Category: Upbeat


THIS WEEKEND: Fire Fundraiser Block Party Coming to Washington Square

February 6, 2025

February 6, 2025

Reggae performances, comedy acts and more to be featured Nalu Vida will host a community block party on Feb. 8...

10-Year-Old Palisades Girl Wins Martial Arts Medals Weeks After Losing Home to Fire

February 6, 2025

February 6, 2025

Savoian, a green belt in Yoshukai karate, trained at Gerry Blanck’s Martial Arts Center in Pacific Palisades Just weeks after...

Supermarket Reopens in Palisades Following Wildfire Damage

February 4, 2025

February 4, 2025

The store is currently operating on a generator until power is fully restored The Vons supermarket at 17380 W Sunset...

Palisades Charter High School to Host Benefit for Students Affected by Fires

February 4, 2025

February 4, 2025

Proceeds from the benefit will go toward replacing essential student resources lost in the fires, including sporting equipment, musical instruments,...

Palisades Skate Shop Featured in Grammy Commercial After Wildfire Loss

February 2, 2025

February 2, 2025

In December, the shop marked its 25th anniversary with a celebration featuring live music and reflections on its history A...

ARCANE Space to Host ‘ARTISTS for LOSS Angeles’ to Aid Fire-Affected Creatives

January 30, 2025

January 30, 2025

The event features over 40 artists, both established and emerging, who have come together to donate their work ARCANE Space...

SMFD Launches “Community Connect” for Enhanced Emergency Response

January 28, 2025

January 28, 2025

New Tool Provides First Responders with Critical Pre-Incident Data The Santa Monica Fire Department announced Tuesday the launch of a...

County Supervisors Launch $32.2M Recovery Fund for Wildfire Victims

January 28, 2025

January 28, 2025

It will work in partnership with community organizations to distribute aid efficiently and equitably In response to the catastrophic wildfires,...

City Council Approves Tax Relief for Businesses Hit by Palisades Fire

January 27, 2025

January 27, 2025

Eligibility for this tax relief will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Office of Finance In a unanimous...

Pali High School Graduates Launch Nonprofit to Help Rebuild Community

January 20, 2025

January 20, 2025

Founded by four childhood friends with deep ties to the community, Palisades Forever aims to restore the vibrant character of...