My Valley Pass Celebrates Star Wars With Event
Did you know that the Force was once strong in the San Fernando Valley? You could even say it was so strong because it was once… Read More »My Valley Pass Celebrates Star Wars With Event
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Local Hardware Store Still Serving Community 70 Years Later
In 1952 there were no big box stores, Ventura Boulevard was dotted with a just few new small businesses, and Woodland Hills moved at a slower… Read More »Local Hardware Store Still Serving Community 70 Years Later
Oscar Debacle Shines Light on Alopecia
For alopecia, the ‘cause’ is the path to the ‘cure’; that is, understanding why someone has alopecia is critical to helping the hair to grow… Read More »Oscar Debacle Shines Light on Alopecia
Which Way the Wind Blows: The Future of Aliso Canyon
It’s been almost seven years since the worst natural gas leak in the nation’s history at Aliso Canyon in the heart of Porter Ranch. 2022… Read More »Which Way the Wind Blows: The Future of Aliso Canyon
Homeowners Association Formally Opposes Homeless Hotels
The Woodland Hills Homeowners Organization (WHHO) has sent a formal letter to Councilman Bob Blumenfield that “vehemently objects to your support for the proposed use… Read More »Homeowners Association Formally Opposes Homeless Hotels
Zelensky – A Hero Rises With Hope and History Behind Him
“In a time of disillusionment, cynicism and rampant polarization – here is an example of true bravery.” The words, of course, refer to Volodymyr Zelenskyy,… Read More »Zelensky – A Hero Rises With Hope and History Behind Him
Free Concert Schedule to Rock the Stage This Summer
Valley Cultural Foundation, presenters of the free Summer Concerts in the Park series in Woodland Hills, have announced their line-up for the 2022 summer season.… Read More »Free Concert Schedule to Rock the Stage This Summer
Horrific Car Crash Kills One
A car crash Sunday night killed one teen and injured two others. The crash happened Sunday night at the corner of Topanga Canyon and Dumetz. According… Read More »Horrific Car Crash Kills One
Two Valley Powerhouses Team Up to Publish North Valley News
Two Valley entrepreneurs have formed a strategic alliance to publish a newspaper to serve the north valley. Kathleen Sterling, publisher of Valley News Group, and Miri… Read More »Two Valley Powerhouses Team Up to Publish North Valley News
Taking Back Our Streets
Thirteen year-old Mitchell Levinson stared straight into the camera at the press conference last week, with all the confidence of an adult as he spoke.… Read More »Taking Back Our Streets
Ventura Blvd. Hotel to Become Housing for Homeless Families
The County of Los Angeles, under the direction of Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, whose Third District includes Woodland Hills, is in negotiations to buy the… Read More »Ventura Blvd. Hotel to Become Housing for Homeless Families
Calabasas Water Wasters May Get Taps Turned Down
You can’t shut it off completely, but the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District is warning its most egregious water wasters that they may turn their… Read More »Calabasas Water Wasters May Get Taps Turned Down
Westfield Expansion to Open Summer 2022
Construction has continued non-stop during the pandemic on Westfield’s $250 million addition to their Topanga Center. Phase one of the project, which will include the… Read More »Westfield Expansion to Open Summer 2022
Falling in Line Again for Testing
The post-holiday Omicron surge is pushing COVID numbers higher again, and as at-home tests are tough to find, people are lining up again at various… Read More »Falling in Line Again for Testing
Even With All This Rain…It’s Too Early to Let Up
California has been experiencing much needed rain and snow that is helping to combat the ongoing drought. No one can look past their windows and… Read More »Even With All This Rain…It’s Too Early to Let Up
Omicron – From a Hospital’s Perspective
With the recent surge in COVID cases – 6,500 new cases reported in the county on Wednesday – and the easy transmission of the Omicron variant,… Read More »Omicron – From a Hospital’s Perspective
Urban Coyotes on the Prowl
Tinkerbell is gone. Lucas and Sparky carry scars. Throughout the neighborhood, signs for missing cats are posted on telephone poles. All assumed to have been… Read More »Urban Coyotes on the Prowl
Smash and Grab Hits Nordstrom Topanga
Police and paramedics responded to reports of a smash and grab robbery around 7 pm on Wednesday at Nordstrom at Westfield Topanga. Early reports state… Read More »Smash and Grab Hits Nordstrom Topanga
City Council Keeps Most of West Valley Whole in Final Redistricting Map
After a nearly year-long process to hear comments from the public on their communities of interest and review census data, this week the City Council… Read More »City Council Keeps Most of West Valley Whole in Final Redistricting Map
Hiring Signs Are Everywhere – Where Did All the Workers Go?
It takes a workforce to make the engines run, but some 300,000 employees short across the country, we don’t know how to reignite the absentees… Read More »Hiring Signs Are Everywhere – Where Did All the Workers Go?
