Busy Day in the Neighborhood Tuesday was crazy in the Crescenta Valley. First, there was robbery in the afternoon at the Montrose Wells Fargo Bank that, after a brief search by Glendale police, resulted in the apprehension of a 31-year-old transient. While Mary O’Keefe was on the phone with me making her report, she […]
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY The awe-inspiring Enchanted: Forest of Light, held at nearby Descanso Gardens in La Cañada, is an experience that none should miss. Through the introduction of specialty lighting, Descanso at night is transformed into a world few would recognize. The magic is achieved through light and music, and on Thursday night the Los […]
Thanks and Giving I love Thanksgiving. It is day to step back, reflect on our blessings and give thanks. I’m a little embarrassed that, upon reflection, I’ve fallen short on the “giving” part of Thanksgiving. There is a lot of need, whether local, statewide, nationwide or worldwide. I’ve had the privilege of meeting people […]
Approaching the Holiday with Thanks Can you believe that it is one week until Thanksgiving? Yikes! Not only do I prepare a table for friends and family, I try to make time to prepare my heart for the spirit of the holiday by remembering those many people who make my life complete. For example, […]
Earning My Sticker … Barely As just about anyone can attest, this has been one combative – and historic – mid-term election season. People could not avoid being bombarded with election ads and reminders to vote every time they turned on the TV. So how is it that I almost forgot to cast my […]
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY The Montrose Shopping Park is expecting temperatures in the mid-70s on Saturday – perfect autumn weather. For those concerned about being a little chilly, though, they can bring a sweater while making their way along Honolulu Avenue. Or they can get warm from the inside by taking part in the Holiday Wine […]
Saluting Our Volunteers I’ve repeatedly shared how great I think our community is. In addition to the physical beauty of it, nestled between the Angeles National Forest and the Verdugos, our community turns out whenever there is a call to action or in response to something that benefits us all. For example, this newspaper. […]
After much delay, a celebration on a grand scale was held when the Hyatt Place Glendale opened its doors last week. Dignitaries in attendance included Glendale City Councilmembers Vrej Agajanian and Vartan Gharpetian and Mayor Zareh Sinanyan, who welcomed the Hyatt to the city’s roster of businesses. Also from the city, manager Yasmin Beers and […]
A Measured Look at Measure S On the November ballot, Glendale voters will be asked to vote yes or no on raising their city’s sales tax by .75%, or ¾, of a cent. Called the Glendale Quality of Life and Essential Services Protection Measure, Measure S is written to “expand funding to protect essential […]
By Charly SHELTON Thousands of guests swarmed the streets of Montrose Shopping Park for the 41st Annual Oktoberfest, organized by the Montrose-Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce. The event spanned nearly one-half mile from Orangedale Avenue (Trader Joe’s) to Market Street (Paradise Tan), and featured live music across three stages including the popular ’80s and ’90s […]