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Catherine Coffin Phillips preserved California history

Helene Seifer · July 1, 2021

In the January 2021 issue of the Larchmont Chronicle, columnist Paula Panich introduced readers to Steve Inskeep’s book “Imperfect Union,” about Jessie and John Frémont, a powerhouse couple in California […]

As in Paris, a micro-forest sprouts in Griffith Park

Helene Seifer · July 1, 2021

There is a Chinese proverb that posits, “When is the best time to plant a tree?” And it answers, “20 years ago. Or today.” Volunteers with the Los Angeles Parks […]

Building a better forest — outsized outcomes in tiny spaces

Helene Seifer · June 3, 2021

As we grapple with pollution, climate change, soil erosion and threats to biodiversity, we should remember a lesson every child learns in elementary school: trees are good for the planet. […]

Larchmont stars in a tale of love, chaos and community

Helene Seifer · June 3, 2021

Larchmont Boulevard, Fremont Place and the surrounding neighborhoods feature prominently in a new memoir by Heather Haldeman, “Kids & Cocktails Don’t Mix.” The mother of three grew up in Fremont […]

Plan for $1.25 billion expansion of TV City marked by some controversy

Helene Seifer · April 29, 2021

Renderings of the proposed expansion of CBS Television City were recently released by Hackman Capital Partners, which purchased the iconic property for a purported $750 million in 2018. The plans […]

Plan a post-COVID escape to Mexico for food and culture

Helene Seifer · April 1, 2021

Although the coronavirus is still in our midst, progress of the vaccination campaign inspires thoughts of future travel. In 2019, 32 million Americans visited our southern neighbor; why not look […]

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