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Power Beyond Term Limits: April Verlato’s Latest Political Move and the Recall That Divides Arcadia
Arcadia, CA — Former Arcadia City Councilmember April Verlato has re-emerged at the center of controversy, this time as the driving force behind an effort to recall sitting Councilmember David Fu. The move has stirred frustration and disbelief among residents and city insiders, many of whom view it as an act of retaliation and a calculated attempt to reassert control over a council that has increasingly distanced itself from her influence. A Retaliation Disguised as Reform Th
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5 days ago3 min read


Grand Theft
On October 28, 2025, at approximately 7:45 p.m., the Arcadia Police Department responded to a reported theft of softball equipment at Lojewski Field, Eisenhower Park (601 North 2nd Avenue, Arcadia). The investigation determined that on October 27, 2025, at around 10:00 p.m., two softball pitching machines were last seen secured inside the locked batting cages. On October 28, 2025, at about 7:30 p.m., the batting cage door was discovered removed from its hinges and the two pit
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7 days ago1 min read


Home Invasion Robbery
October 22, 2025, at 4:00 PM On Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at approximately 12:54 p.m., the Arcadia Police Department responded to a report of a home invasion robbery in the 1100 block of West Foothill Boulevard. Responding officers learned that four suspects forced entry into the residence through the front door. At least one suspect was armed with a firearm, and another was armed with a knife. The suspects tied up the victims inside the home before stealing jewelry and th
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Oct 261 min read


ARCADIA CHINESE ASSOCIATION & WASTE MANAGEMENT ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT
ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT October 24, 1 PM - 5 PM October 25, 9 AM - 1 PM 亞凱迪亞華人協會 Arcadia Chinese Association www.arcadiachineseassociation.org & WASTE MANAGEMENT Join us in protecting our planet by recycling your old devices responsibly and sustainably! Masonic Center Parking Lot 美生會停車場 50 W DUARTE DR. ARCADIA, CA 91007
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Oct 191 min read


Moon Festival Celebration Saturday, October 4, 2025
ARCADIA City In collaboration with ARCADIA Chamber of commerce and Arcadia Chinese Association Moon Festival Celebration SATURDAY,...
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Sep 301 min read


FIRE PREVENTION WEEK 2025 - October 5–11, 2025
From Phones to Power Tools: Arcadia Fire Department Highlights Lithium-Ion Battery Safety During Fire Prevention Week Fire Prevention...
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Sep 302 min read


Arcadia Lawsuit Over Mayor’s Censure Could Cost Taxpayers,Council Stands by Reforms to Restore Order
ARCADIA, Calif. — Two Arcadia residents have filed a lawsuit on behalf of Mayor Sharon Kwan against the City of Arcadia, escalating...
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Sep 175 min read


Arcadia Council Censures Mayor Sharon Kwan in First-of-Its-Kind Vote
Arcadia Council Censures Mayor Sharon Kwan in First-of-Its-Kind Vote, Adopts Decorum Rules Amid Turmoil By Staff Writer Arcadia, CA — In...
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Sep 34 min read


Arcadia Mayor Sharon Kwan Censured in Historic Vote as Council Moves to Restore Order
Arcadia Mayor Sharon Kwan Censured in Historic Vote as Council Moves to Restore Order By Staff Writer Arcadia, Calif. — August 28, 2025...
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Aug 284 min read


FOOTHILL CITIES CONVENE TO ADDRESS RISING BEAR ACTIVITY
On Friday, the City of Sierra Madre convened a group from Foothill cities, the California Dept. of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), and the San...
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Aug 181 min read


TAC-MED UNIT OFFICIALLY APPROVED
We received word this week that the County has certified our tactical assessment unit for the Fire Department, which will be known as...
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Aug 181 min read


The GOATs of Fire Prevention Reporting for Duty
As part of its ongoing wildfire prevention efforts, the Arcadia Fire Department deployed goats and sheep to graze on dry brush and...
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Aug 132 min read


Save the Date (Tuesday, Oct 7 5:30PM)– Newcastle Park Grand Reopening Ceremony
As the rennovation of Newcastle Park nears completiion, we ask you to save the date for the grand reopening ceremony. The event will take...
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Aug 131 min read


National Night Out - TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2025
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT IS AN ANNUAL COMMUNITY-BUILDING CAMPAIGN THAT PROMOTES POLICE-COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS AND NEIGHBORHOOD CAMARADERIE....
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Aug 41 min read


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Jun 10 min read


Two-vehicle traffic collision at the intersection of Las Tunas Dr. and Longley Way
5/22/25- Arcadia Firefighters responded to a two-vehicle traffic collision at the intersection of Las Tunas Dr. and Longley Way with one...
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May 221 min read


DRUG/MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING CENTER MAY BE COMING TO ARCADIA
This week, the California Department of Health Care Services released $3.3 billion dollars in bonds toward expanding the State’s...
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May 195 min read


NO FIREWORKS AT THIS YEAR’S PATRIOTIC FESTIVAL
After much consideration and discussion among the Executive Team, City have made the determination that we cannot comfortably approve a...
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Apr 251 min read


CITY OF ARCADIA LAW DAY 2025
In collaboration with the Arcadia Chinese Association ARCADIA, CA – Law Day is recognized nationally in May each year and aims to deepen...
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Apr 251 min read


Dispute Leads To Fatal Shooting
On the evening of Tuesday, March 11, Arcadia Police and Fire responded to a call at the 50 block of Woodland Lane where a 61-year-old...
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Apr 31 min read
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