Holy Gate impact felt around the world

By Hyung Seok LEE CV Weekly Intern With four churches worldwide, Holy Gate Evangelical Church focuses on international aid and strengthening the body of Christ at the same time. It was established in Montrose in 1998 and continues to serve the community as a place of worship. There are close to 150 people who attend […]

My Kind of Chicken Salad

Last week I gave you the first recipe of a three-part series, Egg Salad; today’s recipe is Chicken salad, my kind of salad , with sweet, crunchy and savory all put together and the best part it’s delicious and a cinch to make. Ingredients: 2 cups diced cooked chicken 1 cup red or green seedless […]

Just For Fun

ARMENIAN FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND The ninth annual Armenian Festival is May 1-2 at the Glendale Civic Auditorium, 1401 N. Verdugo Road in Glendale. The admission cost is $3. Armenian costume shows, exhibitions, children’s games, ethnic foods and pastries will be presented. Saturday hours are from 1 p.m. to midnight; Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 […]

Brilliant finale for Santa Cecilia Orchestra’s season

By Ted AYALA The 2009/2010 season of the Santa Cecilia Orchestra came to a spectacular close on April 25 with a concert celebrating the bicentenary of Mexico’s independence. The program, held at Occidental College’s Thorne Hall, was devoted exclusively to orchestral works by Mexican composers. Mexico has its own very long and proud tradition in […]

Golfing benefits scholarship fund

It was a picture perfect day that greeted golfers of the 13th Annual Montrose Verdugo City Golf Championship. There were 50 players attempting to win the opportunity to wear the coveted Green Jacket and call themselves “champion.” At the end of the day it was long time MVCGC tournament player and former Asian tour pro […]

Volunteers honored at annual dinner

By Hyung Sok LEE Photo by Jennifer TANJI The Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s volunteers proved their commitment to the foothill area when over 40 volunteers were recognized for giving over 1,000 hours each of service to the community. The Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station hosted its 25th annual volunteer dinner for all who donate time to the […]

VHH announces new board members

Verdugo Hills Hospital (VHH) announced the appointment of Jeff Crawford to the VHH Foundation board for a three-year term and Sam C. Longo, Jr. to the VHH board for a two-year term. Crawford lives in La Cañada with his wife Orsi and two sons Christopher and Jack. He is actively involved in the community. “I […]

On a roll: St. Francis High School Mountain Bike Teams

The St. Francis Mountain Bike Team is rolling through its second successful season. The SFHS Mountain Bike Team has attracted over 20 students who have been training and racing since early December. With weekly rides and skills clinics, many students who have never raced a mountain bike before are experienced enough to now compete against […]

CVHS takes part in Mt. Sac contests

By Leonard COUTIN For  running enthusiasts, the Puma 52nd Annual Mt. Sac Relays held April 15-17 was the place to be. Featured were Olympic and national figures, along with collegiate school heroes and  some of the nation’s best high school athletes. There were competitors in hammer throw, shot put high jump and  pole vault where […]