Category Archives: General
Investors Allege Losing Millions through Patrick McKenna’s Companies
“It is remarkable to me how a person can steal millions of dollars, yet most members of our community will not seek legal redress,” Palisades resident Karl Taro Greenfeld told Circling the News. The cost of litigation, which could stretch...
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Seniors Welcomed to Celebrate at Spring Luncheon
The Palisades Long-term Recovery Group is hosting a free spring luncheon from noon to 2 p.m. Friday, March 20, at the Ronald Reagan American Legion Post 283,15247 La Cruz Drive. Organizer say, “Join us for an afternoon of community, connection,...
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Viewpoint: Honor the Dead from the Palisades Fire at the 2026 Oscars
Palisades resident Michael Kureth wrote on a social media platform that at the 2025 Oscars, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (Oscars) honored the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) for their bravery during the Palisades Fire with a...
Let’s Go!! More News, More Fun, All the Time.
Circling The News will launch a new membership program! Support local journalism and get full access to all CTN content. The news website will begin a new model on March 30. Monthly — $9/month Yearly — $100/year Introductory 3-Year —...
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Survey Shows Insurance Pointed to as a Key Factor to Rebuilding
Prior to going to Sacramento to speak with lawmakers about insurance, resident Martin Hak suggested that the 11-member delegation, which was accompanied by L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Traci Park, have data to support conversations. The survey, which was...
“A Good Turn” Produces a More Attractive Town
Jacob Szymanski is the patrol leader of the Griffin’s, associated with Troop 223, which just concluded a successful mission on the Palisades Village Green. That tiny triangular park, located in the middle of the Palisades, did not burn during the...
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Boys and Girls: One Game Away from a State Final
In an amazing display of athleticism and determination, the Palisades High boys basketball team soundly defeated Torrey Pines 81-67 on February 7, moving one game closer to the state finals. The Southern California Regional semi-final Division II game was held...
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Let the Mud Go in the Ocean
After heavy rains, Santa Monica Canyon residents were alarmed to hear a loud rumbling sound in the channel behind their homes on February 16. Water rushed up the sides of the concrete walls in the Santa Monica Canyon Storm Control...
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Socialist Candidate Malik Supports Private Schooling
“Do as I say, not as I do,” might be the campaign slogan of Faizah Malik, who is running for Councilmember in Council District 11. At the forum at the Lutheran Church on March 1, Candidates were asked about enforcement...