Author Archives: Sue Pascoe

Ernest Marquez, A Palisades Treasure, Passes

Posted on January 14, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

In his book “Rancho Boca de Santa Monica: The 1839 California Mexican Land Grant, A History,” published in 2021, Ernest Marquez wrote about the family cemetery. “Descendants from all walks of life come here for many reasons. They have a … Continue reading →

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Yale Whiffenpoofs Will Perform at St. Matthew’s

Posted on January 14, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

The Yale Whiffenpoofs will perform at St. Matthew’s Music Guild at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, January 19. Founded in 1909, the “Whiffs” began as a senior quartet that met for weekly concerts at Mory’s Temple Bar, the famous Yale tavern. … Continue reading →

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Orchids in Mystery Literature Discussed January 16  

Posted on January 14, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Arthur Pinkers will be the featured speaker at the monthly meeting of the Malibu Orchid Society at 7 p.m. on January 16, Community Methodist Church, Hart Lounge. Pinkers topic will be “Orchids in Mystery Literature.” Orchids have always had a … Continue reading →

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Discrepancies in Actions and Audits Raise Questions about LA City Controller’s Oversight

Posted on January 11, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

(Editor’s note: This article, which ran January 10 in the Valley Current, is the second installment of a two-part series delving into the practices and controversies surrounding LA City Controller Kenneth Mejia. The column aims to shed light on the biases, … Continue reading →

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Local Youth Recognized by SNO for Reporting

Posted on January 11, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Archer School freshman Maya Hernandez’s article for the school newspaper (“Severing Stigma with ‘Sexplained’: Junior Hosts New Sexual Education Podcast to Educate Through Conversation, Transparency”) was selected for “Best of SNO” recognition. School Newspaper Online (SNO) is the largest provider … Continue reading →

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A Happy Ending for Sunset Boulevard

Posted on January 11, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

There was a water pipe break on the eastbound side of Sunset Boulevard in the late afternoon on December 14. Water was gushing down Sunset and then spilling onto La Cruz pooling at the low spot in the street at … Continue reading →

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Discrepancies in Actions and Audits Raise Questions About LA City Controller’s Oversight

Posted on January 10, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

  (Editors note: This article ran in the Valley Current on January 9 and is reprinted with permission. The Current Editor wrote “This article was the first installment of a two-part series delving into the practices and controversies surrounding LA … Continue reading →

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Viewpoint: Hamas Supporters Deface the Los Angeles National Cemetery

Posted on January 10, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Hamas supporters defaced the Los Angeles National Cemetery in West Los Angeles on January 6. The Key News Network reported a large crowd of individuals spray-painted walls outside the cemetery. The National Cemetery opened in May 1889 and contains about … Continue reading →

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Pot Shot Wisdom

Posted on January 10, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Pot Shots (Editor’s note: A reader, who is a fan of Ashleigh Brilliant (creator of Pot-Shots), has worked out an agreement with CTN that gives this newsletter the permission to use copyrighted Pot-Shots. Potshots remain the property of Ashleigh Brilliant. … Continue reading →

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Try this Test: You Only Need Four to Pass

Posted on January 10, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

(Editor’s note: A reader sent the following quiz. Sorry to say I did not pass, not even close.) You only need 4 correct out of 10 questions to pass. QUIZ QUESTIONS: 1) How long did the Hundred Years’ War last? … Continue reading →

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