By Mary O’KEEFE Damian Kevitt, founder of SAFE (Streets Are For Everyone), saw the devastation that communities were facing after the fires and strong wind events. He wanted to do something to help. “These fires, which have tragically claimed over 24 lives and displaced thousands, remind us of the power of resilience and the importance […]
In the final days of the holiday season, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that the California Highway Patrol (CHP), in collaboration with local law enforcement agencies, successfully conducted a statewide enforcement operation targeting organized retail crime. On Dec. 20 CHP and local police departments carried out Operation Holiday Watch in communities throughout California resulting in 117 […]
By Mary O’KEEFE On 8 a.m. on Wednesday, local officials provided an update on the Eaton and Palisades fires. A new website has been set up specifically for wildfire relief questions. It can be found at https://tinyurl.com/yc67jnus. The number of acres burned in the Eaton Fire was reported at 14,201, and 9,418 structures have been […]
Glendale Unified middle and high school students will once again have an opportunity to hear directly from survivors of the Holocaust from Jan. 23-24. Holocaust survivor speakers will present their life stories to students via Google Meet. The presentations will also be recorded for future viewing. One of the speakers, Joseph Alexander, 102, survived Auschwitz […]
On Jan. 20, the City of La Cañada Flintridge announced the approval of its comprehensive 2024 Climate Action Plan & Adaptation Plan (CAAP), marking a crucial step in its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions community-wide and in municipal operations. The plan includes a vision to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045 with interim goals of […]
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY Eating in a more healthful manner may be a common goal, especially at the new year, but figuring out how to do that might be more elusive than people think. According to Kevin Park, registered dietician and nutritionist at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, people commonly set themselves up for failure. “From my […]
Following the recent windstorm that left an unprecedented amount of green waste and debris across the city, the Glendale Public Works Dept. has initiated comprehensive clean-up efforts to restore the community. Public Works crews are systematically working block-by-block to clear fallen limbs, brush and other debris from streets. Here’s how to help with clean-up efforts: […]
Jan. 30, 1929 – Nov. 17, 2024 Samuel R. Nicholson, beloved husband, dad and gramps, passed away at home after a short illness. He was born in New Jersey to Jessie and Sam Nicholson. He married Patricia Seeber in 1954 in Darmstadt, Germany while he was finishing his U.S. Army obligation. They honeymooned throughout Europe. […]
Sept. 20, 1950 – Nov. 20, 2024 Pati (McArdle) Potter lived her entire life in Sunland-Tujunga as a dedicated member of the community. Pati was deeply committed to preserving and improving the neighborhood she loved so dearly. Pati was a steadfast supporter of her community, nurturing lifelong friendships and serving for many years on […]
Reprinted from May 12, 2016 Question: I was walking by my daughter’s bedroom and overheard a conversation between her and a friend. The conversation was about sex and I distinctly heard her say, “This is the year I want to lose my virginity.” I was shocked! She is 17 and just graduated from high school. […]