As a self-proclaimed local historian, I am often given minor historical items that people have collected or that have been found in trashcans. A few months ago I got a call from a friend who told me that someone in an old house near him had recently died, and that a dumpster out in front […]
By Ted AYALA Los Angeles’ Dorothy Chandler Pavilion was packed on the night of Oct. 5 with people anxious to hear the Los Angeles Opera’s latest commission, Daniel Catán’s “Il Postino.” There were even quite a few people standing in a queue outside the theater hoping to obtain cancelled tickets. It certainly appeared that Daniel […]
William N. Glenn It is with great sadness and love that we announce the death of Bill Glenn of La Crescenta. He passed from this life on Oct. 1. We brought him home for his last hours so he could be with his family. Home and family were very important to him. He enjoyed all […]
By Mary O’KEEFE A one-stop information day for those in need is being offered by Passageways on Tuesday, Oct. 19 in Pasadena. The Homeless Connect Day brings together all types of vendors from those that specialize in housing to representatives from the DMV and other government officials. “Our goal is to provide onsite services for […]
A ARIES March 21 – April 19 A number of planets in your relationship zone may coincide with difficulties in business or romantic partnerships. But listening to the wisdom of your inner guidance when you’re in meditation or a quiet frame of mind will bring you the answers you need. Meanwhile, your sex life is […]
By Mary O’KEEFE On Oct. 7 the CV Sheriffs Station was evacuated from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. due to smoke resulting from a fire caused by a short in the station’s air conditioning unit. Smoke filled the station causing personnel to be evacuated. L.A. county fire responded. One inmate in the jail at the time […]
ORTHO GUILD LUNCHEON COMING UP The La Cañada Ortho Guild annual luncheon and fundraiser takes place on Tuesday, Oct. 19 at the Angeles National Golf Club in Sunland. The three guest authors are Hannah Dennison, Cherie Mercer Twohy and Erica Silverman. All the funds raised at this event are donated to Charitable Care of Children […]
Crescenta Valley Sheriff detectives on Oct. 7 arrested a man suspected of robbing the Citizens Business Bank in La Cañada Flintridge on June 11, 2010. The suspect passed a bag and a note to a teller demanding money. As the suspect fled the bank carrying the bag of cash, a secreted dye pack activated, and […]
Jazz concert coming to Unity Unity Church of the Valley is hosting its annual Jazz Benefit Concert on Saturday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. The concert features vocalist Brenna Whitaker and other outstanding performers. Brenna has performed with Michael Buble and is an exceptional new talent in the L.A. area. The cost is $20 per […]
On Oct. 17, St. Luke’s Anglican Church celebrates its first anniversary of worshipping, praying and serving as a “church without walls.” For the past year the congregation has met in leased and borrowed space for all its church activities. “It has been a season of receiving more than giving,” said Rev. Rob Holman, Rector of […]