“No Encampment” Zones Approved by City
This week the LA City Council formally adopted my resolution to establish sensible, constitutional and much needed ‘no encampment’ buffer zones around certain sensitive sites. … Read More »“No Encampment” Zones Approved by City
LA Plan Would Cut Woodland Hills in Half
The Los Angeles City Council Redistricting Commission met Monday and Tuesday night and revealed what they decided would be the best answer(s) to the required… Read More »LA Plan Would Cut Woodland Hills in Half
Proof of Vaccine Now Sets the Bar – No Shot at Service Without One
As of October 7, “getting carded” has a new meaning. The County of Los Angeles has mandated that all indoor bars, wineries, breweries, lounges and… Read More »Proof of Vaccine Now Sets the Bar – No Shot at Service Without One
Target Woodland Hills: New Target for Homeless?
Valley News Group has reported on the growing homeless camp on Ventura Blvd. right in front of Target Woodland Hills. Recent complaints, however, have the… Read More »Target Woodland Hills: New Target for Homeless?
The San Fernando Valley Community Celebrates 818 Day!
In celebration of the unique place this community calls home, Valley residents congregated at Westfield Fashion Square yesterday to celebrate the San Fernando Valley at… Read More »The San Fernando Valley Community Celebrates 818 Day!
United Chambers Announces 2021 Inspirational Women Honorees
The United Chambers of Commerce has named their 2021 Inspirational Women of the Year. The honor is bestowed on outstanding women who have made a… Read More »United Chambers Announces 2021 Inspirational Women Honorees
Airplane Noise Over West Valley – What’s Being Done?
Over the past few months, I’ve heard from many constituents concerned about airplane noise over West Valley communities. Portions of the West Valley are under… Read More »Airplane Noise Over West Valley – What’s Being Done?
New Encampment Limits Pass City Council-How Will They Impact the Valley’s Homeless Crisis?
This week the LA City Council passed legislation, which I co-authored, that will establish constitutional, enforceable laws prohibiting encampments in certain sensitive areas. Areas that… Read More »New Encampment Limits Pass City Council-How Will They Impact the Valley’s Homeless Crisis?
Discount Grocer Aldi to Open at Old OSH Hardware
Aldi, the German discount grocer that already numbers 60-plus stores in California, is moving ahead with plans to open at the old OSH at Fallbrook… Read More »Discount Grocer Aldi to Open at Old OSH Hardware
Fireworks to Light Up West Valley Skies for the Fourth of July!
Valley Cultural Foundation will produce their 20th annual fireworks show in Warner Park this Sunday, July 4. Bob Blumenfield’s July 4 Fireworks Extravaganza, presented by… Read More »Fireworks to Light Up West Valley Skies for the Fourth of July!
Saving the Smallest House in Woodland Hills
The tiny, 100-year-old house at Ventura Boulevard and Glade has withstood nearly a century of weather, various tenants, earthquakes and more, but is succumbing daily… Read More »Saving the Smallest House in Woodland Hills
There’s No More “Fire Season” in California
Fire season in California was always defined as June to late December. This May has already seen two red-flag alerts – an anomaly which hasn’t… Read More »There’s No More “Fire Season” in California
Finding Those He Thought Were Lost
It is a sad story, but it has a happy ending. Paul Gross was born and raised in New York in the 1960’s and 70’s. … Read More »Finding Those He Thought Were Lost
Where Else Can They Go?
With Judge Carter’s ruling this week that the nearly 5,000 residents of Skid Row must be relocated from the area by October, tensions are running… Read More »Where Else Can They Go?
Valley Cultural Foundation Announces Park Summer Entertainment Lineup!
The Valley Cultural Foundation (VCF) will be returning this summer for the 46th concert season at Warner Ranch Park. Nora Ross, CEO, said, “After this… Read More »Valley Cultural Foundation Announces Park Summer Entertainment Lineup!
Is Street Racing Out of Control?
A woman driver in a Prius – last Friday. Two children in a cross walk – 2020. Truck driver killed by 17-year-old – 2019. Fatal… Read More »Is Street Racing Out of Control?
Urban Coyote Attacks Valley Homeowner
It was Sparky’s nighttime constitutional. My friend Sandra Mariscal carried him out the front door to the walkway, being extra cautious as there had been… Read More »Urban Coyote Attacks Valley Homeowner
Going Hungry in the Valley
Call it rationing. Call it money management. Call it food insecurity. I don’t know who put the fancy label on it, but trust me, when… Read More »Going Hungry in the Valley
City Opens Second-Largest Vaccination Site at Pierce College
The City of Los Angeles has opened its second-largest vaccination center at Pierce College. The center, located in Parking Lot 7 off Victory Boulevard, will… Read More »City Opens Second-Largest Vaccination Site at Pierce College
Back to School – Or Not?
This week, the County of Los Angeles announced that schools that had TK to sixth grades could open back up once they passed a safety… Read More »Back to School – Or Not?
