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THE IVY ASSISTED LIVING PULLS PERMITS
This week, the owners of The Ivy assisted living project on the former Coco’s site pulled their permits and will be starting construction in the coming days. A construction fence has been installed and there is already more activity on the site in preparation.
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Jan 91 min read


RESIDENT COMPLAINS ABOUT MISSING SOUNDWALL SECTION
The City has received many emails over the past two weeks from City resident Jeannie Chen regarding a “missing” section of soundwalls on the south side of the 210 Freeway, where the Metro A Line bridge crosses over. Metro has responded to the resident on multiple occasions, stating that the section was not forgotten; rather, that area, when studied in 2017 as part of the study that led to the recent soundwall installation, did not have sufficient sound issues to warrant a so
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Jan 91 min read


Recreation & Community Services weekly activity
Contact us https://www.arcadiaca.gov/enrich/recreation___community_services/contact_us/index.php Senior Lunch Program The senior lunch program operates Monday through Friday from 11:30am - 12:15pm and offers those 55 years or older a meal for $3. During the week of December 1, 208 meals were served. On Thursday, December 4, seniors celebrated National Sock Day. Monday Dance On Monday December 1, 100 seniors attended Monday Dance's performance by Nightlife. Monday Dance is a p
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Dec 15, 20252 min read


ELARA DISCUSSIONS RETURNING
Around this time last year, there was much heated discussion regarding the proposed Elara housing project in the County unincorporated area at 4217 E. Live Oak Ave. We have learned this week that another round of discussions is taking place as the development is changing somewhat. Instead of being partially dedicated to the previously homeless, the project would now be fully dedicated to permanent supportive housing for the formerly homeless and the funding for the project is
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Dec 15, 20251 min read


FORMER ARCADIA MAYOR JAMES HELMS PASSES AWAY AT 100
ARCADIA, CA – The City of Arcadia is deeply saddened to announce the passing of former Mayor James “Jim” Helms, who died at the age of 100. A beloved community leader, veteran, attorney, and philanthropist, Jim Helms leaves an extraordinary legacy of service in Arcadia and throughout the San Gabriel Valley. “Former Mayor Jim Helms was one of Arcadia’s greatest lights, a man whose integrity, brilliance, and quiet strength shaped this city for generations. To me, he was not
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Dec 15, 20253 min read


ENCHANT CHRISTMAS OPENS
Also at Santa Anita Park this weekend is the grand opening of the Enchant Christmas experience in the south parking lot. The rains have made the soft opening dates difficult, but this weekend is slated to be sunny and crisp, perfect for ice skating, hot cocoa, and creating snaps for your Insta. Here is a link to the event for more information (sadly, Arcadia is “Los Angeles” in their parlance): https://www.enchantchristmas.com/ . For certain dates, the organizers have offered
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Nov 22, 20251 min read


ARCADIA MAYORAL ROTATION SCHEDULE UPDATED
When the City Charter was updated to include an automatic rotation of the Mayor, City prepared a schedule for the first five rotations. With the coming transition in February, that original cycle will be completed. Below and attached is an updated schedule for the next five years. We will update the names for 2028 and beyond after the 2026 elections are completed.
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Nov 22, 20251 min read


Recreation & Community Services - Senior Lunch Program
The senior lunch program operates Monday through Friday from 11:30am - 12:15pm and offers those 55 years or older a meal for $3. During the week of November 3, 243 meals were served. On Tuesday, November 4, seniors got creative and made festive hand turkeys with their own personal touches and shared what they’re thankful for this holiday season.
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Nov 14, 20251 min read


ARCADIA SIGNS AGREEMENT FOR LA28 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES
ARCADIA, CA – The City of Arcadia became the latest to sign a Venue City Games Agreement with LA28, the Olympic and Paralympic Organizing Committee in Los Angeles. Approved by the City Council at its meeting on Tuesday, November 4, the agreement defines the roles and responsibilities of both the LA28 Organizing Committee and the City of Arcadia. LA28 identified Arcadia, home to the renowned equestrian center at Santa Anita Park, as an ideal staging area for the Games. During
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Nov 9, 20252 min read


Honoring Veterans
To commemorate Veterans Day, 140 thank you cards were distributed to local Veterans and 20 care packages were delivered to Veterans residing at Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel and Arcadia Living. The care packages have been graciously donated by Operation Gratitude and Operation: Care and Comfort. Veterans will continued to be honored next Monday, November 10, at the annual Veterans Day Celebration at the Arcadia Community Center from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Attendees will enjoy
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Nov 9, 20251 min read
VINTAGE LIGHTING SYSTEM SHORTING OUT
The Public Works Services Department has received reports of non-functioning streetlights on Altura Rd. Upon inspection, staff found a short in the 6.6-amp lighting feed. While the failure point has been identified, the equipment to make the repairs requires a special order and will not arrive for several weeks. The 6.6-amp series street lighting is an older electrical system where lights are wired in a single loop, and the current is kept constant at 6.6 amps by a regulating
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Nov 9, 20251 min read


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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Nov 1, 20253 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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Oct 30, 20251 min read


NOVEMBER ELECTION IN FULL SWING
As the November Special Election ends next week, we are getting more questions about where people can go to drop off their ballots or to vote in person. The County has drop-off Boxes and City Hall in the Parking Lot and at Tierra Verde Park at the corner of the street. Those are emptied each night by elections officials. There is a voting Center at Arcadia County Park with the following details: Arcadia Community Regional Park Chimney Room 405 S Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia CA 91
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Oct 30, 20251 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 26, 20251 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 19, 20251 min read


IKEBANA EXHIBITION - FREE ADMISSION Oct 18 & 19, 2025
kokoro - san gabriel valley study group IKEBANA EXHIBITION - FREE ADMISSION EVENT DETAILS DATE: OCTOBER 18 & 19, 2025 TIME: 10AM - 3PM...
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Oct 10, 20251 min read


Moon Festival
On Saturday, October 4, the City of Arcadia held the annual Moon Festival at City Hall Lawn. Over 2,000 people celebrated under the...
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Oct 10, 20251 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 30, 20251 min read


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Sep 21, 20250 min read
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