The Arcadia Public Library announced the addition to its collection of "Come Fill the Cup," the latest work of Harlan Ware, the well known author, resident of Arcadia.
A short story called "The Bipartisan Blond" by Arcadia author Hannah Smith appears in the September Ladies' Home Journal. She published a book called "For Heaven's Sake" about three years ago.
Meredith Brucker, Arcadia resident, is the recipient of this year's Founders' Award, presented by the Independent Writers of Southern California (IWOSC). Hard copy in Authors VF.
Arcadia Public Library opens "Teen Center," with a new collection dedicated especially to teenagers. It is located in the northeast corner of the adult reading room.
The new Arcadia Police station, the largest public project ever undertaken by the City of Arcadia, officially opened last Friday, October 3, when city government and law enforcement held a ribbon cutting ceremony on its front lawn. The police station was built using funds from an $8 million bond measure that was passed with a majority of public support in 1999. The 41,000 square feet headquarters has an additional 12,000 s.f. for a firing range and training room, maintenance and communication shops, a vehicle impound area and a SWAT facility. Dave Hinig is the Chief of Police. The previous police station was built in 1956.
Arcadia City Council approves Water Master Plan update, presented by Pat Malloy, Public Works Services Director. The guide outlines a ten-year improvement program for over $44 million.
New Arcadia police station is on the way. The demolition contract will be awarded August 7, then a groundbreaking ceremony scheduled for late September. An artist's rendition of the architectural drawing is shown.
The Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension Construction Authority Board of Directors adopts new policies to enhance agency's transparency and accountability.
Los Angeles County Mayor Michael D. Antonovich urged Southern California Edison (SCE) to restore power now to San Gabriel Valley residents that lost power in last week's windstorm.