on Glenwood & Prospect avenues. CV High School is at 2900 Community Ave. in La Crescenta. All proceeds from the rummage sale will […]
By Leonard COUTIN The 33rd Annual Woodbridge Invitational Cross-Country Classic was held on Saturday at Estancia High School in Coast Mesa, rather than its predecessor Woodbridge High School in Irvine, and produced some impressive three-mile times, especially this early of the season. The Crescenta Valley High School Falcon boys endured a long wait Saturday night […]