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Get Ready – El Niño Is Coming by Annick J. Downhower National
When Paul Revere made his famous ride announcing, “The Redcoats are coming, the Redcoats are coming…,” the colonists who heard it were prepared. Recently, weather forecasters have been saying, “El Niño is coming.” What does
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that mean? And, what plans should Southern Californians make? El Niño is a weather pattern caused by warming ocean water, occurring every 2 to 7 years. In some parts of the world, such as Australia, El Niño brings drought and wildfires. In California, it delivers heavy rains. This weather phenomenon was originally noticed by South American fishermen. They named it El Niño, meaning the baby boy and referring to the baby Jesus, because it took place near Christmas. In California, the possibility of El Niño’s rains will be welcome due to current drought conditions. However, if there will be heavy downpours, residents need to gear up. The following are El Niño preparation tips: For yourself: Have a reliable umbrella, a good raincoat/ jacket, and rain shoes. You haven’t needed these much in recent years,
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but now you may. Keep an umbrella in your car’s trunk in case a storm hits unexpectedly. For your car: Visibility is crucial during storms. When did you replace your windshield wipers? If you can’t remember, it’s probably time. Check your headlights and remember to turn them on while driving in the rain; it’s the law. Also, inspect your tires. If the tread is low,
replace them. This safety measure can prevent hydroplaning. Remember, the DMV recommends driving under the speed limit during rain and keeping extra distance from the car ahead of you. Two weeks ago, during the September 15 storm, the CHP had to deal with 527 accidents on local highways. Slowing down and driving courteously saves lives and avoids costly auto body
repairs. For your home: Clean debris from your rain gutters so they can do their job. The same advice goes for outside drains on your property. Make sure they’re cleared so you won’t end up with a flooded patio/yard. If you’re aware of leaks on your roof or around your windows, get them patched or repaired now so you won’t have to worry about damage or mildew/fungus. Also, stock your flashlights/camping lanterns with fresh batteries in case a storm knocks out the electricity. For the yard: Remove dead tree limbs. If wind accompanies El Niño’s rainstorms, you don’t want damage from a falling branch. Consider investing in a rain barrel to collect water for use in the yard between storms. When gardening, don’t blow/sweep waste into storm drains. They keep the street and your property
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Lincoln Training Center is glad to take part in National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The purpose of NDEAM is to educate the public about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities. This year's theme is "My disability is one part of who I am." "This year's theme encapsulates the important message that people with disabilities are just that - people," said Jennifer Sheehy, acting assistant secretary of labor for disability employment policy. "And like all people, we are the sum of many parts, including our work experiences. Disability is an important perspective we bring to the table, but, of course, it's not the only one." Caron Nunez, president of Lincoln Training Center,
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said, "Lincoln Training Center is proud to be a part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. We want to show the community the quality work that indi-
viduals with disabilities can when Congress enacted a produce." law declaring the first week The history of National in October each year "NaDisability Employment tional Employ the Physically Awareness Month National Disability continued on page 6 traces back to 1945,
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Around Town by Mavis Hansen October, the tenth month of the year and the gateway to the Holiday Season! The month of October is also designated as awareness for many good causes such as BREAST CANCER PREVENTION and AWARENESS, CRIME PREVENTION and NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS and PREVENTION. For the last twelve years, Congresswoman Judy Chu and the Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center have been conducting a Domestic Violence Campaign to spread awareness of the epidemic of domestic violence that is rampant in many communities and to collect items and even children’s school supplies to help provide resources for the women and children currently in the local domestic violence shelters. To continue the tradition this year, Congresswoman Chu and Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center will again be joined by Congresswoman Grace Napolitano on this effort. Twelve years ago, when the campaign was started, Judy Chu was a member of the El Monte Women’s Club who supported her efforts and she has done so every year since then. Many other Women’s Clubs in The San Gabriel Valley District of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs have also become participants as have many women from Soroptimist International and Business and Professional Women, both advocates for Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention. Donated items may be dropped off at the Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center or the office of Congresswoman Judy Chu, 527 S. Lake Avenue, suite#106, Pasadena, or phone 626-304-0110 for further information. More drop-off locations are being arranged for. After the extremely hot weather we had in September it feels good to look forward to the more enjoyable and cooler days that October will bring. EL MONTE FRIEND O’GARDEN CLUB met for the final meeting of this year on Friday, October 2, 2015 at the Norwood Library, 4550 N. Peck Road, El Monte. The meeting was conducted by President Sandy Fout. Special Guest was Rita Desilets, District Director San Fernando Valley District and immediate Past President of the Califor-
nia Garden Clubs, Inc. Ms. Desilets spoke on the 2015 CGCI Fall Board Meeting she recently attended. The CGCI Presidents Project is: Encouraging Future Gardeners and the Friend O’Garden Club is well on the way as this is the second year that garden plants, tools and instructions for a school garden will be given to the students at Rio Hondo Elementary School. A pot-luck lunch was enjoyed by all and tentative plans were made for the annual visit to Cal Poly Pomona for lunch and a Christmas Party at Embassy Suites. There are no business meetings November, December or January. Next regular meeting will be Friday, February 5, 2016. AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY UNIT 261, 4542 N. Peck Road, El Monte, will sponsor a BUNCO NIGHT on Monday, October 12, 2015. Cost is $10.00 per person 18 years of age or older and includes dinner, desserts, Bunco prizes to win and lots of fun! Dinner begins at 6:30 PM and Bunco at 7:00 PM. For further information or reservations, contact Barbara Romero at 626-374-6514. EL MONTE BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN will co-sponsor with the EL MONTE/ SOUTH EL MONTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, a CANDIDATES FORUM on Tuesday, October 13, 2015, 6:30 PM at the El Monte Community Center, 3130 N. Tyler Avenue. El Monte School District candidates will speak first, followed by the El Monte City Council candidates at approximately 7:30 PM. Question and answer period will follow the speakers. Moderator will be Mary Ann Wesson and program chairman is Mary Morales. Who will be the new leaders in our community? All interested are urged to attend. The public is welcome. El Monte Business and Professional Women celebrate 90 years of community service. BPW’s mission is to achieve equity for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education and information. BPW supports the Equal Rights Amendment, Civil Rights, Reproductive Choice, and Pay Equity, including supporting the California Commission on the Status of Women. Membership is open to women who are interested in community volunteer service and support the policies of BPW. For further information, including membership, contact President Esthela Torres DeSiegrist at 626442-0354. Have a great day! See you soon, someplace AROUND TOWN
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Student's Corner Daisy Arias, contributing student writer from San Gabriel Mission High School.
