Easy Reader 54th Anniversary Writing, Photography, Video, and Cartoon Contest
2024 Easy Reader Writing, Photography, Video, and Cartoon Contest Best story: $500 Best photographs/videos: 1st prize: Camera [Canon/Nikon]. 2nd Prize: Camera [Canon/Nikon]. 3rd prize: Camera [Canon/Nikon] Deadline: Monday, August 5, 2024 Story guidelines: Submissions must be on disk or emailed. Stories may be real, imaginary or confabulated. Preference will be given to stories relating to […]
Catalina Classic Commemorative Statue photo contest – $1,000 in prizes
The deadline is approaching for a photography contest whose sole subject is the Catalina Classic Commemorative Statue at the Manhattan Beach pier. Prizes include $1,000 in credit at Paul’s Photos. The contest is being hosted by the South Bay Boardriders Club, Paul’s Photo and Easy Reader. The statue was installed in August to commemorate […]
Travel: San Francisco’s Tastiest Neighborhood? North Beach
There is no beach in San Francisco’s North Beach. There was, once upon a time, before it got filled up and replaced with streets and buildings. But what has remained constant: a huge Italian community. It’s not as big as it once was, but the spirit of the Italian culture and food lives on, in […]
Letters to the Editor 4-17-25
Dias bias Dear ER: Re: March 25 City Council Meeting April 11, 2025 After hearing comments from Councilmember Raymond Jackson in the March 25 Hermosa Beach City Council meeting regarding my short-term rental ban lawsuit, I am compelled to respond to him (“Hermosa Beach signals intent to fight short-term rentals challenge,” ER March 27, 2025). […]
Understanding Insurance Benefits and Alcohol Rehab Treatment
Facing the challenge of alcohol addiction is a significant step toward recovery, but understanding how to finance treatment can also be daunting. Insurance benefits for alcohol rehab can provide essential support, alleviating some of the stress associated with the cost of treatment. Navigating these benefits, however, requires knowledge of your insurance policy’s particulars and the […]
HOUSING CRISIS: Manhattan City Council reluctantly adds state-imposed housing codes
by Mark McDermott Over the past month the City Council has twice deliberated over a set of five state-imposed code amendments that will streamline processes related to affordable housing projects, accessory dwelling units, Density Bonus waivers, and the easing of lot consolidation restrictions in order to encourage more residential building. The code-amending ordinances were a […]
Hermosa Beach: “Browning Lives. God Speed, Greg”
by Kevin Cody Photo by Matt Parker Surfers checking the waves at 16th in Hermosa Beach Saturday morning instantly knew the meaning of the fluorescent red graffiti on the mouth of the storm drain whose runoff creates the sandbar that makes 16th Street worth checking every morning. The graffiti read “Greg Lives. God Speed, Greg.” […]
Nathan Tu, Valentina Glines named to 2025 Taekwondo National Team
Nathan Tu, 12, has been selected for USA Taekwondo National Team in the Poomsae (forms) Cadet Male Team division; and Valentina Glines, 16, has been selected as an alternate on the National Team in the Freestyle Under-17 Female division. Both train at the K.S Choi Taekwondo Center in Rolling Hills Estates. “We are incredibly proud […]
Hermosa Beach Museum nears national accreditation
The Hermosa Beach Museum – a small but mighty institution known for celebrating the city’s surf, skate, and beach culture – is closing in on a major milestone: national accreditation. Officials said Sunday the museum is preparing for a pivotal site visit in August from the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the primary accrediting body […]
A milestone day for a former Redondo Beach teacher, Esther Weber
by Garth Meyer Esther Weber of Redondo Beach is 100 ¾. A retired, longtime Redondo Beach school teacher, she first moved here in 1950. Her husband died when he was 97. “A husband who made sure I wasn’t dating any other guy,” Weber said. “I was going with a fellow – a high school boyfriend, […]
British Open winner’s trophy rises from Altadena fire ashes
by Kevin Cody Mo Martin won the 2014 Woman’s British Open in one of the most fabled finishes in the prestigious tournament’s four-decade history. The Redondo Beach resident began the final round at the Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England three shots behind, in a six-way tie for seventh. She finished the final round […]
Best of the Beach Dining & Entertainment 2025 WINNERS
by Richard Foss American BBQ Willingham’s Local barbecue fans got a scare when Willingham’s was closed for months because owner Phil Bae had been in a car accident. His skill at smoke-roasting meat is unimpaired because he won this category for the third year in a row. This is the place where each step of […]
Arrest made in threat to Metro right-of-way surveyors
by Garth Meyer A man who threatened to harm Metro surveyors on the potential Green Line extension route through North Redondo and Lawndale was arrested April 2. Detectives from The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Transit Services Bureau apprehended Daniel Doyle Scallion, 28, who is alleged to have made the threat Feb. 20 in an anonymous […]
Best of the Beach 2025 Dining & Entertainment
American BBQ Willingham 443 S Pacific Coast Hwy #A Redondo Beach (424) 390-4300 willinghambbq.com Asian Fusion RYLA 1220 Hermosa Avenue Hermosa Beach (424) 247-9881 eatryla.com Bar Food Shellback Tavern 116 Manhattan Beach Blvd Manhattan Beach (310) 376-7857 shellback-tavern.business.site Brunch Martha’s Hermosa Beach 25 22nd Street Hermosa Beach (310) 376-7786 marthashermosabeach.com Breakfast […]
Joy Ford begins as Redondo Beach City Attorney
by Garth Meyer The new Redondo Beach city attorney is in place, still doing her old job, too. Joy Ford, who was sworn in April 1 to replace five-term city attorney Mike Webb, has already extended a conditional offer to her own replacement as quality of life prosecutor. One person was interviewed. While the background […]
Redondo Rotary puts on new “South Bay Film Festival” Friday
The Rotary Club of Redondo Beach presents the inaugural “South Bay Film Festival,” Friday, April 11, at the Hermosa Beach Community Theater. The event spotlights old movies filmed locally, as well as a contest for new shorts from student filmmakers, centered on the theme of “Kindness.” The feature presentation is “Men at Work (1990)”, filmed […]
How to Find Great Podcasts for Professionals in Law and Medical
In today’s fast-paced professional world, continuing education is no longer confined to classrooms and conferences. For busy legal and medical professionals, podcasts have emerged as an invaluable resource for staying current with industry developments, earning continuing education credits, and connecting with thought leaders—all while commuting, exercising, or completing daily tasks. Understanding the Podcast Landscape According […]
Tips for Opening and Running Your Own Plumbing Business
Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey of starting a plumbing business can be both exciting and daunting. As with any venture, critical planning and preparation are essential to navigate the complexities of the industry. From assessing market needs to ensuring you have the right tools, the process is multifaceted. The key to this is understanding the […]
Hermosa Volleyball Open in fall okayed, 2028 Olympic quest begins
by Kevin Cody The Hermosa Beach Open volleyball tournament will return to the Hermosa pier for the second consecutive year in September, under an agreement approved by the Hermosa Beach City Council at its Tuesday, April 8 meeting. The City Council also discussed the city taking ownership of the Hermosa Open, similarly to how Manhattan […]