GASCU Honored

GASCU Honored

Glendale Area School Credit Union was the recipient of a Special Recognition Award at the Montrose-Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce’s (MVCC) Centennial + Annual Community Awards Dinner in October. GASCU was recognized for the support provided to non-profit businesses during the COVID pandemic. “It was our pleasure to be able to support these vital businesses […]

People Making News

From La Crescenta, Lisa Barger, who earned a Master of Arts in special education, and Isabelle Seeto, who earned a Bachelor of Science in nursing, summa cum laude, were among those who received degrees from the University of Northern Colorado at the end of the fall 2023 semester.         ______________________________ Evita Tergalstian of Sunland was […]

Huge Courtyard Sale at the Thursday Club

The La Cañada Thursday Club will be hosting an enormous sale in its courtyard on Saturday, Feb. 10 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sale items include antiques, art, china, collectibles, crystal, electronics, furniture, garden and outdoor items, holiday décor, housewares, jewelry, linens, pet items, sporting goods, toys and vintage items. Everything is priced to […]

Bingo and More!

Bingo and More!

Did someone say “bingo!”? That was the question of the night on Saturday when more than a 120 folks came to the Verdugo Hills Memorial Hall for a rousing night of bingo. And what a night it was! The Chamber hosted an “historical bingo” and Charly Shelton shared some history of the early Crescenta Valley […]

Embracing Community Spirit: MVCC’s Upcoming Events…

Embracing Community Spirit: MVCC’s Upcoming Events…

As spring approaches, the Montrose Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce (MVCC) is gearing up for two spectacular events that not only promise a good time but also play a pivotal role in funding the MVCC’s mission of giving back to the community. The 9th Annual Montrose Craft Beer Fest and the 4th Annual MVCC Egg […]

PROBLEM SOLVED <<< BY CHRISTOPHER ELLIOTT

PROBLEM SOLVED <<< BY CHRISTOPHER ELLIOTT

“Burned” by my Hamilton Beach toaster oven. Why can’t I get a refund?   Illustration by Dustin Elliott   Ronald Crossley’s Hamilton Beach toaster oven doesn’t work. And apparently neither does the Hamilton Beach customer service department. How does he get this appliance fixed?   Q: I returned a Hamilton Beach toaster oven earlier this […]

Calendar This

GLENDALE KIWANIS The Kiwanis Club of Glendale meets on Fridays at noon. On Friday, Feb 1, Club President Irma Villegas will give a craft talk to the Club. The cost to attend Friday meetings, which includes lunch and program, is $20. All are welcome.The Club meets Friday afternoons at the Elks Lodge, 120 E. Colorado […]

Knott’s Peanuts Celebration Returns to the Berry Farm

Knott’s Peanuts Celebration Returns to the Berry Farm

By Charly SHELTON   The holidays are over and it has been three weeks since we’ve had a real celebration for anything. Time for a festival at a theme park. Each January, Knott’s Berry Farm welcomes guests to its annual Peanuts Celebration, this year running from Jan. 27 through Feb. 25. This event transforms the […]

Scene In LA

Scene In LA

By Steve ZALL and Sid FISH   February 2024 Our local theaters have lots of new offerings. It’s time to treat yourself to the magic of live theater by going to see a show! COVID protocols continue to be dictated by each individual venue so bring a facemask to wear during the show in case […]

Brisket Makes Friends and Melts Hearts

Brisket Makes Friends and Melts Hearts

  First graders at Jefferson Elementary School got a special treat on Friday when they were greeted with a visit by Glendale Police Department’s (GPD) Labrador retriever Brisket. By Mary O’KEEFE   Sit. Shake. Roll over. Those are some of the things that Glendale Police Services Officer Amy Tate had the department’s newest facility dog […]