Friendship Friendship is defined as a relationship between friends. But to me, friendship is something so wonderful between two people and it can go many ways. It can be between married couples, childhood friends, or maybe gay friendships. There are a lot of ways you can see friendship, but to me it's something great. It is between two friends who maybe grew up together or are meeting for the first time in school. But, a lot of kids in this generation are always hurt by friendship breakups. I would know because I was one of them, a small girl who was always hurt by friends. I would give my friendship to a person but in the end I was always turned down or my friendship was always used by people. In this lifetime, it is very hard
to find a true friend you can actually trust or tell very deep secrets to. What is a friendship? I think about it over and over, but I can't really define it. I guess because of all the pain a person suffers trying to find that true friend. Each time when I walk in the doors of school you see many different types of friends. There are always different cliques in school: some are nerds and others are popular; others are jocks and some are just normal kids. But hey, everyone is different, but that's because that's how we want to be. Friendship is something that won't always last once you have a group of five; sooner or later there will only be one or none. But the truth is high school isn’t always about having the best
friends, because sometimes you won't even know who your true friends really are. I know this because it happened to me and a lot of other teenage girls and boys. It’s tough and everyone knows that but we get blinded by what people say. Friendships will always be something great in your life, but only if you find the right ones. So if you have that true friend, never let anything or anyone come between you two.
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SAN GABRIEL MISSION HIGH SCHOOL’S
HOLIDAY EDITION! Sunday, October 18th 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Reserve your space! Tables available, you must provide your own shade. No electricity provided. Vendor the fee is $30 (10x10 space). We feature a variety of vendors – from antiques to toys to clothing old and new, Holiday decorations and delicious food. Contact our Business office @ 626/282-3181 X 107 to reserve your space. Location address: 254 So. Santa Anita St., San Gabriel, 91776
El Monte City School District (EMCSD) is raising expectations and providing experiences to give students a more successful future. We know that if our students are to be successful in the 21st century, they will need to think critically and communicate effectively. With this in mind, we have chosen to replace the District Spelling Bee with the EMCSD District Speech Competition. We are moving beyond a competition that focuses solely on a relatively narrow skill set to one that involves thinking deeply, solving real-world problems and collaborating with peers. These are the tools our children need to compete in today’s technological and information-rich environment. We want to reward and encourage the development of
skills that universities and employers will expect our students to have. 2015-16 marks the inaugural year of the EMCSD District Speech Competition! Students will research a topic, take a position, develop an argument for that position and then present their work in a public forum. They will develop valuable skills as well as the confidence that comes from the ability to speak publicly. Our students will initially compete at the school site level and winners from each site will compete against each other at the district level. Instead of only including 6th graders as the spelling bee had done, the Speech Competition will include the 7th and 8th grade students as well. Additionally, spelling is, and will remain, an impor-
tant part of instruction in all subjects. Our teachers work hard to make sure that our students know and understand the vocabulary that they need, not just for reading and writing, but for math, social studies and science as well. El Monte is a community rich with history and cultural traditions. We must continue to nurture these traditions. At the same time, we must help our students develop the knowledge and skills that will best prepare them to succeed in the larger and more competitive world of college and career. EMCSD is excited to offer its students this valuable opportunity. Maribel García, Ed.D., Superintendent, El Monte City School District
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Students at La Primaria and Twin Lakes Schools are excited about growing fruits and vegetables thanks to the Tower Garden, a state-ofthe-art vertical aeroponic gardening system. Teachers are incorporating the Tower Garden into the curriculum, engaging students and bringing lesson plans to life. Through the Tower Garden students witness first-hand how plants grow, as well as the importance of sustainability and healthy eating. The Tower Garden was developed at Epcot through a joint partnership between Disney and NASA. It is a soilless vertical garden that stands about 4 feet tall. It has a fountain of water at its core and every 15 minutes delivers water to plants kept in little pots all around the cylinder. At La Primaria School, third grade teacher, Janette Salce used the Tower Garden in the classroom not only to promote good nutrition, but to help create an active learning environment. “With the Tower Garden I incorporated science lessons, explaining what an acid and base is. We used a test kit and measured pH levels in water, balanced the acid levels, and learned why
it is important to maintain toxic-free water so our seeds would grow into healthy edible plants,” said Salce. “Lessons came alive in the classroom with the Tower Garden. From the time we planted each little seed, watched them sprout, then grow into the tower. Next, came math, rich vocabulary, writing, speaking, and listening skills. We observed, measured, charted, talked, and wrote about the growth of each of our plants. When
it was time to harvest, the students were so excited to pluck each lettuce, basil, and cilantro leaf. As I watched each child take a bite of salad and actually enjoy the fruits of their labor, I knew the Tower Garden had done its job and made my lessons come alive,” she added. At Twin Lakes, the transitional kindergarten students were busy planting their seeds in the school’s Tower Garden seed starter tray. With the help of Alma
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‘Time Jockey’ Saint Serra by Joe Castillo
Canonized …. Last week, Pope Francis canonized Father Junipero Serra making him the first Latino saint and the first saint to be canonized on American soil. Serra was instrumental in establishing a chain of missions in California to spread Catholicism and to support the development of Spanish settlements. Serra founded a number of Mission sites and was the first administrator for the California Missions. His tenure as administrator was often challenged by the Spanish military and the governor of Alta California was often brought into the mix to settle the differences between the missionaries and the military. The primary concern was the mistreatment of the local indigenous tribes who suffered large amounts of abuses and losses while trying to be converted to the Catholic Church. Pope Francis noted that Serra brought “the gospel to the New World” while at the same time defending the local indigenous natives against the mistreatment of the Spanish colonizers. Even though Junipero Serra is now a saint, his place in the Catholic Church is historic while his place in California history will forever remain controversial…. Era Anniversary….. This year marked the 40th anniversary of the last U.S. Marine helicopter leaving Saigon to end American presence in Vietnam. Within two hours South Vietnam surrendered to North Vietnam, and the country was no more. Five years earlier, the Ohio National Guard fired into a crowd of students at Kent State University killing 4 protestors. The students were protesting President Nixon’s speech that the U.S. was escalating military action in Cambodia…. Old Town Sacramento…. Historic Sacramento was founded in 1848 as a result of the California Gold Rush. Situated along the American River, the town became a collection of merchant and supply stores, saloons and housing businesses. It was also the last stop for the Pony Express, the terminus of the transcontinental railroad and housed the original California Supreme Court. Over 160 years later, Old Town Sacramento is still a tourist attraction with 28
preserved acres containing 53 of the original structures which formed the historic park. Five theme era museums are also located within the California State Park area. These museums include the California State Railroad Museum, California Automobile Museum, Sacramento History Museum, Old Sacramento Schoolhouse Museum and Wells Fargo History Museum. The 400 Capital Mall Museum is located a few blocks away and will provide more historical artifacts for your viewing and enjoyment. If you’re looking fora weekend get-away, then Sacrament offers a great collection of historical attractions to keep you quite busy and you’ll learn more about California than you ever thought…
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Halloween Storytime & "Trick-or-Treats!" at Norwood Library by Ana Garcia El Monte
The Norwood Library will conduct its ninth annual special “Halloween Storytime” Program on Saturday, October 17th beginning at 2:00 PM. Children and their families are invited to join us for spooky stories, in-house trick-or-treating, an art activity, and a costume contest!. Geared for Kindergarten-3rd
graders, but all children are invited and encouraged to come in their Halloween Costumes! All library programs and events are FREE. The Norwood Library, which is part of the County of Los Angeles Public Library, is located at 4550 N. Peck Road in El Monte. For additional information,
please contact Ana Garcia or Stephen Trumble at (626) 443-3147 or visit us at colapublib.org today.
