Weather in the Foothills

“On cable TV they have a weather channel – 24 hours of weather. We had something like that where I grew up. We called it a window.”                                       ~ Dan Spencer, Author A step outdoors or a glance out the window hints at spring. Warm, but pleasant, temperatures, clear blue skies with to-the ocean visibility, […]

New Faces on STNC

By Michael J. ARVIZU Sunland and Tujunga residents turned out en masse Saturday to elect a new Sunland-Tujunga Neighborhood Council to replace what many say is an assembly that has conducted little to no work, failed to address community issues, and has lacked in luring new businesses to the area. Approximately 671 ballots were cast […]

Five Candidates Qualify for June Special Election

Glendale’s City Clerk announced that five candidates qualified for the ballot in the upcoming June 3 Special Municipal Election. Seven individuals had expressed interest in running but only five submitted papers to qualify. The city clerk’s office confirmed that all five candidates who returned their papers had the requisite 100 signatures from registered Glendale voters […]

Construction of Crescenta Commons Begins

By Nahreen TARZI After three and a half years, the construction of Crescenta Commons finally began on March 9 under the leadership of Rhys Teff, a local Life Scout heading the project. “It has taken a long time to get through the county, to let us do something here with our plans,” said Teff. Teff […]

GUSD – GTA Reach Tentative Agreement

The Glendale Teachers Association and the Glendale Unified School District announced that a tentative agreement has been reached for the 2012-13 and 2013-14 school years. There was also agreement on the 2014-15, 2015-16, and 2016-17 school calendars. This agreement will provide a 3% increase to the certificated salary schedules retroactive to July 1, 2013 for […]

Accident Leads to Bee Attack

By Mary O’KEEFE On Sunday a car accident that appeared to be minor turned into a major situation with the two drivers running literally for their lives. About 3 p.m., two vehicles collided at the intersection of La Forest Drive and Los Amigos Street. The two parties, a 51-year-old woman and a 17-year-old girl, got […]

IN Brief

Rosemont Preserve News On Sunday, March 16, there is an “open gate” event at the Rosemont Preserve that offers a chance to visit the preserve and wander the trail at the visitor’s own pace, enjoying the tranquil setting, the wildlife and the natural beauty. The gate will be open from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., […]

Improvements Coming to Verdugo and Honolulu

By Ted AYALA Drivers traveling through the intersection of Verdugo Boulevard and Honolulu Avenue had soon better allow a little extra time for their commute. City of Glendale Public Works is breaking ground on a street improvement project that will give a facelift to the intersection. According to the agency’s director, Steve Zurn, the improvements […]

No Grumpiness Here – Johnny Blood is Ready for Any Challenge

Whether on the drums or a service project, this CV youth has a willingness to help and a “can-do” attitude. By Isiah REYES For the past nine years, Crescenta Valley High School senior John Blood has been drumming a steady rhythm into the hearts of everyone who has had the pleasure to hear him play. […]

Services Planned for Officer

Memorial services are being held today, Thursday, March 13 at 9 a.m. at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, 555 W. Temple St. in Los Angeles to honor LAPD Officer Nicholas Lee who was killed in a tragic traffic collision on Friday, March 7. The memorial service will be held inside the cathedral […]