Repurposing Rockhaven

Repurposing Rockhaven

By Samantha SLAYBACK Montrose once housed a sanitarium known as Rockhaven, run by women for women with mild mental and nervous disorders. Founded in 1923, Rockhaven closed in 2006 and supporters of the property are now looking to repurpose the site. In 2008, the Rockhaven property was purchased by the City of Glendale. Many had […]

CRIME BLOTTER

Sept. 13 600 block of Foothill Boulevard in La Cañada, a woman put her purse, iPhone and personal items on a grand piano in Burcham Hall at La Cañada Presbyterian Church. She returned a few minutes later and found her purse and other items stolen. The incident occurred at 3:15 p.m. Sept. 11 2600 block […]

Bill to Knock Drones Out Of Fire Zones Passes Legislature, Awaits Governor’s Signature

Assemblyman Mike Gatto and Senator Ted Gaines announced the passage of SB 168, legislation which would protect forests, property and the lives of citizens, firefighters and emergency personnel from drone interference, passed the legislature and is now headed to the Governor.

             Senate Bill 168 will increase fines for drone use that interferes with firefighting and emergency […]

UPDATE 3:52p.m.–Confrontation in Front of CVHS

Crescenta Valley High School Principal Linda Junge has released an all call to parents concerning the arrest that occurred in front of CVHS this afternoon. In her call Junge stated, because of the fire and sheriff activity she wanted to assure parents that CVHS is a safe place and that none of the students, staff […]

Glendale Firefighters Rescue Lost Hiker

On Saturday,  at 11:40 a.m., 5 Glendale Fire Department resources (1 Battalion Chief command team, 2 Engine companies, 1 Truck company, 1 Urban Search and Rescue company, and 1 Basic Life Support ambulance) responded to a mountain rescue at Brand Park in the city of Glendale. Units arrived on scene and began a two-hour hike […]

Stand Off in La Tuna Canyon

Stand Off in La Tuna Canyon

A “contained” stand-off in La Tuna Canyon has prompted Los Angeles Police Dept. to close several streets in the area, according to LAPD spokesman. The suspect is not yet in custody but the LAPD Foothill Division stated there was no danger to residents. The closures include: La Tuna Canyon exit off the Foothill (210) freeway. […]

Rep. Adam Schiff Votes to Support Iran Deal

On Friday, Sept. 11 , Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA), the Ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) released the following statement after voting for the resolution of approval: “I voted today to support the Iran deal negotiated by the Administration and the representatives of the other P5+1 nations – a deal […]

Increased Gas Taxes and Vehicle Fees Unlikely

By Jason KUROSU A proposal that would raise state gas taxes and charge a vehicle fee to California drivers is unlikely to pass before legislative sessions end this Friday. Gov. Brown’s proposal would provide $3.6 billion annually for rehabbing roadways with a 6-cent gas tax increase and an 11-cent diesel tax increase. A $65 annual […]