More Change Coming Recently we have read about devastation from wildfires and strong storms. Climate scientists say we will see more as a result of climate change. To reduce air pollution that causes climate change we must reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Senator Lindsey Graham said, “CO2 emissions generated by man is creating our greenhouse […]
Tours Are Opportunities to Share CVWD Progress and Programs Dear Community, Last week, the Crescenta Valley Water District had the pleasure of hosting the Historical Society of the Crescenta Valley for a tour of the operations and facilities that deliver your water and collect wastewater. Also attending were several members of the CV Town Council […]
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Annual event brings together safety personnel and the public. National Night Out is on Aug. 5. It is an event that encourages the public to meet local law enforcement and emergency responders. “National Night Out (NNO), established in 1984, celebrates over 40 years of strengthening community bonds. While the event features fun giveaways and impressive […]
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday voted to approve the County’s first-ever historic district and landmark designation in Altadena. By adopting an ordinance to designate the northern portion of the Historic Highlands neighborhood as a County Historic District, the board has taken a landmark step toward preserving Altadena’s unique architectural and cultural […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Electric bikes (e-bikes), as well as e-scooters, have become a topic of conversation within school districts and law enforcement. An electric bike is a bicycle equipped with an electric motor and battery. Bike companies have categorized the e-bikes into three levels: Class 1 and Class 2 have speeds that have a maximum […]
The Power of AI As I alluded to last week, I’m not a lover of artificial intelligence (AI). I understand that my primary point of reference for the technology are movies; “The Terminator” comes to mind. According to Wikipedia, AI “is the capability of computational systems to perform tasks typically associated with human intelligence, such […]
By Mary O’KEEFE It seems like last week’s Dust Bowl weather column sparked some interest so I have done more research and found how this drought changed the way we looked at farming, both on the farm and in D.C. The 1930s Dust Bowl is considered the worst drought on record for the nation. “The […]
CVCA Meeting for July Canceled The CVCA meeting for July has been canceled. Planned for August is an in-person meeting on the fourth Thursday of the month at the La Crescenta Library, 2809 Foothill Blvd. In the meantime, members continue to watch the movement on SB 79. The Assembly Local Government Committee passed SB 79 with a […]
By Mary O’KEEFE It’s a step back in time on Saturday at Two Strike Park in La Crescenta for Silent Movies night. This annual event began in 2014 and since then has been a popular community event. Silent Movies is sponsored by the Historical Society of Crescenta Valley (HSCV), the Los Angeles County Board of […]