Returning Home is like Coming Full Circle

A year after La Cañada resident Pat Anderson was forced to move from her mud damaged home she is able to return thanks to the generosity of an army of volunteers. By Mary O’KEEFE Remnants of the devastation from the flood and mudslides of over a year ago in and around Ocean View Boulevard in […]

Taking the Plunge in Big Tujunga Canyon

For Fred Wenzel, the newest member of the Montrose Search & Rescue Team, completing his training was a dream come true. By Brandon HENSLEY Before descending down a mountain of rocks underneath the second bridge in Big Tujunga Canyon, Fred Wenzel goes over his checklist, making sure he has the right equipment and is properly […]

La Crescenta Library Turns One

By Mary O’KEEFE The La Crescenta Library celebrated its first year anniversary on Saturday. The Crescenta Valley High School Jazz Band entertained guests as they congratulated Marta Wiggins, library manager, and  ate cake. “It’s been a whirlwind,” said Wiggins of the year since the grand opening. On Jan. 29, 2010 the La Crescenta Library at […]

Chase Suspect Arrested in Burbank

By Mary O’KEEFE The suspect that led law enforcement on a vehicle and foot pursuit in La Crescenta last week was arrested by Burbank police on Tuesday after a similar chase. Burbank police noticed Lang Patrick Martinez, 37, of Simi Valley outside the Target department store at 1800 W. Empire Avenue in Burbank. Officers attempted […]

FSHA’s Speech & Debate Novices Shine

New members of Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy’s Speech and Debate team performed well in their first tournaments. Freshman Dani Chavez participated in the Southern California Debate League for novices in late November. She scored in the top 10% in a field of 32 competitors in oratorical interpretation with Lady Gaga’s “Prime Rib of America” speech, […]

Flintridge Bookstore Hosts Mother-Daughter Book Party

By Misty DUPLESSIS Flintridge Bookstore in La Cañada and L.A. Parent magazine held their second annual Mother & Daughter Book Party on Sunday, Jan. 30. The party offered a chance for moms and daughters to share their love of reading while providing an opportunity to meet several well-known authors that were of particular interest to […]

GTA Says “No” On S

By Mary O’KEEFE The Yes on S campaign hit a snag with the Glendale Teachers Association. “The GTA went against the bond,” announced GUSD Superintendent Richard Sheehan. Sheehan, members of his staff and several GUSD board members have been campaigning in favor of Measure S. According to the Yes on S website, Measure S would […]

Suspect Identified in Monday’s Car and Foot Chase

The suspect in Monday’s vehicle and foot chase has been identified but has not been found. He is a parolee with an extensive criminal background. By Mary O’KEEFE California Highway Patrol has released the name and photo of the suspect wanted in a burglary at Orchard Hardware Supply (OSH) and subsequent vehicle and foot pursuit […]

Council awards local pharmacist

By Ted AYALA The full city council assembled last Tuesday night to discuss a variety of issues. Pertinent to the Crescenta Valley community was Mayor Ara Najarian’s award of a commendation to local pharmacist Al Pineda of the CVS Pharmacy in Montrose for his good work for the community. “[This commendation is awarded to you] […]

Explorers Bring Home Two First-Place Trophies

By Mary O’KEEFE Six members of the Crescenta Valley Sheriff Explorers team returned from a competition in Chandler, Ariz. bringing with them two first place awards. Out of about 900 Explorers from 50 different law enforcement posts, the Crescenta Valley Sheriff Explorers brought home two first prize trophies from the 13th Annual Tactical Competition. This […]