The City of Glendale announced the appointment of Jeff Brooks as the new fire chief for the Glendale Fire Dept., effective immediately. With over two decades of distinguished service, Brooks brings extensive experience, community commitment, and visionary leadership to the role. The city also announced the appointment of Scott Mellon as the new general manager […]
On Friday, June 27, Glendale Police Dept. dispatch received a non-emergency phone call at 9:12 p.m. The call was a BMW accident detection message and concerned a traffic incident with unspecified injuries in the 3700 block of Danny Street. The dispatch was notified that airbags had been deployed and a black BMW 8401 convertible was […]
June 30 Gould Avenue and Paulette Place in La Cañada Flintridge, deputies responded to a woman who reportedly had the side passenger mirror broken due to a road rage incident. According to the victim, as she was driving northbound on Gould Avenue when she noticed a 2023 Hyundai Tucson tailgating her. She believed the vehicle […]
A message was issued from Acting Captain Ryan A. Vienna of the Crescenta Valley Station: “A week ago, Monica Reza went missing while hiking near Mount Waterman in the Angeles National Forest. “An extraordinary search was initiated that involved not only involved our Los Angeles County Search and Rescue (SAR) teams, but numerous resources from […]
The Art of the Counter Offer Dear Phyllis, After years of reading your real estate advice, I have a question. My son and his wife recently made an offer on a condominium. It was very underpriced, and there was a total of 12 offers. The seller’s agent only responded to the three highest offers. When […]
updated July 23 Dec. 1, 1932 – June 19, 2025 Vivian Gertrude Beutell (Stall), 92, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 19 in Sylmar. Vivian was born on Dec. 1, 1932 to August and Gertrude Stall in San Antonio, Texas. Vivian was one of six siblings: Dorthy Funke, Sam Stall, Betsy Farmer, Leroy Stall and […]
On Tuesday, May 27, Glendale police officers responded to a burglary that occurred at Bidrussian Jewelry located at 1102½ S. Glendale Ave. Officers discovered that a hole had been cut through the roof of the business and an unknown amount of jewelry had been stolen. No suspects were in custody at the time. Following […]
By Ruth SOWBY Barely a month old, the Farmhouse has come to Descanso. The restaurant, offering a farm-to-table menu, is the newest dining experience for the community. Farmhouse features an indoor/outdoor bar crafted from fallen oak trees reclaimed from the Gardens. General Manager Jason Salmon estimates that more than 200 guests a day are visiting the Farmhouse. Chef […]
Staying Cool is Healthy Summer heat has been in the headlines across the nation, reminding us that very hot weather has a serious impact, including heat-related illnesses. Hospital emergency personnel see patients with mild dehydration to those experiencing serious organ damage, and worse. Hot weather can cause difficulty in the body’s ability to regulate its […]
By Ruth SOWBY North Hollywood’s The Comedy Chateau hosted comedian Tom Dreesen as part of its 4th Annual International Comedy Festival. On Thursday, June 26 the comic hosted a two-hour seminar, “The Joy of Standup & How to Get There.” Some 30 comics – veterans and newcomers, most from the nearby communities – attended. Introducing Dreesen was Comedy Chateau […]