Understanding the Gubernatorial Recall

Understanding the Gubernatorial Recall

By Justin HAGER Californians should expect to see a flurry of activity as the campaign to recall Governor Gavin Newsom heats up. Ballots will begin to be mailed to voters less than two weeks from now and advocates on all sides of the recall effort kicked into high gear this week after last week’s LA […]

In brief

CV Chamber Hosting Mixer The Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting its first mixer of the year. The networking event takes place tonight, Thursday, Aug. 5 at 6 p.m. at Alissa’s Ocean View Bar and Grill, 3826 Ocean View Blvd. in Montrose. There will be a members-only drawing (members must be present to win), […]

Weather in the Foothills <<< Sue Kilpatrick

Across the entire planet twice a day at midnight and noon (in Greenwich, England), weather meteorologists launch weather balloons to sample the global atmosphere. In our neck of the woods, the NWS WFO (National Weather Service, Weather Forecast Office) in Reno, Nevada launches weather balloons and radiosondes (a small instrument package hung from balloon) at […]

Schiff Honors Women of the Year from 28th Congressional District

On Sunday, Rep. Adam Schiff honored inspiring women from communities in California’s 28th Congressional District. “Every year, we honor women across the 28th Congressional District who make a positive impact on the lives of their neighbors and improve and enrich our community,” said Rep. Schiff. “Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, we have witnessed the unimaginable burden shouldered […]

From the Desk of the Publisher <<< Robin Goldsworthy

A Certified Freak As many of you know, I am a disco diva. I was raised by a mom who loved to jitterbug and taught me how to shimmy my way across a dance floor. Consequently, I was well-prepared when the disco craze of the ’70s hit the social scene. I frequented a club in […]

Spiritually Speaking

Question: My neighbor and I are widows. We each have two adult children. Almost every evening we have dinner together, either at my home or hers. We watch a little television or discuss books we have been reading. Last evening, I found her in tears. She hadn’t heard from her children in about six weeks […]

‘Knott’s Bear-y Tales: Return to the Fair’

‘Knott’s Bear-y Tales: Return to the Fair’

By Charly SHELTON As we enter the last leg of the summer, it’s time to plan those last few theme park reservations before school starts up again. If you haven’t been down to Knott’s Berry Farm yet this summer, it is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a special look to the history that made them. […]

Make Your Own Pizza Raises Funds for CVIM

Make Your Own Pizza Raises Funds for CVIM

La Crescenta resident Katherine Rands enjoys a make your own pizza at La Cañada’s Blaze Pizza’s “dine out.” The proceeds from the July 27 event will help support the instrumental music program at CV High School.    https://www.restaurantji.com/ca/la-ca%C3%B1ada-flintridge/blaze-pizza-/ Photo by Ruth SOWBY

USC Verdugo Hills Hospital

Women Providers, Women Patients Men and women are built differently and can have different health care needs and concerns. For example, many autoimmune diseases are more common among women than men, and women are more likely to develop osteoporosis. Abdominal aortic aneurysms effect far more men than women and color blindness is widespread among men […]

ALG Hosts Christmas in August

ALG Hosts Christmas in August

Ornaments * Accessories * Books * Jewelry * Silverware * Crystal Craft Supplies * Holiday Clothing * Baskets * Pictures * Fabric A building full of Christmas excitement can be found on Thursday, Friday and Saturday on Aug. 5, Aug. 6 and Aug. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Assistance League of […]