Bingo Fundraiser Benefits Local Organization

Bingo Fundraiser Benefits Local Organization

By Mary O’KEEFE The Glendale Quilt Guild had a very successful bingo event on Saturday, March 16 at the Verdugo Hills Memorial Hall (American Legion) with over 140 people attending. The bingo winners received not just a cash prize but also a one-of-a-kind handmade quilt. The fun night raised needed funds for the Quilt Guild. […]

Hundreds Turn Out for Wine Walk

Hundreds Turn Out for Wine Walk

By Robin GOLDSWORTHY Saturday evening saw clear skies and, in Montrose, hundreds armed with wine glasses and swag bags ready to take part in the Montrose Wine Walk. The twice-annual Wine Walk has become a welcome tradition for merchants and participants. Members of the La Crescenta Woman’s Club welcomed ticketholders, handing out swag bags that […]

CRESCENTA VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL ISSUES STATEMENT

The CV Town Council issued the following statement regarding  recent alleged behavior by CVTC Councilmember Chris Kilpatrick.   Dear Members of the Community, We appreciate your patience in allowing us to follow procedures in dealing with this matter [of Chris Kilpatrick] in accordance with our Town Council Bylaws. We expect our council members to uphold […]

Kids Invited to Career Exploration Fair

Kids Invited to Career Exploration Fair

Before setting off on a career path, CV Park invites local youth to its inaugural career exploration day. By Mary O’KEEFE Crescenta Valley Park will be hosting its first ever Career Exploration Fair on March 16. “We will be offering information on different types of careers,” said Della Razjouyan, recreation services supervisor, County of Los […]

Landfill, Mayoral Selection on Council Agenda

By Julie BUTCHER “I’m disappointed that none of the questions we took quite a bit of time this weekend to send to you were answered in this presentation,” said Scholl Canyon resident and community activist Jackie Gish when she addressed the Glendale City Council at its Tuesday evening meeting. “In September 2022, I was under […]

GUSD Approves Japanese Immersion Plan, Celebrates Student Achievement Amid Wage Concerns

GUSD Approves Japanese Immersion Plan, Celebrates Student Achievement Amid Wage Concerns

By Eliza PARTIKA The Glendale Unified School District Board of Education approved the recommendations of the parent-formed Japanese Dual Language Immersion Committee at its March 12 meeting. The Board’s approval will allow the sixth grade cohort at Verdugo Woodlands Elementary School to matriculate to Rosemont Middle School for the 2024-25 school year with a permit. […]

From the Desk of the Publisher <<< Robin Goldsworthy

COVID Casualties   When the pandemic hit in 2020, we were taken aback. Life changed drastically – and quickly. Many places where we typically congregated – the supermarket, church, stores – had to shut down. I don’t know if you remember, but my friend Amy and I were traveling to Cambria when news started trickling […]

Weather Watch <<< Taking A Look Outside Our Window

By Mary O’KEEFE March is Women’s History Month and March 8 was International Women’s Day. Every year we highlight women doing amazing things to remind people that women have, are and can do amazing things outside of their “traditional roles.” Part of me hates the fact that we have to have a specific month that […]

In brief

Rosemont Preserve Restoration Day On March 17 there is an “open gate” event at the Rosemont Preserve. This is a chance for residents to visit the Preserve and wander the trail at their own pace and enjoy the tranquil setting, the wildlife and the natural beauty. Photographers: bring your camera to capture the morning light and citizen […]