Archive for September, 2014
Plymouth School founder steps down after 42 years
Taking the advice of one of her former teachers who retired after 25 years, Penny Cox plans to be out of town when classes start on Sept. 15. “She warned me that that will be the hardest time,” said Cox, who founded the Plymouth School with four others in 1972. “But I’m going to be […]
Groundbreaking set for January for The Mansfield
A six-story, 138-unit, mixed-use project has been given the okay at City Hall, and neighbors are bracing themselves for more construction in Sycamore Square. The Mansfield, at 5100 Wilshire Blvd., will replace an Art Deco theater built in 1931. Construction is set to begin in January and finish in late 2016, according to the developer’s […]
Everil Bell to close Larchmont Village’s My Favorite Place
Everil Bell was hoping to open a bookstore on Larchmont when she first decided to go into business. She discovered Larchmont when visiting a classmate from Bishop Conaty High School who lived on Irving Blvd. Once Everil leased the space, she opted to open a dress shop instead. My Favorite Place, is celebrating its 40th […]
Capt. Eric Davis praised by residents for area outreach
A barbecue at the Wilshire Police Station on Thurs., Sept. 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. will give community members a chance to say goodbye to Captain Eric Davis. Davis, who has been Wilshire commanding officer since 2008, will be retiring in October. Noted for his community outreach, Davis has earned the gratitude of […]