Crime comes in many different forms – burglary, robbery, theft, cyber crime. But many of us do not know where to start when it comes to decisions about how best to guard our personal safety, the safety of our homes and families, or even our bank accounts, computers and more. On March 24 from 9:30 […]
By Julie BUTCHER On March 8, opponents of the legislation known by many as the “4 a.m. bar bill,” which would begin a five-year pilot allowing six California cities to extend bar hours past 2 a.m., held a town hall panel discussion in Hollywood Presbyterian Church’s Mears Center Auditorium. The event was coordinated by the […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Robotics clubs around the world are getting ready for the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition in Science and Technology) competitions. Each year, FIRST challenges kids of all ages with a variety of programs, including LEGO leagues, tech challenges and the robotics competition. It is the competition that brought high school robotics teams […]
The Good, the Bad and The Ugly Let’s start with The Bad. A local resident started a Facebook site specifically for the La Crescenta area. It was started with the hopes that it would serve as a “friendly, community ‘virtual neighborhood watch.’ We hoped it would alert neighbors to any threats, provide information on upcoming […]
“Tis evening, and the round red sun sinks slowly in the west, The flowers fold their petals up, the birds fly to their nest …” – G.T. Lanigan, c.1883 “Dogs wait hopefully at the door, thinking a walk would be the best.” – Sue Kilpatrick Last weekend, in the midst of rain showers, our […]
By Mary O’KEEFE It began at about 2:45 p.m. on Saturday when three suspects entered Bhindi Jewelers in the Glendale Galleria and attempted a smash-and-grab robbery. It was then that a security guard hired by Bhindi surprised the suspects and fired two shots. The shots startled many in the mall who immediately assumed there was […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Two recent community meetings highlighted how law enforcement was working with other agencies and the community to help combat burglaries and other crimes in the area. The first meeting took place on Feb. 28 and was held at the La Crescenta Library. It was led by members of the Crescenta Valley Town […]
EDIT: Number of suspects in custody updated from three to one. An attempted robbery occurred today Saturday at Bhindi Jewelers in the Glendale Galleria at approximately 2:47 p.m. The suspects attempted a “smash and grab” type robbery according to Sgt. Dan Suttles, Glendale Police Dept. A security guard surprised the suspects and fired one […]
A La Cañada High School student was arrested on Tuesday by LASD for making criminal threats against the high school. Sgt. Chu, LASD-CV Station, confirmed that the arrest was made and there was enough concern to take the student into custody.
The MSPA is preparing for its Spring Wine Walk that showcases the fine establishments in Montrose – and what they’re pouring. By Charly SHELTON It’s that time of year again – time for wine, hors d’oeuvres and shopping in the local businesses in Montrose. That’s right, it’s time for the Montrose Spring Wine Walk, coming […]