Author Archives: Sue Pascoe

Sales, Leases, Taxes and Inventory, Marguleas Discusses the Palisades Market

Posted on April 18, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Anthony Marguleas, the founder and owner of Amalfi Estates, spoke to the Optimist Club on April 2 about the current real estate market.  He said, “You never regret buying real estate; you only regret selling. “More people stay in their homes … Continue reading →

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Michaelson Guides St. Matthew’s Parish School

Posted on April 18, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Saint Matthew’s Parish School is in lovely and capable hands with new head of school Alley (Bartholomew) Michaelson who stepped into the position in July. This past Tuesday, she spoke to the Palisades Optimist Club. “Palisades is a unique place,” … Continue reading →

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Broken Bridge Unsafe for Homeless to Camp

Posted on April 18, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

The cement bike path, that was part of the Marvin Braude Beach Trail Gap Closure Project, started to collapse in early February. Water ran under the bridge and took out the supports. With the next rainstorm a few days later, … Continue reading →

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Going to Senior Prom, Costs What?

Posted on April 18, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

By CHAZ PLAGER It’s almost the month of May, and alongside the usual headaches of tests, college, and graduation plans, something big for Pali High seniors to look forward to remains: arguably the most important part of the year, senior … Continue reading →

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Reader Questions Mayor Karen Bass’ Statement

Posted on April 18, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

In her state of the city address from City Hall on April 15, Mayor Karen Bass spoke about homelessness. She called on businesses, wealthy individuals and charitable organizations to help out. “We are asking the most fortunate Angelenos to participate … Continue reading →

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Food Vendor Sets up by Library, Blocks Sidewalk

Posted on April 17, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

A new street vendor selling tacos set up on the sidewalk in front of the Palisades Library. That sidewalk is highly utilized and as one resident wrote: “My wife and I had to form a single line to get through. … Continue reading →

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Los Angeles: A Modern-Day Bedlam, a Madhouse

Posted on April 17, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Most people know the definition of the word bedlam; a scene of confusion, panic and hysteria. The word is derived from an old English slang term for St. Mary Bethlehem Hospital in London, founded in the 13th century. Today, it … Continue reading →

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Final Concert of the Season Will Be Held April 24

Posted on April 17, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Don’t miss Chamber Music Palisades’ last concert of the season. Phenomenal music and talent will be on display at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, at St. Matthew’s Parish at 1031 Bienveneda Avenue. Music will include pieces from American, German, … Continue reading →

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Santa Monica Residents Demand End To Needle Distribution Program in Public Parks

Posted on April 17, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

(Editor’s note: This story first appeared in the Westside Current on April 17 and is reprinted with permission.) By SANDRA CLARK Residents of Santa Monica rallied at Reed Park Tuesday morning to protest a controversial needle distribution program, arguing that … Continue reading →

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Two Women Beaten and Raped in Venice

Posted on April 16, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

A woman was walking along the Venice Canal area, in the 2700 block of Strongs Drive on April 6, around 10:30 p.m., when a man walked up behind her, knocked her unconscious with what is believed to be a metal … Continue reading →

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