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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2017 - DECEMBER 27, 2017 - VOLUME 5, NO. 51
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After 75 Years,The Original Twohey’s in Alhambra May Close Its Doors Feb 1
Anaheim Police Department Conducts Minor Decoy Operation
Located in Alhambra and serving up familyfriendly American Fare including their famous burgers, onion rings, award-winning soda fountain hot fudge sundaes, and making memories for 75 years, the original Twohey’s Restaurant will permanently close its doors February 1st, 2018 as the restaurant’s lease was not renewed. Twohey’s originally opened in Pasadena in 1943, and then moved a decade later to its present location at the intersection of Huntington Drive and Atlantic Boulevard in Alhambra. “After 75 great years, the original Twohey’s Restaurant will close its doors on February 1st, 2018. Sadly, our lease cannot be extended, so with much regret, we must say goodbye. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank the City of Alhambra, and all the faithful guests, family and friends that have visited and supported us all throughout the years. Most of all, we would like to thank our incredible staff, as we have been truly honored to have had such a talented, professional and loyal group of coworkers,” states Jim Christos.
Temple City Senior Stabbed to Death
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau detectives are responding to the 5500 block of Alessandro Avenue, Temple City, to investigate the circumstances surrounding the stabbing death of a male adult. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation is ongoing and there is no additional information available at this time. Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.
- Photo courtesy of Twohey’s Restaurant
Long Beach Announces Tom Modica as Interim Director of Development Services The Long Beach City Manager, Patrick H. West, named Tom Modica as Interim Director of Development Services effective January 8, 2018. Mr. Modica will concurrently serve as Assistant City Manager while the City conducts a national recruitment for the Director of Development Services position. “Tom is a great asset to our City currently overseeing City department operations, guiding department projects and leading special initiatives, includSee Page 3
The Anaheim Police Department’s Vice Unit conducted a Minor Decoy Operation at nine Anaheim locations on Nov. 30, 2017. The operation resulted in one citation. Decoy Operations target retail establishments that have Department of Alcoholic Beverage licenses. Under the program, minor decoys, enter a business and attempt to purchase alcohol directly from the store clerk or cashier. The minors are directed to show their California driver’s license, California identification card, or tell the employee their age if asked. The sale of alcohol to a minor is a criminal offense and the business is subject to administrative penalties by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, including the suspension or revocation of their license to sell alcoholic beverages. When the Minor Decoy program first began in the 1980s, the violation rate of retail establishments selling to minors was as high as 40 or 50 percent. When the program is conducted on a routine basis, the rate has dropped to as low as 10 percent in some cities. This project is part of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control’s Education and Teen Alcohol Enforcement Program Grant, funded by the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. ABC is a Department of the Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency.
Glendale Police Inland Empire Man Faces Federal Chief Announces Child Exploitation Retirement and Charges Deputy Police Chief Appointed to the Man Posted Internet Ad and Position of Interim Offered Sex Tutor Services to Police Chief 12 Year Old A San Bernardino County man faces federal sex trafficking charges after he allegedly posted an advertisement on Craigslist that offered “sexual tutoring” to females of any age and later agreed to provide “training” to a 12-year-old girl. Jacob Aaron Schaffran, a 20-year-
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On December 14, 2017, Police Chief Robert Castro announced his retirement after a 32-year law enforcement career. Chief Castro has served the City of Glendale for the last 4 years of his career. Over the years, Castro has accomplished a number of improvements and service enhancements for the Glendale See Page 4