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VOLUME 20, NO. 46
ARCADIA POLICE PROVIDE TIPS ON HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HOME THIS HOLIDAY SEASON See something? Say something! Monica SANCHEZ monicaadeline2@gmail.com
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t’s no secret that Arcadia has suffered from a string of attempted burglaries and home invasions over the past few years. There have even been complaints of multiple invasions of the same home.
Burglaries are especially a cause for concern during the holidays. According to Tom LeVeque, public safety activist, there has been an “uptick in Residential Burglary reports during the holidays.” Unfortunately, this is a time when people feel most desperate and resort to terrible decisions that harm others. Throughout the year and during the holidays, it’s important to remember that Arcadia Police may not arrive to the scene of the crime in time, as there are a number of calls and responsibilities they must respond to. Although they will do their best to arrive promptly, the Arcadia Police Department (APD) encourages citizens to follow recommended safety guide-
lines in order to protect their homes, families and themselves. To stay safe during the holidays, APD News & Information Blog says: -YOU are your biggest asset. -“One of the most important pieces to this puzzle is the resident. It is very important to discourage the would-be thief and make their job as difficult, time consuming, and as noisy as possible.” -Lock up! -“Close and lock your windows and doors! Thieves look for an easy target.” -“Lock your garage door. Thefts from garages are common and it offers ready access to pry tools.” -“Use window stops/pins to prevent windows and sliding doors from being opened." -Be neighborly. -“Be familiar with cars, faces and who belong in your neighborhood.” -Keep up appearances.
First-Ever Carol Libby Youth Scholarship Award Earned by Arianna Togelang editorial@beaconmedianews.com
Murder and mystery were in the air at the 65th Birthday Mystery Dinner Celebration of the Arcadia Historical Society. The home of Danish Prince Erik once again
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teemed with life as nearly 140 friends and patrons of the Arcadia Historical Society gathered to experience an evening of solving the murder of an event staff member in connection with a string of robberies spanning the continental U.S. and extending across national borders.
Eastbound I-210 Ramp Closure
rising tide of residential burglaries with signs like this in areas recently targeted by burglars. – Photo by Terry Miller/Beacon Media News
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Birthday Murder Mystery Dinner Held by Arcadia Historical Society
Galen PATTERSON
Arcadia Police are actively seeking residents’ help in an effort to curb the
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The evening began with cocktails served in Prince Erik Hall, where a server was struck down by the imagination of writer and caterer Sandi McQuilkin. Without hesitation, Inspector Ego, an appointed detective hot on the
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT King Charles III… Back to the Future
Arcadia Festival of Bands Parade: APD Announces Road Closures Saturday Staff Writer editorial@beaconmedianews.com
On Saturday, Nov. 18, the 64th Annual Festival of Bands Parade will take place within the City of Arcadia. This year’s parade route will travel south on Baldwin Avenue from Hun-
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tington Drive, turn east on Duarte Road, turn north on El Monte Avenue and end on Campus Drive in front of the high school. During the parade, Baldwin Avenue, Duarte Road, El Monte Avenue, and Campus Drive will be closed in these areas to vehicular traffic with the
exception of residential traffic on Duarte Road between Lovell and El Monte Avenue. In this area, residents will be allowed to drive from their homes eastbound on Duarte Road and out of the area assisted by police personnel. SEE BANDS PAGE 13
HOLIDAY DINING
It’s time to Eat, drink and be Merry
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