The annual tree lot is officially open, bringing festive cheer and community spirit to the Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA, 1930 Foothill Blvd. In partnership with J’s Maintenance and proud sponsors Gomez Landscaping, Kiwanis Club of La Cañada and Red Sea Tile & Stone, Inc., this year’s tree lot promises an unforgettable holiday experience for all. Buyers will step into a winter wonderland and […]
By Ruth SOWBY Through the Decades was the theme of this year’s 50th Annual Big Strike Auction that hosted Scouts and supporters at Castaway Burbank restaurant on Friday, Nov. 14. Scouting America – Verdugo Hills Council struck gold as proceeds climbed to reaching the evening’s $65,000 fundraising goal. Some 100 guests and supporters enjoyed dinner, live and silent […]
Adria Navarro, PhD Program Manager USC Verdugo Hills Hospital Community Resource Center for Aging Did you know that November 2025 has offered up a national observance to honor the millions of unpaid caregivers across the country? The term “family caregiver” describes individuals who provide essential care to members of their family of origin, as well as […]
Keck Hospital of USC and USC Verdugo Hills Hospital (USC-VHH) each earned a Fall 2025 “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national non-profit focused on patient safety. The hospitals are part of Keck Medicine of USC, the University of Southern California’s health system. “This is the first time the health system […]
By Ruth SOWBY “Back in 2013, I had a dream – to create a sanctuary where women could press pause on the chaos, silence the noise and finally … just Be,” said certified clinical hypnotherapist Liza Boubari. That “sanctuary” was found at Glendale’s Embassy Suites. Some150 women gathered to “reignite their spark and remember their worth,” according […]
Many homes and businesses in the Crescenta Valley have service provided by the Crescenta Valley Water District (CVWD). Long considered a neighborhood resource, CVWD takes very seriously its role of providing water and related services to the Crescenta Valley and works hard to keep customer costs as low as possible. “In FY 2024-25, CVWD imported […]
Assistance League of Glendale visited Dunsmore Elementary School on Monday, Nov. 10 to bring the Authors and Illustrators (A&I) program. The Assistance League hires the author and/or illustrator to visit the classrooms to encourage students to read, write and create pictures. Visiting authors were Molly Ruttan who presented her book “Something Wild” for the kindergartens. […]
Crescenta Valley Insurance announced the addition of Michael Magnuson as the newest member of its insurance team. Magnuson is a licensed property & casualty insurance agent with a strong record of developing customized solutions for individuals, families and businesses. ________________________________ Sarah Dea of La Cañada Flintridge earned a spot on the Dean’s List for the […]
Grilled Peach, Brie and Basil Sandwich This simple and tasty sandwich will help you get into the groove of outdoor grilling. Give this grilled peach, brie and basil sandwich a try this weekend. Makes 1 sandwich. Ingredients: ½ peach Extra-virgin olive oil (for brushing the peach prior to grilling) 2 slices fresh whole-grain bread 2 […]
Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center (GMHHC) has been recognized by Healthgrades, ranking five-star ratings in three specialties, including the 2026 Coronary Intervention Excellence Award. These distinctions, based on rigorous, third-party evaluations of patient outcomes and safety data, provide the community with transparent insights into GMHHC’s consistent delivery of high-quality hospital care. “Our hospital’s distinguished […]