Atrial fibrillation – a quivering or irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) – is a leading contributor to stroke, heart failure, and other heart-related complications. The stakes are significant: medical research shows that AFib carries a five-fold increase in the risk of stroke. In recognition of AFib Awareness Month in September, Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital wants community […]
Scratch Less, Live Better: Treating Itchy Pets Did you know that one flea bite can make your pet itchy for weeks? Unless your pet is properly treated for fleas it probably has them. I thought my indoor cat wouldn’t get fleas but I was wrong. Baths kill fleas on your pet but have no lasting […]
Crafting for Connection is a free community-centered, intergenerational arts and crafts program aiming to connect local senior citizens and teens through creativity. With no art experience necessary, senior citizens and teens are invited to participate in arts and crafts activities specifically designed to encourage conversation, interaction and meaningful connection. During monthly sessions held at the […]
By Ruth SOWBY “If laughter is the best medicine, then we’re the pharmacy,” so said Comic Cure Creative Director Richy Leis who wants to help blossoming comics develop their stand-up comedy skills and debut at Pasadena’s Ice House after five weeks of classes in Glendale. Veteran comic and “Last Comic Standing” star Martin Morrow […]
The YMCA of the Foothills donated $1,000 to the Verdugo Hills High School Academy of Advanced Studies to enhance educational opportunities for students. The contribution will support the purchase of new books and academic resources, college writing workshops and other enrichment opportunities designed to prepare students for success in college and beyond. The donation was […]
The Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge will launch its 2026–27 performing arts series CCLCF Presents on Sept. 19 at 7 p.m. with an intimate evening of live jazz featuring Los Angeles-based drummer, composer and bandleader Anthony Fung. A Thelonious Monk Institute alumnus, Fung has performed and studied alongside jazz legends including Herbie Hancock and […]
By Ruth SOWBY There’s a new ice cream social in town. Don’t worry – you didn’t miss a thing on Sunday, Aug. 16 – unless you were a dog, that is. Dozens of dogs were lined up with their owners to sample free doggie ice cream at Andersen’s Pet Shop in Montrose. What did the dogs […]
Why Your Pet Can’t Stop Scratching Allergy season is here. Your nose is running, your throat and ears itch. Pets suffer from allergies, too. Allergies are when the immune system overreacts to normal things in the environment called allergens. Allergens include plant pollens, dust, mold spores, insect bites and certain foods. When exposed, a pet’s […]
Lauren Park of La Crescenta graduated in August 2026 from Pacific University in Oregon with a Master of Science degree in physician associate studies. Founded in 1849, Pacific University is Washington County, Oregon’s only comprehensive university, offering over 50 undergraduate majors and 28 graduate and professional degrees. Pacific inspires its 3,400 students to think, care, […]
Unfortunately, this is the last recipe from Chef Randy. We hope you have enjoyed his recipes. Pickled Red Onions This is one of my favorite recipes. Using red onions, these slightly sweet onions turn a deep, rich red color and look beautiful in a jar in the fridge. They also look amazing when brought to […]
