‘Flaring’ at the Torrance Refinery under scrutiny
Tall flares and billowing black smoke released from the Torrance Refinery earlier this month have prompted added concern from nearby residents and increased scrutiny of the refinery from regulators, which may lead to broader reforms for refineries all across Southern California. The South Coast Air Quality Management District, the local agency tasked with air pollution […]
Funny name, serious enthusiasm: pickleball players seeking space in Hermosa Beach
The South Bay’s growing population of senior citizens have latched on to the sport of pickleball, only to find that there are only so many places to play. You could say it’s a dilly of a…oh, nevermind. Advocates for pickleball will appear next week before the Hermosa Beach’s Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission, […]
Skechers Walk raises bar and funds for Friendship Foundation kids, South Bay schools

The Eighth Annual Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk drew over over 12,000 walkers, who packed The Strand, from the Manhattan Beach pier to the Hermosa Beach Pier, helping to raise $1.6 million last.
Spotlight on the hill – Lundquist receives Champion of Business award

Richard Lundquist was presented with the City of El Segundo Champion of Business award
Spotlight on the hill – Palos Verdes Performing Arts Encore Circle Season Opening Dinner
The Palos Verdes Performing Arts Center’s Encore Circle support group celebrated the opening of the 34th season
Spotlight on the hill – Knabe thanks Peninsula, wishes he could do more

Knabe was presented with the Palos Verdes Citizen of the Year award