On May 14, in a wrongful death shooting trial that lasted more than four weeks, a civil jury in downtown Los Angeles returned with a defense verdict in favor of the city of Pasadena and Pasadena Police Officer Timothy Bundy. The case was originally filed by the mother and daughter of Erica Hindman, a passenger in a car driven by Walter Villanueva, at the time of the shooting. During the early morn... More »
The Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) announced that its School-Based Mental Health Clinic (SBMHC) was selected by the University of Southern California (USC) Graduate School of Social Work to receive their coveted “USC School of Social Work Agency of the Year” award. “Our school-based mental health staff are critical to our overall strategy to link students to the social services they nee... More »
President of The M&M Construction Group Manuel Rivas sets his top priority as, “helping people live their dreams by building their dream home.†Specializing in both residential and commercial construction, M&M Construction has the experience and capability to build something that goes above and beyond your hopes and dreams. M&M Construction has expertise in remodeling, historic restoration, se... More »
A fun weekend barbecue is a great way to enjoy nice weather, spend time with friends and family, and just relax. But in some cases, a barbecue can turn into an unhealthy meal. Hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, coleslaw, potato salad, and baked beans, all delicious, but not quite the healthiest choices. For people who are concerned with eating a well-balanced diet, Grassroots Natural Market and Ki... More »
The Pasadena Public Health Department is urging local residents to take common-sense steps to protect themselves from Influenza Type A H1N1 (swine flu) following identification of the first probable case of the illness in Pasadena . An adult in the 40-to-50 age range had mild symptoms and was seen by a physician. Prescription medication was not necessary and the patient has recovered fully. Wh... More »
If you’ve been thinking about starting to invest in real estate, but haven’t taken any substantial steps toward taking the plunge, you’re not alone. There are many people who would like to get started, but continuously put it off for one reason or another. Most people, however, are intimidated by the thought of getting involved with something that seems so obscure and complex. Many only purchase o... More »
‘Beauty is skin deep’, so goes the good old saying. But, that does not rob the charm of enhancing your looks. So, hey there, beauty conscious, there’s just no harm in having some of the best beauty tips up your sleeves. For looking and feeling beautiful is a sign of health and happiness. And in an age where looking good spells confidence and success, it’s vital that you have the best beauty tips h... More »
The winner of TV’s “The Biggest Loser” reality show stopped by Webster’s Pharmacy in Altadena Thursday morning to kick off a national awareness campaign focused on the severity of diabetes and the critical role pharmacists play in diabetes treatment. The campaign includes a 21-city bus tour called “Health across America: Pharmacists Partnering in Diabetes Care.” Season 3 “The Biggest L... More »
Brix 42 celebrated its grand opening by giving away free entrees. The restaurant-brewery served over 700 free dinners. Patrons waited comfortably in the lounge and enjoyed live acoustic music, performed by singer/songwriter Griffin Gissendanner. Free beer samples of the new house IPA were well received. Diners enjoyed all that Brix has to offer. Brix 42, restaurant and brewery offered diners’ ge... More »
Despite what your Mother told you, beauty is far from just skin deep. Ask Dr. Ashish Vashi, a South Pasadena dentist who serves as faculty at the University of Southern California, School of Dentistry and Director on the Board of the San Gabriel Valley Dental Society. Dr. Vashi says the way we look can shape our self-confidence and from that, even our ability to act and succeed in business and rel... More »