For One Car Chase Suspect, It’s All Downhill
A car chase that ended in Woodland Hills left the car and driver stuck on a fence just above Ventura Blvd. near Woodlake Bowl. The… Read More »For One Car Chase Suspect, It’s All Downhill
Tiny Homes for Homeless Coming to West Valley
“It’s a tiny solution to a huge problem,” says Ken Craft. He can state that with authority. Craft, CEO of Hope of the Valley Rescue… Read More »Tiny Homes for Homeless Coming to West Valley
Restaurants Scramble to Set Up…Again!
The State of California and the County of Los Angeles have given approval for restaurants to once again offer limited outdoor dining as of Friday,… Read More »Restaurants Scramble to Set Up…Again!
Congressman Brad Sherman: Inside the Siege
Congressman Brad Sherman started the day, January 6, as the guest speaker at a West Valley Warner Center Chamber Zoom meeting. He then left his… Read More »Congressman Brad Sherman: Inside the Siege
City Approves Westfield’s “Mini City”
The Los Angeles City Council last week unanimously approved Westfield’s Promenade 2035 Plan. The “mini city” will include a sports arena, two hotels, over 1,400… Read More »City Approves Westfield’s “Mini City”
New Vaccine Rollout Explained
Front-line health care workers and essential workers putting their lives on the line to keep the economy and society going are now eligible to step… Read More »New Vaccine Rollout Explained
Nighttrek: What to See in the January Sky
The highlight of January is the meteor shower named the “Quadrantids” that occurs on Saturday, January 2. Go out after 6 pm and see how… Read More »Nighttrek: What to See in the January Sky
West Valley Hotels to Become Homeless Housing
Joined by LA Family Housing at a small celebration under COVID-19 protocols, Councilmember Bob Blumenfield has announced that the City of Los Angeles has purchased… Read More »West Valley Hotels to Become Homeless Housing
Local Hospitals Get First Doses of Vaccine
On Wednesday, Los Angeles marked the deadliest day of the pandemic, yet hope arrived as vaccines were delivered to local valley hospitals. With 22,422 new… Read More »Local Hospitals Get First Doses of Vaccine
Light Up Your Holiday…Candy Cane Lane Still as Sweet
Woodland Hills Candy Cane Lane, located off Winnetka Avenue and Oxnard Street, has been a holiday favorite since 1948! 2020 has brought so many changes,… Read More »Light Up Your Holiday…Candy Cane Lane Still as Sweet
Nighttrek: What to See in the December Sky
The highlight of December is the “Great Conjunction” of Saturn and Jupiter on Monday, December 21. These two giant planets will be the closest to… Read More »Nighttrek: What to See in the December Sky
Restaurants Feel Burned by Shut Down
Both the City and County of Los Angeles have mandated that all restaurants eliminate outdoor dining for three weeks starting the day before Thanksgiving. They… Read More »Restaurants Feel Burned by Shut Down
How to Be Someone’s Santa This Holiday: Adopt a Family in Need This Season
There is so much bad news in the world: COVID-19 numbers are up, big companies are laying off more people, there are runs again on… Read More »How to Be Someone’s Santa This Holiday: Adopt a Family in Need This Season
The Proposed Vaccine: An Infectious Disease Expert Weights In
This week Pfizer announced a vaccine candidate they found to be more than 90% effective in preventing COVID-19. Pfizer and Biontech studied 43,538 participants, all… Read More »The Proposed Vaccine: An Infectious Disease Expert Weights In
Contact Tracing: Who Does the Detective Work?
How do you track a disease when so many of its carriers can be asymptomatic? How do you find out when someone was infected? Where?… Read More »Contact Tracing: Who Does the Detective Work?
Not Trick or Treating? Visit These Haunted Houses Instead
The second annual “Halloween Houses on Display” contest is underway in West Hills, judged by impartial professionals to find the scariest and the most comical… Read More »Not Trick or Treating? Visit These Haunted Houses Instead
Westfield Kicks Off the Holiday Season With “Shop Your Heart Out” for Local Charities
Just in time for the start of the holiday shopping season, Westfield Topanga & The Village are hosting a “Shop Your Heart Out” charitable shopping… Read More »Westfield Kicks Off the Holiday Season With “Shop Your Heart Out” for Local Charities
The Reel History of the Valley: “Movie Ranches: More Cameras than Cows”
A visitor to the San Fernando Valley in the early 20th century would have been treated to the sight of more than a dozen ranches… Read More »The Reel History of the Valley: “Movie Ranches: More Cameras than Cows”
Voting Should be Simple – But Not This Year! How and Where to Vote
Vote. It sounds so simple. But not this year. How and when you vote has never been so complicated. In person on November 3rd, in… Read More »Voting Should be Simple – But Not This Year! How and Where to Vote
Blumenfield Vows to Move Homeless from Winnetka – But Will They Leave?
Councilman Bob Blumenfield has set the date of November 16 to remove all homeless encampments from the Winnetka and Corbin underpasses of the freeway. LAHSA (Los… Read More »Blumenfield Vows to Move Homeless from Winnetka – But Will They Leave?
Is Private Firefighting Just for the Rich?
