Church Group Wants to Start Farmers Market, Other Events at Former Altadena Nursery Site

The new tenant of the old Altadena Nursery site, an outreach branch of a Pasadena-based church, has moved in and began preparing for local community events, such as a farmer's market and other open-air fairs.

County Counsel Reviewing Patticakes Mural Decision

The mural at Patticakes Dessert Company was ruled a violation of county code earlier this month, but county counsel is reviewing the decision.

Another Marvelous Mexican Restaurant in Altadena

Altadena has more than one great option for delicious Mexican food.

To Complain or Not: A Customer's Dilemma

If you find you don't like a business's service as much as you used to, should you try to do something about it or move on to the next place?

Altadena Urban Farmer's Market Gets Permit for May 29 Event

Market organizers had had to cancel the April event after being cited for not having a county permit.

Fancy Food Truck Friday Menu Preview

A preview of what to expect at the monthly Altadena food truck menu.

Mural at Patticakes Dessert Company Deemed County Code Violation

After complaints, the owner of the local bakery has been told he will need to remove or alter the mural.

Coffee Gallery Fundraiser Nets Enough to Pay for Permit

The popular Altadena coffee shop needed to raise about $2000 for a county permit fee for its front stage performance space.

Bringing Hollywood Dollars to Altadena

A new nonprofit started by an Altadena location manager aims to secure charitable donations from film production companies that film in town.

A Visit to Altadena's Newest Cafe

The Sidewalk Cafe, at 2057 N. Los Robles Ave., is a great stop for breakfast and coffee.

My Experience With ID Theft And How It Can Happen to You Too

Many new-age criminals can hit you without you even knowing they were there. They look for ways of stealing your identity through cyberspace.

Five Dishes to Try at El Patron

Altadena's newish Mexican joint at the top of Lake Avenue has a lot of good options, but here is one take on what to order.

Coffee Gallery to Hold Fundraisers to Save Performance Space

The Coffee Gallery Front Stage is looking to raise $2,267 to get a county license that will prevent it from violating county ordinances.

Altadena Lawmaker Pushing for Extension of Film Production Tax Credit

Anthony Portantino held a hearing Friday on why the state should extend tax credits that encourage filming in Calfornia but can cost the state over $100 million annually in tax revenue.

Altadena's New Crispy Fried Catfish Place

Our reviewer loved at least three things about DD’s Chick and Cat Shack: fried catfish, BBQ sauce, and lemon pound cake.

Altadena Market has Reopened

The long-time small market at 153 W. Altadena Drive has been open under new ownership since February 20.

Updated: Friday's Food Truck Event Will Happen as Planned

Despite a county determination that the event will require a permit, the event organizers say that the event will most likely take place.

Where's the Cheapest Gas in Town? The Priciest?

Let us know where you and your neighbors can get the best price for fuel.

Updated: Monthly Food Truck Event Could be Cancelled Because of Code Violation

One of the event's planners, Meredith Miller, says with county officials investigating the event, she doesn't know whether it will be happening this month.

Monthly 'Food Truck Friday' to Come to Altadena Next Week

Next Friday, a new food truck event will be held at the parking lot behind Websters Pharmacy and Websters Fine Stationers. The owners of the stores hope it will become a regular event.

Danny's Farm Owners Not Giving Up on Goal of Helping Autistic Kids

Cathy Gott said the zoning issue that forced Danny's Farm to move to the Almansor Center in South Pasadena will mean they can still help local autistic kids. They are also not ruling out a move back to Altadena.

Graphic: Gas Prices Rising in L.A. County

Altadena's prices have followed the same trend that is hitting the county, state and country as a whole.

Lake Avenue Craft Boutique to Shut Doors

Kat Scrap Studios, which opened earlier this year, will be closed down this week.