SCHOOL FINANCE: MBUSD will consider a $200 million school bond
by Mark McDermott The Manhattan Beach Unified School District Board of Education is exploring the possibility of placing a $200 million school bond on the November ballot. The school board, at its April 18 meeting, heard reports both from its financial and election consultants. Each tentatively recommended placing a school bond on the November ballot, […]
Spotlight on Education: Educator of the Year Awards Hosted by the PVP Rotary Club
The 43rd Annual Educator of the Year dinner was hosted by the Palos Verdes Rotary Club recently at the Palos Verdes Golf Club. Co-Chairs Joan E. Behrens and David Rowe and Club President Julia Parton introduced the nine teacher honorees, who talked about their influences, and their gratitude for their families, colleagues, and students. The […]
Hermosa Beach panel to discuss LA sea level
Environmental reporter and Pulitzer Prize finalist Rosanna Xia, Heal the Bay president Tracy Quinn and Los Angeles County Beaches and Harbors Planner Warren Ontiveros will lead a panel discussion titled Rising Tides: Exploring LA’s Readiness for Sea Level Rise on Sunday, from 3 – 4:30 p.m at the Hermosa Beach Community Theater. The Community Center […]
EDUCATION: Manhattan Beach Unified Names Teachers of the Year
by Hibah Samad Educators from each Manhattan Beach Unified School District school have been named the 2023-2024 Teachers of the Year. The eight honorees were surprised with the announcement by their principals on campus in early April. This year’s honorees are Lilla Foster, Mira Costa High School Special Education Department chair; Dana Vaccaro MBMS […]
Torrance-into-Redondo truck routes vexes city
by Garth Meyer When a semi-truck on its way down either of three boulevards in Torrance crosses into Redondo Beach, it’s suddenly on an illegal truck route. A sign may or may not designate it as such. This is the crux of an issue facing the two cities as Redondo Beach looks to reduce large […]
Good Stuff is dogs’ best friend, but more good stuff needed
by Alice Doyle Good Stuff Restaurants owner and Peninsula resident Cris Bennett is participating in the Harbor Animal Shelter’s “Virtual Adoption Program,” in which businesses support the shelter’s animals “virtually” by promoting them for adoption. The first dog Good Stuff sponsored was adopted in a day, after being in the shelter almost a year. “We […]
Spotlight on Art: PVAC Collected Treasures Sale Shop and Sip with Silent Auction
On the evening of March 21, the Palos Verdes Art Center (PVAC) hosted its opening reception for the annual and highly anticipated “Pre-Shop” Collected Treasures Sale. The silent auction featured a Marc Chagall lithograph, a Frank Romero signed print and a gourmet dinner to include wine pairings for up to 10 guests at a beautiful […]
How Do Premises Liability Victims Seek Legal Recourse for Common Injuries?
If you visit a property, whether it’s a business, a public space, or a private residence, you have a reasonable expectation of safety. Unfortunately, accidents and injuries may occur due to hazardous conditions or the negligence of property owners or managers. In such a case, victims may be entitled to seek legal remedies through premises […]
About Town Redondo: Springfest, city anniversary, city logo submissions
41st annual Springfest opens Thursday Springfest Redondo Carnival & Community Festival returns April 25-28 in the parking lot of Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center. Thursday’s opening is Discounted Family Night followed by Friday’s Teen Night. The four-day event features carnival rides, Kids’ Zone, food court, music and entertainment and a beer and wine tent. Springfest […]
Spotlights on Arts: Peninsula Friends of the Library Special Meet & Greet with bestselling author
Alka Joshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Henna Artist, spoke at the Malaga Cove Library on March 13. Guests were provided lunch on the patio and a copy of The Henna Artist, which Joshi offered to autograph. Joshi’s book became a global phenomenon — hitting the New York Times best seller list. The […]
How to Compare Sweepstake Casinos
There are tons of sweepstake casinos online. So many that you almost won’t know which one to pick. And that’s why we’ve created this guide for you. We want to show you how to compare sweepstake casinos to pick the best one for your gaming needs. Read on to learn more. Understanding […]
Best Writing Workshops: Collaborative Learning Environments for Aspiring Authors
The false generalization that writing needs silence prevails among the general population. However, writing is not a one-person activity, as it seems that only the writer can organize words on a page. This is an example for such people who are into lessons of creative writing in some of the mentoring schools. While review of […]
Spotlight on Charity: A Night in Marrakesh-Spring Gala Palos Verdes Junior’s Women’s Club
PV Juniors celebrated its 65th year of service to the South Bay Community with a Night in Marrakesh Spring Season Gala on April 13 at the Windrift Hotel in Manhattan Beach. Guests enjoyed Moroccan-inspired music and dance performances along with a henna tattoo artist, tarot card readers, a live wine and silent auctions. There was […]
Hermosa Beach Rams fans celebrate draft pick Jared Verse, and return of announcer Sam Lagana
by Kevin Cody To most of the thousand-plus fans cheering in front of the Rams Draft Experience stage on the sand, south of the Hermosa Beach pier Thursday afternoon, emcee Sam Lagana is the “voice of the Rams” at SoFi Stadium. But when Lagana welcomed Hermosa Beach Mayor Justin Massey and fellow city officials to […]