Pet Predicaments

Protecting Your Dog From Fleas And Ticks This week, advice from Dr. Tom Black Summer is upon us with the advent of uninvited guests hitchhiking into our yards and homes. Our pets are at risk from fleas and ticks. These tiny pests are not simply annoying; they may also cause real health issues for dogs […]

Beauty Tips

Questions about the latest skin care and makeup answered! Ask Kris and Kim Do I really need to wear Sun Protection (SPF)? I’m never in the sun! Kim says: To be on the safe side wear at least a SPF 15 daily on your face and body. We live in Southern California and we know […]

Der-Parseghian Named by Super Lawyers

Mary Der-Parseghian, Esq. principle of Der-Parseghian Law Group, was selected as one of the Rising Stars of 2011 by Super Lawyers. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process is multi-phased and includes […]

Heaven Found at All In 7-Stop Pizza

By Jackie HOUCHIN Shara Babakhanian and Armond Tarverdyan say diners will be in “seventh heaven” when eating at their All In 7-Stop Pizza in Montrose because they’ve given it 100% (“all in”) to make their pizzas the best in town. What makes their pizzas so special? The thin, tender, sesame seed-coated crusts made from scratch […]

Las Candelas Lauds Gangi, Installs New Officers

Las Candelas Lauds Gangi, Installs New Officers

At their final meeting of the 2010-2011 year, Las Candelas installed La Cañada resident Monica Sierra as president for 2011-12. The group also celebrated the completion of Bobbi Gangi’s two-year term as president. Under Gangi’s leadership, the group donated $80,000 in programs and services to organizations that serve emotionally disturbed children. Included in those organizations […]

Local Charities Benefit from NCL

Local charities, including 12 Oaks Retirement Lodge in La Crescenta, benefitted from fundraising efforts by National Charity League Glendale. On May 19, NCL Glendale donated $30,000 to 12 Oaks Retirement Lodge to provide financial assistance to needy seniors so they can remain in their “home” at 12 Oaks. “We’ve been committed to helping the needy […]

Welcome to New Family member

By Brandon HENSLEY The Women’s Council of Verdugo Hills Hospital hosted its annual fashion show at Verdugo Hills Hospital on May 20. There were about 80 attendees and fashions were provided by Holiday Hats and Gowns, Montrose, and table favors by Merle Norman Montrose. The theme of the event was “On the Red Carpet” and […]

Women’s Council Enjoys Fashionable Afternoon

By Brandon HENSLEY The Women’s Council of Verdugo Hills Hospital hosted its annual fashion show at Verdugo Hills Hospital on May 20. There were about 80 attendees and fashions were provided by Holiday Hats and Gowns, Montrose, and table favors by Merle Norman Montrose. The theme of the event was “On the Red Carpet” and […]

Ask Phyllis!

Dear Phyllis, I have interviewed three real estate agents regarding the sale of my mother’s home. Last October an appraiser valued the home at $1,400,000. The real estate agents I interviewed have suggested listing the home at: $995,000, $1,050,000 and $1,200,000. Why do you think there is such a discrepancy among them and why do […]

Two LCWC Members Honored

Two members of the La Crescenta Woman’s Club, House Chairman Carol Benedetti and Treasurer Danette Erickson, were recently named Clubwoman and Citizen of the year, respectively, for their work during 2010. The announcements were made at the San Gabriel Valley District’s Annual Convention in Fullerton. The La Crescenta Woman’s Club is a member of the […]