Mass & Healing Service at St. Luke Church by Mary Broomfield Temple City
St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Community in Temple City will celebrate a Charismatic Mass with a Healing Service on Saturday, Oct. 17, at 9:00 am in the church. The focus of this unique mass is healing. Experience the Good News of Jesus Christ and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. The celebrant and prayer team members are instruments that the Lord
uses to provide a prayerful environment for needs such as physical, spiritual or emotional healing, a relationship problem, or help to forgive. Everyone is welcome. Pastor Mark A. Strader will be the celebrant. Father Mark often says, “Heaven is my main goal in mind.” Father Mark has served as pastor of St. Luke Catholic Community since 2010. He was ordained in 1991 and has been privileged to serve in the capacity of Pastor, Associate Pastor, secondary school faculty and administrator, Director of Continuing Formation for Clergy for the Archdiocese, and continuing student. He
will celebrate his 25th year of priesthood next year. He had the honor of meeting Mother Theresa and served Mass with Pope John Paul II in 1987 at both the Coliseum and Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Father Mark will help facilitate God’s great outpouring of His Holy Spirit and share about the gifts of the Holy Spirit. The mass is sponsored by the parish’s Servants of God Prayer Community. On-site parking available. Located at 5501 Cloverly Ave., Temple City. For more information, call the Pastoral Office at (626) 291-5900 or visit www.stluketemplecity.org.
Historical Society News by Delora Brown Temple City
On October 18 we will have our General Meeting, beginning with light refreshments at 2:30 pm, and our brief business meeting at 3:00 pm. The Program will follow. Lynne Best, Secretary, will introduce our speaker, Ms. Kathy Perini, TCUSD Superintendent of Education. Ms. Perini will share some her history in the District. On October 31 and November 1 (Saturday and Sunday) from 12 noon to 5:00 pm a special Open House will be held at the Museum. The Museum is
located at 5954 Kauffman Ave. (at the corner of Kauffman and Woodruff). All are encouraged to attend. "There have been a number of changes in the Museum, and we are anxious to share them with the community", said Carol Daugherty, President. A special guest will also be in attendance at the event - Ms. Josette Temple, granddaughter of the founder, Walter P. Temple. She will be available to sigh copies of her book "Gentle Artist of the San Gabriel Valley" at point of purchase.
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Handicapped Week." In 1962, the word "physically" was removed to acknowledge the employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities. In 1988, Congress expanded the week to a month and changed the name to National Disability
Employment Awareness Month. Employers and employees in all industries can learn more about how to participate in National Disability Employment Awareness Month-during October and throughout the year-by visiting www.dol.gov/ndeam.
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Trevino, retired teacher and their current teacher, Lea Espinoza, students learned new vocabulary as they carefully placed the seeds in the rockwool cubes. The young aspiring gardeners were shocked to learn that seeds so tiny would end up growing into lettuce, tomatoes and other vegetables
they can eat. “The seeds are so small I can hardly see them,” said Sarah as she placed a lettuce seed in the cube. “I can’t wait to see it grow.” The students are looking forward to the seedlings growing and once they reach about 3” tall they will be
ready to transport into the Tower Garden. And, soon at Twin Lakes they will be able to pick their lettuce, kale, basil, tomatoes and red leaf lettuce to enjoy. The District is currently working on an implementation plan to bring a Tower Garden to each of the schools.
The Intern: Classic Style by Annick J. Downhower National
Hollywood’s timeless comedies from the 1930s and ‘40s feature independent men and women who grow past their differences to form a team. Writer-director Nancy Meyers has successfully transferred this formula to the 21st century in “The Intern,” creating a tale of intergenerational friendship. “Love and work, that’s all there is…” Ben Whittaker (Robert De Niro) quotes Freud while creating a cover letter video. Ben’s a 70-yearold retired widower who has tried travel, yoga, learning Chinese, and golf, but none has filled the void in his life. When a flyer advertising “Senior Internships” at internet company About the Fit catches Ben’s eye, he takes a chance. Thus, the video. Ben’s calm, professional manner impresses the 20-somethings who interview him; they assign him to work with the company’s
founder, Jules Ostin (Anne Hathaway). In her early 30s, Jules founded About the Fit eighteen months earlier and now has 220 employees. She’s a micromanager; the hope is Ben can help her delegate. But Jules doesn’t give him that chance. She fears they won’t work well together since Ben’s near her parents’ age and she doesn’t get along with them. Ben recognizes her resistance at their first meeting. However, instead of resenting Jules’ obvious disinterest, Ben patiently waits for an opportunity to help her. In the meantime, Ben arrives every day in suit and tie, briefcase and newspaper in hand, ready to work. He helps others and never leaves before Jules does. His younger male coworkers, including the amusingly charming Davis (Zack Pearlman), are intrigued by Ben’s attire and friendly manner.
