Community Corner

La Cañada Flintridge Week In Review: Top Stories In SGV

The San Gabriel Valley area had a busy week. Take a look at some of the top stories nearby and countywide.

LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE, CA – It's been a busy week for the San Gabriel Valley. HWP was shut down in Monrovia while authorities searched for a missing hiker. Monrovia Fire and Rescue along with Sierra Madre Search and Rescue looked for the hiker throughout the night, continuing their search into the next morning.

Thirty-eight people accused a famed equestrian coach of molestation and sexual abuse. The now deceased Show Jumping Hall of Fame trainer allegedly assaulted dozens at the La Cañada Flintridge equestrian club.

Bears, bears, everywhere(s)! The furry beasts popped up around the San Gabriel Valley two separate times this week – one was seen resting in a tree after swimming in a La Verne school pool, and another was caught on video wandering through a La Cañada Flintridge neighborhood.

Find out what's happening in La Cañada Flintridgefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

If you're looking for something fun to do in the coming weeks, Arroyo Seco Weekend is coming to the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. Headliners include Neil Young, Jack White, Kings of Leon, and Robert Plant.

In Azusa, a pool of blood lead to the finding of a body, three arrests, and a manhunt for the fourth suspect. TheSan Gabriel Valley man's body was dumped off the side of San Gabriel Canyon Road Wednesday night.

Find out what's happening in La Cañada Flintridgefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

The Arcadia Unified School District orchestra and the band ended their season with a "pop." The annual Spring Pops Concert is unlike the usual formal concerts held at the Arcadia Performing Arts Center; students leave their black-tie or Apache red-and-white uniforms at home and dawn a bright array of colors to represent a cheerful end to the music season.

Around Los Angeles County, a Southwest flight to LAX was diverted to San Jose after a passenger lit a joint in the plane's restroom. Some people get anxiety when flying, maybe he was just trying to relax a little? Too bad he instantly made 32 new enemies.

In Hollywood, a man already serving 110 years in prison for murdering a teen runaway admitted to killing two others, including a pregnant woman. He's been upgraded from murderer to serial killer in the process. In other news, an Iraq War veteran was reunited with his stolen therapy dog – a happy ending to a sad story. The dog was stolen over the weekend in Downey, but found safe and sound in Anaheim days later. "Marcee is home!!!!!!" the dog owner wrote on Facebook.

The Lightning in a Bottle festival happened over Memorial Day weekend, and it was surely unique. "Sign the unicorn. Have you signed the unicorn? Sign the unicorn!" For four days, my camping neighbor pleaded to passersby with a marker in hand, seated in a large unicorn-shaped pool toy that was jerry rigged to the hood of his SUV. Take a look at photos, videos, and more here.


Looking to buy a new home, or just want to peek at the houses on the market around LA?


$85M Malibu Home With Triple-Sided Infinity Pool Hits The Market

With 360 degree views and a handmade solid Teak wine room, this home blends modern style and classic comforts.

Spanish Modern Santa Monica Home Comes With Pool

The terrace, pool, and spa are surrounded by lush greenery to add to the beauty and privacy of the

This 3-Story Home Has A Rooftop Deck & Crystal Chandeliers

This contemporary Redondo Beach home includes amenities like an elevator and a 17-foot quartz island.

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

More from La Cañada Flintridge