CRIME BLOTTER

Dec. 18 5400 block of Rock Castle Drive in La Cañada, a garage door opener was stolen from an unlocked vehicle overnight. Dec. 16 3700 block of Hampstead Road in La Cañada, an air compressor and several construction tools were stolen from a residence under construction between Dec. 16 and Dec. 18. 3900 block of […]

Hate Crime Hits Montrose

By Mary O’KEEFE Glendale police are investigating a hate crime after a family on Pickens Avenue in Montrose discovered a swastika with the word “Trump” painted on their garage door and a note threatening the family to keep their children from “our” property “or there will be consequences.” “We are investigating the incident,” said Glendale […]

Man Injured on Shooting Range

Man Injured on Shooting Range

By Mary O’KEEFE A man was transported to the hospital after an accidental shooting at the Angeles Shooting Ranges in Lake View Terrace on Sunday afternoon. “There was one male behind the firing line clearing his gun [who] accidentally shot his weapon,” said Sgt. Coussa, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Dept. Crescenta Valley Station. The man […]

Early Rodders Take to Road with Christmas Joy

Early Rodders Take to Road with Christmas Joy

By Mary O’KEEFE Once again members of the Early Rodders car club packed up their classic cars with toys for the Los Angeles County Fire Dept. Spark of Love toy drive. The Early Rodders meet every Saturday morning at the United Artists parking lot in La Cañada to network with gear heads and wanna-be gear […]

Car Chase Ends in Chevy Chase

By Mary O’KEEFE Officers from the Los Angeles Police Dept. – Mission Division arrested a Panorama City man after he led officers on a chase that ended in Glendale on Sunday. It began in the 8800 block of Tobias Avenue in Panorama City. “The suspect had a prior relationship with a female. He went over […]

Compassion is the Word of the Month

Compassion is the Word of the Month

By Mary O’KEEFE The Character And Ethics Project word for the month of December is compassion. According to its website, the Character And Ethics Project can be traced back to 1984. Glendale school and business leaders and three students, one each from Glendale, Hoover and Crescenta Valley high schools, visited San Francisco to learn of […]

Veterans’ Housing Waiting List to Reopen

By Nestor CASTIGLIONE Local men and women who have served in the armed forces and need a home may soon have another chance at finding a roof over their heads at Glendale’s Veterans Village. Tony Carnegie, a representative for Thomas Safran & Associates, which developed and manages the facility, said the waiting list for Veterans […]

Local Civic Organizations Partner for Season of Giving

By Mary O’KEEFE The holidays are known as the season of giving and that is definitely found throughout the Crescenta Valley. Local churches, food banks, law enforcement and civic organizations reach out to families in need to make their holidays a little easier. Four of those organizations that help others – the American Legion Post […]

Weather in the Foothills

“I am a stranger. I come in peace. Take me to your leader and there will be a massive reward for you in eternity.” ~ John Glenn’s “Secret Note” After last weekend’s rains came the cold temperatures. The Crescenta Valley shivered as thermometers dropped to 37 degrees. Winter has officially arrived spreading its seasonal touch […]

From the Desk of the Publisher

Back to Basics This season provides a wonderful opportunity to show our appreciation of those around us who are near and dear. Gift giving is a top priority. Some have unlimited funds and can shop till they drop while others take time to bake yummy goodies or make something special. When I was little, I […]