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His honesty and caring eliminate any age barriers and the guys start seeking his advice. Jules finally appreciates Ben when he cleans up a mess that had annoyed her. But Jules and Ben still
don’t interact until he fills in for her driver who’d been drinking on the job. The drive schedule gives Ben the opportunity to observe Jules in action, meet her husband and daughter, and assess
the pressures she’s under. Gradually, Jules begins to value Ben and a friendship starts taking root. The pairing of Robert De The Intern continued on page 13
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Prepare to be Scared at Knott's Scary Farms Opening Day by Devette Johnson, Glen Maldonado, Melissa Rocha Buena Park
Halloween is just around the corner and Knott’s Scary Farm had its opening day Sept 24th for the media and the public. The opening featured several of the ghouls that roamed the park. The black witch came out to welcome everyone and we were her new victims. The crowd was captured by every word the black witch said. She stood about 8 feet tall as she walked on stilts. Walking through the crowd she gave a menacing stare. During her speech, her minions roamed the crowd and kept us all on edge. After this portion of the event, the park was officially open and the fun began. The crowd was on edge from the time of the opening ceremony to the many adventures through the different scare zones throughout the park and all the scary mazes. The first maze we came upon was that of “My Bloody Clementine.” Take a ghastly ride through the
transformed Calico Mine. This was where Clementine and her father were brutally murdered centuries ago. Their wretched spirits roam the tunnels in search of those who killed them. This year, the train ride through maze features live monsters that were out for revenge. As we sat in the train we felt crammed and uncomfortable because the train was very small. When the train left the station it was very slow. When we entered the dark corners we anticipated that we would be scared, but nothing happened and we were very disappointed. There were few spots that seemed scary but they were far and few between. If Knott’s or the designers ever want this maze to be awesome they need to add more actors and more special effects. This was not one of the greatest mazes and probably one of the worst at Knott’s. The next adventure was
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escaping the icy clasp of the eerie Snow Queen in “The Dead of Winter” maze. She was assisted by a voracious beastly army of resurrected Viking warriors and driven on avenging her beloved family’s murder. She preyed upon any unsuspecting visitors who foolishly enter the borders of her icy domain. The best part of this maze was the entrance because of the cool breeze. This maze had a skeleton key special entrance. We were
welcomed by the ice queen herself in a room filled with wall to wall mirrors. We escaped by pushing on one wall. The maze was very white. It had a “Game of Thrones” feel to it. There were some scary parts to the “Dead of Winter” maze and it was far more enjoyable
theme park we recommend you to go check out the “Tooth Fairy” maze. It is a twisted tale where children and adults become “The Tooth Fairy” victims. The victims are kidnapped out of their rooms and dragged through their windows. They find themselves in a terrify-
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then “My Bloody Clemening dentistry laboratory with tine.” It wasn’t the scariest x-rays of themselves. Strobe maze of the day but it was lights in the room reveal the memorable one to us. dangerous monstrous “Tooth But, if you’re into the popFairy” himself. After you ular video game series like experience the horrors inside “The Call of Duty,” then the the “Tooth Fairy” maze you “Special OPS: Infected – Pamight want to wait awhile tient Zero” is the maze you. before booking your next It covers six acres of Knott’s dentist appointment. Scary and it’s an interactive Overall, we enjoyed maze. You become a soldier several of the mazes, but who shoots at zombies heads would not recommend them for your own survival. There all. There were a couple of are paths and obstacles full drawbacks. We had to wait of infected zombies along almost 2 hours to go through the way. There are dark the “Special Ops” maze and caves and barrel bridges it was humid outside which that you must cross. While made the wait uncomfortnavigating your way through able. There were a few the maze, you will be guided mazes that we didn’t menby a trained commander to tion but that doesn’t mean help you across the infected we didn’t like them. We territory to safety. The guns just ran out of time to share are like an electronic lasers them. Every year we have tag rifle and if the zombies a wonderful opportunity to get too close to you, your preview the mazes at Knott’s guns shut off. But, you can Scary Farm and every year recharge your gun at a safe is a new adventure. It’s zone. definitely a fun time trying Knott's Scary Farm continued on page 13 Before leaving the
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World-Renowned Science Teacher Speaking at Arcadia by Ryan Foran Arcadia
On Thursday, October 8, world-renowned science teacher Mr. Paul Andersen will be visiting Arcadia’s Performing Arts Center to discuss the impact of technology on schools, and how students and parents can adapt to the changes. The event titled “Why Schools Are Changing” will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The event will involve a lecture, followed by a Q&A. The goal of this event is to help parents better understand technology-based education. Mr. Andersen’s lecture will give parents advice on how they can help their child be successful in this new educational environment. As Arcadia Unified School District Superintendent David Vannasdall explained, "We are in the middle of a global transformation in education due to the fact that we have quickly moved from an information society to an innovation society. The ability to innovate and apply information to profoundly add value to our world is what we aspire for every student in Arcadia. Paul Andersen will challenge us all on how teaching and learning may look for this innovation society." Mr. Paul Andersen has taught in Montana for twenty years. With this teaching experience, Andersen has created hundreds of Youtube
science tutorials that have been viewed millions of times by students all over the world. His videos have also been used by many teachers across the globe, including those in AUSD, to teach science to their students in an engaging way. According to his popular website Bozemanscience. com, Andersen was the 2011 Montana Teacher of the Year, and was also one of four finalists for the 2011 National Teacher of the
Year. Anderson was also recently selected as a YouTube Edu Guru. In his 2012 TED Talk that has more than 120,000 views, Andersen explains how using elements of video game design greatly improved learning for his AP Biology students. The event is entirely free, limited to the first 1,000 attendees on a first-come basis. More information can be found at www.ausd.net.
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Jazmin was selected because of her work with at-risk students in our school through the VIVA Club. Jazmin serves as a role model for students who struggle and is an example that with hard work and determination, all things are possible. Besides serving as Club President, Jazmin is also the Director of the Renaissance Program. Her personal goals are to increase student’s academic achievement and school spirit.
