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Redondo Beach Council sets framework for Artesia renewal
The Redondo Beach City Council has taken formal steps to revitalize the Artesia Boulevard corridor, asking that City Manager Joe Hoefgen consider forming an advisory committee to focus on economic renewal along the foundering 1.5 mile stretch. “There’s been a lot of focusing on the Artesia Corridor lately,” said Councilman Steve Sammarco. “Now it’s…
Read MoreHermosa Beach Rock for Tots collects toys for the holidays
Hermosa Beach Police Officer David Elliott of the Hermosa Beach Police Department welcomed Santa and his fans with a stirring rendition of “The Christmas Song” at the Holiday Tree Lighting on Pier Plaza last Sunday.
Read MoreRedondo Beach Councilman Steve Sammarco steps aside, leaves District 4 open
Choking back tears, Councilman Steve Sammarco announced at Tuesday’s Redondo Beach City Council meeting that he would not run for reelection during the upcoming March 2017 municipal election. “Campaigning can be backbreaking work; I know that all too well,” Sammarco said. “I don’t believe my back will allow me to endure the rigors of another…
Read MoreSammarco steps aside, leaves District 4 open in Redondo Beach
Choking back tears, Councilman Steve Sammarco announced at Tuesday’s Redondo Beach City Council meeting that he would not run for reelection during the upcoming March 2017 municipal election. “Campaigning can be backbreaking work; I know that all too well,” Sammarco said. “I don’t believe my back will allow me to endure the rigors of another…
Read MoreRedondo Beach’s proposed boat ramp design upheld
The Redondo Beach City Council ended its second King Harbor-related appeal in as many months much as it did the first. Development activist Jim Light’s appeal against the Harbor Commission’s decision to entitle the construction and design of a boat launch facility on Mole B was denied, clearing the path for the ramp project to…
Read MoreLongtime Hermosa Beach locksmith Frank Hallstein passes on
Longtime Hermosa Beach locksmith Frank Halletstein Sr. passed away on Thanksgiving Day, November 24, at the age of 90.
Read MoreRedondo Beach Council places King Harbor CARE Act on ballot
Though the King Harbor CARE Act never seemed to be in danger of missing placement on the March 2017 municipal ballot, its proponents and opponents could not help but squabble during a discussion of its merits before the Redondo Beach City Council. Following a lengthy public hearing over the Mole B Boat Launch Facility…
Read MoreManhattan Beach Toyota unveiling a testament to former owner
A two-handed Katana sword with a wood lacquered case will be presented to Manhattan Beach Toyota owners Andrisa and Bradley Sperber by a representative from the Japanese auto maker Monday evening. The occasion will be the grand unveiling of the 5.5 acre, dealership’s $7.5 million remodel. The two-year project added a second story, doubling the…
Read MoreSanta Claus tours Redondo Beach with police and fire escort
Redondo Beach police and fire will escort Santa and his Elves through town for visits with local children each evening, starting Monday, November 28.
Read MoreMama Liz, Nickie Tedesco Thanksgiving dinners feed nearly 2,000 in Hermosa Beach
Over 400 guests attended the 34th Annual Mama Liz Thanksgiving dinner, sponsored by Easy Reader, Berkshire Hathaway, Sanpipers and individuals throughout the beach cities. An estimated 1,000 guests enjoyed the 47th Annual Nickie Tedesco Thanksgiving day dinner, served at the Hermosa Beach pier by Breakwater Foursquare Church.
Read MoreDowntown Manhattan Beach celebrates Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday in Downtown Manhattan Beach this weekend was intended to showcase holiday shopping opportunities to residents. But it also presented an opportunity to showcase the importance of protecting downtown retailers from economic forces beyond their control. At its upcoming meeting, on Tuesday, December 6, the city council will review the Downtown Specific Plan, whose goal is to “maintain the low profile development and small town atmosphere of Manhattan Beach.”
Read MoreNorth Hermosa Avenue residents hope to underground utilities
A group called Greenwich Village Underground Association has been working for three years to underground utility lines on Hermosa Avenue, between 26th Street and 35th Street.
Read MoreRedondo Beach Girl Scouts install Little Free Library
On Wednesday, Nov. 16, 20 beaming, screaming Girl Scouts unveiled their newest point of pride: A Little Free Library, built as part of a service project celebrating reusing and recycling resources. The scouts and families of Troop 5615 installed their library in front of Beryl Heights Elementary School, 920 Beryl St., at 2:45 p.m.…
Read MoreSeas and desist: Halting the planned redevelopment of Redondo Beach’s waterfront
Despite 15 years of fighting, Jim Light isn’t tired. He’s frustrated. For more than a decade, Light has clashed with the City of Redondo Beach and its leaders’ plans to redevelop the Redondo Beach waterfront area, including King Harbor, the International Boardwalk and the Redondo Pier. In that time, Light has charged the city…
Read MoreKenley Jansen honored by Redondo Beach City Council
Kenley Jansen, a star relief pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers and Redondo Beach resident received the Trevor Hoffman National League Reliever of the Year Award on Oct. 29, capping off a stellar season with one of baseball’s top pitching honors. At the last week’s meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council, he took home…
Read MoreManhattan Beach a brand name, but new status brings challenges
Manhattan Beach, like Beverly Hills and Malibu now has “brand name” status, Vista Sotheby’s broker Rick Edler told business leaders at the Manhattan Beach Economic Forum. But it’s new status brings new challenges.
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