Thursday, September 10, 2015

Altadena Station’s Crime Blotter for the Week of August 30, 2015

Sunday, August 30th

8:50 AM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the area of Mendocino Street and Fair Oaks Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the vehicle via unknown means.  Property Stolen:  Dewalt hammer and impact drill, Claim technical tester, miscellaneous tools.

7:15 PM – Zuri Ordonez, 20 years old of Altadena, was arrested at Johnny Drawn Liquor, 2615 Fair Oaks Avenue for trespassing and loitering.

Monday, August 31st

8:40 AM – A residential burglary occurred in the 3000 block of Canyon Crest Road.  Suspect(s) entered the residence via the sliding door.  Property Stolen:  jewelry.

2:30 PM – A vehicle was reported stolen from the 800 block of E. Mendocino Avenue.  Stolen vehicle:  2014 Mazda CX5.

7:00 PM – David Salgado, 18 years old of Pasadena, was arrested at Baja Ranch Market, 2515 Fair Oaks Avenue, for possession of a stolen firearm, possession of a firearm; not the registered owner, and petty theft.

Tuesday, September 1st

10:09 PM – Zuri Ordonez,

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Job Opportunities Announced at Webster’s Community Pharmacy and Meredith M

Do you have a passion for working with people and love to sell? Do you love books, fashion accessories, stationery, toys and games and have a sweet tooth? Or do you love fashion an have an eye for the trends? Are you a seasoned sales professional who loves to play dress up with customers and takes pride in helping them select the perfect outfit?

If you answered yes to any or all of these questions – both Webster’s Community Pharmacy (Webster’s) and Meredith M, anchor retailers on the emerging North Lake Avenue corridor in Altadena, are looking for qualified full-time sales specialists to join their team.

Webster’s is a full service pharmacy also known for its extensive gift department where buyers can find hard-to-find retro toys, candy, gifts, greeting cards, stationery, books, jewelry and fashion accessories.

Meredith M is now a go-to destination for affordable and trend-friendly women’s apparel and fashion accessories boutique that also features a selection of gifts and clothing for babies and toddlers.

Monday, September 7, 2015

The Altadena Chamber Presents “The Lake & Mariposa End-Of-Summer Sale” on September 12

The Altadena Chamber Of Commerce is hosting the second Lake & Mariposa “End-Of-Summer Sale” on Saturday, September 12, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The streets will be lined with outdoor tables of merchandise from many participating neighborhood businesses. Great bargains, pre-holiday deals and giant discounts will draw everyone in the community to this exciting event! To keep people in the shopping mood, some local restaurants will also be offering delicious menu items at street-side tables.

Come Early For Best Deals Many participating stores will have their best savings out early, so make sure to come in the morning for the freshest bargains. For residents who aren’t familiar with all the stores and restaurants in the Lake/Mariposa District, this is a great opportunity to acquaint themselves with new businesses, such as Carciofi Design, Meredith M and old favorites like Steve’s Bikes, Gallery McGinty and Webster’s Community Pharmacy.

Sponsoring Altadena Chamber Businesses: Webster’s Community Pharmacy, Gallery McGinty, Meredith M, Altadena Hardware, Steve’s Bikes,

Saturday, September 5, 2015

No Summer Concert Series this Saturday in Farnworth Park

Altadena’s Concert in the Park is dark tonight, but returning on Saturday, September 12 at 7 p.m. with a rousing rendition of Sgt. Pepper.

Organizers say the free concert will likely be very well attended.

“If you were there last year you know to arrive early! This concert will be packed!” representatives of the hosting Sheriff’s Support Group of Altadena said.

The concert, which will be the Grand Finale for the season, will be held at Farnsworth Park, located at 586 Mount Curve Avenue.

Saturday, September 5, 2015

Altadena Heritage’s Pours Out Water-Wise Landscaping Workshop Series

Altadena Heritage will be conducting a series of water-wise landscaping workshops on transforming your front yard into a beautiful and sustainable garden.

The series will have three sessions on September 12 and 17 and on October 24.

“Early sessions of workshops almost sold out, but we still have room in 11:30-1:30 sessions,” Michele Zack said recently.

The first and third sessions will be on-site workshops and the second session will be a free presentation by experts about designing your front yard using drought-tolerant plants. This presentation will be held at the Altadena Community Center, 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Horticulturist Debby Figoni is leading the hands-on workshop and is offering up her lawn as the main “classroom.” She will be providing quick reference design sheets focusing on water-wise plants and irrigation, and share her experiences with project changes and lessons learned.

Figoni is a water conservation analyst who practices what she teaches. She has transformed her lawn-dominated yard into an award-winning water wise wonderland.

