Tragedy in Boston and the death of civic leader subdue proceedings. By Ted AYALA The ceremony that marks the inauguration of newly elected public officials to the city is often a moment for jubilation. But Monday’s ceremony in many respects proved to be one touched by sorrow and loss, both personal and on a broader […]
By Brandon HENSLEY Glendale Unified School District said goodbye to outgoing board member Joylene Wagner during its Monday meeting in downtown Glendale and swore in three members who were voted in during the April 2 elections. Incumbents Greg Krikorian and Christine Walters took their oath once again from city clerk Ardy Kassakhian as well as […]
By Mary O’KEEFE The first Welcome Home, Vietnam Veterans ceremony was held Saturday morning at the corner of Honolulu Avenue and Ocean View Boulevard in Montrose. The location is particularly significant because the site is the first city-sponsored Vietnam memorial in the nation, dedicated in 1968. “[Vietnam] veterans came home and no one said ‘thank […]
Last Year’s Arbor Day Celebration
At about 12:20 p.m this afternoon a suspect entered Arianna Pharmacy in the 3600 block of Verdugo Boulevard and robbed an employee at gunpoint. The suspect was able to leave the location with stolen narcotics. He fled northbound on Verdugo Boulevard in a dark colored vehicle, possibly a Toyota Camry or Lexus. The suspect is […]
Today, Rep. Adam Schiff, the lead sponsor of the Armenian Genocide resolution in Congress, called on President Barack Obama to finally recognize the Armenian Genocide on April 24th. Each year, Obama has issued a statement marking the anniversary of the start of first genocide of the 20th Century, but has consistently failed to properly refer to […]
Utility fraud calls and visits can be convincing. Don’t fall victim to these types of scams. Know GWP’s procedures. If you have a suspicion always call GWP (818) 548-3300. Your safety and security is our priority. Receiving Fraud Calls for Unpaid bills: Glendale Water & Power impersonators may use “spoofing software” that lets them […]
Caltrans workers and the California Highway Patrol will be out in force today on highways throughout the state, installing “Move Over” signs intended to help save lives and increase safety for motorists, highway workers, CHP officers, and other law enforcement and first responders. Highway construction and maintenance work is one of the […]
In the wake of the Boston Marathon bombing, Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has heightened security and additional inspection of the MTA bus and rail system. “This senseless terrorist bombing that has claimed lives and injured many serves as a reminder to everyone to maintain a vigilant and dedicated security presence on our bus and rail systems,” said Chairman Michael Antonovich. “MTA […]