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Seniors Stitch Together Support for Fire Recovery

2 days ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Gavin Quinton

Sporting a handmade yellow-and-navy dress stitched from donated linens, Joy Duff led the playful runway procession from her wheelchair which she and other residents at Belmont Village Senior Living had disguised as a fire truck. The firefighter’s breakfast fundraiser and sustainable fashion show was held in Burbank as part of Belmont’s annual Belmont Blooms initiative and brought together more than 60 residents, staff and local firefighters for an energetic morning celebration on April 27.
City Reviews Proposed Budget for Next Fiscal Year

4 days ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Gavin Quinton

The Burbank City Council reviewed the proposed $263.5-million budget for fiscal year 2025-26 this week, as the city braces for economic headwinds fueled by tariffs and waning consumer confidence. While the plan reflects a modest surplus for the coming year, it marks the final balanced budget before projected deficits begin in years to come.
Local Designer Breathes Life Into Historic Showcase House

4 days ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Amanda Coscarelli

Carmine Sabatella has played many roles over the years in the South Pasadena community. As the former owner of Carmine’s Italian Restaurant and Bar, owner of Carmine’s Design and Decor, a real estate agent and an HGTV host, Sabatella doesn’t like to take breaks. A described "go-getter" with a passion for creativity, he’s also a go-giver who enjoys helping others bring their dreams to life.
SPHEREx Mission Makes the Big Stage

6 days ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Mia Alva

NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory recently launched its latest telescope SPHEREx, with the goal of collecting data of more than 450 million galaxies and over 100 million stars in the Milky Way to get a better understanding of the origins of the universe. And while the mission’s possibilities might feel astronomical, it brought home two simple dreams for a pair of close friends, Michael Thelen and Matt Jones. Both area residents, Thelen makes up part of the SPHEREx’s team of scientists.
Softball: Crescenta Valley Cruises Past Muir to Claim Third in League Tournament

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Ryan Menzie

It had been just 24 hours since Crescenta Valley were relegated to the third-place game of the Pacific League softball tournament following a matchup that saw the Falcons struggle to string together hits all game long. All the mistakes were quickly forgotten and fixed on Wednesday, May 7, as Crescenta Valley defeated Muir 11-0 in five innings at Arcadia High School to finish third in the Pacific League softball tournament.
Softball: Burroughs Uses Sixth-Inning Spark to Clinch League Crown

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Ryan Menzie

Any chance to get more reps before the CIF Southern Section playoffs is always a plus. Burroughs softball kept its first game in the Pacific League softball tournament against Muir much closer than it would have liked, but the results were all the same. It took six innings for the Bears to get their first run on the board, but it also took just one inning for them to win the game.
Softball: Crescenta Valley Falls to Arcadia in League Tournament Matchup

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Ryan Menzie

The grand prize at the end of the season is winning a CIF Southern Section championship. Fortunately for Pacific League softball teams, there is another prize in store before the big one. The Pacific League softball tournament provides another opportunity for the top four teams in the league to compete for a title. Things kicked off as Arcadia took on Crescenta Valley on Tuesday, May 6, at Arcadia High School. The Falcons controlled most of the game, but the Apaches stayed resilient and won 4-2.
Baseball: St. Francis Loses Close League Battle to Notre Dame

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Ryan Menzie

St. Francis baseball came into the 2025 season trying to relive its postseason success from the previous season. Things started great as the Golden Knights won six of their first eight games. Unfortunately, things have gone south since, and the Golden Knights currently sit at the bottom of the Mission League. The Golden Knights tried to turn their fortunes around, but lost to Sherman Oaks Notre Dame 1-0 on Monday, May 5, at Notre Dame High School.
Officials Warn Residents After Bear Sighting

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Gavin Quinton

Following a bear sighting that made local headlines in Burbank this week, the city issued a statement advising the public on how to coexist with wildlife in the foothills. The Burbank Animal Shelter issued the public service announcement, which featured tips on what residents should do if they encounter wildlife. According to the department, it is best not to feed any wildlife — reliable food sources are part of what drives wildlife presence in spaces typically occupied by humans.
LCF City Council Considers Camping, Storage Ordinance

1 week ago | outlooknewspapers.com | Mia Alva

The La Cañada Flintridge City Council is looking into a new ordinance that would prohibit unlawful camping and storage of personal property on public property, a potential move that was met with resistance from some residents. The ordinance would prohibit any person from camping, occupying camp facilities or using camp paraphernalia on public property owned by the city for more than 24 hours.