LA County and state run testing sites are all open. Residents can make an appointment by visiting the County COVID-19 testing website. Same day appointments are available at state operated OptumServe sites. “We are committed to ensuring that testing is widely available to people who need them,” said Dr. Christina Ghaly, director of the Los […]
Ask Phyllis! What Is A Back-Up Offer? Dear Phyllis, I have been a faithful reader of your column since you wrote for the Glendale News Press. I appreciate the valuable service you provide to our community. I think it will be beneficial for you to share our experience with a back-up offer. We […]
The Los Angeles County Dept. of Public Health (Public Health) has confirmed 44 new deaths and 1,469 new cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The large increase in positive cases reflects a lag in reporting from one lab of over 500 positive cases. Twenty-seven people who died were over the age of 65; 15 people […]
Beginning Saturday, June 6, timed entry reservations are required for entrance to Eaton Canyon Natural Area and access to the trail system. Timed entry reservations are free and available online through the Los Angeles County Dept. of Parks and Recreation (LA County Parks). Reservations will help keep the Eaton Canyon trails from becoming overcrowded and […]
The Advanced Structural Heart Disease program at Adventist Health-Glendale continues to expand with the first two MitraClip surgeries in Glendale history. This cutting-edge interventional cardiology service reduces risk and speeds recovery for patients. Adventist Health-Glendale is one of just nine hospitals in the Los Angeles area to offer this minimally invasive procedure. Glendale Heart Institute […]
The Lanterman Historical Museum Foundation is inviting local high school students seeking summer internship opportunities to apply for its first-ever Virtual History Internship Program. This program, which will be conducted remotely, is a six-week internship for students in grades nine through 12 interested in local history and preserving their family’s stories. Interns will create oral […]
Montrose Bowl – ‘Bowl For Beauty’s Sake’ There was a lot of hype and hucksterism around the opening of the Montrose Bowl in 1940. Our local paper, The Ledger, dedicated an entire issue to its opening exactly 80 years ago. Many of the ads and articles are fascinating as time capsules of a different […]
Protests vs. Violence Protesting is fine but violent protesting over George Floyd is nonsensical and reprehensible. Did Target or any other store have anything to do with George’s death? Yes, the murder of George Floyd was wrong. But so is looting and fire bombing innocent businesses. Media and all politicians should loudly denounce the violence, […]
By Michael LEVITSKY The cancellation of spring athletics across the country this year left many graduating seniors feeling disappointed and unaccomplished. The final chapter of these student athletes’ careers were left unwritten as a result of the COVID-19 shutdown. Moving forward, sporting events will look different at the professional and amateur level. California Interscholastic Federation […]
A virtual camp is being offered to Cub Scouts between the ages of 5 and 10 years old. “Cyber Down on the Farm” day camp is from July 13 to July 17. There will be crafts, planting projects, skits, songs, guest speakers and fun. Everything needed to participate in day camp will be provided in […]