How Time Flies My youngest son and his wife celebrated their wedding anniversary this past weekend. I thought back to the day when they got married (in Camarillo) and what life was like in their early days (prior to the arrival of their two kids). Of course, I also thought of my wedding. It’s hard […]
CVIM Having Last Full Concert of the Year Crescenta Valley Instrumental Music is having its last full concert of the year on May 22 at 7 p.m. in the MacDonald Auditorium (located in the 4300 block of Ramsdell Avenue) at the high school. Tickets are $10 at the door; cash, check or Venmo @CVIM-Foundation. Rosemont […]
By Mary O’KEEFE “The only thing better than singing is more singing.” – Ella Fitzgerald That quote from Ella Fitzgerald is the foundation of the Foothills Community Choir. People from all over the area, from Lake View Terrace and Burbank to La Cañada and Pasadena, join a choir that is truly a community. Under the […]
By Mary O’KEEFE There are many issues facing Glendale – from budget shortfalls to new bike lanes to strained city services; however, housing is one of the biggest issues voters will be tackling. The corporate purchase of homes in Glendale, and throughout California and the nation, has been reported in various media outlets. It was […]
On Sunday, May 17 at approximately 10:25 p.m., officers with the Glendale Police Dept. responded to the 1100 block of Sonora Avenue regarding a reported structure fire involving a commercial building. The Glendale Fire Dept. responded to the scene with assistance from the Burbank Fire Dept. and Pasadena Fire Dept. Fire personnel initiated an immediate […]
By Ruth SOWBY The popular, free, family-friendly Burbank Fire & Police Service Day had something for everyone. Held at the Burbank headquarters on Saturday, May 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., there were station tours, vehicle and equipment displays, live demonstrations, such as “bystander CPR” in which community members provide CPR, according to Jessica […]
The La Crescenta Woman’s Club (LCWC) received awards this spring for its contributions to the community during the past year in areas such as advocating for children and the environment, civic engagement and outreach, and the club newsletter. The awards were from the San Gabriel Valley District of the General Federation of Woman’s Clubs. Three […]
Who’s Responsible For Reviewing Seller’s Disclosures Dear Phyllis, My daughter and son-in-law recently purchased a home in San Diego for nearly $3 million. The property includes a jacuzzi. They had both a general home inspection and a fireplace inspection, and since everything appeared to be in acceptable condition they didn’t request any concessions. Most of […]
Teleme, Squash & Onion Galette This is a great appetizer and a great way to utilize the excess squash from your garden. If you can’t find Teleme cheese, you can substitute Monterey Jack, mozzarella or provolone. Dough Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon sugar 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 to 4 […]
The YMCA of the Foothills announced the successful completion of its 2026 Annual Support Campaign, raising $178,000 to support critical programs and financial assistance for the community. This year’s campaign, themed Heart of the Foothills, highlighted the YMCA’s role as a central force in strengthening community connections and supporting individuals and families across the region. […]