Thinking About Gifts Over the Year The Christmas season is traditionally a time of giving. Commercials are reminding us – some might say bombarding us – with the message that now is the time to give. Peppered in there, if you care to look, is the Good News of why we celebrate this season, that […]
Marissa GOULD, intern In these tough economic times, not everyone can afford to get gifts for their children during this holiday season. To answer that need, there are various organizations locally working to lend a hand. The CV Sheriff’s Station is one of those organizations. The station is holding its annual toy/food drive and is […]
By Mary O’KEEFE This holiday season law enforcement reminds residents to be cautious, careful and aware. Part One crimes, which include burglary both residential and vehicle, and theft, are up in the far north area of Glendale. “Year-to-date we are up about 10%,” said Glendale Officer Abe Chung. Although that sounds like a lot, it […]
By Leonard COUTIN Rosemont Middle School cross-country scored well in the L.A. 84 Cross-Country Festival held Saturday in South El Monte in the Whittier Narrows recreation park. The 2K (1.25 mile) course was laid out so the runners covered one large loop around the park, finishing 50 meters from where they started in front a […]
By Susan JAMES On stage now at Hollywood’s Theatre Asylum on Santa Monica Boulevard, “What We Don’t Say” is a play that probes the most intimate thoughts of a group of friends regarding themselves and their relationships with women. Well-staged and never static, this is a beautifully nuanced ensemble piece that incorporates filmed interviews together […]
One doesn’t have to look too far to find the holiday spirit in the Crescenta Valley. While many homeowners go all out in decorating, there are a few favorites that shouldn’t be missed. The Fisher home at 4422 New York Ave. features a huge inflatable Santa Claus. Many may remember the enthusiastic display that was […]
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BEACHCOMBER KATE’S UKULELE JAM AND HOLIDAY PARTY The public is invited on Saturday, Dec. 21 at the Elbow Room (formerly Java Brew Coffee House – same location) from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. for an informal ukulele jam on the patio. Bring your ukulele, or if you don’t yet have one, come and learn all […]
By Mark FABRICK Nothing like some home cooking to get the Crescenta Valley High School boys’ basketball team back on track. After losing some close, tough games in the San Fernando Valley Invitational Tournament earlier this month, the Falcons returned home to host the Falcon Classic Tournament last week. After opening the tournament with victories […]
The students at the La Cañada Flintridge Community Center Preschool experienced the joy of giving this holiday season by adopting three patient families from Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. The preschoolers are collecting clothing, presents and gift certificates for each of the families in need. A Christmas “giving tree” has been placed in the […]