Ask Phyllis! Will My Sagebrush Home Increase in Value? Dear Phyllis, I look forward to your column and I have a completely different question for you. We have been wanting to sell our home located in the Sagebrush neighborhood for several years. We were ready to put it on the market, but then we […]
Paul Czajka, past associate administrator of support services of the former USC University Hospital (now Keck Hospital of USC), has been named chief operating officer (COO) of USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, effective Nov. 4. Czajka brings more than 20 years of healthcare leadership experience, including responsibilities in the areas of non-clinical and clinical operations, construction […]
The Arroyos and Foothills Conservancy welcomes Anthony Portantino and Jim Osterling to its board of directors and Matt DeVoll in the role of president. A resident of La Cañada Flintridge, Portantino comes to the board with a wealth of experience in the political and environmental arenas. He served two terms on the La Cañada City […]
By Robbyn BATTLES Assisting Seniors Through Enhanced Resources – ASTER – is here to provide some holiday tips for seniors and their caregivers. This is a time of season when seniors can feel uneasy and especially left out. I want to start with some tips for families with older adults. Take some time to stroll […]
Stella Balasanian is a well-respected, 25-year veteran in the field of real estate who has built a reputation for integrity, ability and honesty. She is devoted to working with clients as they uncover their purpose and achieve excellence both personally and professionally. Balasanian is a certified life and business coach specializing in coaching real estate […]
By Tyler BIDDLE Starbucks and Coffee Bean may be among the most popular weekend destinations on Honolulu Avenue, but the Java Brew Coffee House on the same street has a secret weapon. On a recent Saturday (and the third Saturday of every month) a group of musicians meet up to jam on their ukuleles on […]
By Charly SHELTON A dragon has been spotted in Los Angeles. A firedrake from the north, the dragon Smaug has landed for the first time at Los Angeles International Airport amidst cheers from press and fans alike. On hand to greet the mighty dragon were Sir Peter Jackson, writer/director of The Lord of the Rings […]
FREE DOCUMENT SHREDDING & OPEN HOUSE The Income Tax Store is holding an open house on Saturday, Dec. 7 from noon to 3 p.m. Learn new tax information for 2014, have your unwanted documents shredded for free and enjoy complimentary food and beverages. Bring a friend, all are welcome. The Income Tax Store, 3795 […]
By Michael J. ARVIZU During the Christmas season, nativity scenes placed in churches and homes throughout the world depict what tradition holds is the moment of Christ’s birth. The main characters are Jesus; his parents Mary and Joseph; shepherds; and animals. The scene depicts Mary, Joseph and the shepherds as they look down adoringly at […]
Christmas Concert at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church Our Lady of Lourdes (OLL) Adult and Children’s Choir will be having their annual Christmas Concert on Saturday, Dec. 8 at 5 p.m. at the parish. The community is invited to come celebrate this season of peace, joy and hope. In previous years, Ms. Balon-Kurpiewski’s Children’s […]