GUSD Board of Education Meets in Special Session

By Julian MITCHELL The Glendale Unified School District Board of Education met in special session on Tuesday to discuss fiscal matters and the search for a new superintendent. However, only discussion on fiscal matters proceeded after the second closed session of the board led to an announcement that the search for a new superintendent is […]

Local Boy Scout Troop Welcomes Girls into Organization

By Julian MITCHELL In the more than 100-year history of the Boy Scouts of America, little has changed. Scouts still work to earn their merit badges and become better people. Scouts can still rise from Cub all the way to Eagle Scout. Those tenets remain and countless boys have gone through that very system. But […]

Students Peek at Possible Futures at CVHS Career Fair

Students Peek at Possible Futures at CVHS Career Fair

Crescenta Valley High School students will have a chance to learn what employers are looking for at annual career fair. By Julian MITCHELL What does the future hold for Crescenta Valley High School students? The answer might be found at the school’s annual career fair. The fair, which will be held in the school’s quad […]

The Chance to Dance the Night Away at CVHS Jazz Night

The Chance to Dance the Night Away at CVHS Jazz Night

Flowing chocolate and swing music by the Crescenta Valley High School jazz band guarantees a night of fun. By Julian MITCHELL   The Crescenta Valley High School jazz band is busy tuning its instruments in preparation for the annual Jazz Night at the Café. The musical extravaganza takes place on Friday, Feb. 8 from 7 […]

Supervisor Swears in CV Town Council Board, Officers

By Julian MITCHELL Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger of the LA County board of supervisors was on hand on Thursday night to swear in the Crescenta Valley Town Council members and its slate of officers – a slate that showed no changes. Continuing in their roles are Harry Leon as the council president, vice president […]

Forum Held on AT&T 5G Tower

By Julian MITCHELL The CV Town Council held an open forum on Wednesday, Jan. 16 regarding the possible installation of a new 5G AT&T “small cell” antenna. The council has been collecting opinions from citizens to be included in its recommendation of the proposal to the Los Angeles County Dept. of Regional Planning Commission. Most […]

Montrose Search and Rescue “Thrills” in New Book

Montrose Search and Rescue “Thrills” in New Book

By Julian MITCHELL Mike Lawler has again published a book providing historical insight into the Crescenta Valley community. In his newest book, “Thrilling Tales of the Montrose Search and Rescue,” Lawler chronicles the numerous journeys of the historic Montrose Search and Rescue team. On Sunday afternoon, Lawler and members of the team shared some of […]

Puddle of Mudd Rocks The Rose

Puddle of Mudd Rocks The Rose

By Julian MITCHELL Puddle of Mudd performed at The Canyon at the Rose in Pasadena on Friday night. Fans were treated to the bands’ hits such as “Famous,” “Blurry” and “She Hates Me.” “She still f****** hates me, believe me,” said founding member and lead singer Wes Scantlin to the audience. Many in the crowd […]

CVHS Boys’ Lacrosse to Make Spring Debut

CVHS Boys’ Lacrosse to Make Spring Debut

By Julian MITCHELL Those who head to Osborne Field at Crescenta Valley High School any of these brisk winter mornings are guaranteed to see one of two things: a soccer match or lacrosse head coach Nikolaus Soforenko practicing with his team. CVHS will be debuting its boys’ lacrosse program this spring. The team is composed […]

Veteran Runs … With Passion

Veteran Runs … With Passion

By Julian MITCHELL Running across Death Valley – not the everyday man’s version of fun. Even for John Radich, an Army veteran and seasoned ultra-marathon runner, the 135-mile trek is still one of the most “challenging places in the world to run.” He’s only made the run 10 times, after all. Radich, 64, developed a […]