Marengo 5th Grade Promotion | A Message of Positivity
Patricia Cheadle knows it, just like the teachers and students she oversees at Marengo Elementary School.
The principal at the South Pasadena campus calls it...
Nicole Laborie | Remembering D-Day
On a day when the world pauses to mark the 75th anniversary of D-Day, South Pasadena’s Nicole Laborie remembers it vividly as a 7-year-old...
Monterey Hills 5th Grade Promotion | ‘Have it All’
On the cover of Monterey Hills Elementary School’s promotion program reads: “6th grade here we come!!!”
A student, Kaitlyn, - her name handwritten in the...
Rotary Club Speaker: Mae Vieth | Growing Up in Communist China
Mae Vieth, wife of Rotarian George Vieth, was the program speaker at the May 28 meeting of the Rotary Club of South Pasadena.
She presented...
Throwback Thursday | Before “The Bridge”
During the late 1800s, the banks of the Arroyo Seco and surrounding area is primarily an agricultural community of fruit growers.
In the above photo,...
Don’t Miss Out! | Big Laughs at the Arroyo Comedy Show!
Looking for a good comedy fix? The Arroyo Comedy Show has got you covered!
JUNE 6th, right down at the golf course in South Pasadena!...
Dispute Over Tree Removal Goes to City Council
After what will likely be a lengthy meeting on the new budget, updated capital improvement program and a bevy of routine city business, the...
“No on 710” Freeway Fighters to be Honored | Library Hosts Event June 7
A free public event to honor the aptly nicknamed “Freeway Fighters,” will be presented in the South Pasadena Public Library Community Room at 7...
SPARC Executive Director Steps Down | Howard Spector Ends 9 Year Run
After nine years of dedicated service, Howard Spector has announced that he will be stepping down as Executive Director and Board Member of the...
A Baseball Doubleheader at the Library | Dodger Themed Author Night
This article was written and produced by Steve Fjeldsted, Director of the South Pasadena Public Library
All-Star baseball authors Jason Turbow and Ron Rapoport will...
MHS Robotics Night | An Interactive Night with Futuristic Pals
Set out a bunch of robots on the floor and watch kids instantly gravitate to them.
That was the scene recently as Monterey Hills Elementary...
Calculus for a Cause | A Mathematical Win-Win at SPHS
It’s a way of helping themselves and giving back as South Pasadena High students participated in Calculus for a Cause last Tuesday to improve...
DRC Queen Visits South Pasadena
Royalty came to South Pasadena last Wednesday.
Queen Diambi Kabatusuila, the ruler of Bantu ethnic group located in the Democratic Republic of The Congo, visited...
Flags Fly at Half Staff at City Hall
U.S. flags, including the one at South Pasadena City Hall, were flown at half-staff Monday following an order by President Trump to remember the...
Tournament of Roses 2020 | South Pasadena Unveils New Rendering of Float
South Pasadena Tournament of Roses officials released its float rendering for the 2020 Rose Parade on Friday.
“Victory at Last,” a salute to Women’s Suffrage,...
SPPD | Jewelry Store Attempted Robbery Suspect Arrested
A second suspect has been arrested in connection with the December 2018 attempted robbery of Vana Watch and Jewelry on Mission Street.
The first suspect,...
Farewell to Sarah Pantip Wong
Memorial Services were held for Sarah Pantip Wong on May 25 at the Evergreen Baptist Church San Gabriel Valley located in La Puente. Hundreds...
South Pasadena Watermaster | Drought Still Driving Water Rate Increases
The ongoing need to replenish the San Gabriel Valley aquifer in the aftermath of the drought continues to drive enormous spikes in water rates....
Arroyo Vista Honorary Service Awards | PTA Honors Dedicated Individuals
Arroyo Vista Elementary School’s PTA bestowed honorary service awards to individuals or organizations that have demonstrated outstanding service to children and youth in the...
SPEF | A Memorable Parti Gras Yields Unprecedented Figures for Massive Event
It was quite a spectacle, for both participants and those working in the box office.
While many are calling it one of the South Pasadena...
John C. Reilly in GATHER: Surprising Stories & Other Mischief | Pasadena Playhouse
Pasadena Playhouse, the State Theater of California, presents Gather: Surprising Stories & Other Mischief starring Academy and Tony Award Nominee John C. Reilly and...
Throwback Thursday | South Pasadena’s Groundbreaking Motorcycle Officers
According to the South Pasadena Police Department, the department purchased two Thor motorcycles in 1909 to help deal with speeding motorists. The first two...
Breaking News | House Fire on Meridian Ave
Firefighters from both Alhambra and South Pasadena responded to a house fire at Meridian Ave. Wednesday, May 29 at approximately 1:55 p.m.
According to Captain...
‘To Climb a Gold Mountain’ | Special Screening at the Library
The South Pasadena Public Library will present a screening of the award-winning documentary “To Climb A Gold Mountain: A Portrait of Struggle and Triumph” in honor...
SPPD ‘Policing 101’ | Interactive Workshop for Local Media
Sergeant Roger Roldan isn’t a magician – far from it – but if posed with a threat to his life, he’s trained to put...
Memorial Day 2019 | South Pasadena Salutes Our Fallen
Memorial Day was observed on Monday in South Pasadena, featuring moving speeches, lively music and something new this year – a drum circle and...
PTSA Honorary Service Awards | A Tribute to Those With ‘Boundless Commitment’ at SPHS
Chris Holmes calls it “a community of giving,” the executive vice president for the South Pasadena High School Parent, Teacher, Student Association (PTSA) paying...
Marengo Elementary Open House | Star Wars Comes to the Classroom
A worldwide pop-culture phenomenon carried into the classroom at a South Pasadena elementary school Thursday night, bringing with it thoughts of Luke Skywalker, Chewbacca...
Tuesday May 28 | Public Comment Deadline for Rule on 710 Property Sales
Today is the last day that citizens have to comment on an “emergency rulemaking” process initiated by Caltrans. It’s at least the second time...
Tigers at CIF Finals | TH Wei Takes 3rd at State Track Championship
Tianhao. Wei, who simply goes by TH around the South Pasadena High campus, leaped to a new school record and personal best Saturday to...
