The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) has honored Laura Raichle, RN, BSN, nurse manager at Glendale Adventist Medical Center with its 2015 Circle of Excellence Award. Raichle is one of three nurses in California to receive this honor. The award is bestowed annually to up to 25 outstanding nurses nationwide for achieving excellent outcomes […]
Daniel Velasquez of Shadow Hills earned a Bachelor of Science with a focus in criminal justice management from Union Institute & University. Union Institute & University is a non-profit, accredited, private university specializing in adult and distance education since 1964. Union strives to engage, enlighten, and empower students in a lifetime of learning and service. […]
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY The Montrose-Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce celebrated local community members during its annual banquet held Thursday night at the Oakmont Country Club. The Oscar™-themed event gave guests the opportunity to walk a red carpet and have their photo professionally taken in front of an authentic backdrop. Organized by the chamber’s executive director […]
La Crescenta was well represented at the Utah Olympic Park Training Site in Park City, UT last week, Jan 12-15. Out of the 13 Southern California kids invited to the Luge Screening camp, 9 were from the La Crescenta/La Canada area. Reaching speeds of 48 mph, they trained with the Olympic Luge Coaches on the […]
Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services (formerly Verdugo Mental Health) celebrated the renovation of the Glendale facility and the dedication of the Michael D. Antonovich Building on Jan.21. Las Candelas, a volunteer organization of 40 women members who work to provide contributions to mental health programs for children, was recognized and honored as a supporter of […]
Amelia Palacios, the daughter of Maureen and Jorge of La Crescenta, has been named to the dean’s list of Macalester College for academic achievement during the fall semester of the 2014-15 school year. A graduate of Crescenta Valley High School, Palacios was a sophomore at Macalester last fall. To be eligible for the dean’s list […]
Guide to Filing a Veterans Medical Claim Submitted by Andy GERO There are three things a veteran must have for a claim approval. A diagnosis – A physician must have diagnosed the vet with an actual illness or injury. Whatever the illness or injury may be, the veteran must have a medical record from a […]
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY On Thursday, Jan. 15, the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce installed its board of directors during its annual luncheon held at the La Cañada Flintridge Country Club. The board of directors is composed of President Aram Ordubegian, Vice President Calvin Chock, Treasurer Craig Fisher, Secretary Robin Goldsworthy, Past President Steve Pierce and […]
The annual “Share the Spirit” toy drive by Dilbeck Real Estate was a success again this year, benefitting local organizations Hathaway-Sycamores, Five Acres and Hillsides. Mark Dilbeck, president of Dilbeck Real Estate, said, “Dilbeck Real Estate was happy to give toys to children in need in our community. Our donations were double that of last […]
Ask Phyllis! How Long Does It Take To Get Your Offer Accepted? Dear Phyllis, For nearly ½ of last year we have been looking at homes and made offers on several. Every time I think I know the drill, something is different. In the summer we made offers on a couple of homes but […]