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El Monte City Council Approves the Bannister Housing Development by Ryan Foran Arcadia
On Tuesday, Sept. 15, the El Monte City Council voted to approve the Bannister Housing Development, a new residential housing project that will bring 22 quality, new homes to the City. “I hear every day that we need to build more housing in El Monte,” El Monte Mayor Andre Quintero said. “In order for our community to continue to thrive, we must attract and keep families in our City. By approving the Bannister Housing Development, 22 new families will now be able to call El Monte home.” The project first came to the City Council in April 2015 and, after hearing the concerns of neighbors, the Council asked for significant changes to be made to make the project a better fit for the surrounding neighborhood. The developer, El Monte Homes, LLC, made several changes as a result of this
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feedback, including: reducing the number of units; creating open common space that can be used for future recreational purposes; and adding additional guest parking spaces. As a result of feedback, the Council also asked for additional traffic, pedestrian, soil and geotechnical studies. The traffic study showed no significant traffic impacts; some intersections actually improved with the project in place. The 3.1 acre Bannister Housing Development, includes properties at 4422 & 4436 Bannister Avenue and vacant property behind Ledesma High School, which is currently owned by the El Monte Union High School District. The sale of the property will immediately generate $1.4 million for the El Monte Union High School District and the project is estimated to generate more than $1 million in tax
revenues for the City and El Monte schools over the next 10 years. The four- and five-bedroom homes will vary from 1,693 square feet to 2,467 square feet and will all have two-car garages. Two units will be made affordable for income qualified families. The project will also provide public access to the San Gabriel River Trail. “By listening to our residents’ concerns, we have made this project better,” Councilwoman Victoria Martinez said. “The Bannister Housing Development will make the surrounding streets safer, with better walkability, faster access for fire and police and provide an entrance to the river trail for our community to enjoy.” The project will connect Bannister Avenue and Star Street and improve portions of Bannister with curbs and sidewalks. These features will improve pedestrian safety in the neighborhood and overall vehicle and pedestrian circulation for nearby Durfee Elementary school. A new 3-way stop sign will also be added at Bannister Avenue and the project entrance. “We heard loud and clear the need to refine the project to make it work for our adjacent neighborhoods,” said Councilmember Juventino “J” Gomez. “Not only does the project fit the surrounding community better, it brings needed new revenue to support our essential City services.”
Irwindale PD Officers display the “Pink Patch” to support Breast Cancer Awareness by Sgt. George Zendejas Irwindale
On Thursday, October 1st, Irwindale Police Officers switched their department issued shoulder patches for a pink version, designed to show their support for National Breast Cancer Awareness month during October. Thursday morning, a group of officers, civilian employees, along with Police Chief Anthony Miranda, Mayor Mark Breceda & Councilman Manuel H. Ortiz, united for a photo opportunity as they showcased the new patch. The pink patch is part of the #PinkPatchProject, which was launched a few months ago. IPD is selling the pink patch for ten dollars, with all proceeds going to cancer research, training,
in the fight against breast cancer.” Our #PinkPatchProject centers on a vibrant pink version of our police uniform patch, which was specially designed for us by North Carolina-based Emblem Authority. All of our police officers will be wearing pink patches on their uniforms during “Breast Cancer Awareness Month” in October. The pink patches are intended to stimulate conversation within the community and encourage public awareness in the early detection and fight against this disease. Sgt. George Zendejas, said “The pink patch project has been a team effort, and we
and treatment for the City Of Hope. Chief Anthony Miranda said, “I am so proud of this team. They identified a great cause, in where by raising funds we believe we can help make a difference
have received overwhelming support in our efforts to raise funds, raise awareness and unite with those who have battled breast cancer either personally or through friends and family.”
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Joe T.’s Scoreboar d By Joe Torosian
Arroyo Routs El Monte, 49-14 by Tim Peterson El Monte
So when the Los Angeles Dodgers dealt second baseman Dee Gordon to the Miami Marlins after last season the "smart" baseball minds said Gordon was overrated. They said his OBP (on base percentage) was weak, they didn't like his glove, and that he didn't hold up over the course of an entire season. When the 2015 MLB regular season ended on Sunday, Gordon became the first player to lead the NL in batting average (.333) and stolen bases (58) since Jackie Robinson in 1949. His OBP (.359) was 18th overall in the National League. The nearest Dodger was Joc Pederson at 26th (.346) overall. Gordon also led all of baseball with 205 hits and committed just six errors in the field. During the course of the 2015 season the Dodgers started five different players at second base. ***Mid-Bits (Same as tidbits) *** Well, now that the MLB regular season is over the Washington Nationals can fire manager Matt Williams. The Nationals were expected to not just make the playoffs but to win the World Series. *** "It's definitely a cool thing."---Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw on recording 301 strikeouts for the regular season. *** "We had opportunities but we didn't take advantage of them. We have to score down the red zone. It's the same whether you win or lose. You go to back to work to try to get better."---APU head football coach Victor Santa Cruz after the Cougars, 24-21, loss to Central Washington on Saturday night. *** Recent sports poll shows that 68% of San Gabriel Valley residents would rather talk to the late Yogi Berra than Pope Francis, who came in at 32%. *** Arcadia running back Bradley Mills rushed for 104 yards and three touchdowns Friday night against Pasadena. He also made Fred Roggin's "Roggin's Heroes" Sunday night highlights on KNBC. Happy Birthday this week to: 10/8: Arcadia teacher Lynne Greenup turns young. 10/8: El Monte alum/ Temple City city council member Nanette Gonzales Fish turns young. 10/9: Temple City High School tennis coach Nate Slaymaker turns 33. (If you have a sports
birthday you'd like acknowledged drop me a line at the address below): Contact Joe at: joe@ midvalleysports.com Follow Joe at @joet13b on Twitter Listen to “The Joe Show” every Wednesday (6:P.M.) at: www.midvalleyradio.net Like “The Joe Show” on Facebook.
Arroyo’s Devin Knight ran for two touchdowns in the fourth quarter to finish off El Monte 49-14 Friday night at B.L. Bergstrom Stadium. Arroyo jumped out to a 35-0 halftime lead on five touchdown passes by Humberto Pantoja to five different receivers. El Monte tried to creep back in it with two scores early in the third quarter but Arroyo behind the big runs by Knight put it away in the fourth. Knight took a pitch from Pantoja and broke off an 18-yard touchdown scamper with 10:53 left in the game. Two minutes later Knight did it again, this time weaving his way and leaving tacklers in his wake for a 34yard TD jaunt for the final touchdown. Arroyo scored on five of its first six possessions with Pantoja capping off all the drives with touchdown passes. The Knights fumbled on their fourth possession to stop the momentum.
