By Mary O’KEEFE With the latest surge of COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations, medical staff at hospitals need the community’s support now more than ever. “We are in crisis mode currently,” said Donovan Stewart, associate chief nursing officer at Adventist Health Glendale. “The [Emergency Department] is at [maximum] capacity.” The ICU is also well over 100% […]
By Mary O’KEEFE CVW was contacted by readers who were concerned about the Los Angeles County Rent Relief Program. The concerns were based on communication issues between those who applied for the rent lottery and the County. The Rent Relief Program is administered by the Los Angeles County Development Authority. Those in need of assistance […]
And What A Year It Was Every year I get to help prepare the year in review, reading the 51 newspapers of the year and reliving some of the highs and, especially this year, the lows. Images pop into mind of the stories we covered, the situations that surrounded them and the challenges and joys […]
“Rain! Whose soft architectural hands have the power to cut stones and chisel to shapes of grandeur the very mountains.” ~ Henry Ward Beecher, 19th century clergyman, author, anti-slavery activist and social reformer At last! Real rain came pouring forth from Monday’s night sky and continued falling throughout Tuesday. Its fanfare was such that it […]
By Mary O’KEEFE “As human beings we do change, grow, adapt and perhaps even learn and become wiser” ~ Wendy Carlos, American composer This has been a school year for the record books. Adapting has been the key for everyone, but especially for school staff, parents and students. Virtual learning, not seeing friends and still […]
By Mary O’KEEFE CVW is reaching out to the public to get their questions answered about COVID-19. From the vaccine to unemployment, CVW will provide information that will hopefully lighten the confusion surrounding this pandemic. Many readers have contacted CVW with issues concerning the pandemic and how it affects their lives. Elected officials and medical […]
The Glendale City Council recently authorized the implementation of Artsakh Creative, a pilot retail accelerator program for the short-term rental of City-owned commercial tenant space. Selected businesses will be allowed to operate rent-free for a period of one to six months in the City-owned retail units at 117, 123, 127 and 131 North Artsakh Avenue. […]
Let’s be honest: this year stunk. Speaking for myself, the challenges placed a heavy burden on my heart making it hard to get into the Christmas spirit. Health issues, financial strains and an uncertain future kept my head spinning and my outlook somewhat bleak. I have shared with you that the staff here at CV […]
“O Star of Wonder, Star of Night” ~ “We Three Kings,” composer John Henry Hopkins Jr. Monday night was perfect for stargazing as a slight Santa Ana kept the sky clear. Like many we sought a location free from trees and other obstacles. We hitched up the camels and headed toward Deukmejian Wilderness Park. And, […]
Shortened Hours for Holidays The office of CV Weekly will be open only until 1 p.m. today, Thursday, Dec. 24 and Thursday, Dec. 31. It will be closed on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1, 2021. CVTC Transportation Meeting The next virtual meeting of the Streets & Transportation Committee of the CV Town Council is on […]