The opening of the Capt. Ted Hall and Engineer Arnie Quinones Memorial Highway

By Mary O’KEEFE On Monday fire and law enforcement personnel joined family, community members and officials to dedicate the Angeles Forest Highway to two fallen firefighters who gave their lives while battling the Station Fire. On the fourth day of the Station Fire, Aug. 30, 2009, Fire Capt. Ted Hall, 47, and Fire Fighter Specialist […]

Winds cause havoc in the foothills

By Robin GOLDSWORTHY Gusty winds toppled trees and interrupted power in several neighborhoods in the foothill community overnight Thursday, Nov. 11. Two cars parked in the driveway of a home in the 4100 block of Lauderdale Avenue suffered major damage after a pine tree crashed onto them, smashing windshields and crushing the chassis. The homeowner’s […]

CV Chamber of Commerce honors those who make CV special

By Mary O’KEEFE People have often commented about the unique qualities of Crescenta Valley.  The first noticeable attribute is the setting with the San Gabriel and Verdugo Mountains highlighting the Crescenta Valley skyline.  At closer look however it is how the community works together that makes the area so special. On a recent night the […]

La Canada Gladiators

Below are scores for the Nov. 6-7 contests of the La Canada Gladiators Jr. Gremlin – Cardinal (Teams Do Not Keep Official Score) No report received Jr. Gremlin – Gold (Teams Do Not Keep Official Score) Playing for the La Cañada Jr. Gremlin Gold Team were players Sebastian Aviles-Maya, Jacob Hurtado, Brady Kline, Mike Oklund, […]

Thanks to our vets

“This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.” — Elmer Davis History.com says, “On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, was declared between the Allied nations and Germany in […]

Zeke’s Smokehouse is smokin’!

I could eat at Zeke’s Smokehouse seven days a week and not get bored. This is a “must try” restaurant and one you will want to visit again and again. Why? Everything is hickory smoked and the meats are top quality: local beef, no hormones, and corn fed. The number one seller here is the […]

CALENDAR this

HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF HOST ‘DRIVING MISS LUCY’ The Historical Society of the Crescenta Valley will host Frank Gorey, Lucille Ball’s driver and personal assistant for over 30 years, at the next meeting of the Historical Society on Monday, Nov. 15. Gorey will talk about his experiences with the family, tell some funny personal stories about […]

Fall Festival brings out costumes and lots of candy

By Brian ROXAS One of the greatest aspects of La Crescenta is the liveliness of the community during holidays. This Halloween, evidence was everywhere: ordinary houses were transformed through festive decorations, young ghouls and goblins roamed the streets with their friends, and exciting events were held throughout the area. One event both fun and safe […]

GPO dazzles with its season premiere

By Ted AYALA While other cities around the country have been losing artistic and musical institutions in this difficult economy, Glendale has been an exception. Despite the sour economy, the city continues to enjoy the services of quite a few excellent musical ensembles – among the finest would be the Glendale Philharmonic Orchestra (GPO). Beginning […]

Sakana offers great food and a welcome atmosphere

By Mary O’KEEFE Walk into Sakana Japanese Sushi and Grill and you will immediately feel welcomed.  The warm colors of the restaurant draw you into a unique dining experience for Crescenta Valley. As diners enter the front door they are greeted with  “Irashai Mashei” which is said by all employees to patrons as they enter.  […]