The appropriately named Devin Knight was all smiles after scoring twice in the fourth quarter for the Knights Friday night. Photo by Tim Peterson
Lions quarterback Edward Dominguez threw a pair of touchdown passes in the third quarter to cut the lead to 35-14. Johnny Hernandez and Saul Chavez were on the
end of Dominguez’s touchdown strikes. Arroyo improved to 4-2 overall and 2-0 in league. The Lions fell to 3-3 and 1-1.
El Monte Volleyball Wins One, Loses One by Joe Torosian El Monte
The El Monte girls volleyball team swept Mt. View in three games on Wednesday afternoon. The team is now 4-1 in the Mission Valley League and 9-6 overall. Evelyn Alferez led the way with 14 kills and team captain Kate Acosta added six. Acosta was also in on 11 digs. Ariana Gutierrez led the team with 13 digs. The win was followed by a tough 3-1 loss to Gabrielino on Friday. The Eagles currently lead the MVL with a perfect 5-0 record, they are 13-4 on the season.
El Monte head coach Kendra Navarro. Photo by Joe T.
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The Peterson Principle By Tim Peterson
'The Mid' Football Top 10 Wk 05 Scores (Local Teams in Bold)
Friday, October 2 Pacific League Arcadia 38 – Pasadena 7
Mission Valley League Arroyo 49 - El Monte 14
ugly. Can you imagine the carnage when San Marino lines up against Blair on November 6. Hide the women and children. It's going to be scary. Who wins the Monrovia- San Marino game? I'll let you know next week. **Anybody else notice that Ganesha is 5-1? If you're a Giants fan let's not start giving out the high fives just yet. Miramonte League play starts this week and Pomona is waiting in the wings October 16. That's my principle. Tim can be reached at: tim@midvalleysports.com and on Twitter @tspeterson40.
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Just when you thought you knew what was going on in the Pacific... Now who's the best team? We thought it was Crescenta Valley but the Falcons lost to Burbank. We thought it was Burbank after last week's win over the defending champs but the Bulldogs let one get away Friday night to Muir. We never really thought it was Muir after the Mustangs lost their first four games including a disaster against Burroughs. But after rallying to beat Burbank you figure anything is possible. Arcadia? Maybe. The Apaches did stay with Monrovia, gave Bell Gardens a scare and have worked their first two league opponents - although Glendale and Pasadena aren't considered Pacific contenders. We'll know more this week when Arcadia travels to Muir. So that leaves Burroughs. The Indians beat Muir by 40 two weeks ago. They get Arcadia on October 16 and CV and Burbank the last two weeks of the season. Burroughs has scored over 40 points per game in each of its four victories and 25 in a loss to Calabasas. Calabasas just beat St. Francis 34-0 so you get the idea on what kind of team that is. So yes I'd put my money on Burroughs in the Pacific. But again I had Burbank as the sure thing just a week ago. Stay tuned. **I was a little surprised that it took Rosemead so long to put away Gabrielino but still it's going to be just a two team race in the MVL. Arroyo was machinelike in a destruction of El Monte and is the team to beat right now. The Knights won't be tested until November 6 when they travel to Rosemead for the final regular season game. That will decide the league title. **The Suburban has already been decided. In other years there was always a chance that La Mirada could get knocked off. A Norwalk, a Bellflower, or possibly a Mayfair might turn the trick. Not this year. The Matadores will destroy everybody in their path. The only drama now is how will La Mirada perform in the playoffs? After a win over Norwalk Friday night Mayfair looks good for second place. Despite a 1-5 start, the Lancers should still take third and salvage a trip to the playoffs. **The Rio Hondo? Everything will be decided on October 16 when Monrovia travels to San Marino. Other than that it's going to be
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Mt. View 45 - Marshall 35 Rosemead 47 - Gabrielino 30
Non-League Sierra Vista’s Matthew Aguayo rushed for 180 yards and a touchdown in the Don’s 27-26 loss to Garey on Friday night. Photo by Andrew Bettridge
The prep football season has reached the midway point. Several schools this past week had a bye, and some of them wish they had been on a bye week. El Monte and Bassett had terrible Friday nights, while Arroyo proved again why its been the team to beat in the Mission Valley League for 30 years.
1. Monrovia (3-2) 2. Arroyo (4-2)
4. Bassett (3-2) 5. Rio Hondo Prep
Covina 43 – Bassett 6 Bosco Tech 36 – Cantwell 14 La Puente 22 – Workman 19 Maranatha 35 – Duarte 0 Temple City 27 – Azusa 26
(2-2) 6. Baldwin Park (2-3) 7. Alhambra (2-3) 8. Mt. View (4-2) 9. Sierra Vista (2-3)
3. Arcadia (3-2)
10. El Monte (3-3)
Saturday In The Park
Here are some shots of Saturday soccer at Temple City’s Live Oak Park. With hundreds of families and friends involved, Saturday becomes a special day in the park for the community.
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There are great people, like Burgundy Bulldog coach Fred Bautista, at the park. Photo by Mallory Torosian
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into Summer Break CROSSWORD Crossword Puzzle solution in issue 10.14.15
What's in the Stars??
Sudoku Solution for Sudoku in issue 10.14.15
Aries Communication with business and romantic partners should be more warm, open, and honest than usual.
Taurus Your tasks should go smoothly and quickly today, particularly paperwork. Others are willing to lend a hand if you need it, and you might be called upon to assist another with a task beyond his or her ability.
Gemini A rush of communication heightens love and romance today. Feelings and memories are willingly shared.
