Where Would Taylor's Market Go?

Patch discusses the Fresh & Easy business proposal with Taylor’s Market.

Should Fresh & Easy Come to Sierra Madre?

Local news sources say that the grocery chain Fresh & Easy is looking to open in Sierra Madre, right where Taylor's Market currently sits. Do you think this is a good idea?

Gas Prices Fall for 7th Straight Day

Sierra Madre's two gas stations generally offer a gallon of 87 for the same price, seemingly to avoid competition. Do you fill up in town?

The Bottle Shop Partners With Playhouse

Sierra Madre Playhouse audiences with Saturday night tickets to “Woman in Mind” will be treated to a free wine tasting at The Bottle Shop.

Gallery 39 Opens With Exhibitions, Party

Photographer Andrew Kasiske and his partner Chris Adams celebrated the recent acquisition of their exhibition space Gallery 39 on Friday evening.

Changes to City’s Aquatics Program: What Are They?

Waterworks Aquatics is taking over operation of Sierra Madre's pool, which means a year-round swim program, a change in fees and a break for the city's budget.

Mint Juleps and Margaritas: Best Kentucky Derby Drink Recipes

Two great opportunities to mix fancy drinks come together in 2012 as the Kentucky Derby falls on Cinco de Mayo.

Release: Furniture Store Ready for Grand Opening

P.E. Deans is opening across the street from Zugo's Cafe.

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.

Cafe 322 Closing Its Doors

The eatery and live-music venue will be open until Sunday night.

Gas Prices Fall for 28th Straight Day

Los Angeles County gas prices are the lowest they've been since February.

Starbucks Bans Crushed-Bugs Food Dye

The coffee giant has been using a food coloring dye made with crushed cochineal insects.

Edison Customers Can Now Opt-Out of Smart Meters

Starting May 9, Edison customers will have a choice between using the new smart meters or the old analog models.

Home Sales Down, Median Price Up in California

For the first time in 16 months, the median home price in California rose, according to the California Association of Realtors.

Gas Prices Continue to Fall

The price of a gallon of gas has been falling over the last three weeks... which is a relief compared to the sky-high prices Sierra Madreans were paying at the end of February and March.

What's at Sierra Madre's Farmers' Market?

Sierra Madre's farmers' market comes to town weekly on Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

New Martial Arts Studio Offers Purest Form of Hapkido

Founders Gary Gapezzani and Bill Darlas are second-generation Hapkido instructors and just opened a new martial arts studio in Sierra Madre.

Sierra Madre Welcomes New Wine Tasting Room

Sample an expensive bottle of wine before you buy it at The Bottle Shop, which just added a wine tasting room for customers.

Notice Something New? Patch Is Refreshed!

We’ve done a few nips and tucks to Patch. Let us know what you think!

Trunk Show at Angel's Everywear Friday

Have a thing for Italian leather handbags? How about sales? Then stop by Angel's Everywear on Friday evening in Sierra Madre.

80s Bassist Turns Realtor at Village Realty

Kenneth Gant is the newest realtor at Village Realty, but you may also recognize him from the 80s R&B and electro-funk band Midnight Star.

Arnold’s Hardware Tops in Battery Recycling

Sierra Madre’s own Arnold’s Frontier Hardware collected 75 pounds of batteries for recycling in February and earned an award for their efforts.

Best Bar in Sierra Madre: Where Do You Drink?

When you need to relax with an ice-cold brew or gossip over a martini, where do you go to quench your thirst?

Best of Winner: Sierra Madre Pizza Co.

The pizzeria won 52% of the vote.

Gas Prices Stabilize After 27-Day Increase

The price of a gallon of gas is still 57-cents higher than just one month ago.

Sky-High Gas Prices Hit Sierra Madre

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

Underground Montecito Wine Bar Still on Hold

Jeff and Taryn Hildreth have been trying to build an underground wine bar and art gallery at their Sierra Madre home for nearly 13 years. Now, they're counter-suing the city.

Photos: Groundbreaking for Medical Facility

Dr. Hani Sami, his staff and supporters gathered late Thursday afternoon for the official groundbreaking of a new 7,000 square foot building for the Sierra Madre Community Medical Group building on Sierra Madre Blvd.

Medical Facility to Break Ground Thursday

A new 7,000 square foot medical building will begin construction Thursday.

How to Claim Your Patch Business Listing

Follow the steps in this video to use Patch to benefit your business.

Martial Arts Studio Approved by Commission

In a unanimous decision Thursday night the Sierra Madre Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for a new martial arts studio on Sierra Madre Blvd.

Poll: How About Some Vino With Your Venti?

Four to six Starbucks stores in the Los Angeles area will sell beer, wine and premium food by the end of 2012, the company announced Monday, without specifying which stores.

Windstorm Disaster Loans Available for Businesses, Property Owners

The U.S. Small Business Administration is still accepting applications for loans up to $200,000 for people and businesses who sustained damage during the 2011 windstorm in Los Angeles County.

Valero Cleans Up, Installs Security After Vandalism

Valero's owner is coping with the fallout of being the site of vandalism and a possible fraud skimmer.

Sierra Madre Gas Square Tightening Security

With the recent scandal at Valero gas pumps, Sierra Madre's other gas station, Sierra Madre Gas Square, Inc., is installing a video surveillance system in an effort to protect itself and customers.

Edison Issues Letter of Apology

In response to widespread and, in some areas, week-long power outages following last week's wind storm, Edison issued an open letter to its customers today.

Wind Storm No Match For Some Entrepreneurs

Power outages during the holiday shopping season is enough to send any business owner into a tailspin. Here’s how some of Sierra Madre’s entrepreneurs are coping.

Poll: Will You Shop Locally This Holiday Season?

Holiday shopping is in full swing and stores are fighting for your dollars. Is it important to you to shop locally? Where will you spend your money? Take our poll and weigh in.

Living Art and Timeless Images Debut at Belle’s Nest

Elizabeth Converse debuted a diverse collection of art in downtown Sierra Madre this month.

Where to Get a Thanksgiving Fix in Sierra Madre

Shop these local business to satisfy your every Thanksgiving need.