UPDATE
CV Weekly was prepared to present opinions of those who oppose or have concerns about the biogas project but did not get the needed information by press time.
Spooky Fun Returns this Halloween Season
corrected date as of Oct. 24 in bold below. From fighting pirates to collecting candy, this Halloween has something for everyone. By Robin GOLDSWORTHY The COVID-19 pandemic put a lot of Halloween fun on hold but the spooky holiday is back – and has plenty to offer! For those wanting an adventure, head to the […]
Mental Health Topic of CVTC Town Hall Meeting
By Mary O’KEEFE On Monday night the Crescenta Valley Town Council hosted a town hall meeting at the La Crescenta Library concerning mental health. A panel presented information and answered questions. It consisted of Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, Glendale Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Vivian Ekchian and James Coomes, LA County of Mental […]
City Council Approves Bike-Friendly Changes to La Crescenta Avenue
By Ruth SOWBY On Tuesday, Oct. 18 Glendale City Council members put on hold most of their agenda to jump to the action item of the day – bicycle facility options for the La Crescenta Avenue Rehabilitation Project. Caltrans estimates that the cost per freeway accident is $185,000. Granted, the cost would be much less […]
From the Desk of the Publisher <<< Robin Goldsworthy
Pretty Big Shoes On Wednesday last week we learned about the death of community advocate Jean Maluccio. It was hard to hear. I’ve known Jean over two decades and, to be honest, she at first scared me. She appeared to me as a “no nonsense” gal who I thought wouldn’t be entertained by my shenanigans. […]
Taking a Look Outside Our Window <<< Weather Watch
By Mary O’KEEFE To many Halloween means costumes, pumpkins and candy but the roots of Halloween can be found in the weather. Many modern Halloween traditions can be traced back to Samhain, the ancient Celtic New Year. Samhain means the end of summer and occurs at the end of October as the weather begins to […]
State of Glendale Schools Presented at Breakfast
By Mary O’KEEFE The 18th Annual State of the Schools Breakfast was held on Thursday, Oct. 13, at the Glendale Civic Auditorium. The event was sponsored by the Glendale Educational Foundation (GEF). It was a time to reflect on past achievements and how the Glendale Unified School District is moving forward. At the breakfast, the […]
In brief
New Planning Initiatives Los Angeles County Public Works and the cities of Glendale and La Cañada Flintridge announced a new planning initiative along Foothill Boulevard, between Lowell Avenue and Oak Grove Drive. Community input is urged as Los Angeles County Public Works explores active transportation improvements along the corridor, including new and upgraded bike lanes, […]
Assemblymember Friedman Honors Descanso Gardens
On Thursday, Oct. 13 Assemblymember Laura Friedman honored Descanso Gardens as Non-Profit of the Year in Assembly District 43. The organization was presented with a resolution and all staffers – a total of 68 employees – and 22 Descanso Gardens Guild board of trustees members received a certificate of recognition from the Assemblymember. “During the […]
GUSD Responds to GTA
By Mary O’KEEFE Last week CVW reported on a Glendale Teacher Association (GTA) demonstration at the offices of the Glendale Unified School District. The GUSD administration did not respond to questions by press time last week; however, below are their responses to questions asked by CVW concerning the negotiations with GTA. The teachers’ union has […]