Category Archives: Pico Rivera

How much does patriotism…er…fireworks cost?

Posted on June 29, 2010 by Daniel Tedford

Working on a story about how the economy has affected cities’ ability to produce fireworks and Fourth of July celebration events. In the process, I spoke with the president of fireworks company Pyro Spectacular, Jim Souza. Jim said the average … Continue reading →

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Pico Rivera officials safe from parking tickets?

Posted on September 12, 2009 by mngiadmin

Parking tickets. We all get them, except that is if you’re one of the 15 to 20 Pico Rivera officials and their family members who were exempt from parking violations. A public safety employee — who requested anonymity citing job … 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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All things Pico

Posted on July 19, 2009 by mngiadmin

I stumbled upon this Web sitefrom someone who posted a comment on an earlier post … If you’re interested in Pico Rivera politics, it’s worth a look.

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Beilke calls DA complaints “preposterous”

Posted on July 18, 2009 by mngiadmin

Pico Rivera City Councilman Ron Beilke is finally speaking out about complaints filed against him with the District Attorney’s alleging election code violations and conflict of interest. The former mayor called the complaints that led to search warrants being served … Continue reading →

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Today’s shorts: Emergency rides, top seats and porn

Posted on February 25, 2009 by mngiadmin

West Covina passes “insurance” for ambulance rides. Solis named labor leader. Let the games begin for those, like Board of Equalization Chairwoman Judy Chu and Sen. Gil Cedillo, who want Solis’ former Congressional seat. OctoMom offered $1 million to appear in … Continue reading →

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Education or scare-tactic?

Posted on October 25, 2008 by mngiadmin

You know it’s election time when those mailers start showing up in your mailbox. And in Pico Rivera, not everyone is happy about a particular mailer backing Measure P — a 1-percent sales-tax increase initiative the voters will be asked … Continue reading →

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Full circle is sometimes half

Posted on October 9, 2008 by mngiadmin

Our job as reporters is to report the news. I think that we do a fine job covering breaking news, whether that is when an investigation is launched or when the day a murder occurs. But following the story after that, well, … Continue reading →

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Just wondering

Posted on October 7, 2008 by mngiadmin

Which Web site has the best music: Industry or Pico Rivera.

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Measure P stirs up debate

Posted on September 14, 2008 by mngiadmin

Can u guess which side of the vote most city officials are on? Sales tax ballot battle gears upGroups organize over Measure P in Pico RiveraBy Airan Scruby, Staff Writer Article Launched: 09/13/2008 09:55:17 PM PDT PICO RIVERA – As … Continue reading →

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