By Mary O’KEEFE La Cañada Flintridge’s “Scissored Wizard” really was a cut above the rest as it won the Fantasy Trophy at the 121st Tournament of Roses Parade. All traffic headed to Pasadena this morning as thousands of people lined Colorado Boulevard for a chance to see how cut flowers come to life again with […]
2009 was a good year. Here’s a look back at it through some of the best stories covered in the podcast. To view on the web, click here. To view and download on iTunes, click here.
When Christmas came around I knew exactly what my mom was going to bake. She made Greek Christmas cookies, or as I knew them, melo-ma-karona, our house felt special. With a little bit of effort, this recipe is delicious. Anna Loutsos Ingredients: 2cups vegetable oil 1cup sugar 1cup orange juice 1tbls. Orange rind shavings ¼ […]
By Shana LiVIGNI The La Crescenta Valley Republican Women Federation Christmas holiday luncheon and installation was held on Dec. 11 at the Athenaeum Fireside Room at Caltech in Pasadena. Special guest speaker was former director of the Reagan Ranch, Clark Vandeventer. He is a husband, a father and a social entrepreneur who wears many hats. […]
By Hyung Seok LEE CV Weekly Intern The Crescenta Valley certainly doesn’t suffer a lack of holiday spirit as is evident with the many light displays throughout the area. However, among all the houses in the Crescenta Valley, one house stands out. Walking by 3500 Santa Carlotta Ave., the Richards family home features a spectacular […]
Universal Studios Who-lywood is celebrating Grinchmas this season with the Grinch, his dog Max, and Cindy Lou Who. Events include celebrity story readings, a nightly tree lighting, and a blanket of fresh snow. Reporter Charly Shelton went to the opening ceremonies. To view on the web, click here. To view and download on iTunes, click […]
By Theresa Delzer of La Crescenta It’s a good way to use left over turkey and chicken. It’s very good and easy to put together. INGREDIENTS 4 cups cooked chicken (cubed or cut up) 1-8oz creamed cheese (softened) 4 tbsp milk 1 can cream of chicken soup 2 tbsp green onions (tops) 2 tbsp pimentos […]
Courtesy of the Anderson Family. With the arrival of the holiday season comes creative decorations and house displays. One of these is located at 3785 Cloud Ave. (cross street of Honolulu). The Anderson family installed a light display that is fully animated to music. The music accompanying the display can be found on radio station […]
VHH HOSTING BLOOD DRIVE Verdugo Hills Hospital (VHH) will hold a community blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, Thursday, Dec. 17 in the Hospital’s Council Room, located on the fourth floor. Before donating, blood donors must be in good health; be at least 17 years of age; bring photo I.D., weigh at least […]