Kim Kardashian brought in a private crew during the Woolsey Fire. Insurance companies pay for fire specialists for those homeowners on the Forbes 400 Rich… Read More »Is Private Firefighting Just for the Rich?
Worried About Fire? Evacuation? Document Your Property Now
The recent surge in fires this week has understandably made many residents nervous – and cautious. They also underscore the importance of having adequate insurance… Read More »Worried About Fire? Evacuation? Document Your Property Now
Boo! Hoo… Has Halloween Been Cancelled?
On September 8 the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued guidelines for Halloween. No trick or treating (since revised to a recommendation). No… Read More »Boo! Hoo… Has Halloween Been Cancelled?
Do Teachers Really Want to Go Back Into the Classroom?
Here we are in a pandemic. We know what the state, county and city have planned for our schools. We know what the public and… Read More »Do Teachers Really Want to Go Back Into the Classroom?
Commercial Real Estate After COVID 19
With COVID-19, more and more people are working from home and not returning to the office environment. Buildings appear half-empty, and many companies have announced… Read More »Commercial Real Estate After COVID 19
A-List Estate Agent Breaks Down Encino’s Real Estate Surge
Carl Gambino knows luxury real estate. Having set the record for the highest sale in Encino history at $14 million, he further went on to… Read More »A-List Estate Agent Breaks Down Encino’s Real Estate Surge
Valley News Group Partners With Spectrum For Local-Based News App
Spectrum Networks has partnered with Valley News Group in the launch of its Spectrum News App, introduced this week. The app combines reporting from existing newsrooms… Read More »Valley News Group Partners With Spectrum For Local-Based News App
Flying Into the Belly of the Beast: New “Firehawk” Helicopters Designed Just for Firefighting
Heat. Winds. Dry hillsides. All of which make Southern California a hot spot for wildfires. The 2018 Woolsey Fire was a lesson to residents in… Read More »Flying Into the Belly of the Beast: New “Firehawk” Helicopters Designed Just for Firefighting
Ahhh 2020… And Now Come the Snakes!
Pandemic, protests, murder hornets. 2020 has hardly been tame. And now snake season has started with the hot weather, and “Rattlesnake Wrangler” Bo Slyapich is… Read More »Ahhh 2020… And Now Come the Snakes!
Cashless Dash Carts Rolling Out Soon at Amazon Woodland Hills
They’re rolling out smart in Woodland Hills! The new Amazon grocery store will introduce their new “Dash Cart” technology when the store opens at 6245… Read More »Cashless Dash Carts Rolling Out Soon at Amazon Woodland Hills
Getting Your PPP Loan Forgiven
Congratulations, you received a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan! If you are like most businesses, you applied for the loan because it can be forgivable. … Read More »Getting Your PPP Loan Forgiven
July 4th Flyover Will Wing its Way Over the Valley
With fireworks shows in the valley canceled this fourth, the planes of the Condor Air Squadron will bring a patriotic flyover to Encino Saturday night.… Read More »July 4th Flyover Will Wing its Way Over the Valley
“Cinema in Cars” to Roll Out July 12
Valley Cultural Foundation has found a way, even during a pandemic, to make it “a beautiful day in the neighborhood.” VCF, the leading art organization… Read More »“Cinema in Cars” to Roll Out July 12
Protests Amid a Pandemic
In the midst of fighting a pandemic, the valley – and the nation as a whole – quickly found itself inundated with the aftermath of… Read More »Protests Amid a Pandemic
Mountain Lion Gives Birth to Three Kittens
It’s kitten season and mountain lions are no exception! P-54, who lives in the Santa Monica Mountains, just gave birth to a litter of three… Read More »Mountain Lion Gives Birth to Three Kittens
Westfield Suspends Reopening
UPDATE: While initially scheduled to reopen on June 3, Westfield Fashion Square and Westfield Topanga & The Village have suspended opening their doors in an… Read More »Westfield Suspends Reopening
Calabasas City Manager Dr. Gary Lysik Announces Resignation
On Monday, May 18, 2020, Dr. Lysik tendered his resignation as Calabasas’ City Manager to the Council effective May 17, 2020 for personal reasons. Lysik… Read More »Calabasas City Manager Dr. Gary Lysik Announces Resignation
Fighting on Two Fronts: Preparing for Fire Season While Fighting a Pandemic
California Governor Gavin Newsom led off his daily briefing Wednesday by saying, “We have to walk and chew gum at the same time.” Obviously the… Read More »Fighting on Two Fronts: Preparing for Fire Season While Fighting a Pandemic
Drive-In Movies Coming to West Valley
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Any L.A. Resident Can Get Tested for Virus Without Symptoms
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced Wednesday that any L.A. County resident can get tested for COVID-19, whether or not they have symptoms of the… Read More »Any L.A. Resident Can Get Tested for Virus Without Symptoms
Westfield Promenade Hearing Postponed
The hearing on Westfield Promenade, originally scheduled for March 25, was cancelled due to the coronavirus crisis. Westfield has been working with the City of… Read More »Westfield Promenade Hearing Postponed
We’re Self Isolating at Home; But What About the Homeless?
