Mira Costa High sophomore rallies in her quarterfinal match at the CIF-Southern Section individual championships, beating Sarah Lee from North Hollywood Campbell Hall 7-6, (9-7), 6-3.
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Homeowners who think their property has declined in value can file an appeal with the county, which is relatively easy.
The Mustangs, the Bay League champions, are bounced from the CIF Northern Division playoffs by a fifth-place team from the tough Marmonte League.
Recent studies, including one conducted in the Beach Cities, suggest surfing may have the ability to help improve mood better than other sports.
The city argues that the Quiksilver logo on the artwork violates municipal code, but the shop says the tribute is important to its customers, the community and the sport of surfing.
Residents talk to Patch about how there is more to the Thanksgiving holiday than heaps of food and football.
Mira Costa High wins the Bay League for a third consecutive season, but has a tough task ahead in the first round of the CIF Northern Division playoffs in Moorpark.
This piano teacher, who is known for "stickerizing," remembers her Hermosa roots.
The Mustang senior scores the game-winning goal with 4.25 seconds remaining to beat La Cañada 5-4 and put his team into the semifinals of the CIF-Southern Section Division 3 water polo tournament.
Residents gather outside the Community Center on Thursday night for a Veterans Day ceremony by candlelight.
Mustangs' water polo team needs a little push early, but jumps out to a big lead behind a barrage of goals and goes on to beat the Bulldogs 15-7.
This Hermosa resident remembers her first Thanksgiving dinner in the Beach Cities as a new mother.
If Hermosa Beach intends to be an environmental leader in the South Bay and go carbon neutral it’s time to be bolder about bicycle rights and access.
The council adopts a municipal code amendment Tuesday allowing tattoo parlors to operate in the PCH-Aviation corridor and downtown area, despite some residents' concerns.
The planning commission deadlocks Tuesday on the question of whether to allow such businesses to open in M-1 zone near the Greenbelt.
Mustangs were leading the Bay League water polo match 7-4 after three quarters when it was halted because of lightning in the area.
The council sends a recommendation to Beach Cities Transit urging the installation of a GPS system so residents could check arrival times.
The council couldn't break a tie vote Tuesday night on which zoning areas in town should house the studios.
As part of Patch's Give 5 initiative, Hermosa Beach editor Jacqueline Howard donates a few hours to picking up trash along the local coastline.
Each raindrop brings more runoff—and germs—to the ocean.
Hermosa Beach’s home lab for energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainable living breaks ground in well-attended celebration.
Mira Costa High girls golf team struggles in the inclement weather, but still rolls to a victory in a match against Chadwick.
Some old-school wave riders are harassing those that dare paddle into their turf.
The Emergency Preparedness Advisory Commission subcommittee will determine how social media and other tools can relay information.
Many Hermosans as well as others in the region are ignoring the law, leading some officials to push for harsher penalties.
Keef, a black Labrador, helps Hermosa police officers detect narcotics.
The ordinance allows for up to 13 chairs and tables at the restaurants.
Candy Ayllon-McPhail of the Hermosa Beach Blood Drive hopes that the second event of the year strengthens the South Bay blood supply.
Other Beach Cities activities this weekend include Yom Kippur services and a series of concerts.
Jews gather at Temple Shalom on Monterey Boulevard to observe Yom Kippur.
Patch's coverage also includes new rules of decorum for advisory panel members and help for the South Bay Regional Bicycle Master Plan.
Sunday's charity event raises nearly $40,000 for a ranch that will be devoted to young adults with special needs.
Our columnist meets an extremely active South Bay mom and walks away inspired.
Residents discuss where in town is the best place to take that special someone.
Members of the temporary panels will now have to follow a code of conduct, which includes refraining “from abusive conduct… or verbal attacks.”
In a matchup of defending CIF division champion teams, Mira Costa falls 35-13 as the Cavaliers make a number of big plays in their passing game.
Michael DiVirgilio hands the reins over to Peter Tucker, who served in the position four years ago.
Patch talks with Councilman Kit Bobko about why this temporary advisory committee is being formed and which residents should apply to join it.
Former Mayor Michael DiVirgilio awards the local father for breaking a world record and raising nearly $15,000 for Hermosa schools.