Rescuers Tend to Possible Drowning Victims

By Mary O’KEEFE Two young children became near drowning victims within an hour of each other on Wednesday afternoon. At about 3:30 p.m. the Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s deputies and Los Angeles County Fire Department responded to a call concerning the possible drowning of a 7-year-old boy in La Crescenta. “The call came in as CPR […]

A Firefighter Honored

By Mary O’KEEFE A firefighter’s red turncoat made of metal is draped over a hidden hook, a yellow hat rests on top the coat. In one simple, eloquent and understated work of art an emotion of pride and respect is conveyed. On March 7, artist Michael Kalish unveiled a monument he created dedicated to retired […]