Accident Diverts Traffic

A traffic accident involving a big rig on the Angeles Crest Highway has traffic diverted from the Palmdale area to where the Angeles National Forest and Angeles Crest highways meet. The gate at the bottom of the Angeles Crest Highway has been closed. The accident occurred at 4:32 p.m. No injuries have been reported, according […]

Rep. Schiff to Host Forum to Combat Identity Theft

On Monday, Aug. 4, Rep. Adam Schiff will host an identity theft forum at the Los Angeles Zoo Witherbee Auditorium at 7 p.m. Identity theft – when someone steals personal information and uses it without permission – is one of the most common threats faced by consumers, especially seniors. This crime can wreak havoc with personal finances, credit […]

Eaton Canyon Upper Waterfall Area to Close

Forest Service officials will close the Eaton Canyon Upper Falls beginning Friday, Aug 1. This health and safety closure of the area surrounding the Upper Waterfall only applies to Forest Service lands. Access will still remain open to the Lower Falls. In recent years, there have been a number of rescues, injuries and deaths associated […]

Temp Water Shutoff for CVWD Customers

On July 30 and July 31, Crescenta Valley Water District will be repairing a 12-inch water main line at the northeast corner of Montrose and Verdugo. These repairs will require a temporary water shutdown. To accommodate surrounding residents and businesses, the work will be conducted between the hours of 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. on […]

Cooling Stations Open this Weekend

Due to this weekend’s forecasted heat, Community Services and Parks Department will be opening its community centers to serve as cooling stations for seniors in addition to regularly scheduled programming. The City of Glendale is highly encouraging seniors, who do not have a cool place to be during the hottest time of the day, to […]

Silent Movie Era Celebrated at Two Strike Park

Silent Movie Era Celebrated at Two Strike Park

The La Crescenta park will do duty as a movie house when Joe Rinaudo sets up shop on Saturday night. By Isiah REYES The Historical Society of Crescenta Valley invites the community to enjoy a night of silent movie shorts shown through an original hand-cranked projector on July 26 at Two Strike Park in La […]

Donations, Volunteers Needed for Crescenta Commons Project

Donations, Volunteers Needed for Crescenta Commons Project

  By Mary O’KEEFE Community members will notice some activity on the corner of Rosemont and Orange avenues. This area known as Crescenta Commons is getting ready for some big changes. Several years ago the issue of what to do with this vacant piece of land just east of Monte Vista Elementary School was discussed […]

Plenty to Do at Glendale Cruise Night

By Isiah REYES Visitors of all ages enjoyed the display of about 285 classic pre-1979 cars on Brand Boulevard during the 21st Annual Glendale Cruise Night on July 19. The free event is one of Southern California’s most popular car shows, this year attracting an estimated 50,000 visitors. Select sponsors of the event each awarded […]

IN Brief

CVCA to Host Edwards The Crescenta Valley Community Association meeting on Thursday, July 24 will feature Jan Edwards, head of Glendale Building & Safety. It starts at 7 p.m. in the La Crescenta Library, 2809 Foothill Blvd., at La Crescenta Avenue. Park in the upper lot accessed from La Crescenta Avenue. For more information, email […]

Weed Abatement at Deukmejian Vineyard

Weed Abatement at Deukmejian Vineyard

By Marissa GOULD, intern Deukmejian Wilderness Park on Markridge Road in La Crescenta is a favorite spot for hikers, nature lovers and even gardeners. Whether traversing the 700-plus acres of trails or spending some quiet time in the amphitheatre near the historic stone barn, Deukmejian offers something for every type of outdoor lover. But visitors […]