Author Archives: Sue

Pot Shot #39.

Posted on December 19, 2024 by Sue

Ashleigh Brilliant writes: WHAT EXACTLY IS A “POT-SHOT” OR “BRILLIANT THOUGHT?” Pot-Shots are epigrams, composed according to the following very strict rules. The length must never exceed 17 English words. Note that this is a maximum. Some Pot-Shots are much … Continue reading →

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New Café, Neto’s, Opens on the Beach

Posted on December 18, 2024 by Sue

After finishing an egg, bacon and cheese breakfast sandwich, and a latte at Neto’s Café, the decidedly warm Wednesday, made sitting at the beach a perfect place to people watch – with the Pacific Ocean in the background. Neto’s Café … Continue reading →

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Homelessness Programs: Could Things Get Any Worse?

Posted on December 18, 2024 by Sue

(Editor’s note: This article first appeared in CityWatch on December 16 and is reprinted with permission.) By TIM CAMPBELL   Over the past few months, it seems there has been nothing but bad news about the performance of Los Angeles’ … Continue reading →

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A Real Hero Versus a Fake Internet Hero

Posted on December 18, 2024 by Sue

NOT A HERO: The December 17 indictment released by the Manhattan District Attorney’s office for Luigi Mangione stated: On the morning of December 4th, MANGIONE left the Hostel at 5:34 a.m. and travelled to Midtown using an e-bike. Between 5:52 … Continue reading →

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It’s Up for a Vote to Repair Rustic Canyon Pool

Posted on December 17, 2024 by Sue

At the December 19 meeting of the Board of Recreation and Park Board of Commissioners, the repair of the Rustic Canyon Swimming Pool is on the agenda. After approval of minutes, the general manager’s update and general public comment that … Continue reading →

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Mayor Bass Has a Beautiful Smile

Posted on December 17, 2024 by Sue

Mayor Karen Bass has a beautiful Mona Lisa smile. It is the kind of benevolent look that assures Los Angeles residents that all will be well. But maybe Bass should take note of Arizona where voters overwhelmingly (nearly 60 percent) … Continue reading →

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PaliSkates Is Celebrating 25th Anniversary

Posted on December 17, 2024 by Sue

Paliskates, Pacific Palisades’ popular skate shop, is celebrating its 25th anniversary on Friday, December 20, from 6 to 9 p.m. There will be a DJ, food and a chance to reminisce. Customers and residents are invited to stop by – … Continue reading →

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Youngsters Produce “Masterpieces” at HO!HO!HO!

Posted on December 16, 2024 by Sue

For many, the highlight of the HO!HO!HO! – after Santa and Facepainting – was the arts and crafts table, sponsored by the Friends of the Palisades Library. At the December 7 event in Simon Meadow, all were invited to decorate … Continue reading →

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Did It Work? Or Is It a Fail? Fast Food Minimum Wage

Posted on December 16, 2024 by Sue

(Editor’s note: So often legislation is passed and signed by the governor,  or voters approve a ballot measure, but the discussion drops off the radar. This column will look at the laws and let readers decide if they are helping … Continue reading →

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Shop the Palisades: Support Local Businesses

Posted on December 16, 2024 by Sue

There are a lot of independent stores in Pacific Palisades that could use your support this holiday season. Stop shopping on your phone and visit local retail businesses. To keep stores here – and no one wants to live in … Continue reading →

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