By Odalis A. Suarez Although days and months have passed since the Station Fire first erupted in August 2009, local residents are still struggling to diminish the remains left by the fire and its aftermath, the flood. “It was like a war zone,” said La Cañada resident Salpi Chemlekian of the Station Fire. Salpi with […]
By Charly SHELTON The Station Fire was a 52-day ordeal last August through October. The fire consumed over 160,000 acres of land in the mountains above the foothill community. After the fire was over and it was safe for media to venture into the low foothills, the public got its first real look at the […]
By Odalis A. Suarez After the long battle with the Station Fire in 2009, community members will never forget the courageous efforts of the firefighters and sheriffs. Now that one year has passed since the fire, residents were eager to thank these men and women by honoring them with a plaque this past Thursday at […]
Michael W. Kloeppel Feb. 17, 1953 – Aug. 15, 2010 Mike, 57, was a loving and caring person who endeared himself to all who met him. He graduated from Verdugo Hills High School, was a (fireman) Hot Shot before moving on to his passion: keeping things living as an interior landscaper for over 25 years. […]
By Mary O’KEEFE The Crescenta Valley has lost a valuable eyewitness to its history. Charles Bausback, long time resident and active member of the Historical Society of Crescenta Valley, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 21. He was 88. “His memory was flawless,” said Mike Lawler, president of the historical society. “The guy had a [mind […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Police have arrested two Glendale boys, 13 and 14 years old, in connection with a playground fire that occurred Wednesday night at Glorietta Park in the 2800 block of N. Verdugo Road in Glendale. Black smoke from the melting plastic toys filled the sky over Montrose as Glendale fire and police responded […]
It is going to be hot By Mary O’KEEFE Walk into local gardening shops throughout Crescenta Valley and the talk will usually turn to the calm and cool summer. Southern California residents have been enjoying cooler than normal days and, at times, chilly nights over the past few summer months but that is all about […]
CENTER ANNOUNCES SCHEDULE The La Crescenta Center for Spiritual Living invites the community to the following: On Aug. 22 Rev Bev’s Sunday topic is The Healing of Hurt (Rev. Steve) and on Aug. 29 – Forgive for Good. Rev. Steve’s Wednesday night topic on Aug. 25 is Healing Consciousness with music by Gaia Mama. Plan […]
There’s some-thing about walking into the Slender Sweet Shoppe that makes me feel like I’m on the boardwalk, at the ocean, back East. It reminds me of the candy shops there with their fresh smells and bright, happy interiors. The big difference being at the Slender Sweet Shoppe is you don’t need to worry too […]
Enjoying the warm summer air, it’s hard to believe that fall is right around the corner. But can you believe that we’re only a month and a half away from the MVCCC’s world famous Oktoberfest? For long time residents of the area, our Oktoberfest needs no introduction. It’s a day jam packed with entertainment, rides, […]