Crime blotter

Jan. 15 4500 block of Raymond Avenue in La Crescenta, a bicycle was stolen from underneath a tree in the parking lot at the location between 4:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. Jan. 14 500 block of Palmerstone Drive in La Cañada Flintridge, a purse and personal items were stolen and the interior of a vehicle […]

At-Home COVID Tests Ready to Order

People can start ordering free at-home coronavirus test kits a day earlier than expected. Originally the Biden Administration had said the test would be available tomorrow, Wednesday, but the site is now open for orders. Visit COVIDtest.gov and order the free at-home tests. Each household order will contain four rapid tests and should be received […]

Update on Attack at CV Skate Park; Public’s Help Still Sought

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Special Victim’s Unit continue to ask for the public’s help in identifying the man who sexually assaulted a juvenile female at the Crescenta Valley Skate Park, at Crescenta Valley Park. The assault occurred at 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 12 near the skate park bathrooms. The skate park normally has several […]

Luncheon Recognizes Youth Supporters

Luncheon Recognizes Youth Supporters

Local organizations lauded by Glendale Rotary Noon Club, given financial support. By Mary O’KEEFE At a luncheon last week the Glendale Rotary Noon Club made presentations to various organizations that support the youth of the community. Their generous contributions were especially appreciated this year because, across the board, non-profit organizations have faced a lack of […]

Winning Holiday Decorations Showcased

Winning Holiday Decorations Showcased

The Crescenta Valley traditionally embraces the holiday season in a big way. From its annual Christmas parade to lavish decorations, the love of the season is not hard to find. However, due to COVID-19, the parade was canceled in 2020 and 2021 and some holiday parties were canceled as well. Would holiday displays also be […]

Dog Park, COVID Discussed at Council Meeting

By Julie BUTCHER After a holiday hiatus, the Glendale City Council started its Tuesday evening meeting hearing a COVID-19 update from Glendale Memorial Hospital’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. William Wang. He noted that two years into this pandemic the country is experiencing the fifth wave of the virus. Glendale hospitals report 51 COVID patients per […]

In brief

Rosemont Preserve Open Gate Morning An “open gate” event is taking place at the Rosemont Preserve on Sunday morning, Jan. 16. This is a chance for residents to visit the Preserve and wander the trail at their own pace and enjoy the tranquil setting, the wildlife and the natural beauty. Recent rains will help identify animal tracks and […]

GUSD Returns to Campus with Safety as Top Priority

GUSD Returns to Campus with Safety as Top Priority

By Bethany BROWN Glendale Unified School District students, staff and administrators returned to school campuses on Monday, Jan. 10 following winter break. They were greeted with newly implemented safety protocols resulting from the rapid spreading of the highly transmissible omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus. All students and employees were required to receive a negative […]

Newsom Introduces $286 Billion Budget Plan

By Justin HAGER After surviving a recall challenge just three months ago, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he was optimistic about the future as he unveiled a $286 billion budget proposal on Monday. While the plan is massive, about 9% bigger than last year’s record state spending proposal, it includes a surplus projected to be […]

Weather in the Foothills <<< Sue Kilpatrick

I think we are bound to, and by, nature. We may want to deny this connection and try to believe we control the external world, but every time there’s a snowstorm or drought, we know our fate is tied to the world around us. Alice Hofmann – American, author of children & adult books Without […]