By Brandon HENSLEY Jorge Valdivia knows this is important, because he grew up on the other side. When Valdivia was 9, his father passed away and his five siblings were raised by their mother in East L.A. Suffice to say, the Christmas tree every year was lonely beneath. Valdivia said his mother bought just one […]
Burbank Fire Chief Ray Krawkowski will end 32 years of public service when he retired on Dec. 28. Chief Krawkowski began his career with Burbank Fire in August 1980 and promoted through the ranks as a firefighter and paramedic, engineer and captain. Krakowski was promoted to battalion chief in 1994 and held that rank 15 […]
Emelita Bituin, vice president and manager of Citizens Business Bank of La Cañada Flintridge presented the YMCA of the Foothills with a check for $7,500 as a contribution towards the Y’s annual community support campaign. The donation was made following the 1st Annual Citizens Business Bank Charity Challenge golf tournament that raised a total of […]
For the last six years, the Studio City Dilbeck Real Estate Real Living office and Anngel Benoun and her REO team have fulfilled the Christmas wishes of foster children from Penny Lane. Penny Lane sends a list with the children’s name, age, gender and the items they hope to get for Christmas. Agents choose a […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station has a community feeling, from the often-used community room to the numerous events sheriff personnel attend throughout the area. That community feeling extends even behind the scenes, reflected in a new mural painted on the rear exterior wall of the station. In an effort to maintain a positive […]
By Mary O’KEEFE This has been a difficult holiday season for the family of missing mother and daughter Megan (Ganajian) Dipiazza, 33. They continue to scourer Facebook, call friends and have the Glendale Police Dept. on speed dial in their effort to find Megan. Megan went missing on Nov. 11 after an argument with her […]
In May, the Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge decided to take a fresh approach to its fundraising and other activities when Deb Jordan was appointed as executive director. The board of directors unanimously chose to focus on raising the profile of the center, made staff changes and showcased the year-round activities while adding more […]
Falcons open Pacific League play at Muir on Friday with a much different look than last season. By Brandon HENSLEY The Crescenta Valley High School Falcons boys’ basketball team kicks off its Pacific League schedule on Friday, and what a test it will be. The Falcons will travel to Muir for a 7 p.m. date […]
CVLL Hosting Camp, Holding Sign-ups Crescenta Valley Little League is now holding baseball and softball sign-ups online. Registration deadline is Jan. 10. Pay now or pay onsite at tryouts. All fees increase $25 for registration after Jan. 11. Avoid late fees – register today. To register online, visit cvlittleleague.com. Time for CSA Registration Crescenta Sports […]
Taylor Bosveld Wins Junior King-of-the-Hill Taylor Bosveld defeated Carl Dinger 83-66 to win the CV Weekly Fantasy Football III Junior King-of-the-Hill. Bosveld’s team was led by Denver quarterback Peyton Manning and Minnesota running back Adrian Peterson. New England quarterback Tom Brady and New Orleans wide receiver Marques Colston were Dinger’s most productive players. Five Qualify […]