From the desk of the publisher By Robin GOLDSWORTHY This time of the year always seems to be rather harried, especially if you have school-aged children. As parents, you’re either pushing for the completion of year-end projects or reminding them of their SATs. But I’ve had a chance to enjoy being a grown up around […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Three good Samaritans helped a man who had collapsed on the sidewalk in the 4400 block of La Crescenta Avenue on Saturday afternoon. “His legs were wobbly and he was asking for help,” said Jesse Belisle. He, along with Tom Vena and Molly Wilson, stopped to help the man not knowing what […]
By Mary O’KEEFE The new Crescenta Valley High School principal has been announced – Michele Doll will be filling the shoes of retiring principal Linda Evans. It was only two years ago Doll was introduced to the community as principal of Rosemont Middle School. She is now moving only a few blocks away but will […]
By Charles COOPER Trader Joe’s hopes to have a new store in operation within a year on the west end of the Montrose Shopping Park. The new store, the second in La Crescenta for the specialty market, has been in the planning stages for about two years. Company vice president Doug Yokomizo said the construction […]
Can you believe Wanda Bergstrom and Young Rhee have worked together 33 years at City Hall Coffee Shop and never exchanged a harsh word? I know this is a strange way to start an article but it sets the tone for the pleasant atmosphere that permeates City Hall (2327 Honolulu). This is old time Montrose […]
“There are no mistakes, no coincidences. All events are blessings given to us to learn from.” Elizabeth Kubler-Ross The Crescenta Valley continues to have some great events that are blessings for our town. This weekend, May 15-16, is the Foothills Relay For Life at Clark Magnet High School. This is a great 24 hour event […]
What an exciting week we had last week! Last week we enjoyed two great events. We would like send a big thanks to the Crescenta Valley Water District for hosting a fantastic mixer last Wednesday. A very fun Cinco de Mayo was had by all. Wonderful food and drinks; festive atmosphere – what more could […]
By Brandon HENSLEY Ten years ago, while on vacation at Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado with her husband, Pat Jones did one of the most common, everyday actions someone can do; she went to rub her right eye. After removing her hand, though, she realized her vision wasn’t as it should have been. “I […]
ARIES March 21 – April 19 Mercury turns direct on Tuesday in your personal financial zone, which brings an end to any delays you’ve experienced. From this point on, you can sign new financial agreements and buy those major items. This week’s New Moon in Taurus also brings an opportunity to make a fresh start […]
RELIEF OF ACHING JOINTS TOPIC OF LECTURE The Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA is offering the lecture, “Oh My Aching Joints” on arthritis education and management. The lecture is on Wednesday, May 19, from noon to 1:00 p.m at the Y. This free lecture will discuss the symptoms of common arthritis in the hands, how to alleviate […]