Category Archives: Community

GUSTAF SODERBERG – Best of the Best

  This editor can think of at least five individuals or groups that should have been honored by the town/community council but have not. Either they have been overlooked or people were unaware of the contributions made. They still should … Continue reading

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DICK LITTLESTONE: The Best of the Best

This editor can think of at least five individuals or groups that should have been honored by the town/community council but have not. Either they have been overlooked or people were unaware of the contributions made. They still should be … Continue reading

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Library Offers Great Activities December 10-19

HEALTHY BRAIN HABITS Alzheimer’s LA will provide tips for keeping one’s brain healthy. There will be a discussion of age-related changes in memory and thinking. They will speak about the risk factors for dementia and ways to keep one’s brain … Continue reading

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Local Residents Start Fundraiser for Todd Tharen

Todd Tharen, an athletic presence in Pacific Palisades as coach, teacher and trainer, has been diagnosed with colon cancer. Tharen is scheduled for surgery this week. While the prognosis is good because the disease was caught early, he will need … Continue reading

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Keeping the Town Clean with Help from Troop 223

Highlighting the acts of some dedicated youths often goes unnoticed, which is why the almost three hours of cleaning that some Scouts from Troop 223 did on October 14, should be recognized. Patrol leader Jack Itaya led a group of … Continue reading

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St. Matthew’s Christmas Faire Raises Money for 15 Nonprofits

The St. Matthew’s Christmas Faire is an annual event sponsored by the Parish to raise money for its Outreach Partners. This was the Faire’s 32 year, and it was held on November 17. Everyone who attended agreed it was a … Continue reading

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Holiday Season Activities Underway this Weekend

YMCA TREE LIGHTING: The Palisades-Malibu YMCA Christmas Tree lot will open on December 1. A tree at the entrance to Temescal Canyon Road and Sunset Boulevard will be lit at 5:30 p.m. to celebrate the opening of the tree lot. … Continue reading

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Evening of Honor Recognizes Medal of Honor Recipients

An Evening of Honor was held on November 18 to recognize five Medal of Honor recipients at the Ronald Reagan American Legion Post 283. Two men had received medals for their actions during the Vietnam War: Specialist 5 James C. … Continue reading

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Sam Lagana Honored by CBS as a Hometown Hero

Sam Laganà, who grew up in Pacific Palisades and is now famously known as the announcer/stadium “voice” of the Los Angeles Rams, was honored by CBS-Los Angeles Sports as a Hometown Hero, in October. Whenever an announcer/emcee is needed in … Continue reading

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Troop 223 Holds Eagle Court of Honor

Troop 223 held its Eagle Court of Honor on November 21, at Saint Matthews gymnasium, with 25 young men recognized for their Eagle Scout accomplishment. Mike Lanning became Scoutmaster in 1953 and over the past 70 years has helped raise … Continue reading

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