Glendale Adventist Medical Center has been recognized as one of the best hospitals for 2016-17 in heart failure, hip replacement, knee replacement and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by U.S. News & World Report. GAMC was regionally ranked as No. 24 in California and No. 13 in the Los Angeles metro area. “We have made […]
Brett Tyler, a CVHS graduate, took the CV Weekly with him to the top of Primrose Hill, which is one of the highest points in the London area and commands a great view of the city (which is seen in the background). He and some friends went there for a picnic at sunset. He also […]
By Pat KRAMER Sunland resident Becky Mate founded Art Day in Glendale in 1998 as a way of creating appreciation for artists, photographers, poets and other creative people. Like most projects, the motivation came from an experience she had trying to sell photographs of beautiful flowers but she wasn’t getting any buyers. Believing that art […]
The Assistance League of Glendale thrift shop, Thrift Alley, is having a Christmas in August sale from Thursday, Aug. 18 through Saturday, Aug. 20. The hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Its large meeting room will be filled with holiday items galore featuring everything from decorations to craft supplies. Gift items include jewelry, toys, […]
During commencement ceremonies on May 23, Lehigh University conferred 1,159 bachelors’, 519 masters’ and 80 doctoral degrees. Of the nearly 1,700 graduates, degree recipients came from 39 states and 16 countries, majoring in 70 different disciplines. Nicholas Stoffel of La Cañada Flintridge graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science & business, Kristy […]
Despina Kayichian, MD, was recently appointed as Glendale Adventist Medical Center’s vice president of Medical Affairs and Quality. She began her new role on May 2. “I’m excited about the opportunity of helping the hospital continue on its path of consistently providing high-quality, compassionate care, with a focus on patient safety,” said Dr. Kayichian. “In […]
Ask Phyllis! Credits Versus Repairs Dear Phyllis, We quickly sold our La Crescenta home with more than 10 offers. The buyers hired an inspector who nitpicked our house to death. They now want some electrical, plumbing and roof repairs made. We are trying to pack up our house of 20+ years and I don’t want […]
Before heading back to school, Prom Plus Club members took CV Weekly with them on a recent camping trip to Mammoth. CV Weekly loves to travel! Take us along on your next trip and send us a photo. You may find yourselves on the pages of the community’s favorite newspaper.
Kevin A. Roberts, FACHE, president and chief executive officer of Glendale Adventist Medical Center, was among five healthcare leaders from across the U.S. and Canada who were selected for induction into the Fire Starter Hall of Fame. This is the highest award for excellence given by Studer Group, a Huron Healthcare solution. A “fire starter” […]
Petty Officer 2nd Class Griffin Riedel, a 2009 CV High School graduate, is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard one of the Navy’s newest attack submarines, the USS Missouri. Riedel is a sonar technician aboard the Groton-based boat, one of only 12 Virginia-class attack submarines in the Navy’s fleet. The Virginia class is comprised of […]