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

New Altadena Historical Society Exhibit At Webster’s Community Pharmacy Features Mountain View Mausoleum

The glorious architecture and artwork of the Mountain View Mausoleum are celebrated in a new photographic exhibit by the Altadena Historical Society in the gallery at Webster’s Community Pharmacy.

The one-dozen color photos of the landmark are part of a continuing cooperative program by the Historical Society and Webster’s to present Altadena’s colorful history in a popular, accessible location.

The enlarged photos show the exterior and interior of the mausoleum, which is located at 2300 N. Marengo Ave., three blocks north of Woodbury Road, and is itself open to the public seven days a week.

“This is Altadena’s own Sistine Chapel,” said Jane Brackman, Ph.D., Historical Society president and curator of the exhibit at Webster’s.

“Most Altadenans, even those who have lived here all their lives, have driven past the mausoleum on Marengo but have never gone inside. We hope this exhibit will encourage people to visit this Altadena landmark, which is truly stunningly beautiful.”

The high,

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Altadena Station’s Crime Blotter for the Week of August 23, 2015

Sunday, August 23rd

6:00 PM – Daniel Sandoval, 31 years old of Altadena, was arrested for battery on family members in the 2100 block of Glenrose Avenue.  He was additionally charged with battery on a paramedic and resisting arrest.

An identity theft report was documented from the 3100 block of Ewing Avenue.

Monday, August 24th

Between 12:00 AM and 9:00 AM– A vandalism occurred in the 100 block of West Ventura Street.  Unknown suspect(s) scratched two separate vehicles parked in a driveway.

1:30 PM- A petty theft occurred in the 2000 block of Mar Vista Avenue.  Unknown suspect(s) stole clothing and a pair of shoes from a parcel left on the porch by UPS.

6:30 PM – Jaime Flores, 50 years old of Altadena, was arrested for carrying a concealed dagger, public intoxication, and giving false information to a peace officer in the area of Woodbury Road and Raymond Avenue.

Tuesday, August 25th

9:00 AM – Porfirio Guerrero,

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Finally, the Evidence Emerges: It Looks Likely that ALDI Really is Coming to Altadena

At tonight’s Land Use Committee meeting of the Altadena Town Council, the attached documents were available for distribution showing detailed plans filed with the County which clearly show an ALDI market at the corner of Calaveras Street at Lake Avenue.

These plans are the first solid, convincing documentary evidence Altadena Now has seen.

See the plans for yourself! Click here Aldi_Elevations

As recently as August 25, public relations officials for ALDI refused to reveal if the market was planning to come to Altadena.

“As you can imagine, there are many factors involved when ALDI opens a new location. Aspects such as population density, proximity to competition, cost of the property and, with this being California, even traffic patterns are evaluated,” wrote Eniko Bolivar, Vice President of ALDI-hired PR firm Weber Shandwick.

Looks like Los Angeles County may have blown their smokescreen away.

Monday, August 31, 2015

Problems at Huntington Hospital May Extend Far Beyond Reported Superbug Outbreak in Scope Patients

Federal health inspectors effectively stopped over 30 unstarted surgeries from proceeding at Huntington Memorial Hospital last Tuesday after they reportedly discovered numerous violations of proper sterilization procedures during a surprise audit, current and former Operating Room nurses allege.

Steve Ralph, President and CEO of Huntington Memorial, released a statement last week confirming that federal auditors from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) were in the hospital and that “elective surgeries were temporarily halted Monday evening and resumed Tuesday.”

Ralph gave no specific explanation for stopping the surgeries other than to say that “as with any audit, business as usual can be disrupted.”

CMS officials would not discuss Huntington Hospital, citing department policies.

Huntington Hospital’s Manager of Public Relations and Media Derek Clark did not respond to two emails and three phone calls seeking comment on the nurses’ version of last week’s events.

The shutdown of all 17 operating rooms at once is said to be unprecedented at Huntington Hospital.

Monday, August 31, 2015

Altadena Town Council Land Use Committee Agenda for Tuesday, September 1 Meeting

Here is the agenda for the Altadena Town Council Land Use Committee, which is scheduled to meet Tuesday, September 1 at 7:00 p.m. in the Altadena Community Center at  730 East Altadena Drive:

1. CALL TO ORDER: Diane Marcussen, ATC Chair

2. Pledge of Allegiance: LUC Committee Member

3. Roll Call

4. Approve Meeting Agenda(s) – September 1, 2015

5. Approve Minutes – August 2015

6. Action Items: None

7. Presentation

7.1. Project R2014-01586 located at 183 – 205 E. Palm Street – The applicant will present this project for information only. – Okorie Ezieme and Billy Malone

7.2. Public Comment

8. General Public Comment:

8.1. Public Comment: During the Public Comment period, any person may address the Land Use

Committee concerning any item that is or is not listed on the agenda. The Land Use Committee welcomes public participation and input.