The Kiwanis Club of La Cañada announced nominations are now open for La Cañadan of the Year. The public is encouraged to submit the name of an individual, or a couple, who has provided exemplary service to the La Cañada Flintridge and foothill neighborhoods. Since 1951, the prestigious award has been presented to those who […]
Andrew Odom of Glendale and Andrew Kim of La Cañada Flintridge earned placement on the Bucknell University dean’s list for outstanding academic achievement during the fall semester of the 2021-22 academic year. A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to receive dean’s list recognition. ______________________ […]
The Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station participated in the annual Battle of the Badges blood drive on Jan. 19. Benefitting the American Red Cross, the event was better than ever. “All the [appointment] slots were filled before the day of the event,” said Dep. Mariann Martin of the CV Sheriff’s Station, who added that she is […]
Let’s Partner for Healthy Aging in 2022 As the new year gets underway, being in good health largely remains on many minds. Prevention is the mantra of the day with people reflecting on vaccines, good nutrition, quality sleep and opportunities for activities and movement. To a lesser degree, we focus and ask ourselves, “How well […]
Nearly 400 design enthusiasts, patrons and members of the Showcase House for the Arts toured through the Oaklawn Manor as part of the Empty House unveiling held on Friday night. The annual tradition celebrates the night before designers begin their work transforming a mansion that will debut as the Pasadena Showcase House of Design. For […]
The Navigage Foundation presents a check to the USC Verdugo Hills Hospital Community Resource Center for Aging for the expansion of its services in the foothill communities. From left are Susan Carr, CRCA advisory committee chair, Dr. Adria Navarro, CRCA program manager, Deborah Weirick USC VHH director of Community and Donor Relations and Navigage Foundation […]
Good News for Homeless Vets Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on Dec. 24 donated 25 tiny homes to homeless veterans in the Veteran Affairs complex in West Los Angeles. Schwarzenegger coordinated with Village for Vets, a nonprofit dedicated to providing food and shelter to homeless and at-risk veterans as well as Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis […]
Though customers of Mailbox Toluca Lake expect to see countless mailboxes, greeting cards and typical postal service products, like FedEx, they might be surprised to also see remedies for ailments affecting the throat. Mailbox Toluca Lake owner Jonathan Kramer, known informally as “Doctor Voice” to the superstars, has been helping his clientele battle laryngitis, hoarseness […]
Are You at Risk for Gastric Cancer? As we age, our cancer risk factors change. But age isn’t the only factor that determines your risk for gastric cancer. Age, sex, diet and family history can impact your risk. While it is true that men are at slightly higher risk than women to develop some form […]
The La Crescenta Woman’s Club meets on Saturday mornings at 9 a.m. to walk Descanso Gardens. The Club welcomes potential new members to join them on Saturday mornings for a little exercise and a lot of “chit chat.” Those interested can leave a message on the clubhouse phone (818) 957-9806; also check out the website […]