Robinson Helicopters Flying Higher
What is Torrance know for worldwide? Not the beach – we have one, but even many locals don’t seem to know that it is there. Is it the malls? That’s a local draw, but not anything that people in other countries are likely to be aware of. Here’s the surprising truth – Torrance is known […]
Handmade in the South Bay: Strand Brewing to open new brewhouse

Three weeks into June, Strand Brewing Company co-owner and head of sales Rich Marcello looked through his calendar for the rest of his month’s schedule. He found L.A. Beer week looming — eight days’ worth of celebrating the best in the Los Angeles craft brewing scene. It’s both a valuable opportunity and a bit […]
Bing Copeland surf team to reunite

Dive N’ Surf will be honoring legendary surfer and surfboard shaper Bing Copeland Saturday with a Bing Surfboards Reunion in conjunction with the Vintage Longboard Club Swap Meet from noon to 4 p.m. The event will bring together past and current Bing Surfboard teamriders, craftsmen, and associates as well as other surf icons. “Bing is […]
Letters 08/27/15

Free market discussion Dear ER: I am writing to correct misinformation about the Gelson’s project contained in a recent letter-to-the-editor. Here are the facts: To date, we have submitted only the preliminary project application to the City. The studies required by the City are now being conducted to confirm compliance with City requirements. The site […]
Manhattan Village Mall lot eyed for development

The humble parking lot sandwiched between Macy’s and an athletic field is getting another look as the city contemplates asking developers for proposals for the site.
Police Beat in Manhattan Beach
A 2005 Porsche Carrera was stolen from the garage of a house on the 500 block of 1st Street some time between Aug. 14 to 16.
Friend or Foe?

Peggy Zask goes at art with sticks and razor blades. Her solo show opens Saturday. If we’re looking for precise answers and definitions of art, we’d better not ask Peggy Zask. Her replies, however, reveal that she’s still searching, and if art isn’t about encounter and exploration, what is? “I tend to have different artist […]
A La Carte 08/27/15
An Institution Goes Dark… It’s a sad time for soul food lovers across the South Bay, as Flossie’s has closed after 25 years in business. This may be hard to tell for the casual passerby, as the dark windows always made the place look closed, but according to the sign on the door they have […]