By Angela Copeland This week, we will celebrate Thanksgiving. Normally, it’s an opportunity to gather together with loved ones, eat way too much good food, and watch a little football. It’s typically an opportunity to express gratitude for our good fortune. This year, it’s a little different. The pandemic and 2020 have created a challenging…
Kelley Blue Book Names Best Black Friday Car Deals for 2020
While this year’s holiday season may look vastly different than years past, Black Friday is still considered to be the biggest shopping day of the year. From 0% financing to “Employee Pricing,” this year’s car deals can save you thousands of dollars on a new vehicle. Whether you are shopping online or staying socially distant…
Eat SGV Week Is a Take-Out Extravaganza Supporting Local Eateries
A Greater Los Angeles Facebook group, SGV Eats, on Monday unveiled the dynamic line-up for Eat SGV Week, the first of many food-centric extravaganzas to be held Dec. 7-13 across the San Gabriel Valley (SGV). The SGV is recognized as a mecca for Asian cuisine and thriving food culture. The weeklong event has over 20…
L.A. County Experiences Highest New COVID-19 Deaths Since September
“Alarming” increases in cases and hospitalizations On Tuesday, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) confirmed the highest number of deaths reported since Sept. 9. Officials confirmed 51 new deaths and 3,692 new cases of COVID-19. In a statement, public health officials said COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to accelerate at an “alarming” speed….
Arcadia Crime Blotters: Nov. 15–21
Nov. 15 At 11:29 a.m., an officer responded to Extended Stay, located at 401 E. Santa Clara St., regarding a grand theft report. Sometime during the previous night, unknown suspect(s) stole the victim’s bicycle trailer and two bicycles that were secured to a fence. There is no suspect information at this time. At 1:04 p.m.,…
Arcadia Community Coordinating Council Spotlights Barbershop Quartet at Next Meeting
Hot Topic is a female barbershop quartet affiliated with the Verdugo Hills Chorus, a Sweet Adeline four-part harmony group that has been entertaining in the San Gabriel Valley for over 50 years. Learn more about the quartet at the Arcadia Community Coordinating Council (ACCC) Zoom meeting on Dec. 7, 2020 from noon–1:30 p.m. The members of this…