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Something For Everyone at Tom’s in La Mirada
RESTAURANT REVIEW
La Mirada~John Politis and Jimmy Spathos have joined together as business partners to open up a new drive thru eatery in La Mirada.
Tom's Jr. Restaurant offers a large variety of choices on their menu from hamburgers to burritos- this place has it all! They opened on October 1st, and it seems as though their drive thru line has been busy ever since. The most ordered selections on the menu are the pastrami and steak sandwiches, and of course the charbroiled selection of ha
mburgers. The drive thru is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner so you'll be sure to find something your taste buds enjoy.
The breakfast selection offers everything from omelet's to burritos and even has one of the best breakfast deals in town- a breakfast sandwich for only $2.49. It's an easy place to stop without breaking the bank. The lunch hour selections range all the way from hamburgers to a variety of Mexican food dishes. The Avocado Bacon Cheeseburger is full of flavor with fresh avocado and bacon cooked to perfection-it's a must try! If you are looking for a healthy alternative, try the Grilled Chicken Sandwich or even one of their salads.
Co-owner, John Politis really believes in working hard, making his customers happy, and building relationships with the local community. He said, "You choose what you want to be-creating success by working hard". And both of these owners are working hard at creating the best menu selections possible for their customers.
Please be sure to welcome our new La Mirada neighborhood restaurant- they are open seven days a week from 6:30am to 11pm and are located at 15322 Santa Gertrudes Avenue in La Mirada near the corner of La Mirada Boulevard.
Standoff Ends at La Mirada Home With Fatality
We have been providing continuous updates, with La Mirada residents reporting, via our Twitter feed: www.twitter.com/lamiradablog
We have exclusive video featuring Police Captain Pat Maxwell press statement here: tinyurl.com7z7veu5
La Mirada~A barricade that started in the early morning hours, in a La Mirada neighborhood ended about twelve hours later, resulting in a ex-felon dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
At about 7:30 a.m. deputies responded to reports of shots fired at the home on Algeciras Avenue, adjacent to Rosecrans Avenue. Family members from inside the home told officials that a man inside the home may want to harm himself. A woman claiming to be the man's girlfriend said he shot himself in the foot, and blood was observed at the scene by a sheriff's helicopter overhead.
After orders to surrender by the SWAT team were ignored, the man fired several rounds out of the house, around 11 a.m. No one was struck.
Stuff Going On Around La Mirada
>Members of La Mirada Kiwanis sold parade programs at the Hollywood Christmas Parade Sunday November 27th. The telecast of the parade is December 12th on the Hallmark Channel.
>La Mirada High football returns to CIF semifinals Friday December 2nd against West Covina.
>The deadline to submit entries for new La Mirada novel about La Mirada memories has been extended to March 1, 2012. Submit your stories to: cantrellglen50@yahoo.com.
>La Mirada High boys basketball opens their season vs. La Serna Wednesday night at 6:00 at Matadore Gym.
>Phantom Projects Theatre Group presents "The Crucible" Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. Tickets: (562) 944-9801
>Check out this new Christmas music video from Biola students Spencer Alfonso and Evan Schneider. Spencer plays all his own instruments and the music is all recorded in his dorm room-Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)
>La Mirada Rotary will have their annual holiday shopping spree December 7th
>Check out this book from La Mirada author with La Mirada connections-Think and Live: Challenging Believers to Think and Thinkers to Believe
>La Mirada Kiwanis will have their annual holiday shopping spree December 6th at Sears (Whitwood)
>Food Trucks for LMHS fundraiser Thursday Dec. 1- Surfer Taco, Chunk N Chip, Calbi, Brats Berlin,Pie N Burger, Curb A Peel-www.twitter.com/curbsidebites
CRIME REPORT: Vehicles Main Targets for Thieves
The following is the crime report for La Mirada November 7-13
Aggravated Assault
One aggravated assault was reported last week. The suspect was known to the victim. The victim was non-desirous of prosecution.
Vehicle Burglary
Five vehicle burglaries were reported last week. Burglaries were reported on the 12000 block of La Mirada Blvd. and 15100 block of Alondra Blvd. In these incidents, the victim's identification and personal information were stolen. A GPS/Stereo system was stolen from a vehicle on the 14300 block of Firestone Blvd. Various items were stolen from vehicles on the 16000 block of Avenida San Miguel and 14700 block of Alondra Blvd
CRIME REPORT: Biola Avenue Hot Spot for Thefts
La Mirada Crime Report October 31- November 6, 2011
Robbery
A robbery was reported near Excelsior Dr. and La Mirada Blvd. Deputies took three suspects into custody in connection with the incident.
Aggravated Assault
Two aggravated assaults were reported last week. An assault was reported on the 14900 block of Valeda Dr. One suspect was arrested. An unknown suspect assaulted a male at a business on the 14900 block of Leffingwell Rd.
Residential Burglary
A burglary was reported on the 12100 block of Tanfield Dr. Several watches were stolen from the home. A laptop computer was reported stolen from an apartment on the 16100 block of Rosecrans Ave.
Other Structure Burglary
A tool storage locker was reported burglarized on the 13800 block of Biola Ave.
UPDATE: Morrison, Pflanzer, Urquidi Lead in School Race
Norwalk~Incumbent Karen Morrison, Chris Pflanzer and Jesse Urquidi have captured the three setats up for grabs in the Norwalk-La Mirada School Board race, beating out the only other candidiate, Diane Gramajo.
Check the County's website here for results: http://tinyurl.com/d25ketd
Here is how the unofficial tally panned out:
| Karen Morrison | 2589 | 30.49 |
| Jessie Urquidi | 2149 | 25.31 |
| Chris Pflanzer | 2033 | 23.94 |
| Diane Gramajo | 1721 | 20.27 |
CRIME REPORT: Laptop and TV Stolen In LM
The following is the crime report for La Mirada October 24-30
Aggravated Assault
An assault was reported on the 13800 block of Bora Dr. The incident is still under investigation.
Residential Burglary
Two burglaries were reported last week. Two televisions were stolen from a residence on the 13100 block of El Moro Ave. A laptop computer was stolen from a dorm room on the 13300 block of La Mirada Blvd. An attempted residential burglary was reported on the 12800 block of Breezewood Dr.
Vehicle Burglary
Three vehicle burglaries were reported last week. A burglary occurred on the 15900 block of Bluefield Ave. Tools were stolen from a locked storage compartment on the vehicle. A burglary was reported on the 15000 block of Cheshire St. The door handle on the vehicle was broken in order to gain entry. A car stereo face plate was stolen from a vehicle on the 15200 block of Barnwall St.
Grand Theft Vehicle
An older model Honda was reported stolen from the 13000 block of Sunnybrook Lane. The vehicle was later recovered the same day a short distance away.
CRIME REPORT: Seven Vehicles Stolen in LM
The following is the crime report for La Mirada October 17-23, 2011:
Robbery
A robbery was reported near the intersection of Rosecrans Ave. and Valley View Ave. A small amount of cash and a MP3 player were stolen.
Aggravated Assault
An assault occurred near Adoree St. and Duffield Ave. The incident is still under investigation.
Residential Burglary
Two burglaries were reported last week. An incident was reported on the 11800 block of Goldendale Dr. A second burglary was reported on the 14100 block of Foster Rd. Cash and jewelry were stolen from both homes.
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Enter to Win Free Tickets to Show at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
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The 2011-12 season is in full swing as the latest McCoy-Rigby production runs through November 20 at the beautiful La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts.
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We will pick a winner Wednesday, November 2nd at 8 p.m., who will receive 2 free tickets to a showing of their choice.
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