Category Archives: Community

It Smells Bad: Blame Dying Plankton

Posted on October 30, 2024 by Sue

An offensive odor that some liken to a sewer smell has been permeating large areas of Pacific Palisades. Some blamed local businesses, others blamed the sewer lines that run along Pacific Coast Highway, which is across from the Pacific Ocean. … Continue reading →

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RVs Can Now Be Towed

Posted on October 30, 2024 by Sue

At the Pacific Palisades Community Council meeting, Supervisor Lindsey Horvath’s field deputy Zachary Gaidzik announced some good news. Tow-away signs are being posted on Pacific Coast Highway between Coastline and Topanga Canyon Boulevard (State Route 27) to prevent long-term parking. … Continue reading →

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Redo of Temescal Mural Almost Funded

Posted on October 30, 2024 by Sue

Cathy Salser reported on October 26, that “since 10-20-24 we received 14 MORE donations! We are now at 195 donors who have pledged $92,667. About another $15,000 is needed to completely pay for the redo of the Temescal Canyon mural, located on Temescal … Continue reading →

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First Flea Market at Pali Pronounced Successful

Posted on October 23, 2024 by Sue

By HENRY KAMER Some wondered how the community would react to a flea market at the local high school. Held on October 20, it was highly successful, and residents hope it will become an annual event. The Pali High Flea … Continue reading →

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Bank Heist Took First Place in the Scribe Category

Posted on October 15, 2024 by Sue

  The annual summer youth writing contest winners were announced at a ceremony at the Palisades Library on October 9. The contest, with the theme “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to . .. ” opened in June and … Continue reading →

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Take Time to Nominate ‘Citizen’ and ‘Sparkplug’ Activists for Annual Awards

Posted on October 14, 2024 by Sue

Almost every year since 1947, a Pacific Palisades resident has been honored as Citizen of the Year. That person is selected for his or her outstanding volunteer service, underscored by a recent notable accomplishment that resulted in a substantial benefit … Continue reading →

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Taylor Takes First Place in the Scrawlers Category

Posted on October 14, 2024 by Sue

  The annual summer youth writing contest winners were announced at a ceremony at the Palisades Library on October 9. The contest, with the theme “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to . .. ” opened in June and … Continue reading →

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Speaker Will Discuss Paphiopedilum Orchids

Posted on October 13, 2024 by Sue

Orchid lovers, the Malibu Orchid Society meeting scheduled at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15, will be highly informative. Carol Klonowski we give an “Overview of Paphiopedilum” and will cover the major sections of the genus and how they differ … Continue reading →

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Winners Announced for 2024 Writing Contest

Posted on October 10, 2024 by Sue

The annual summer youth writing contest winners were announced at a ceremony at the Palisades Library. The contest, with the theme “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to . .. ” opened in June and closed on September 5. … Continue reading →

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Proposed Measure A Tax Targets the Poor

Posted on October 8, 2024 by Sue

Living in New Jersey, there was no sales tax on groceries or clothes. Why? It provides a break for the people who are struggling to get by – whose every dollar matters if they are going to eat or whether … Continue reading →

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