Monthly Archives: July 2024

Park Board Seeks Resident Input on New Playground Design

Posted on July 10, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Former Park Advisory Board (PAB) Member Susan McInerney argued in 2014 that an inclusive playground would be an opportunity to build something exciting to replace the 20-year-old non-ADA compliant playground at the Palisades Recreation Center. Over the next 10 years, … Continue reading →

Posted in City Councilmember Traci Park, Kids/Parenting, Parks | 5 Comments

Homelessness in L.A.: Big Ship, No Rudder

Posted on July 10, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

(Editor’s note: The following article appeared in CityWatch on July 8 and is reprinted with permission.) TIM CAMPBELL When, LAHSA announced a nearly imperceptible reduction in homelessness at a public relations event on June 28, leaders from Dr. Va Lecia … Continue reading →

Posted in Homelessness | 2 Comments

Beware of CVS Caller Scam

Posted on July 9, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

  A reader wanted to alert people who use the CVS Pharmacy in Pacific Palisades of a scam. He said, “I received four phone calls in the last 24 hours from someone claiming to be from the CVS Pharmacy in … Continue reading →

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The 2024 Will Rogers 5/10K  Run Saw Fast Times . . . and Fun

Posted on July 9, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Many runners had best times when they crossed the  finish lines at the 2024 July 4th 5/10K Will Rogers Race. While the rest of the southland was under an extreme heat wave, there was cloud cover and even a light … Continue reading →

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Reader Warns Against Boarding Pets at Wag Hotels

Posted on July 9, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

When you go away for the holidays, finding a reputable place to board a pet or even finding a great pet sitter is a challenge, but for one family the experience turned into a nightmare. They went to what they … Continue reading →

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Found Linens, Are They Yours?

Posted on July 9, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

  This editor found these high-quality linens by Palisades Elementary School on June 30. There is a lovely tablecloth with matching napkins, a second intricately embroidered piece and what appears to be a small, fringed tablecloth. From the tags on … Continue reading →

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Sale of 4th of July Fireworks, Sane and Safe?

Posted on July 8, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

In One America News, it was reported on July 7 (“Man Arrested after Giving His Son Fireworks that Set Two Homes on Fire”), that a Long Island father was arrested. Allegedly Karamjit Singh gave his 11-year-old son fireworks outside his … Continue reading →

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Theatre Palisades Youth Presents Grease

Posted on July 8, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

The Theatre Palisades Youth production of Grease, which features kids from ages 7 to 15, will open July 12 and run on select nights through July 21.  Hear some of your favorite songs from the movie and the Broadway musical, … Continue reading →

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Criminal Released by Garcon Responsible for Death

Posted on July 8, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

(This story “Newport Mayor Criticizes Judicial system after Released Santa Monica Robbery Suspect Involved in Fatal Newport Beach Incident” originally appeared on July 5 in the Westside Current and is reprinted with permission.) A man previously arrested for an armed … Continue reading →

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Shady Real Estate: Room with a View of a Stream

Posted on July 7, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

  A homeless individual found a spot in the Santa Monica Canyon flood control area, which feeds water to the ocean, and settled in – no air conditioning needed. Located under Amalfi and Entrada, a neighbor reported to the Pacific … Continue reading →

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