Sheriff’s deputies responded to a call at Ace Hardware parking lot in the 3100 block of Foothill Boulevard in La Crescenta concerning a call from an informant who reported seeing individuals who appeared to have guns. Currently there is no threat to the public, according to CV Sheriff’s Station spokesperson. An informant reported that at […]
Fun is found along Honolulu during its annual Spooktacular event. By Robin GOLDSWORTHY For those looking for safe and sane fun this Halloween, Montrose is gearing up for its traditional Spooktacular event. From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Oct. 31, children can visit local merchants to get some sweet treats. Older kids (those 10 […]
By Julie BUTCHER “It costs $183 an hour to keep the [Pacific] pool open, based on the cost of electricity and three lifeguards paid $18-$25 an hour,” said Amers Goff, an occupational therapist who works with children with severe developmental disabilities who utilizes the pool for aquatic therapy, in detailing the benefits for children with […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Glendale Water and Power (GWP) has been holding in person and virtual community meetings regarding a proposed water rate hike across Glendale. Those from GWP are making the case as to why it needs this water rate increase. It is important to note that the rate hike has not been approved yet. […]
It Happened to Me I’m embarrassed to share that I was scammed. Apparently there is a scam going around called “party invite;” it was written up in Wired magazine back in September. I received (what I thought) was an invitation from a friend to a party on Oct. 31. Of course, that’s Halloween and I […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 are Samhain, or Samain. This is the end of summer and beginning of the winter festival that can trace its Irish/Celtic heritage back thousands of years. It is the foundation on which our present day Halloween rests. “Ancient Celts believed the boundary between the physical world and […]
By Ruth SOWBY The Crescenta Valley Lions ended the year strongly having its signature fundraiser Fall Into the Holidays boutique. The Lions Club has a storied history that stretches back to 1917. According to Wikipedia, Lions Clubs International is an international service organization that boasts over 46,000 local clubs and more than 1.4 million members (including […]
Daylight Saving Time Comes to an End Daylight Saving Time officially ends on Sunday, Nov. 1 at 2 a.m. Turn clocks back one hour before heading to bed Saturday night. ‘Coroner to the Stars’ Screening The film “Coroner to the Stars” will be shown tonight, Thursday, Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m. at Sadler Hall on the […]
By Mary O’KEEFE There are four people running for three seats on the Crescenta Valley Water District board of directors. They are [as they appear on the ballot] Alec Hyeler, Jeffery W. Johnson – incumbent, Carla D. Dillion and James Bodnar – incumbent. CVW reached out to all four candidates. Two of them responded last […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Although October has been designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the fact is every month, week and day women, and men, should be aware of breast cancer and proactive in protecting their health. CVW have heard stories from a number of women who have had mammograms and ultrasounds during their annual checkups […]