Monthly Archives: August 2009

Hilda, meet Shakira …

Posted on August 27, 2009 by mngiadmin

You could wait in line for hours at an autograph signing. You could stalk her outside of her recording studio. Or, if you REALLY want to meet recording sensation Shakira you could just become the country’s labor secretary. I bet … Continue reading →

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Another one bites the dust

Posted on August 27, 2009 by mngiadmin

Looks like Irwindale is losing two city executives to retirement. Along with City Manager Robert Griego, Police Chief Sol Benudiz is also retiring. Benudiz’s last day is Dec. 31, after which he will continue on as an interim chief until … Continue reading →

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West Covina commissioner puts funky home colors on blast

Posted on August 23, 2009 by mngiadmin

Ever drive through a neighborhood and notice homes that are painted lime green, bright purple or even pastel pink? In West Covina, Planning Commissioner Robert Sotelo is trying to stop residents from painting their houses with such bright colors. Ben … Continue reading →

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Leftovers column

Posted on August 23, 2009 by mngiadmin

This week’s installment: The November municipal elections are coming up, which means a lot of ongoing coverage about who is running, how much they’ve raised and what’s in their campaign platforms. In El Monte, a dozen candidates are hoping to … Continue reading →

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Sierra Madre PD under fire

Posted on August 23, 2009 by mngiadmin

For a town of just 11,000, Sierra Madre sure has its share of big city woes. Star-News reporter Alfred Lee has a story in Monday’s paper about 10 legal cases surrounding the city’s 20-member Police Department. Four suits and two … Continue reading →

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Former PR mayor: Conviction had nothing to do with resignation

Posted on August 23, 2009 by mngiadmin

Former Pico Rivera Mayor Gracie Gallegos was praised last month for her service to the city, and her decision to resign her post in order to spend more time with her family. Now, some can’t help but wonder if a … Continue reading →

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Pasadena could ban bulky furniture from parade route

Posted on August 23, 2009 by mngiadmin

Thinking of lugging that old couch to Colorado Boulevard to watch the Rose Parade this year? Well you better think twice — city officials are looking to ban such items and other bulky furniture from the parade route as a … Continue reading →

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4 in running for 2 seats on La Puente council

Posted on August 20, 2009 by mngiadmin

There are two open seats in La Puente’s November City Council race, and only four people running. Incumbents Lola Storing and Louie Lujan will face former Councilwoman Renee Chavez and former council hopeful David Argudo in the Nov. 3 election. Lujan … Continue reading →

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How do you fight a fiscal deficit? With fire …

Posted on August 20, 2009 by mngiadmin

Looks like West Covina will be $1.1 million richer over the next two years thanks to Fire Department employees who agreed to defer their raises. Ben Baeder reported earlier this week that the Fire Fighters Association’s and Fire Management Association … Continue reading →

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El Monte race heats up

Posted on August 20, 2009 by mngiadmin

With the November elections coming up, you are going to be seeing a lot of coverage on this blog about who is running in your cities, how much they’ve raised and what their campaign platforms are. Today, here’s a look … Continue reading →

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