Bears Topic of Forum

Assemblymember Anthony Portantino (D-La Cañada Flintridge) and the California Department of Fish and Game will convene a public safety forum to discuss safety measures when living near bears and other wildlife. Area residents have reported several recent bear sightings in the La Cañada-La Crescenta area and neighbors are asking for information on how to respond. […]

Measure’s Passage Celebrated

By Jason KUROSU It was a victorius luncheon enjoyed by supporters of Measure S who came out en masse to celebrate its passage at the Oakmont Country Club on Wednesday, May 11. Just over a month had passed since Measure S was decidedly voted in (the measure passed with 69.9% of the total vote while […]

Sharing More Than Just a Day

By Mary O’KEEFE As people entered College View campus on Tuesday afternoon they were greeted by horses, ducks, pigs and, yes, a camel. Tuesday was petting zoo day at the school and as visitors walked around the front of the campus they heard a lot of ooohs, ahs and “Catch that pig” being yelled out […]

Sheriff’s Run Over 300 to Remember Fallen Officers

By Mary O’KEEFE On May 20 the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will begin a relay that will last three days and cover over 300 miles. For 34 years the annual Peace Officers Memorial Run has recognized officers who have given their lives in performance of their duty. “It mimics the Olympic torch event. We […]

Tension Greets Nominations

By Ted AYALA Tense debate was held over the nomination and appointment of candidates – a total of 24 altogether – proposed by councilmembers Rafi Manoukian and Dave Weaver to sit on various city commissions and boards at Tuesday night’s city council meeting. Attracting particular criticism was Manoukian’s nomination of Richard Espiritu, a member of […]

Lacing Up My Walking Shoes

“I walk for my father.” “I walk for my aunt.” “I walk for my best friend.” This weekend is the 24-hour American Cancer Society’s Foothills Relay for Life event being held over at Clark Magnet High School. The Relay is a mega-fundraiser for the society, but more than that, it’s a way for our community […]

Weather in the Foothills

“The fog comes on little cat feet. It sits looking over harbor and city On silent haunches and then moves on.” ~ Carl Sandburg By Sue KILPATRICK Only a poet would attempt to compare fog to a cat. But, as I gave the quotation more thought, the similarities were there. Cats are quiet, often times […]

Gluten Free Shopping Made Easy

By Mary O’KEEFE Shoppers at local grocery and health food stores have no doubt noticed more and more products with a “Gluten Free” label. It is not a fad or a new diet craze. For many, gluten free can mean the difference between living a healthy life and suffering. There are those who are allergic […]

With Rumors of Deep Budget Cuts Swirling, CV Community Speculates and Prepares

By Ted AYALA Weathering the worst economy to have hit the country since the Great Depression, cities across the U.S. are seeing their treasuries depleted by falling tax revenues and little hope for near-term increases in income. Faced with this dire situation, local governments have been forced to shear services and funding for a host […]

Crescenta Valley Learns Lessons from Japan

By Jason KUROSU “In the Wake of Japan: Are We Ready?” was the question Crescenta Valley’s CERT – Community Emergency Response Team – posed to members of the community. When considering a disaster of that magnitude, most people’s responses would likely be “No” or perhaps an uninformed “Yes.” To address the realities of a potential […]