About Town Redondo: Pier vacancy interest, Muratsuchi book bill

City reports “lots of interest” in two Pier vacancies Greg Kapovich, Redondo Beach waterfront and economic development director, reports that the about-to-close Craig’s Hot Dog On a Stick should give way to a new tenant on the Pier. “Hey, not to worry, I don’t expect it to be vacant for long,” said Kapovich, describing what […]
Redondo Beach City Council: no ordinance needed for vacant properties

by Garth Meyer The Redondo Beach city council discussed vacant properties Aug. 20, part of a process for whether to add an ordinance on the subject to the city’s laws. Quality of Life Prosecutor Joy Ford laid out the current status. She told of the city’s watch list – for properties that get multiple reports […]
INFRASTRUCTURE: Manhattan Beach Parking Lot 3 will require emergency demolition

by Mark McDermott One of the City of Manhattan Beach’s key downtown parking structures will require immediate demolition after engineers discovered failing steel columns within its concrete. Parking Lot 3, located on 12th and Morningside, contained 146 metered parking spaces, including many used by downtown businesses. The City Council on Tuesday night authorized the demolition […]
New York nonfiction with a twist from Palos Verdes man Matt Sterling

by Garth Meyer Matt Sterling worked at LINTAS advertising in New York City, its offices inside the One Dag Hammarskjold Plaza building, near the United Nations; named for its second secretary general. Sterling was a young assistant media planner, trying to make it in the city, one of 200 people in his department. On the […]
Top 3 Movie-Theme Slots That Are Worth a Spin in 2024
Explore the top 3 movie-themed slots of 2024 that blend iconic films with engaging game mechanics. Perfect for both film lovers and slot enthusiasts! Top 3 Movie-Theme Slots That Are Worth a Spin in 2024 Tying a game to a beloved movie franchise can definitely amp up the excitement factor for fans. Movie slots have […]
Can an Oilfield Cause a Surfing Accident?
Surfing near an oilfield carries some unique risks that surfers should be aware of. This is because oil platforms and other structures can impact wave patterns, leading to dangerous surf conditions. Furthermore, pipelines and debris from oil platforms can create hazards for surfers. So what should you do if you get into a surfing accident […]