Author Archives: Sue

Holiday Luncheon for Seniors Was Packed with Good Food and Cheer

Posted on December 16, 2025 by Sue

The Palisades Long-Term Recovery Group (PLTG) hosted a festive luncheon today, December 16 at the American Legion for the town’s seniors. Food was catered by Vittorios and the delicious little garlic “knob” rolls, lasagna and Caesar Salad were much appreciated. … Continue reading →

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HO!HO!HO! Delights the Community

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Sue

By HENRY KAMER The 76th Annual HO!HO!HO! holiday event returned to Simon Meadow on December 13 in a community celebration hosted by the Palisades Malibu Lowe YMCA. Following tradition, two Station 69 firetrucks (lights and sirens off) kicked off the … Continue reading →

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Viewpoint: Home for the Holidays. Not This Year.

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Sue

My kids called them “crack bars,” because the cookies were so addictive you couldn’t stop eating them – a pecan pie bar on a cookie crust. Every December at our home in Pacific Palisades, I’d make eight different kinds of … Continue reading →

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Tramonto Destroyed in Fire, Owner Now Offers Catering

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Sue

Tramonto, an upscale Italian eatery with an extensive wine list and Tuscan vibe that overlooked the Pacific Ocean in Southern Malibu, burned in the Palisades Fire. A reader wrote, “we just found Wilfredo post fire, and he lost all of … Continue reading →

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Sam Lagana Honored with “Spirit of Giving Humanitarian Award”

Posted on December 14, 2025 by Sue

The Catholic Charities of Los Angeles honored Sam Laganà with its annual Spirit of Giving  Humanitarian Award in the Region of Our Lady of the Angels in October. Laganà was recognized for his leadership in supporting the recovery and resilience … Continue reading →

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Celebrate an Old Tradition This Holiday Season

Posted on December 14, 2025 by Sue

This editor’s Radcliffe neighbor Scott Berryman, who has returned to the Palisades and put up Christmas lights, wrote “I have had incredible feedback about why to put up Christmas lights this year.” He mentioned that an old tradition that lifts … Continue reading →

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“Field of Dreams” Turf vs. Grass a Volatile Meeting

Posted on December 14, 2025 by Sue

By ALISON BURMEISTER The Pacific Palisades Recreation and Park Board (PAB) monthly meeting was held on December 9 after the November session was pushed to December when some residents contacted the City Attorney, reporting inadequate public notice. The small gym … Continue reading →

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Celebrate the Season with “A Christmas Carol”

Posted on December 13, 2025 by Sue

Join Theatre Palisades Actors’ Troupe in enjoying a special presentation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, as a radio show, on Wednesday, December 17. This is the 12th year that actors have brought the holiday spirit to theater goers with … Continue reading →

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Free Holiday Luncheon for Seniors December 16

Posted on December 13, 2025 by Sue

If you are a senior resident, you are invited to a luncheon from noon to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, December 16, at the Ronald Reagan American Legion Post, 15247 La Cruz Drive. The Palisades Long-term Recovery group is hosting the … Continue reading →

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Holiday Soiree Delights and Unites Palisadians

Posted on December 13, 2025 by Sue

By LAUREL BUSBY Special to Circling the News Laughter ricocheted through the American Legion Saturday as residents sang, danced, and played musical chairs at the Palisades Holiday Soiree. Master of Ceremonies Jimmy Dunne announced award winners and sang his own … Continue reading →

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