Category Archives: businesses/stores

Diesel Bookstore in Brentwood Has New Owners

Posted on August 7, 2024 by Sue

Richard and Heather Turner took over ownership of Diesel Bookstore located at the Brentwood Country Mart on August 1. “We’re not going to change Diesel,” they said. “We love it the way it is.” Prior owners Alison Reid and John … Continue reading →

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Vivian’s Boutique by Nicole Opened August 1

Posted on August 6, 2024 by Sue

When brown paper went up in the windows of long-time clothier Vivian Foster’s store on Via de la Paz at the end of July, residents were concerned. For 38 years Foster had been a mainstay of women’s fashion in Pacific … Continue reading →

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Diversion Program Suggested for Attempted Murder

Posted on July 21, 2024 by Sue

Early Friday Morning, Palisades resident and a Santa Monica store owner John Alle sent the following email: Friday morning at 8:30 a.m. I’ll be face-to-face in a courtroom for the first time in a Preliminary Hearing with the transient addict … Continue reading →

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Taking the National Japanese Language Test

Posted on July 18, 2024 by Sue

(Editor’s note: Chaz Plager graduated from Palisades High School in June. His first story for CTN was as an eighth grader at Paul Revere Middle School in 2020 click here.  )   By CHAZ PLAGER Konan Engineering College, July 7, … Continue reading →

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Goodbye Vons, Hello Piggly Wiggly

Posted on July 14, 2024 by Sue

As the merger of Kroger and Albertsons seeks approval from federal antitrust regulators, many residents in Pacific Palisades worry about losing the Vons grocery store located at Sunset and Pacific Coast Highway. A group of residents having coffee at Estate/Flour … Continue reading →

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Homeless Man Attacks Local Shopkeeper

Posted on June 25, 2024 by Sue

A woman who has worked for Palisades Electric Company for nearly 15 years, locked the door to the business and went to pick up lunch. “As I was coming back, this man approached me and shouted, ‘Give me back the … Continue reading →

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Prana by Lana Offers Natural Beauty Products

Posted on June 3, 2024 by Sue

One of the most interesting businesses to open on Marquez Avenue is a natural beauty business, Prana by Lana. On Saturday, June 8, from 5 to 7:30 p.m., there will be a candle-making workshop at the store, 16618 Marquez. Owner … Continue reading →

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People at Costco Help a Person in Distress

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Sue

(Editor’s note: A resident sent me this story and is allowing me to share it.) I talked my husband into stopping at Costco Culver City on the way to his medical appointment last Friday. I love getting there early to get … Continue reading →

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Which Church Are They Tearing Down?

Posted on May 21, 2024 by Sue

A Design Review Board (DRB) notice was posted on the wall next to Loomy’s Toy Store at 833 Via de la Paz in April. It was a final review for a change of use from a 2,880 square-foot Church, Library … Continue reading →

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Tea and Fashion Show Throwback to Civility

Posted on May 15, 2024 by Sue

Having lived in Pacific Palisades for decades, it is always exciting to discover an ongoing tradition that has gone unreported. The Presbyterian tea and fashion show was held May 5 in Janes Hall. This simple, but beautifully done tradition was … Continue reading →

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