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* Burton Chace Park Getting a Revamp
* Salons Reopening Outdoors
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Burton Chace Park Getting a Revamp: YO! Venice Show – July, 23, 2020
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The doughnut staple opened its Venice location at 66 Windward Ave. on Friday the 13th in June of last year. By Zach Armstrong Voodoo Doughnut, the popular franchise known for its line of creative and elaborate […]
FEMA Extends Housing Assistance Deadlines for Wildfire Survivors
The Federal Emergency Management Agency approved the extension following a request from California, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced. Federal officials have extended housing assistance deadlines for survivors of the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, including the devastating […]
Santa Monica Coastal Permitting Bill Revised After Agreement With Coastal Commission
The agreement marks a major shift from the bill’s original proposal, which drew criticism from environmental organizations and beach access advocates who argued it would reduce Coastal Commission oversight within Santa Monica’s coastal zone. A […]
Venice Shorts: Residents Report Public Defecation, Threats Near Fourth Avenue Homes
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Hama Sushi Hosts Venice Museum Summer Exhibit
The exhibition expands on a collection of historic portraits that were sourced from community members, highlighting Venice residents and local history. The Venice Heritage Museum will open a new museum-in-residence exhibition at Hama Sushi this […]
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County Warns Parents Not to Use Recalled Infant Formula Amid Botulism Investigation
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Officials Recommend Canals Residents Report Sightings, Remove Attractants to Coexist with Coyotes
Workshop hosted by Venice Canals Association promotes hazing techniques, scare sticks and community reporting as sightings increase in the neighborhood Residents of the Venice Canals gathered for a workshop on coexisting with urban coyotes, as […]
Venice Shorts: Major Cleanup & Clearance on Washington Blvd
City officials, including members of the LAPD, made a significant and coordinated effort to remove debris and some of the illegally parked vehicles. By Nick Antonicello It was a major victory today for Washington Blvd […]
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Starbird Launches ‘Summer of Wraps’ Menu
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California Commits Nearly $269M in Sites Reservoir Project
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Cedars-Sinai Opens New BRCA Center to Streamline Cancer Risk Care
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Co-Owner of Venice Originals Skate Shop Passes at 50
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Summer Garden Tour to Highlight Native Plants, Coastal Ecology at Santa Monica’s Shotgun House
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