Monthly Archives: June 2022

Two Will Sing the National Anthem at the Will Rogers Races on July 4

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Sue

Every year, before the starting gun goes off for the Will Rogers 5/10K Race on Alma Real, runners are treated to a National Anthem singer. Race organizers have announced that this year’s Fourth of July event will feature two local … Continue reading →

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Councilman Mike Bonin’s Westchester Security Measures

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Sue

Circling the News printed a photo of a homeless person living in the entryway to City Municipal offices in Westchester. The transient makes it impossible for residents to go see their Councilmember Mike Bonin or to use the Westchester Community … Continue reading →

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OBITUARY: Dale Van Vlack, 99; Legion Member, Aerospace Engineer and Golfer  

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Sue

Dale Edgar Van Vlack, a 51-year resident of Pacific Palisades, passed away on June 18 at age 99. Dale and his twin sister Gail were born on April 26, 1923, in Rapid City, South Dakota. Family on their father’s side … Continue reading →

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“Dr.” Nealon Named Ex-Honorary Mayor

Posted on June 29, 2022 by Sue

Comedian and actor, Kevin Nealon is racking up the honorary titles. He was given an honorary doctorate by his alma mater Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut, in May. He was honorary mayor of Pacific Palisades from 2016-2017. After being chosen … Continue reading →

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The Yogurt Shoppe Will Sponsor Kids on Bikes

Posted on June 29, 2022 by Sue

The Yogurt Shoppe will continue its decade-long tradition of sponsoring the “Kids on Bikes” in the July 4th parade. Owners Christine and Adam Wolfson encourage kids to “have fun and be creative.” Participants are encouraged to decorate their bikes/scooter and … Continue reading →

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Eric and Joshua Preven Take First with Political Commentary

Posted on June 29, 2022 by Sue

Eric and his brother Palisadian Joshua Preven took first place in Political Commentary at the 64th Annual SoCal Journalism Awards Gala on June 25 in Universal City. The piece “The Pandemic Should Not Be Used as a Pretext to Muffle … Continue reading →

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Jennifer Garner Selected as Grand Marshal

Posted on June 28, 2022 by Sue

By BERNICE FOX and SUE PASCOE Actress Jennifer Garner, whom many Pacific Palisades residents consider a “hometown” girl, will be Grand Marshal of this year’s Pacific Palisades 4th of July Parade. One of her fans summed it up perfectly. “Does … Continue reading →

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Official Parade Program Will Come out this Week

Posted on June 28, 2022 by Sue

The 4th of July official parade program, sponsored by the Palisades Americanism Parade Association (PAPA), will be in mailboxes this week. Advertisers know that the money they spend in this publication goes to PAPA, a nonprofit that produces the parade … Continue reading →

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Lawns May Be Replaced through Rebate Program

Posted on June 27, 2022 by Sue

BY REECE PASCOE If a resident is thinking about redoing one lawn, because of drought restrictions,  take a look at the Turf Replacement Program, offered by the LADWP. It is one of the many water-saving, energy-savings programs offered by this … Continue reading →

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Giving A Beach Day to Kids Who Have Never Had One

Posted on June 27, 2022 by Sue

Vittorio Ristorante & Pizzeria, the Sons of the American Legion and American Legion Post 283 Auxiliary is teaming up with Claris Heath to offer a beach day on Saturday, July 23, for kids who live in the Lost Angeles area, … Continue reading →

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