Update on Sagebrush Territory Transfer

From Superintendent Dr. Darneika Watson: As you may recall, back in 2016 a group of residents from the territory known as Sagebrush submitted a petition to transfer students living in the Sagebrush area from GUSD to La Cañada Unified School District (LCUSD). In October 2019, the Los Angeles County Committee on School District Organization voted […]

Car Versus Bicycle in Burbank

On Jan. 16 at about 7:20 a.m., the Burbank Police Dept. received several calls regarding a traffic collision involving a bicyclist on Clybourn Avenue near Oxnard Street. A 77-year-old male was riding his bicycle south on the east sidewalk of Clybourn Avenue approaching Oxnard Street. As he entered the intersection, a black sedan that was […]

Senator Portantino Responds to Governor’s Budget Proposal

State Senator Anthony J. Portantino released the following statement regarding Governor Newsom’s 2024-25 State Budget proposal: I applaud the Governor on his proposed budget and recognize the importance of taking prudent fiscal steps and protecting essential services during this time of post-pandemic economic change and delayed income receipts. I am grateful to the governor for […]

Hill Restaurant Permit in Review

By Mary O’KEEFE CVW was contacted by local residents concerned about Hill Restaurant in the 3300 block of North Verdugo Road and their recent request of an “administrative use permit to allow the on-site sales, service and consumption of alcoholic beverages.” As pointed out by Bradley Calvert, director of Community Development for the City of […]

School Board Recognizes Achievements of Black Students for MLK Day

School Board Recognizes Achievements of Black Students for MLK Day

By Eliza PARTIKA Glendale Unified School District board of education at its Jan. 16 board meeting recognized Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the contributions of Black students and community members. As part of the recognitions, the board adopted Resolution No. 21, which recognized the rich culture, contributions and value of Black students and community […]

Crime blotter

Jan. 11 200 block of Starlane Drive in La Cañada Flintridge, a resident left his home and when he returned he found the rear sliding glass door had been smashed leading into the home. A gun safe, rifle and several rounds of rifle ammunition were stolen along with other personal items. The residential burglary occurred […]

La Cañada Flintridge Measure on March 2024 Ballot

By Mary O’KEEFE  La Cañada Flintridge has a measure concerning taxes on the March 5 ballot. The La Cañada Flintridge Essential Services Measure proposes to establish a ¾-cent sales tax that is estimated to provide about $2,625,000 annually to the City until ended by voters. The funds will be used for services including increasing neighborhood […]

Glendale Unified Commemorates International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Glendale Unified middle and high school students will again have an opportunity to hear directly from survivors of the Holocaust from Jan. 16-19. Holocaust survivor speakers will present their life stories via Zoom to students. The presentations will also be recorded for future viewing. Among the speakers will be David Lenga (96) who survived three […]

Epiphany Celebrated at Local Hospitals

Epiphany Celebrated at Local Hospitals

  Jan. 6 marked the epiphany, or what some call Armenian Christmas, which celebrates Christ’s incarnation. It is the highlight of the Christmas season in the Armenian Church. By Mary O’KEEFE On Friday, Jan. 5 a celebration of the epiphany was held at Adventist Health Glendale. A Christmas tree stood 20 feet tall, gracing the […]