Number of Foreclosure-Bound Homes Down in L.A. County

Lenders sent default notices to 11,443 homeowners in the county during the first quarter of 2012, compared to 13,957 by this time last year. See what foreclosures are in San Marino.

What to do for Mother’s Day

Looking for local options to celebrate mom? You’re in luck so check out what’s available and make plans while you can.

Contest Extended: Best Pet Groomer in Town?

When your pet needs a good bath and perhaps a haircut or full-on makeover, which San Marino groomer do you think is the best to go to? Weigh in for the latest Readers’ Choice contest.

Readers’ Choice Winner: Best Breakfast

See which San Marino eatery got the most rave reviews and earned title of Best Breakfast in this week’s Readers’ Choice contest.

San Marino Stationers Still Open, But Not For Long

The San Marino Courtyard store was set to close March 31 after decades in the community, but is having one final closing sale.

Who Serves the Best Breakfast in San Marino?

Tell us your favorite breakfast place in San Marino and why for this week’s Readers’ Choice 2012 contest that ends Friday.

Readers’ Choice Winner: Best Travel Agency

See which San Marino travel agency got the most rave reviews and earned title of Best Travel Agency in this week’s Readers’ Choice contest.

San Marino's Swedish Cowboy Barber Celebrates 40 Years (Video)

Share your thoughts and memories of San Marino's Swedish cowboy barber Jann Eldnor, aka Jann of Sweden, in the comments below.

What is San Marino’s Best Travel Agency?

With summer vacation plans being made, tell us: What is the best travel agency in San Marino?

Readers’ Choice Winner: Best Women’s Clothing Store

See what San Marino women’s clothing store was chosen as the Readers’ Choice winner according to Patch readers’ reviews.

San Marino Real Estate Trends: March Recap

A local realtor shares real estate market trends that show selling prices decreased in March and other statistics.

San Marino Business Report: Closures, Events and More

See what news is happening with businesses around town—store openings and closures, and how Patch is useful for the business community—whether you’re a patron or business owner.

San Marino Mortgage Banking Veteran Opens New Mortgage Office

Karen Chiu of San Marino is the branch manager for the new RPM Mortgage office in Pasadena, the company's first branch in the San Gabriel Valley.

Photos: San Marino Stationers' Last Day of Business

A San Marino institution that started in town in 1954, San Marino Stationers' marked its last day of business Friday. What memories do you have of San Marino Stationers?

Last Chance: Make Local Easter Plans

See what San Marino area spots will have Easter celebrations, dining and even the Easter Bunny. What are your Easter plans?

‘Best Women’s Clothing Store’ Contest to Continue Based on Directory Reviews

Since the Readers’ Choice poll for Best Women’s Clothing Store in San Marino was gamed this week by participants to reflect inaccurate voting results, the contest will continue through next week under new rules and the current poll is void.

San Marino Stationers Closing: Share Your Memories

After over 57 years in the community, San Marino Stationers is officially closing its doors Friday. Share your memories of the store in the comments section below.

San Marino Resident Named Chairman of Major Grantmaking Foundation

Covington Capital Management CEO Frank Ulf has been named Chairman of the Ralph M. Parsons Foundation

Poll: Best Women's Clothing Store in San Marino?

Where is the best place to get women's clothing in San Marino? See all the local choices below and vote for and rate your favorite!

Recipe: Julienne's Double-Chocolate Espresso Walnut Cookies

Now you can try to make this sweet favorite from long-time San Marino favorite Julienne at home! Let us know how they turn out.

Readers' Choice Winner: Starr House Salon

One salon beat out 14 others in town to be named the best by Patch readers.

Is San Marino Stationers Closing?

The local business that has been in San Marino since the 1950s could close up shop soon, manager Jo Lynn Bolton told Patch.

Poll: Best Salon in San Marino?

Vote for the best salon or barber shop in San Marino in this week's Readers' Choice poll. Lend more support to your favorite and tell us in the comments why they're the best.

Where to Get St. Patrick’s Day Goodies in Town

Whether you’re Irish or not, San Marino has plenty of St. Paddy’s Day food and goodies to make you feel lucky.

Readers’ Choice Winner: Women’s World Fitness

Women’s World Fitness has been voted best place to exercise in San Marino by Patch readers.

Viral Genetics Releases Letter to Shareholders

The San Marino-based biotech company published its March 2012 Letter to Shareholders with updates on the company's progress.

Poll: Best Place to Exercise in San Marino?

Vote for the best place to exercise in San Marino in this week's Readers' Choice poll. Lend more support to your favorite and tell us in the comments why they're the best.

Readers' Choice Winner: Knight Cleaners

Knight Cleaners beat out six other local dry cleaners in this week's poll.

San Marino Company Developing New Lyme Disease Drug

Viral Genetics has announced submission of a document to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for a Lyme Disease drug it is developing.

San Marino Centennial Commemorative Items Available This Month

Items will be available to view on March 21 for groups, businesses and individuals that set up an appointment.

New Business: Goodbye Wine Bar, Hello Exercise Barre

The space in San Marino Courtyard that was once being considered for a wine tasting establishment will instead be occupied by Pop Physique exercise studio, which begins construction this week.

What is San Marino’s Best Dry Cleaners? (Poll)

Tell us what is San Marino’s best dry cleaners and why in this week’s Readers’ Choice poll.

Reader’s Choice Winner: San Marino Grill

The longtime San Marino eatery beat out eight other local businesses for best coffee.

San Marino Salon Preps Band for Tonight Show

Up and coming band Scars on 45 stopped by San Marino's Starr House Salon this week to get groomed before their appearance on the Tonight Show With Jay Leno on Friday night.

What is San Marino’s Best Coffee? (Poll)

Tell us where to find the best cup of coffee in San Marino in this week’s “Best of” poll.

Gas Prices Skyrocket: Where to Get Cheap Gas

San Marino and the Southland saw gas prices skyrocket this week due to a refinery fire in Blaine, WA that is drastically reducing gasoline supply.

Where to Get Local Oscar Party Goods

San Marino shops and eateries can help you make an Oscar party worthy of a statuette.

Tell Us: What Should be in This Vacant Storefront?

Vacant storefronts have become a common site during the economic downturn and San Marino is no exception. Tell us what you’d like to see in this space.

Winner: San Marino's Best Flower Shop

Patch readers responded overwhelmingly for one flower shop as the best in San Marino.

Cheveux Salon Opens its Doors in San Marino

Hair salon veteran Michael David Gallego tells Patch why he opened his own community-focused salon recently in San Marino.