Author Archives: Sue Pascoe

Have Photos Scanned: Support Wildfire Relief Efforts

Posted on March 13, 2025 by Sue Pascoe

Although this idea is too late for many Palisades residents—it could be a great help for others. LA Strong – Scan Your Photos Drive, a community-driven effort will help Los Angeles families preserve their memories while supporting wildfire relief efforts. … Continue reading →

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Sam Lagana Sworn in as Honorary Pacific Palisades Sheriff

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Sue Pascoe

With a world turned upside down for most Palisades residents, the return to traditions is even more important than it was before. Today, Sam Lagana was sworn as the town’s honorary Sheriff at the Ronald Reagan American Legion Post 283. … Continue reading →

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Chamber Music Palisades Will Perform March 19

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Sue Pascoe

Chamber Music Palisades will continue its 28th season at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19, at the First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica, 1008 11th Street. There is free parking in the garage across from the church. The program … Continue reading →

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“The Way We Were: Shared Memories” to be Held March 16

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Sue Pascoe

As part of the Santa Monica Conservancy Mosaic series, a special program “The Way We Were: Shared Memories of a Village Lost” will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, March 16. This is the first installment of … Continue reading →

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Viewpoint: The Wild West: Palisades Is a Boom Town

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Sue Pascoe

  Two weeks ago, this editor told people that every time she went up to the  Palisades, it took a tiny part of her soul. No more. The excitement of coming back to the town is almost overwhelming and it … Continue reading →

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Questions about the DWP Utility Center. Why? Why Is the Park Gone?

Posted on March 11, 2025 by Sue Pascoe

In a March 7 newsletters, L.A. County Supervisor Kathryn Barger wrote “our County Department of Parks and Recreation has committed to reopening Loma Alta Park in May! Thanks to a $2.4 million donation from the FireAid L.A. concert in partnership … Continue reading →

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Mayor Bass Holds Bi-weekly Meeting: PCH Closure, ROE’s Rec Center

Posted on March 11, 2025 by Sue Pascoe

L.A. Mayor Karen Bass continues to hold bi-weekly Zoom meetings at 5 p.m. and invites all residents to register. Here are the highlights of the March 11 meeting, which can be found in its entirety on click here. In addition … Continue reading →

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Palisades Plumbing Ready to Serve Residents

Posted on March 11, 2025 by Sue Pascoe

  For residents who have moved back into their homes, and for Brentwood, Santa Monica and Topanga residents who have plumbing issues, local help is available.  With all the outside contractors coming into the area, it’s nice to know there’s … Continue reading →

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Request Denied: Residents Have No Right to Know

Posted on March 11, 2025 by Sue Pascoe

This editor spoke to an anonymous source, who pointed out that the flames of the Palisades Fire that started in the Highlands on January 7, were initially pushing against the wind towards the east and toward Will Rogers State Park. … Continue reading →

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Palisades High School’s Friday Night Live Returns March 14

Posted on March 10, 2025 by Sue Pascoe

Although the Palisades High School drama teacher Nancy Fracchiolla lost her long-time Palisades home on the Alphabet Streets where she raised two children during the Palisades Fire, it was only the start of the losses. Palisades High School closed when … Continue reading →

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