Senior economics major Justin Yeh addresses his fellow graduates, families and faculty at the Asian/Pacific Islander Cultural Graduation Ceremony May 11 in the President’s Dining Room.
Archive | Community News
Black bear hit on La Verne freeway
A black bear was hit by a car along the 210 freeway near Fruit Street in La Verne and was later euthanized by wildlife officials Monday.
Pomona proposes waste ban
After two-and-a-half years of deliberation, the City Council will vote on a proposal to ban new waste and recycling facilities and stop expansion of existing waste businesses on June 5.
Bill calls for single-payer insurance
The California Legislature is considering a single payer health care bill that could decrease costs for state residents.
Luminarias light up Relay for Life
Volunteers of all ages bundled themselves in thick sweaters and braced the cold wind with bright smiles as they walked, jogged or ran laps around the tracks to raise money for cancer awareness at the annual Relay for Life on Saturday and Sunday.
Purrfection wins at Fairplex show
The Santa Monica Cat Club sponsored the “Tiki Cats at the Fair” cat show at the Pomona Fairplex last weekend. Cats purred as their owners groomed and prepared them for a tough show with about 150 cats in attendance.
Downtown La Verne welcomes wine lovers
Roughly 1,300 visitors toured Old Town La Verne sampling wine and food while listening to live performers for the fifth annual Sip of La Verne wine walk.
Deaf United offers resources at expo
Expo hall seven buzzed with various vendors, performers and all-around excitement on Saturday afternoon, as members of the deaf community gathered to celebrate the first Deaf Expo at the Fairplex.
Spring festival celebrates Japanese culture
Families from neighboring cities came together for Monterey Park’s 20th Cherry Blossom Festival April 8 at Barnes Park.
Kids, community gather for annual egg hunt
The clock was ticking as children of all ages waited to dash for colorful eggs hidden in the grass. The La Verne Rotary Club and La Verne Community Services Department held an annual Easter egg hunt at 10 a.m. Saturday in Las Flores Park. The event has been held annually for over 20 years.