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* Burton Chace Park Getting a Revamp
* Salons Reopening Outdoors
All this and more on today’s show made possible by Brad dela Cruz.
Burton Chace Park Getting a Revamp: YO! Venice Show – July, 23, 2020
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Four LAPD Officers Involved in Shooting Identified; Suspect Shot in Jaw, Stable
Man allegedly pointed BB gun resembling handgun at officers after assault-with-deadly-weapon call. Four Los Angeles Police Department officers were identified Wednesday in connection with an officer-involved shooting Tuesday morning in the Wilshire area, where a […]
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Venice Shorts: Hampton Encampment Back on Sidewalk
New Encampment on the Saint Joseph’s side of the street worries residents By Nick Antonicello A new sidewalk encampment has sprouted on Hampton as this photo was taken at 9:45 a.m. on May 14. With […]
Fisherman’s Village Launches Free Outdoor Movie Series with ‘Wicked’ Screening
The event, held in the parking lot adjacent to El Torito near Dock 55, invites attendees to bring blankets or low-back chairs for a relaxed evening by the marina Fisherman’s Village kicks off its new […]
Photo: Christopher Lee served as Chair of the Rules & Selections Committee that created the process for the 2025 elections within LA’s constraints of no in-person voting
Venice Shorts: Democracy Denied?
Neighborhood Council Elections Mandate That Ballots Be Requested Will Cause Turnout and Participation to Plummet, No In-Person Voting Will Have a Chilling Effect on This Grass Roots, All-Volunteer Board By Nick Antonicello The decision by […]
Venice Shorts: Brian Averill Unopposed for Second Term as VNC President
Thirty-Four Candidates File for Twenty-One Spots, as Several Incumbents Are Seeking Another Two-Year Stint By Nick Antonicello The filing deadline for the 2025 Venice Neighborhood Council elections has passed with 34 candidates competing for 21 […]
Marina del Rey’s Ritz Carlton to Host Class of 2023 Senior Recognition Dinner-Dance by NCL Westside Chapter
Career Panel Event and Class of 2023 Senior Recognition dance set for March 5 and 11 National Charity League Westside Chapter is set to host two events in March, the Career Panel Event in Brentwood […]
Penmar Recreation Center. Photo: City of LA.
Los Angeles Parks to Close Easter
Over COVID-19 cases in LA County By Sam Catanzaro The City of Los Angeles is closing all parks for Easter Sunday to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). On Wednesday Los Angeles Mayor […]
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Marina del Rey Hosts Local Youth for 2nd Annual Career Day
The students gained hands-on insight into a variety of roles within the tourism sector, from hospitality and event management to maritime services The Marina del Rey Tourism Board, in partnership with LA County Supervisor Holly […]
Venice Shorts: Repaving Underway at Washington Square
Construction at the Beach Commences By Nick Antonicello A major repaving at the mouth of Washington Square commenced last week as several large construction efforts are now underway. The image you see here is directly […]
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Final Weekend to See “The Wisdom of Eve” by Theatre Palisades
The stage version of the classic film tells of an ambitious woman who manipulates her way into the life of a successful actress Theatre Palisades is offering its final performances of The Wisdom of Eve, running […]
Nine-Unit Supportive Housing Development Opens in Venice
The project, developed by Venice Community Housing, rehabilitated six existing structures and added new construction A nine-unit permanent supportive housing complex called Marian Place Apartments has opened in Venice, providing affordable homes targeted at chronically […]
Venice Beach Recreation Center Holding Free Memorial Day Celebration
Bodybuilding competition, 1st Marine Band Division, flyover and more! By Staff Writer A free memorial day celebration is coming to Venice Beach Monday with a bodybuilding competition, flyover and more! Venice Beach Recreation Center is […]
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Cape Cod-Style Home on Ocean Front Walk Lists for $9.8M
Outdoor amenities include a rooftop deck with a fireplace, built-in barbecue and an indoor kitchen area A three-bedroom, four-bathroom oceanfront home at 2705 Ocean Front Walk has been listed for $9.8 million, according to the […]
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LA City Council Votes to Ban Homeless Encampment Within 500 Feet of Schools
Final vote expected next week By Dolores Quintana and Sam Catanzaro Los Angeles City Council this week took steps to ban homeless encampments within 500 feet of schools and day-care centers, among other locations. At […]
Sunshine Beach Volleyball Camps: Register Open for Summer Camps
Summer is coming. For young volleyball athletes, that means registration for the Sunshine Westside Beach Camp and South Bay Beach camp is in full swing. From beginning to expert, a summer of focused volleyball instruction […]
Community Policing at the Heart of Beat Four
The Neighborhood Resource Officer (NRO) Program thrives through community involvement and collective work. Today we hear from Officer Aaron Alpert and what goes on in beat four..Video brought to you by Ryan Woodward.
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