Posts by Judy Rae
Paul Comon taught photography for six decades, from behind the counter
by Kevin Cody Paul Comon, founder in 1961 of Paul’s Photo in Torrance, passed away in March. He was 90 years old, and worked at his store until the start of the pandemic, according to his son Mark, who now owns the store. Comon bought his first camera, a Kodak Retina, when he was deployed…
Read MoreCITY COUNCIL – Downtown Manhattan Beach outdoor dining is extended through summer
by Mark McDermott Manhattan Beach restaurants’ use of temporary outdoor dining decks, allowed by the City Council as an emergency use of public space months into the pandemic, has been extended once more, until mid-September. The Council recognized problems with the current allowance of outdoor dining downtown, and in North Manhattan Beach, including downtown residents’…
Read MoreBaywatch Community Calendar 4-21-22
Spotlight Earthday: The Roundhouse Aquarium’s Keep it Green, Keep it Clean Earth Day Celebration is back, in person, for the first time in two years. The aquarium has partnered with local community groups and school organizations to provide interactive and hands-on activities that promote sustainable living on Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Activity booths…
Read MoreBaywatch Community Calendar 2-17-22
Ongoing Youth camp Hermosa Beach-based Indivisible Arts — formerly known as SB Artist Collective — has partnered with Blue Mind Productions to create Salt & Sea Camp for youth and teens, Feb. 21-25. The camp will combine art and creativity sessions at Resin Gallery, beach activities on the sand in Hermosa Beach, ocean exploration, mindfulness and…
Read MoreManhattan Beach About Town – Water shortage and COVID-19 testing
Water shortage The City of Manhattan Beach, in keeping with an emergency declaration by the State of California due to ongoing drought, has declared a Stage 1 water shortage. All landscape irrigation using potable water (as opposed to reused water) will be limited to no more than 15 minutes per watering day, three times per…
Read MoreManhattan Beach Unified School District attendance steady despite surge
by Mark McDermott The Manhattan Beach Unified School District continues to grapple with an unprecedented surge in COVID-19 cases that by this week included nearly eight percent of all students and employees, though the actual number is almost certainly higher due to lags in test results. Yet, according to reports presented during the Board of…
Read MoreHermosa Beach Cannabis Advisory Group forming in response to cannabis initiative
by Dan Blackburn Hermosa Beach city officials are seeking “civic minded residents and business owners” to serve on a Cannabis Advisory Group, hoping to identify local opinion on the future of local, legal marijuana sales. The application deadline is Thursday, Jan. 13. Resident Colton Chacker recently provided the city with a “notice of intent” to…
Read MoreHow to file a DBA on line or in person with the Los Angeles County Recorder
How to file a DBA on line with the Los Angeles County Recorder https://apps.lavote.gov/#/ Click File a Fictitious Business Name Click on Mail-In Click what kind of DBA you would like to file Fictitious Business Name Statement – For new filings – Requires Publication Fictitious Business Name Statement Amendment – For changes to an existing…
Read MoreDispute over Trump flags ends in an overturned Mustang and a trapped child
(Video by Lauren Purcell, courtesy of TMZ) An apparent road rage incident in downtown Hermosa Beach on Thanksgiving weekend ended with a 13-month-old child trapped in an overturned black Ford Mustang after it collided with a Jeep displaying a large Trump flag. Hermosa Beach Police Department responded to a roll-over traffic collision involving several vehicles…
Read MoreGreek Orthodox Rev. Michael K. Courey blesses Hermosa Kiwanis holiday tree lot
On the morning after Thanksgiving, Reverend Michael K. Courey from the St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church blessed the trees in the traditional ceremony that marks the opening of the lot.
Read More10 Ways to Get More Instagram Followers
If you are trying to start up a business or grow a brand, Instagram can be an extremely helpful method of getting your name out into the world. It is the most useful social network for social media marketing. For the most part, all you have to do is make sure you stay social, which…
Read MoreCadillac’s CT5 offers solid value among upscale domestic sedans
Beach Wheels I recently test-drove a Cadillac CT5 and can say with confidence that the venerable American automaker still has quite a bit of game left when it comes to sedans. While my “red obsession” tester can’t really compete with the build quality of like-sized European sedans, the car is a pleasure to drive and…
Read MoreMicrogaming Integrates the Megaways Mechanic into Their Future Games
Big news for all slot lovers out there. If you are into gambling, the chances are that slots were the first game of chance that drew you into iGaming. Nothing compares to them in terms of a perfect balance between excitement and simplicity. Slots are nowhere as challenging as poker is, but you can have…
Read MoreTop 3 Developers Who Set the Slot Games Trends
The gambling market has surely gone through big transformations over the decades. With years passing by, more and more software developers are emerging in the industry with the hopes of creating their own audience. However, most players only want to risk their cash with reputable and trusted developers. Other than that, players are looking for…
Read MoreHow to win at online casinos?
Online casino games are the perfect way to pass the time. Of course, they also increase your chances of becoming the next millionaire. You can play anywhere and anytime according to your wishes. For Canadians who want to choose online casinos, the ideal guide will help you easily understand what can often be a very…
Read MoreSouth Bay Expected to Recover Economically – As Long as No More Shutdowns
The economy in The South Bay is expected to begin the slow process of recovering over the next few months from the massive setbacks that have been caused by COVID. While there are business restrictions still in place for some, the future looks somewhat bright for most, as long as there are no more economic…
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