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Bill Glazier
Bill Glazier is a South Pasadenan and has been the primary news reporter & editor-in-chief for South Pasadena for over 24 years. His work with SouthPasadenan.com is read by over 110,500 people in the South Pasadena/Pasadena Metro, Highland Park, and surrounding communities.
Fire Department Acquires New Equipment | Auto-Pulse
The Fire Department recently purchased a new “Auto-Pulse” automatic CPR device. The CPR device is designed to provide maximum efficiency in performing chest compressions and ventilations during a full cardiac arrest.
The average return of...
South Pasadena Little League | Opening Night at Arroyo Park
A state championship team will be presented with trophies and lavished with praise as the South Pasadena Little League hosts Opening Night for the 2019 season on Friday.
The 9-10 minor softball team was the...
Women’s Day March | Annual March in Downtown Los Angeles
Thousands, including many individuals from South Pasadena, are expected to descend upon downtown Los Angeles on Friday for the 2019 International Women's Day March.
The event, hosted by a coalition of women and local organizations...
First-Ever Commissioners Congress Draws Large Crowd at War Memorial Building
No awards were presented, but if one were designated for “Best News for South Pasadena” coming out of last week’s first-ever Commissioners Congress, hands down, the winner would have gone to the Freeway &...
Read Across America | An Arroyo Vista Literary Celebration
One day the kids wore pajamas to school, on another they donned wacky attire while the final day called for silly hats to raise the craziness.
It was all part of a weeklong birthday celebration...
Fallen Tree | Eucalyptus Limb Falls in Front of Golden Oaks
Work crews were busy clearing a huge eucalyptus tree limb away from the roadway Monday morning after it had fallen around 3 a.m. in front of the Golden Oaks Apartments in South Pasadena.
A loud...
City Council | Cannabis Stores and Parking Meters
As a local store-owner, David Plenn isn’t in favor of parking meters lining the streets of South Pasadena’s downtown business district, unless they added significantly to the city’s bottom line.
Among ideas that might be...
Lockdown At San Marino High School
A suspect was arrested Monday morning following an alleged threat, forcing classes to temporarily be canceled at San Marino High School.
The campus at 2701 Huntington Dr. was placed on lockdown after San Marino police...
Kitchen Fire | SPFD Responds to Incident at Home
Fire trucks rushed to the 1800 hundred block of Court Avenue in South Pasadena early Monday morning after reports of a kitchen fire.
At about 8:50 a.m., firefighters were at the scene of a blaze...
Wells Fargo Bank | Police & Fire Respond to Man with Knife
Police and fire department units quickly rushed to Wells Fargo Bank in South Pasadena early Saturday morning following reports that a man had cut himself with a knife.
Officers made contact with the subject shortly...
COLD WEATHER | Frigid February Yields Powerful Effects in So Cal
Burrr! February was a Cold One in South Pasadena
Heavy rains and wind brought down power lines, large trees tumbled and temperatures dipped in South Pasadena, sometimes into the bone-chilling 30s, during a the eighth-coldest...
Super Science Night | Evening at Marengo Elementary Dazzles
Young minds were given an opportunity to learn from professionals, those working in the field, during Marengo Elementary School’s annual Super Science Night last Wednesday night.
Passing on their knowledge were an assortment of experts...
PUBLIC HEARING | Mission Bell Project
A proposed 3-story, 36-condominium project on Mission Street at Fairview Avenue in South Pasadena will be the subject of a public hearing as part of the city’s Design Review Board meeting on Thursday, March...
City Council | Branding South Pasadena
A new venture is underway on an economic development planning initiative designed to identify the City of South Pasadena’s strength and weaknesses by marketing and promoting those assets to businesses and developers.
John Pope, the...
City Council | Community Outreach Plan to Address Budget Deficit
South Pasadena City officials warn of a serious budget deficit facing the city that is expected to grow over the next five years. Community outreach efforts to effectively confront the issue are in the...
Last Chance to see ‘Into the Unknown’ | Cyndi Bemel Photography
This week is your last chance to see Photographer Cyndi Bemel's series of photos which capture a unique look at South Pasadena, on display at City Hall.
The exhibit – “Into the Unknown – A...
Overturned Car at City Limits | Local Coverage
Firefighters were called to the scene of a crash Tuesday afternoon, resulting in an overturned vehicle at State Street and Pasadena Avenue, just outside the South Pasadena city limits.
Authorities were busy aiding the driver...
AYSO Turns 40 | Youth Soccer Organization Celebrates
Youth soccer in South Pasadena is holding a big birthday celebration this year.
That’s right, AYSO Region 214, representing South Pasadena and San Marino, is turning 40, yes, 40 years old in March.
The organization’s celebration...
SPHS Music Department | Annual Spaghetti Dinner Thursday
Looking to fill your belly with some delicious Italian food while also supporting the arts?
South Pasadena High’s Instrumental Department is hosting its annual spaghetti dinner on Thursday, February 28, in the school gymnasium.
The dinner...
Coexisting With Coyotes | Meeting on Wednesday
Sponsored by the South Pasadena Animal Commission, the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA will provide a visual presentation and Q&A on Wednesday, February 27, at 7 p.m. in the South Pasadena Library Community Room about...
Commission Congress | Meeting at War Memorial Building Thursday
In a change from the past, the City of South Pasadena will recognize those who have served the city during a Commission Congress scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 28, starting at 6 p.m. at the...
Outgoing Commissioners Honored | City Council Gives Thanks
They spent long hours committed to a cause, serving on one of 14 commissions in the City of South Pasadena before being honored for their service.
And that’s what South Pasadena Mayor Dr. Marina Khubesrian...
Pancake Breakfast | Cub Scouts Annual Fundraiser Feeds More than Hunger
Pancakes were on the menu early Saturday morning for many South Pasadenans and visitors to the city who headed over to Calvary Presbyterian Church for, perhaps, the perfect breakfast to jumpstart their day.
That was...
Marengo Talent Show | Kids Showcase Their Skills at SPMS
They sang, danced and showcased their talents last Friday and Saturday as students at Marengo Elementary School dazzled audiences during a pair of talent show performances held in the auditorium at South Pasadena Middle...
SPPD | Man Arrested for Package Theft
South Pasadena police arrested a 27-year old man from Los Angeles after he allegedly stole a package off the porch of home in the city.
On February 19, just after 6 p.m., an alert SPPD...
Prayer Breakfast | ‘Door of Hope’ Hosted By Holy Family Church
It’s a problem that isn’t going away, the fact that 53,000 people in Los Angeles County are homeless, including 5,000 children.
Offering more than a ray of hope, is, well, a Door of Hope, a...
Sasquatch Sighting At Council Chambers
Michael Cacciotti, cupping his hand to his right ear, heard something in the bushes outside the South Pasadena City Council Chambers.
“Could it be?” asked Cacciotti, laughing as he looked around at his fellow council...
City Council Meeting | Friends Remember Vanessa Marquez
Two friends of actress Vanessa Marquez, who was fatally shot by South Pasadena Police last summer, spoke at Wednesday’s City Council meeting seeking answers to what happened inside a Fremont Avenue apartment building leading...
Pasadena Humane Society | Free Animal Adoption Day
Simon quickly grabbed the attention of South Pasadena City Council members Wednesday night, attempting to eat the microphone, as the dog’s handler, Jack Hagerman from the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA, showcased the latest...
People Of Action | Rotary Club Members Receive High Accolades
Rotary District 5300 Governor John Chase was the program speaker at the February 19 Rotary Club of South Pasadena meeting at Oneonta Congregational Church in the city.
There are more than 30,000 Rotary Clubs throughout...
