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Articles from the March 17, 2014 edition


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  • SMMUSD's Ben Allen Says He's In It To Win It

    David Ganezer, Publisher|Mar 17, 2014

    I have known Ben Allen since he worked for The Observer in 1998 gathering subscriptions. Since then, he's gone on to Berkeley Law School, and the SMMUSD Board. I caught up with the Candidate for Ted Lieu's vacant State Senate Seat today. He has gathered some major endorsements, raised over $250,000, and appears to be the leading candidate for the seat that stretches South from Santa Monica to Manhattan Beach. I asked him the following questions. Why are you running for State Senate? I've been...

  • Montana Fire Takes Life of "Red" Erickson

    Mar 17, 2014

    A longtime Santa Monica Real Estate Agent Red Erickson died in a fire Sunday on the corner of Montana and 11th Street. Three fire fighters suffered smoke inhalation, and one other resident of the structure was hospitalized. The fire was located in a combination business and residential building at 1030 Montana Avenue. Deputy Fire Chief of Operations Tom Clemo confirmed that Mr. Erickson died on Tuesday night of the injuries he received in the fire. "We received a call for a Structure Fire,...

  • SM Rocks & Rolls

    Mar 17, 2014

    A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck just outside of Los Angeles on Monday, rattling early morning commuters across a wide swath of Southern California but causing no damage or injury. The quake, which was initially registered by the U.S. Geological Survey as a 4.7, struck shortly before 6:30 a.m. local time and was centered about 6 miles north-northwest of Westwood, California. The shaking was felt as far away as Orange County to the south and Palmdale to the east, but authorities said they had received no reports of damage or injury and no...

  • Heal the Bay Gives SM Beach A's, Mostly

    David Ganezer, Publisher|Mar 17, 2014

    Heal the Bay gave "A's" to nearly all Santa Monica beaches, in its monthly LA County Beach Report card issued on March 12, 2014. A's or A+s, went to Santa Monica Beach at Santa Monica Canyon, Montana Avenue, Wilshire Blvd, Pico Kenter Storm Drain, Ocean Park Blvd, and Rose in Venice. The Municipal pier garnered a grade of B. It's typical for the Pier to stand in dirtier water than it's Santa Monica neighbors. Marind Del Rey/Mother's Beach and the Lifeguard Tower, received F grades due probably t...

  • 6th Annual Sustainable SM Student Poster Contest

    The 6th annual Sustainable Santa Monica Student Poster Contest will raise awareness about Santa Monica's Water Self-sufficiency Plan & educate the community about water conservation. Rules and Guidelines - Open to all K-12 students who live or attend school in Santa Monica - Only original artwork will be accepted - Only one poster submission per student - Students may work in 2 person teams but the prize will be shared. - Posters must be hand drawn on white paper, bright colors are recommended...

  • Local News Briefs

    Mar 17, 2014

    No Booze for Palihouse 40 or so local residents attended the Santa Monica Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday night to oppose Palihouse Santa Monica's application for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to sell alcoholic beverages. They did not leave disappointed, as the Commission voted 7 to zero to deny the Palihouse application. The old hotel turned boarding house, removed enough tenants 3 years ago to convert the building into a luxury hotel They sought to provide hotel guests alcohol through "mini bars." The Palihouse Santa Monica,...

  • SANTA MONICA CRIME WATCH

    Antje Weser|Mar 17, 2014

    Bicyclist Helps to Catch Robber Santa Monica Police say they responded to a report of a strong-arm robbery on March 13 at the 1900 block of 6th Street at 10 in the morning. Lawmen report the victim told them that a man grabbed her cell phone while she was waiting for a bus at the 1900 block of Lincoln Blvd. They say the victim ran after the suspect, Deantre Julian of Santa Monica, yelling at him to stop. Lawmen report bicyclist heard the commotion and started chasing Julian as well. They say...

  • SM Public Library presents The Big Read Kick-off Celebration

    Santa Monica Public Library (SMPL) begins its Big Read celebration of Into the Beautiful North by Luis Alberto Urrea with a free outdoor concert and festivities on Saturday, March 29 at 12:30 p.m. in the Main Library North Courtyard at 601 Santa Monica Boulevard. Alfredo López, Isaac Ruben Izquierdo and Jorge Andres Herrera take us on a musical tour of Mexico highlighting the richness and variety of traditional Mexican music. A master of more than 20 styles of Latino American music and skilled...

  • Children's Hospital Los Angeles – Santa Monica Celebrates Grand Opening

    Mar 17, 2014

    Highlighted by a special ribbon cutting ceremony, Children's Hospital Los Angeles - Santa Monica commemorated its grand opening March 11, marking the creation of CHLA's fourth outpatient care center since 2010. The hospital's Santa Monica-based pediatric medical facilities, staffed by 10 physicians who are Board-Certified in seven specialties and subspecialties, provide specialty care in hematology-oncology, medical genetics, neurology, orthopaedics, plastic and maxillofacial surgery, and...

  • Initial Impact: Knicks Win, Lakers Lose

    Mitch Chortkoff, Sports Editor|Mar 17, 2014

    After Phil Jackson was introduced Tuesday as president of New York Knicks basketball operations no player immediately changed teams. But the initial impact is that it was a grand day for the Knicks and a dreadful one for the Lakers. Both teams began the day in horrible shape, both out of playoff contention, both needing a change in leadership. Both with a dominating owner. But James Dolan of the knicks said he is gladly yielding authority to Jackson in building a more cohesive Knicks roster....

  • UCLA Fans Remain Spoiled By Wooden's Success

    Mitch Chortkoff, Sports Editor|Mar 17, 2014

    By Mitch Chortkoff Sports Editor The last of John Wooden's 11 UCLA national championships was won 37 years ago. It's too bad that Bruin fans remain spoiled. How else can we explain the lack of enthusiasm for the program in the recent past? UCLA has a fine team with a 26-8 record this season, a championship in the Pac-12 tournament and respect from the media across the country as it begins March Madness this week in San Diego. But crowds have been embarrassingly small all season at Pauley...

  • MUPPETS MOST WANTED

    debbie lynn elias|Mar 17, 2014

    "It's the Muppets again! It's the Muppets again! It's. The. Muppets. Agaaaaain!" That's right!! They're back (for the eighth time, in case you're keeping count) and not only most wanted, but most welcome. Putting yet another song in your heart and smile on your face with MUPPETS MOST WANTED, Kermit, Miss Piggy, Walter, Fozzie Bear, Animal, Gonzo and the rest of the gang (yep - almost all of the Muppets get some face time in the sequel) are now joined by the evil amphibian and criminal...

  • Samohi Open House

    Mar 17, 2014

    All Student Body: ASB Board members Crystal, Jenny and Reed welcomed parents to the Samohi Open House Tuesday night. This year, the Open House had a new form: Science teachers were in science classrooms, but all other teachers were in "departmental venues" which showcased key student work (and in some cases students themselves!) from all classes, across all subjects, gathered in one departmental area, according to Principal Eva Mayoral. Other photos: SamoHi Seniors Tom and Sam, usually...

  • 220 Gym

    Mar 17, 2014

    4 Gym at 3220 Main Street just opened and offers instruction in Cycling, Zumba, Kangoo Jumps, Gravity, Boxing and Yoga. They currently offer 3 days of instruction for free!...