By Mary O’KEEFE LASD-Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station are investigating an early morning robbery that occurred at 6 a.m. today at a home in the 2700 block of Mary Street. “A [female resident] woke up to someone rummaging through her closet,” said Lt. Mark Slater. “A brief struggle ensued.” The woman apparently got up to confront […]
By Charly SHELTON Yesterday was the 24th anniversary of the Northridge Earthquake. On Monday, Jan. 17, 1994 at 4:31 a.m., a 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck outside of Reseda and though the shaking lasted only 10 to 20 seconds, the force exerted on the ground was so intense that movement was felt as far away as […]
LCPC Parent Education announced its annual benefit, Keep Calm and Bowl On, on Saturday, Feb. 24 at Bowlmor Lanes in Pasadena. The benefit will feature a fun-filled night of good food, laughs and, of course, bowling. The event will be emceed by the beloved Rev. Dr. Chuck Osburn and renowned comedian Ron Pearson. The event […]
There’s a new addition at Descanso Gardens, courtesy of La Crescenta resident Elisabeth Hales and her Girl Scout Gold Award project. The 16-year-old CV High School junior designed and constructed a decomposed granite path leading from the west parking lot, through the picnic area to the welcome center. Descanso Gardens director of Horticulture and Garden […]
By Mary O’KEEFE LASD-Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station are investigating an early morning robbery that occurred at 6 a.m. today at a home in the 2700 block of Mary Street. “A [female resident] woke up to someone rummaging through her closet,” said Lt. Mark Slater. “A brief struggle ensued.” The woman apparently got up to confront […]
Goodbye to an Old Friend Like most everyone, I approach the New Year with an attitude of anticipation. While looking back at 2017 and recognizing some truly positive events, I cannot ignore those things that were sad and even painful. As we were preparing to head to Texas in December for Danny’s graduation from […]
By Mary O’KEEFE It began in 2015 as a winter gift to the community children from the Los Angeles County Dept. of Parks and Recreation, an unusual gift for Southern California children – a gift of snow. “It’s one last holiday celebration,” said Sussy Nemer, LA County Supervisor spokeswoman. Initially, LA County Fifth District Supervisor […]
SMART DriverTEK Workshops There are two SMART DriverTek workshops scheduled this month in La Crescenta. The first one is Saturday, Jan. 13 at 10 a.m. at the American Legion, Post 288, 4011 La Crescenta Ave. The second one is Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 6:30 p.m. at Bob Smith Toyota, 3333 Foothill Blvd. These are free […]
By Mary O’KEEFE When a person hears the word “cancer” from their doctor there are many different types of reactions. There is fear, anger, disbelief and dread. But imagine going to doctors and no one says it – even though you know it’s there. Then finally a doctor confirms what you already knew. Then a […]
By Brian CHERNICK City of Glendale officials agreed to pay over half a million dollars in a settlement with a former police lieutenant who filed a lawsuit against the city alleging she was denied a promotion due to her race and gender. Ludmilla Abrahamian served as a lieutenant for Glendale police since 2010 and filed […]