We are wearing masks. Practicing self-quarantine. Isolating at home. But what if you don’t have a home? The issue of the homeless during a pandemic… Read More »We’re Self Isolating at Home; But What About the Homeless?
Virus Testing Site Opens in West Valley
As of April 7, anyone in Los Angeles can now be tested for COVID 19. Prior to that date you had to be deemed “vulnerable,”… Read More »Virus Testing Site Opens in West Valley
Nighttrek: What to See in the April Sky
The highlight of April is the opportunity to see the super bright planet Venus in the beautiful star cluster, the “Pleiades.” Look west after 8:30… Read More »Nighttrek: What to See in the April Sky
Valley Virus Map Created by CSUN Professor
Just click on your city and see how many cases of coronavirus have been confirmed. As of April 1, Woodland Hills has 25. The new… Read More »Valley Virus Map Created by CSUN Professor
West Hills Hospital Seeks Donations
West Hills Hospital has reached out to the community during this time of uneasiness and continual change. COVID has had significant effects on the healthcare… Read More »West Hills Hospital Seeks Donations
Worried About Symptoms? Dignity Launches Virtual Urgent Care
[ Dignity Health today announced the launch of a free virtual urgent care service, Virtual Care Anywhere, for anyone in our community experiencing mild to… Read More »Worried About Symptoms? Dignity Launches Virtual Urgent Care
Coronavirus News (Updated as Needed)
March 23, 2020 -Mayor Garcetti is expanding the moratorium on evictions to include the Ellis Act and tenants will have 6 months to pay it… Read More »Coronavirus News (Updated as Needed)
Mitch Englander Arrested For Fraud
Former City Councilman Mitch Englander was arrested this week in an FBI investigation. He is accused of lying to Feds about alleged cash payments from… Read More »Mitch Englander Arrested For Fraud
Beloved Valley Leader Passes
Gary M. Thomas, one of the San Fernando Valley’s most active and admired community leaders, died last Friday, March 6, at the UCLA Medical Center… Read More »Beloved Valley Leader Passes
Tarzana Family Quarantined for Coronavirus
The L.A. Department of Health today announced four new cases of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) in LA County. The total number of cases now… Read More »Tarzana Family Quarantined for Coronavirus
Preparing for a Possible Pandemic
News about the new coronavirus and its global spread is coming at all of us hard and fast. Whether you like to get your news… Read More »Preparing for a Possible Pandemic
Westfield Reduces Size of Promenade Stadium!
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) announced Friday that it has submitted amended plans to the City of Los Angeles for the Promenade 2035 project, which proposes to create… Read More »Westfield Reduces Size of Promenade Stadium!
Amazon 4-Star Store Opening at Westfield Topanga
Amazon will open one of the “4-Star” stores at Westfield Topanga next week. The store will feature products from the most popular categories on Amazon.com,… Read More »Amazon 4-Star Store Opening at Westfield Topanga
Breaking News From Westfield!
Westfield has announced they will open a state-of-the-art AMC luxury theatre with 12 screens that will be approximately 55,000 square feet as a part of… Read More »Breaking News From Westfield!
Calabasas Creates Kobe Crash Memorial
In honor of the January 26 helicopter crash in Calabasas that killed Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others, the City of Calabasas has planted… Read More »Calabasas Creates Kobe Crash Memorial
Calabasas Copes with the Crash That Killed Kobe and Eight Others
[ The helicopter crash that killed basketball legend Kobe Bryant and eight others reverberated throughout the country and around the world – but happened right… Read More »Calabasas Copes with the Crash That Killed Kobe and Eight Others
Rocketdyne Owners Ask for Reduced Cleanup Standards
United Technologies Corp., the owners of the Rocketdyne property in Warner Center, have asked the state to change the cleanup requirements of the property from… Read More »Rocketdyne Owners Ask for Reduced Cleanup Standards
Grocery Store Shake-Up
Encino residents were seemingly blindsided to hear that Ralph’s at Hayvenhurst and Ventura will soon be shutting its doors. During the first week of January,… Read More »Grocery Store Shake-Up
Westfield Announces Plans For Sears Building
Westfield Topanga & The Village announced today that it will begin work this month on the transformation of a long-vacated 160,000-square-foot former Sears department store into a… Read More »Westfield Announces Plans For Sears Building
Hazmat Team Called to Hotel Drug Scare
LAPD’s hazmat team was called to the Extended Stay hotel on Ventura Boulevard near Winnetka on Tuesday after four guests used drugs laced with fentanyl.… Read More »Hazmat Team Called to Hotel Drug Scare
Aah Shucks!…Iconic Store to Close January 5
An iconic institution whose storefront was easily recognizable to Valley residents is closing its doors. After 40 years in business, Aah’s! The Ultimate Gift Store… Read More »Aah Shucks!…Iconic Store to Close January 5
Over Two Dozens Cars Vandalized in Calabasas
