USC-VHH Reports First Positive Case of COVID-19

USC Verdugo Hills Hospital has confirmed that it has admitted its first patient who tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. “From the moment the patient came to the hospital, our staff followed protocol to ensure their safety and the safety of their colleagues and other patients,” said CEO Keith Hobbs in a memo to hospital […]

BREAKING: GUSD School Closures

Glendale Unified School District has just released a statement from the Superintendent of Schools, Vivian Ekchian regarding the COVID-19 related school closures. Find it below in its entirety. Dear Glendale Unified Students, Staff, Families, and Community: The Board of Education and our district leadership are committed to ensuring the health and safety of our entire […]

2020 Scholarship Awards

The California Credit Union invites college-bound students in Los Angeles County to submit an application for its annual College Scholarship Program. Through the program, California Credit Union provides $20,000 in scholarships annually to recognize students who are motivated in their academic studies and active in their schools and communities, giving back to others through service […]

Lidar to Compete in Distinguished Young Women of Los Angeles County

Nina Lidar of La Cañada High School was among high school junior girls from across Los Angeles County who will gather in North Hills for the Distinguished Young Women of Los Angeles County program on Saturday, March 21 at Sepulveda Middle School. Participants will compete for college scholarships and the opportunity to represent Los Angeles […]

Cancelations and Postponements Due to COVID-19 Precautions

By Mary O’KEEFE and Rachelle Miller     COVID-19 is affecting every aspect of everyday life in the country, LA County and locally. CVW will continue to update as information becomes available. The events that have been canceled or postponed at this time—Friday, March 13 at 12 p.m. include:     LA CRESCENTA/CRESCENTA VALLEY: March […]

Coronavirus Closes Earth, Effective Today

    By Charly SHELTON   Entertainment   After Gov. Gavin Newsom’s recommendation that public gatherings of over 250 people be cancelled, and then Mayor Eric Garcetti’s city-wide directive of limiting public visitors to no more than 50 people in any government owned property, the entertainment industry is being hit hard. All theme parks in […]

DUI Suspected in Collision

By Mary O’KEEFE Glendale police are investigating a vehicle collision that occurred on Monday at about 3 p.m. at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and Foothill Boulevard. A 53-year-old male driver was arrested on DUI [alcohol] charges. The man was driving southbound on Pennsylvania Avenue when he ran a red light, according to Sgt. Dan […]

Employee Struck, Killed by Vehicle at Car Wash

By Mary O’KEEFE A call came into the California Highway Patrol at 3:12 p.m. on Thursday concerning a pedestrian struck by a vehicle who was lying in the lane of traffic, according to CHP Officer Ramirez. According to Sgt. Thomas Brooks, a tan Mercury sedan had gone through the car wash unmanned and came to […]

Prayer Breakfast Highlights Unity of Purpose

By Mary O’KEEFE On Saturday, the 9th Annual Crescenta Valley Prayer Breakfast was held at St. Luke’s of the Mountains Episcopal Church. The event was organized by the CV Town Council along with members of local organizations. JoAnn Stupakis was the chair of the event. Dr. Linda Junge, principal of Crescenta Valley High School, was […]

Fundraiser Frenzy in the Crescenta Valley

Fundraiser Frenzy in the Crescenta Valley

Whether ready to try your luck at bingo or longing for the fashions of spring, upcoming events have something for everyone.   By Sabrina SHELTON Back in February, CV Weekly highlighted various bingo fundraisers in the area. For those who could not attend and support some of the community’s non-profit organizations, there is still hope. […]