Mike Lawler A couple of months ago, I wrote about an unfinished housing project on Frances Avenue that had become a messy headache for that neighborhood. The property owners have since cleaned up the lot, including significant brush clearance, removing construction debris, and re-fencing the abandoned pool. I hope these actions have helped to improve […]
“We have a speech center for young children that have Down syndrome or autism. There are 5-year-olds that have never spoken a word. [With our center] they learn to say hello to their moms for the first time. That is what your money goes toward,” said Michelle Cox of Villa Esperanza. The money, and support, […]
by Charles Andrew, Certified Public Account Some people can get by with doing their own taxes, others need professional help. Here’s how to tell which group you belong to and some tips on choosing the right person to do the job. Returns fall into some basic categories: short form returns, itemized returns, or more complex […]
By Shana LiVIGNI Curves’ 30-minute circuit training helps women work every major muscle group, strengthens their hearts and burns up to 500 calories with each workout. Founders Gary and Diane Heavin are considered the innovators of the express fitness phenomenon that has made exercise available to around four million women globally, many of whom are […]
By Mary Dawson When I think of Valentine’s Day, I think red, white, pink, angels, baking, hearts and love. I love being in Montrose during the Valentine season. So many of our stores are in “Valentine“ mode. We enjoy this day. It’s a happy day. Whether you have “that special someone” in your life or […]
We feel for our fellow residents of the Crescenta Valley who lost their homes or had damage this past week from the mud and debris. If your house was damaged and you need help, please reach out to us and let us know how we can help you. If you were lucky not to have […]
If you’re anything like me, you’re one of those chronic last minute shoppers. A fatal disease to have during Valentine’s Day as many sleepless nights on the cold floor have reminded me. You race to the local department store only to find that all the good gifts are long gone. Or you’re short on time […]
By Shana LiVIGNI Worship in the Episcopal Church is dynamic and participatory, involving all of the senses as well as the inner spirit. The worship service is shaped by The Book of Common Prayer, The Hymnal 1982, and other resources for prayer and music from around the world. There are three basic parts of every […]
YMCA LAUNCHES HEART HELP PROGRAM The Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA is holding free classes on Wednesdays on heart health presented through Huntington Hospital’s Heart Help program. The program is particularly appropriate for those who are overweight, have high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or who are not physically active. Heart disease is the leading cause of death […]
Here’s a delicious recipe for Eggplant Parmesan, and if you can’t bare eggplant try any type of squash or zucchini. Anna Loutsos Ingredients 1 large eggplant (or squash) 2 pounds, sliced ½” thick crosswise 1 tablespoon olive oil Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 cup milk 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 […]