How’s your summer going? Are you starting to think about back to school and things you want to tell your children to get them ready for the challenges ahead? I have spent a fair amount of time this summer driving Reason to various places, from San Diego to Pasadena, and we’ve had some interesting conversations. […]
Denise M. Miller of Glendale has been appointed to the California Occupational Therapy License Board by Gov. Brown. Miller has been the director of The Live Well Senior Program at Glendale Adventist Medical Center since 2011. She has served in various positions at GAMC including manager of Physician Relations and coordinator of Occupational and Hand […]
Crescenta Sports Association’s 10U Tournament Team ended the summer tournament season with either a first or second place in each of its four outings to finish the season 15-2 overall. At the Irvine Memorial Day Tournament, the CSA team went 5-1 placing second against a Mexico team in a rousing international event that ended with […]
The Insurance Brokers and Agents of Burbank, Glendale and Pasadena held their local qualifying tournament for the Trusted Choice Big “I” Junior National Golf Championship on June 25 at the Oakmont Country Club. The low qualifier was Blake Meek of Pasadena, shooting 78 in windy conditions. Meek will be playing golf for Loyola Marymount University […]
By Brandon HENSLEY There’s only one month left for returning high school kids to enjoy their summer (isn’t that weird to say?) and this week the varsity basketball team for Crescenta Valley High School finally got its break. With the team having played 29 games since summer league action began on May 31, Coach Shawn […]
By Jason KUROSU Beginning July 1, the Crescenta Valley Water District raised water rates at an estimated cost of $4.57 per household, citing infrastructural and maintenance-related necessities. As expected, there was backlash from CVWD customers, who have regularly lamented rising water rates. At the July 9 CVWD board meeting, the board discussed some of the […]
CV baseball is holding a fundraiser at Straw Hat Pizza on July 16. Come watch the MLB All Star game and support CV baseball. There will be door prizes and fun baseball pools for the game. Those who bring a copy of their current electric bill, and if it’s over $150 are legible for a […]
By Michael YEGHIAYAN The City of Glendale has joined a number of cities across California with the implementation of an ordinance banning the use of carryout plastic bags at large food retailers. The ordinance, which took effect on July 1, will also require smaller food retailers to follow suit at the end of the year. […]
Memories of the 4th Well, another 4th of July has passed complete with a fantastic fireworks show at La Crescenta Elementary School courtesy of the Crescenta Valley Fireworks Assn. According to organizers, this year was especially successful due to the perfect weather that we enjoyed in addition to the expertise of Fireworks America, the company […]
Introducing a New Executive Director “I hope you never fear those mountains in the distance, Never settle for the path of least resistance, Living might mean taking chances, but they’re worth taking.” “I Hope You Dance,” lyrics by Lee Ann Womack It has been an honor and privilege to be the Crescenta Valley Chamber of […]