The L.A. County Sheriff’s Department is seeking suspects in rampant vandalism Tuesday night. At least 29 cars were spray painted and had tires slashed in… Read More »Over Two Dozens Cars Vandalized in Calabasas
A Christmas “Tail” of Salvation
If you’re not a dog lover, you may not connect. Flip to the articles about the local business bootcamps or the myriad of entertainment options… Read More »A Christmas “Tail” of Salvation
Sweet Beginnings of Candy Cane Lane
It was the brainchild of just two women meeting for a “coffee klatch.” The year was 1950, and Mooie Harrington and June Ashen lived on… Read More »Sweet Beginnings of Candy Cane Lane
CicLAvia Comes to the Valley
For the first time, CicLAvia is coming to the valley! Walk, roll, dance, or bike down Sherman Way on Sunday, December 8 from 9 am… Read More »CicLAvia Comes to the Valley
The State of School Safety
Certain topics bring pause to a conversation, change the mood of a dialogue and frankly are outright difficult to talk about. And yet, they must… Read More »The State of School Safety
(Un)Real Estate Numbers for Encino: $20 Million Sale Proves Celebs are “Suckers” for the Neighborhood
In the late summer of 1789, Spanish Conquistador Gaspar De Portola led an expedition of 64 men and 100 mules over what is now the… Read More »(Un)Real Estate Numbers for Encino: $20 Million Sale Proves Celebs are “Suckers” for the Neighborhood
Honoring Those Who Served: New Veterans Garden Dedicated
They came from all branches of the military. Every war from WWII to Desert Storm. Dozens of veterans took part in the dedication of the… Read More »Honoring Those Who Served: New Veterans Garden Dedicated
Calabasas Settles With Edison for $4 Million
The City of Calabasas has announced a $4 million settlement with Southern California Edison to resolve wildfire claims resulting from the 2018 Woolsey Fire. Calabasas’… Read More »Calabasas Settles With Edison for $4 Million
LA Cultural Heritage Commission Approves Blumenfield’s Effort to Preserve Bothwell Ranch
The LA Cultural Heritage Commission approved the historic designation of the Bothwell Ranch, the last major orange grove in the San Fernando Valley. Led by… Read More »LA Cultural Heritage Commission Approves Blumenfield’s Effort to Preserve Bothwell Ranch
Draft Report: Woolsey Fire – One Year Later
It was a typical Saturday morning, but the meeting at Agoura High School was anything but typical. The people in attendance were there to hear… Read More »Draft Report: Woolsey Fire – One Year Later
Active Shooter Training Approved For Local Schools
After months of working with Los Angeles Unified School District and the Los Angeles Community College District, local activists from the West Valley Resistance (WVR)… Read More »Active Shooter Training Approved For Local Schools
Woolsey Fire: What Went Wrong? Public Meeting Oct. 26
According to a draft comprehensive review of the Woolsey Fire released this week, LA County was prepared for a ‘typical to serious emergency’, but not… Read More »Woolsey Fire: What Went Wrong? Public Meeting Oct. 26
Holiday Job Fair!
‘Tis the season when retailers are prepping for the holiday season and need extra sets of helping hands! Are you looking for part-time, full-time or… Read More »Holiday Job Fair!
Fire Season is Here, What Happens Now?
We almost made it to the first anniversary of the Woolsey Fire. Eleven months after one of the most destructive fires in our state’s history,… Read More »Fire Season is Here, What Happens Now?
Grassroots Petition Started to Save Jim’s BBQ
For 12 years Jim’s Fallbrook Market has been serving up barbecue hot from their parking lot grills every weekend with no issues. A neighborhood favorite… Read More »Grassroots Petition Started to Save Jim’s BBQ
Take Him out to the Ball Game!
There are 30 stadiums used by teams in Major League Baseball. Fred Gaines has been to them all, and more. At the beginning of the… Read More »Take Him out to the Ball Game!
Nighttrek: What to See in the October Sky
The highlight of October comes on a special night, Thursday the 31st, Halloween Night! A great “conjunction” occurs when the planet Jupiter and the… Read More »Nighttrek: What to See in the October Sky
One Man’s Crusade to Save Lives
Agoura resident and Blue Dog Beer Tavern owner Paul Scrivano didn’t think anything was wrong. He was tired, but chalked it up to riding herd… Read More »One Man’s Crusade to Save Lives
Open House Attacker Arrested
A man who physically assaulted a real estate agent at an open house in Encino has been arrested and identified. Alen Karaboghosian, 45, was taken… Read More »Open House Attacker Arrested
Cops Warn Thieves are Getting Smarter
With the recent trend of homeowners installing Ring cameras to amp up their personal security, thieves are starting to get smart to the idea… The… Read More »Cops Warn Thieves are Getting Smarter
You’ve Got IT San Fernando Valley
Okay San Fernando Valley, tell me you haven’t seen “IT 2” yet? IT (pun intended) fails in many ways; the pace lags, the dialogue at… Read More »You’ve Got IT San Fernando Valley
Stolen Dog Found in Abandoned Truck
A two-day search for “Teddy,” who was stolen, along with his owners’ truck, last Sunday, had a happy ending. The truck was stolen from Whole… Read More »Stolen Dog Found in Abandoned Truck
Amazon Grocery Going Into Woodland Hills?
