By Mary O’KEEFE The Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District [GLACVCD] has confirmed a West Nile virus [WNV] positive mosquito sample in LA County. The positive mosquito sample was collected from a trap in Long Beach. GLACVCD monitors 35 cities and portions of the unincorporated area of LA County. Two trap sites are set […]
By Mary O’KEEFE On Sunday around 4 a.m. about 15 houses were without water after a break in a water main occurred on the west side of Pennsylvania Avenue between El Caminito and Stevens streets. The break created a sinkhole on Pennsylvania and caused asphalt on the street to buckle. There are many pipes in […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Another successful Glendale Cruise Night had car lovers on Saturday marveling at the variety of classic vehicles that lined Brand Boulevard. An estimated 350 to 400 classic vehicles, from VW buses to 57 Chevys, kept visitors wondering, “If only I had saved my first car.” Music streamed from the live band at […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Once again, movie night at Two Strike Park on Saturday was a “silent” success. There is something unique about watching a movie outdoors and hearing nothing but live music accompanying the film … and laughter. Silent film projectionist and historian Joe Rinaudo gave a brief presentation to the audience about the films […]
By Mary O’KEEFE On Monday about 250 people attended the Crescenta Valley Fire Safe Council meeting that focused on Briggs Terrace. The event was held at the Rosemont Middle School cafeteria and representatives were in attendance from the office of Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger and various Los Angeles County departments, LA County Fire […]
By Mary O’KEEFE On July 26, the U.S. Postal Service unveiled its “1969: First Moon Landing” forever stamps at a ceremony at Jet Propulsion Laboratory. “Fifty years ago three astronauts started on a journey across a quarter million miles to the moon,” said Michael Greene, JPL director for communications and education. Two stamps have been […]
This nationwide event provides an opportunity for law enforcement, first responders and the community to mix and mingle. By Mary O’KEEFE Home surveillance is a growing industry. According to a report by research firm Strategy Analytics, consumer spending for home security cameras is estimated to grow from $7.0 billion in 2018 to $9.7 billion by […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Though not much is new to report regarding empty storefronts in the Montrose Shopping Park, there are some updates to share. The future of Gus & Andy’s Montrose Grill is much the same as reported in prior articles. The former Rocky Cola restaurant location at 2201 Honolulu Ave. has been empty since […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Glendale police are continuing their investigation into a shooting that occurred in the parking lot of the Zone laser tag fun center in the 800 block of Glendale Avenue on Saturday night around 10 p.m. “One victim was [struck] by gunfire,” confirmed Sgt. Zeigler of the Glendale Police Dept. The male adult […]
By Mary O’KEEFE After 33 years of service with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Dept., Lt. Mark Slater is retiring. Slater is familiar to many in the community. He has been at the Crescenta Valley Station for over a decade. “I first came here in 2005,” he said. Prior to coming to the CV Station, […]