The County of Los Angeles Public Health has warned the public of the detection of flea-borne typhus. Though not spread from human to human, flea-borne typhus (sometimes called murine typhus) can spread to humans from bacteria found in infected fleas. Infection occurs when feces from infected fleas are rubbed into cuts or scrapes on the […]
Aug. 30 900 block of Town Center Drive in La Cañada Flintridge, an employee was viewing security footage at the store when she observed a silver Chrysler Sebring parked in front of the store and a suspect, described as a White male wearing a black shirt and blue jeans, exited the front passenger side of […]
The Glendale Police Dept. is investigating the theft of a wedding gift box during a celebration at a local banquet that contains approximately $60,000 in cash and checks. On Sunday, Aug. 31 at about 12:50 a.m., Glendale police officers responded to the Renaissance Banquet Hall at 1236 S. Central Ave. regarding the theft. Witnesses reported […]
By Mary O’KEEFE LA County Fire Dept. responded to the La Crescenta Library, 2809 Foothill Blvd. this afternoon, Sunday, due to a report of the smell of smoke. Firefighters responded and determined that the smell was probably coming from the air conditioner, but there was no fire. They conducted an investigation and found no threat […]
After a delayed reopening, the new track will be ready for use. By Mary O’KEEFE It has been a long time coming. The Crescenta Valley High School (CVHS) track and field, which was closed for repairs and to add stadium seating and lighting, will reopen to the public on Sept. 5. The track and field […]
By Julie BUTCHER “Whether you’re a Democrat or a Republican, you deserve a roof over your head,” Laura Friedman (D-Glendale) observed, explaining her efforts to garner bipartisan support for legislation that could help spur the building of more affordable housing. Glendale’s new representative to the U.S. Congress addressed the Glendale City Council meeting Tuesday night, […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Glendale city staff will be exploring a Request for Proposal to select a vendor in regard to allowing e-bikes and charging docks in the city. “The details as to requirements [like docks, geo-fencing and other issues] and types of mobility products, like e-scooters, e-bikes or [other vehicles], and [a] pilot phase are […]
The Demolition of an Icon As most of you know, I grew up in Sun Valley. My first job was at Universal Studios. I lied about my age (I was 15) so I could work over Easter break. If you remember, Universal Studios was only open during Christmas/winter break, Easter/spring break and the summer. My […]
By Mary O’KEEFE By now everyone has heard something about artificial intelligence – AI. After a talk on AI by Charly Shelton (full disclosure – he’s my son) from CVW and AIM Systems I started changing my attitude toward AI. Charly did a talk as part of the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce speaker series […]
Closed for Labor Day The offices of CV Weekly will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1 for the Labor Day holiday. The offices will reopen on Tuesday morning, Sept. 2 at 8:30 a.m. CVCA Meeting Tonight The Crescenta Valley Community Association will have its monthly meeting tonight, Aug. 28, this month in the community room […]