Since the closing of Toys “R” Us at 6245 Topanga Canyon Blvd. in Warner Center, rumors have circulated that the property would become a grocery… Read More »Amazon Grocery Going Into Woodland Hills?
False Report of Shots Fired Leads to Evacuation
A “smash and grab” robbery at Neiman Marcus on Sunday, August 25, at Westfield Topanga led many shoppers and employees to believe there was an… Read More »False Report of Shots Fired Leads to Evacuation
Coyotes Being Killed by Bow and Arrow
Multiple reports of “urban coyotes” being killed by bow and arrow in the last few months have been recorded by L.A. County Animal Care. An… Read More »Coyotes Being Killed by Bow and Arrow
Fernando Award Finalists Announced
The Fernando Award Foundation has announced the finalists for the 2019 Fernando Award. The annual award is given out to a person who exemplifies the… Read More »Fernando Award Finalists Announced
Exposés on “Crimebusters” Lead to Investigation of LAPD SLO’s
Several online magazines, including L.A. Magazine and The Knock, have published exposés this week about the West Valley social media groups “Crimebusters of West Hills… Read More »Exposés on “Crimebusters” Lead to Investigation of LAPD SLO’s
Westfield, Homeowner Group, Appeal Planning Commission on Promenade 2035
Westfield is appealing the City of Los Angeles Planning Department’s ruling on their Promenade 2035 project. The city approved the majority of the plan but… Read More »Westfield, Homeowner Group, Appeal Planning Commission on Promenade 2035
Kanye Building Dome Homes for Homeless
Rapper and Hidden Hills resident Kanye West has embarked on a new venture with his Yeezy empire. He is building a dome-like housing community for… Read More »Kanye Building Dome Homes for Homeless
City Reinstates Ban on Living In Your Car
The Los Angeles City Council this week reinstated a temporary ordinance that restricts people from living in their cars in residential areas – or next… Read More »City Reinstates Ban on Living In Your Car
Online Prank Leads Homeless to Tarzana Mansion to Find Shelter
Countless homeless have shown up at a Tarzana mansion looking for shelter only to be turned away by the residents who are becoming increasingly frustrated… Read More »Online Prank Leads Homeless to Tarzana Mansion to Find Shelter
Promenade 2035 Plan Approved – With Smaller Stadium
Westfield’s proposed Promenade 2035 Plan got a nod of approval from the city’s Planning Department – with one major modification. The plan as submitted to… Read More »Promenade 2035 Plan Approved – With Smaller Stadium
The City Has Gone to the…Rats?
Oh rats! Major cities, including Los Angeles, have shown a recent spike in rat infestations fueled by the ever-increasing presence of homeless encampments as well… Read More »The City Has Gone to the…Rats?
City Ban on Sleeping in Cars Expired and Not Renewed
A City of Los Angeles law barring people from sleeping in cars parked on residential streets expired at the end of June. The City Council… Read More »City Ban on Sleeping in Cars Expired and Not Renewed
City Council Cracks Down on Unlicensed Pot Shops
In the valley, there is a proliferation of pot shops. Some are legal, many more are unlicensed. Legal dispensaries, such as Atrium, So Cal Co-op… Read More »City Council Cracks Down on Unlicensed Pot Shops
Valley Residents Suffer the Most From Smog
Those who reside in Southern California, or have simply driven on its freeways, are well aware of the fact that the smog is simply an… Read More »Valley Residents Suffer the Most From Smog
In Wake of Homelessness Numbers, Stern Submits Requests to Extend “51-50” Hold for Homeless
State Senator Henry Stern, along with several other legislators, submitted a request to The Joint Legislative Audit Committee to examine county practices and make recommendations… Read More »In Wake of Homelessness Numbers, Stern Submits Requests to Extend “51-50” Hold for Homeless
From Their Farm To Your Table
Cherries. Corn. Stone Fruit. Tomatoes. Oh the tomatoes! Summer, in all sense of the word, is ripe with a plethora of refreshing fruits and vegetables.… Read More »From Their Farm To Your Table
Enough of Civil Liberties, Do Something With the Homeless
I’m a strong proponent of civil liberties and individual rights. You’ll hear me loud and clear on the issues of freedom on the press and… Read More »Enough of Civil Liberties, Do Something With the Homeless
Tapping Into Rescue Tactics
Tap…tap…tap…tap. Five minutes ago, you were doing paperwork or talking on the phone in your secure office building in Haiti, and then in the next… Read More »Tapping Into Rescue Tactics
What to See in the June Sky
The highlight of June comes on Tuesday night, June 18. There will be a double conjunction. Look west after sunset. The red planet, Mars, and… Read More »What to See in the June Sky
Summer “Concerts on the Green” Take the Stage June 9
Valley Cultural Center’s “Concerts on the Green” summer concert series will kick off next Sunday, June 9, with Ambrosia, with special guest Peter Beckette and… Read More »Summer “Concerts on the Green” Take the Stage June 9
Canoga Park Honors Veterans on Memorial Day
This year, the Canoga Park Memorial Parade will be honoring fallen veterans from all military campaigns, including the Civil War. Dubbed “A big-city event with… Read More »Canoga Park Honors Veterans on Memorial Day
Supreme Court Denies Review of Gavin Smith Murder
The California Supreme Court upheld the prior ruling in the case of drug dealer John Creech, who was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the… Read More »Supreme Court Denies Review of Gavin Smith Murder
Two Killed in Lamborghini Crash in Encino
Two people were killed Wednesday evening in Encino when the Lamborghini they were speeding in violently crashed. The accident occurred near the Sepulveda Basin Recreation… Read More »Two Killed in Lamborghini Crash in Encino
Girl Claims Drugging at Calabasas Mansion Party
Over the weekend, YouTube star Jake Paul threw a party at his Calabasas mansion that resulted in a woman’s claim that she had been drugged… Read More »Girl Claims Drugging at Calabasas Mansion Party
Creating Messages of Peace
A mullah, a priest, deacon, rabbi, councilman and a cop. Women doctors, business owners, mothers, children. What do all these people have in common? They… Read More »Creating Messages of Peace
Three Los Angeles Police Department officers have been infected with MRSA at the West Valley station in Reseda.