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TV CHARACTERS ACROSS 1. HR concern 6. *Like TV's Oscar and Felix 9. Roofed colonnade 13. *Where Hawkeye Pierce was stationed 14. Luau dish 15. Use elbow grease 16. Are not 17. Tiny toiler 18. Haul up 19. *Hair trend-setting friend 21. *Lady Mary or Lady Violet 23. Immeasurable period 24. Herring-like food fishes 25. Commonwealth of Independent States 28. Gaspar, Balthasar and Melchior 30. Opposite of lead 35. Burden 37. *Most of the characters in Oz 39. Sound of a fast move 40. Harbor ill feelings 41. Greyish brown 43. South American monkey 44. Army doc 46. Good earth 47. State of irritation 48. ____ Trail 50. Functions 52. Fraternity 53. Stir fry pans 55. Indefinite degree 57. *Gandolfini's character 61. Ancient theaters 64. Not our 65. Found at the end of a series 67. More wry 69. What sitcom did 70. ____ Zeppelin 71. Opener 72. Recipe direction 73. Sometimes they just pop up 74. City in North Rhine-Westphalia
DOWN 1. Calypso cousin 2. Unit of pressure 3. a² of a square 4. Made of pickets 5. 6 feet, to a captain 6. "Because of Winn-Dixie" protagonist 7. *Mad Man 8. Dine and ____ 9. Flat-bottomed boat 10. Work hard 11. English river, of Virginia Woolf fame 12. Bohemian 15. What Peter Pan lost 20. Perform in a play 22. Luftwaffe's WWII enemy 24. Like a curvy line 25. *Given name of Seinfeld's neighbor 26. Lay to rest 27. Blue fabric in Elvis song 29. Guarded by Hope Solo 31. Land parcels 32. Under fig leaves? 33. Plural of ostium 34. *a.k.a. Heisenberg 36. ____ of whiskey 38. R&R destinations 42. Make corrections 45. English playwright Noël 49. 4 ____ Blondes, rock band 51. *The youngest Griffin 54. Aussie bear 56. French brass, pl. 57. Bayonet wound 58. Home to Columbus 59. Prefix with scope or meter 60. Cambodian money 61. Horse's chances 62. Things to pick 63. Dehydrated 66. *Eddard Stark, for short 68. *He played Opie Taylor
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A number of interesting visitors could come to your home today. At least one could be from a foreign country, and some could be in the educational field.
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Leo Some fascinating new neighbors may move in. They could be in law, education, or travel, they could be from a foreign land - or they could be both. A friend could introduce you to these people.
Virgo Have you been looking for some new ways to earn extra money? Today might find you studying all the latest statistics and economic trends to point you in the right direction.
Libra Passion is on your mind today. You’ll want to get together with a romantic partner.
Scorpio Do you want to surprise your partner with a gift? Perhaps there’s something that your beloved has wanted for a long time but hasn’t bought.
Sagittarius A group activity, perhaps a festival of some kind, could bring new information and people into your life.
Capricorn Discussions of spiritual or psychic matters could result from exposure to an author on such subjects. You might attend a lecture by this person or perhaps see a documentary on the topic.
Aquarius A long-awaited letter or call might come today from a friend who lives in another state or a foreign country. This could open the lines of communication to a degree they haven’t reached for a long time.
Pisces Are you interested in investing? This is a good day to read financial pages, study stock reports, and consult with people who know about these things.
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from flooding; debris backs them up. For travel: Check the weather forecast and plan accordingly. El Niño should mean good local snow conditions. But there may also
be mountain pass closures and the possible need for chains. It may cause rough weather at sea. Hurricanes have hit Hawaii during El Niño. The rainbow after El
Niño’s storms would be a reduction in Southern California drought conditions. Before El Niño arrives, residents will benefit if they’re prepared to welcome it.
will go directly to City of Hope to fund research, treatment and education needed to help find a cure. For more information on the #PinkPatchProject, visit www. pinkpatchproject.com Our pink patches and other items can be purchased
at the Irwindale Police Department (5050 N. Irwindale Avenue, Irwindale). Contact Norma Ortiz at nortiz@ ci.irwindale.ca.us or at (626) 430-2249 for more information.
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Sunday Service
As part of this initiative, the Irwindale Police Department is selling pink patches to the community, as well as a commemorative pink patch T-shirt and other pink patch items. Our goal is to raise $10,000.00 from the sale of these items, which
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Niro and Anne Hathaway couldn’t be better. As Ben, De Niro projects a patient, wise presence. It’s easy to see why the younger men admire him and why divorcee Fiona (René Russo) is glad to have “actually met a man I want to hang out with.” Hathaway portrays Jules as well-meaning but driven and unsure. Jules had a great startup idea, it took off, and she’s talented. But, investors’ calls for the hiring of an outside CEO rattle her. Jules isn’t sure she can give an inch without others taking the proverbial mile; her uncertainty is relatable. In the tradition of directors Woody Allen and Nora Ephron, Meyers lovingly shoots New York, especially its brownstone, tree-lined neighborhoods. To go with the urban setting, Meyers’ casting team could have included more diversity, but
they missed the chance. One disappointing plot development comes at the end of the film when Meyers abruptly gives a challenge in Jules’s home life a “happy ending.” The resolution contradicts wisdom Meyers had Ben express earlier. Rather than including the too easy solution, Meyers could’ve have left it unresolved, letting the audience decide for themselves how things would have played out. Fortunately, this one flaw doesn’t ruin the film. For a positive take on friendships, age, and relationships in general, “The Intern” is one to see. 4 out of 5 stars: Good MPAA Rating: PG-13brief strong language and suggestive content Running time: 2hr., 1min.
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to keep your composer when you’re being scared all night long. So we here at Mid Valley News we recommend you go to Knott’s if you like to be scared.
Remember:
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Keep hydrated and drink plenty of water during this hot summer heat wave
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Page 14 TRUSTEE SALE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-15-665082-CL Order No.: 730-1501718-70 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/1/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Man Lan Voong, a single man Recorded: 3/8/2005 as Instrument No. 05 0520696 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 10/28/2015 at 10:30AM Place of Sale: Near the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, California 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $290,345.45 The purported property address is: 2630 SASTRE AVENUE, EL MONTE, CA 91733 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 8102-005-028 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one
mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 888-988-6736 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA15-665082-CL . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 888988-6736 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-15-665082-CL IDSPub #0091559 10/7/2015 10/14/2015 10/21/2015 MID VALLEY NEWS
NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2015236653. ORIGINAL FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: EL MONTE PHARMACY 3948 N PECK RD. #A1 EL MONTE, CA 91732 LA COUNTY. Registered Owner(s): T & G HEALTHCARE, INC. 3948 N. PECK RD. #A1 EL MONTE, CA 91732 LA COUNTY. This business is conducted by A CORPORATION. Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name on T & G HEALTHCARE, INC., TITLE; CEO. Notice – In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 Days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered Owner. A new fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. Effective January 1, 2014, The Fictitious Business Name statement must be accompanied by the affidavit of identity form. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Dean C. Logan, Los Angeles County Clerk. By: Misti Brooks, Deputy Published The Notice: 09.23.2015, 09.30.2015 10.07.2015, 10.14.2015 MID VALLEY NEWS
NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2015247950. ORIGINAL FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SANCHEZ FAMILY ENTERPRISES 1000 LAKES DRIVE STE. 165 W. COVINA CA. 91790 LA COUNTY. MC DONALD’S RESTAURANTS 1000 LAKES DRIVE STE. 165 W. COVINA CA. 91790 LA COUNTY. Registered Owner(s): DEAN R. SANCHEZ 801 S. HOPE ST. APT. 2012 LOS ANGELES CA. 90017 BEVERLY A. SANCHEZ 2150 TURNBULL CANYON RD. HACIENDA HEIGHTS CA. 91745 ROBERT E. SANCHEZ 2150 TURNBULL CANYON RD. HACIENDA HEIGHTS CA. 91745 This business is conducted by A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name on DEAN R. SANCHEZ, TITLE; PARTNER. Notice – In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 Days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered Owner. A new fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. Effective January 1, 2014, The Fictitious Business Name statement must be accompanied by the affidavit of identity form. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Dean C. Logan, Los Angeles County Clerk. By: ___________, Deputy Published The Notice: 09.30.2015, 10.07.2015 10.14.2015, 10.21.2015 MID VALLEY NEWS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REVISED NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY, NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF EL MONTE PLANNING COMMISSION Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626 TO:
All Interested Parties
FROM:
City of El Monte Planning Commission
APPLICATION:
Tentative Tract Map No. 62624, Conditional Use Permit No. 13-14, Conditional Use Permit No. 1515, Variance 01-15 and Modification No. 13-14.
