Prop 65 Reform Celebrated

By Mary O’KEEFE Assemblymember Mike Gatto was joined by small business owners, consumer attorneys and representatives of Assemblymember Jimmy Gomez at The Coffee Table Bistro in Eagle Rock to celebrate the signing of AB 227. The bill reforms Proposition 65 to protect small businesses from meritless lawsuits by providing a “fix-it ticket” for violations based […]

Plenty of Scares – and Candy – in CV

Plenty of Scares – and Candy – in CV

Home displays and professional attractions make for a Halloween not to be missed. By Michael BRUER, Marissa GOULD and Mary O’KEEFE It’s that time of the year when the word “spooky” is seen in every store window and fake cobwebs are hung on any surface that will hold them. Lawns are littered with ghosts, goblins, […]

Challenge Success to Help Kids

By Mary O’KEEFE The PTSA of Crescenta Valley High School invites families on Monday to hear Gina Morris from Challenge Success speak about the pressures kids are facing in life and in school. Challenge Success was brought to the attention of the PTSA by its president Monna Johnson who had heard of the program but […]

Students Learn How to Avoid Econ ‘Jeopardy’

Students Learn How to Avoid Econ ‘Jeopardy’

Assemblymember Mike Gatto channeled Jeopardy’s Alex Trebek to test students’ economic knowledge. By Mary O’KEEFE Crescenta Valley and Clark Magnet high schools participated in a “Jeopardy!”-style game courtesy of Assemblymember Mike Gatto. The purpose of the game was to highlight financial literacy in a “fun” way, he said. “This is the second time we have […]

Glendale Announces New Police Chief

By Mary O’KEEFE The new Glendale police chief was introduced by city manager Scott Ochoa at Tuesday’s city council meeting. Robert Castro is currently the chief of police for the city of Glendora, a position he has held for the past three years. He is expected to take over as Glendale’s chief of police on […]

A Tail-Wagging Good Time at CV Dog Park Anniversary

A Tail-Wagging Good Time at  CV Dog Park Anniversary

By Mary O’KEEFE Crescenta Valley Park was a dog heaven on Saturday as canines brought their humans to the one-year anniversary of the CV Dog Park, the first for Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation. The event brought out everyone who holds a special place in his or her heart for dogs. It started with […]

Crowds Converge on Oktoberfest 2013

Crowds Converge on Oktoberfest 2013

By Ted AYALA One often hears Montrose’s small town atmosphere touted by both residents and visitors alike. It isn’t uncommon for people to refer to the area as a real-life counterpart to the fictional Mayberry of Andy Griffith fame. Cynics might think the notion an improbable one given the area’s location – on the periphery […]

A New Look for COPPS

By Mary O’KEEFE Next week the new COPPS (Community Oriented Policing and Problem Solving) substation at 3808 Ocean View Blvd. in Montrose will open after receiving a face-lift. “We have new carpets and new blinds,” said North Area Commander Lt. Lola Abrahamian. In addition, the walls have fresh paint and there is a new counter […]

College Night Offers Info

College Night Offers Info

By Mary O’KEEFE On Monday night, Crescenta Valley High School hosted a college information night for students and parents. Representatives from Glendale Community College, California State University, Los Angeles, University of California, Riverside and Occidental College spoke to the audience, presenting information on what students need to be prepared for college, whether they are applying […]

Homecoming on Friday, Dance on Saturday

Homecoming on Friday, Dance on Saturday

By Mary O’KEEFE The homecoming game is tomorrow night for Crescenta Valley High School and as is the tradition, the school’s homecoming spirit assembly was held Friday morning in the school’s gym. Led by the Associated Student Body who decorated the gym with an under the sea theme, the assembly was a enthusiastic introduction to […]