Multiple reports have recently emerged that several LAPD officers may have contracted MRSA, a highly contagious infection. MRSA, or Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, causes staph infections… Read More »Three Los Angeles Police Department officers have been infected with MRSA at the West Valley station in Reseda.
Promenade 2035 Public Hearing Brings Out Supporters
The “ayes” have it. The majority of community leaders and residents at the public hearing Wednesday for Westfield’s Promenade 2035 plan supported the project. Only… Read More »Promenade 2035 Public Hearing Brings Out Supporters
Lions and Tigers and a Beastly Ball…Oh My!
While the Los Angeles Zoo is famous for its menagerie of animals for tourists and locals alike to marvel at, behind the scenes, the… Read More »Lions and Tigers and a Beastly Ball…Oh My!
Bobcat Litter Born to Woolsey Fire Survivor
Despite the destruction the Woolsey Fire left in its wake, it only takes a quick glance at the hillsides to see that the environment is… Read More »Bobcat Litter Born to Woolsey Fire Survivor
Homeowners “Just Say No” to Sober Living Homes
The Woolsey Fire blew more than ash into the west valley. With the destruction of so much property in Malibu, long a location for high-end… Read More »Homeowners “Just Say No” to Sober Living Homes
52,00 Rats Bought By City
52,000 frozen rats. $1.5 million worth of gloves. 30,000 mops. Those are just a few of the line items in the City of Los Angeles… Read More »52,00 Rats Bought By City
Shelter to Soldier
While we’re all familiar with the saying that dog is man’s best friend, at Shelter to Soldier, man and dog are more than friends; they’re… Read More »Shelter to Soldier
Answering the “Call” to Serve and Protect
For every bad deed we report, there seem to be more selfless stories of those willing to step up and do the right thing. Such… Read More »Answering the “Call” to Serve and Protect
Enjoy Your Workouts With a Side of Sunshine!
April has begun and spring is in the air! As the days get longer and the weather becomes sunny and warm I thought I would… Read More »Enjoy Your Workouts With a Side of Sunshine!
Encino Hip Hop Producer Home Raided by SWAT
Early Wednesday morning on April 3, police raided the Encino home of hip-hop producer Mally Mall (Jamal Rashid). Both the LAPD and the Department of… Read More »Encino Hip Hop Producer Home Raided by SWAT
Calabasas Says Adios in April to Plastic
Beginning April 30 no retail food establishment or nonprofit food provider located in the City of Calabasas will provide, distribute, or sell plastic straws, stirrers,… Read More »Calabasas Says Adios in April to Plastic
West Valley First to Get Permanent Homeless Bridge Housing
Councilmember Bob Blumenfield and the Los Angeles City Council on Wednesday approved funding for a new permanent Bridge Housing site in the West Valley. In… Read More »West Valley First to Get Permanent Homeless Bridge Housing
Omar Protestors Take to Streets
Hundreds of west valley residents, community advocates and political activists took to Canoga Avenue Saturday afternoon across the street from the Hilton Hotel. They were… Read More »Omar Protestors Take to Streets
Congresswoman Omar Makes Waves in Warner Center
This is a volatile week in the west valley. Wednesday morning anti-Semitic posters were plastered across Woodland Hills and Tarzana. This Saturday, controversial United States… Read More »Congresswoman Omar Makes Waves in Warner Center
Introducing the Encino Enterprise!
Introducing the Encino Enterprise- the fourth addition to the Valley News Group family! With the influx of national and world news dominating headlines, it’s nice… Read More »Introducing the Encino Enterprise!