PROPERTY LOCATION: REQUEST: APPLICANT AND PROPERTY OWNER:
4127 – 4143 Rowland Ave (APN 8577-008-062 8577-008-047 and 8577-009-042) (A full legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Economic Development Department).
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION: REVISED PUBLIC REVIEW PERIOD:
An Initial Study prepared for the project determined that there will be less than significant impacts to the environment because mitigation measures will be incorporated into the project. Therefore a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) has been prepared. Mitigation measures are provided to lessen potential impacts related to cultural resources, hazards and hazardous materials and population and housing. The Planning Commission will take comments on the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration at the public hearing.
PLACE OF HEARING:
Pursuant to State Law, the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the MND and on the proposed project. The hearing is scheduled for:
The request is for a new 72 three-story townhouse and condominium units within a 3.09 acre (134,725 square foot) vacant site. Of the total number of units, 22 units will be townhomes and will include an attached two-car garage. The remaining 50 units will be stacked flats located in the central portion of the project with subterranean parking. Additionally, 30,595 square feet of common open space will be provided. The property is located in the R-4 (High Density Residential) zone. Requested entitlements include a Tentative Tract Map to subdivide the property for ownership units, a Conditional Use Permit to establish 3+ residential units, a Conditional Use Permit to establish a Planned Residential Development, a Variance to common open space standards and a Modification to exceed floor area. This request is made pursuant to the requirements of Chapters 16.10, 17.20, and 17.24 of the El Monte Municipal Code (EMMC). Andrew Chiao 16035 Robin Way Industry, CA 91745
Comments on the Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration may be received in writing between October 7, 2015 and October 26, 2015 and orally at the public hearing.
Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2015 (same date and time as noted in original notice) Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: El Monte City Hall City Hall East – Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California Persons wishing to comment on the proposed application may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. If you challenge the decision of the City Planning Commission, in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information regarding this application please contact the Planning Division at (626) 258-8626 Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Published and Wednesday, City of El Monte Planning Commission Mailed on: October 7, 2015 Marcella Magdaleno, Planning Commission Secretary MIDVALLEY NEWS
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Entertainment Corner Zeppelin USA at The Jam by Sal Gomez Orange CA
In the music tribute world the norm in approach and style is for the musicians to perform in the costumes and look of the bands they pay tribute to in both small venues and large theaters around the world. It can be a very exhilarating experience
for the audience. But from the “less is more” school of thought there are a group of tribute bands that made the decision to do away with the costumes and style and concentrate on the substance.... the music and experience of their honored tribute artist or
band. At The Jam at La Purisima Church in the City of Orange, The Jam is a yearly weekend fundraiser type of carnival except...not rides. None. Instead they offer crafts for sale, silent and public auctions of memo-
rabilia, a large selection of food and drink....and music. As the name describes, the weekend is jammed with LIVE music including some of the most well known and popular tribute bands. Zeppelin USA has played the closing set for The Jam over the last handful of years, and they did not disappoint. After the show was over, an unofficial poll was taken of a few dozen attendees and all agreed, Zeppelin USA may be the best Led Zeppelin tribute band around. With Brody Dolyniuk on vocals, harmonica / Steve Zukowsky - guitar, theremin / Jonathan
Gilcrest - bass, keyboards, mandolin, vocals & Pat Leon - drums, percussion Zeppelin USA delved into the amazing Zepp catalog and delivered each song in true style and pulled off the impossible....they made these classic rock song their own. In a relaxed, playful yet professional style, ZUSA brought the crowd into their party and blew the socks off the joint. This is a band that everyone needs to see. For more information and a look at their tour schedule, visit them on Facebook or click over to their website at: http://www.zusarocks.com/ home.
photos by Sal Gomez
Everest by Glen Maldonado National
On the morning of May 10, 1996, climbers Rob Hall, played by Jason Clarke (Dawn of the Planet of the Apes), and Beck Weathers, played by Josh Brolin
(No Country for Old Men) started their final ascent toward the summit of Mount Everest, the highest point on Earth. With little warning, a violent storm strikes the
mountain, engulfing the adventurers in one of the fiercest blizzards ever encountered by man. Challenged by the harshest conditions imaginable, the teams must endure blistering winds and freezing temperatures in an epic battle to survive against nearly impossible odds. “Everest” has an all-star cast including Sam Worthington, Keira Knightley, Emily Watson, and Jake Gyllenhaal. Their performances are great. Directed by Baltasar Kormakur, “Everest” is Kormakur’s tenth film. He is known for “2 Guns” and “Contraband.” Kormakur used a lot of green screen in this film and you can tell why. He was not going to actually film on “Everest.” Only few people have ever actually made it to the top and I doubt an entire cast and crew could make it up there. “Everest” was written by William Nicholson (Les Miserables, Gladiator) and Simon Beaufoy (Hunger Games: Catching Fire, Slum Dog Millionaire). They are all-star writers and Oscar winners. “Everest” gives a great time and leaves you suspenseful, but left me disappointed in the end. However, the film is based on a true story and you can’t alter true story endings. As I was leaving the theater I wasn’t the only one feeling disappointed. But it did make my friends cry. Grade B+
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