La Mirada Weekly Crime Report 9/3-9/9/12
The following is the weekly crime report for La Mirada September 3-9, 2012
Robbery-Two robberies were reported last week. A robbery was reported on the 14500 block of Leffingwell Rd. Cash was stolen from the victim as he entered his vehicle. A robbery occurred on the 14800 block of Neartree Rd, the incident is currently under investigation.
Aggravated Assault-Two assaults were reported last week. An incident occurred on the 15500 block of Talbot Dr. A suspect was taken into custody by Sheriff's Deputies. An assault was reported on the 14800 block of Neartree Rd. The incident is currently under investigation.
Residential Burglary-A residential burglary was reported on the 13200 block of Crete Dr. Various jewelry and coins were stolen from the home.
Other Structure Burglary-Three commercial burglaries were reported last week.A burglary occurred on the 12200 block of La Mirada Blvd. Currency was taken from the business. An attempted burglary was reported on the 14200 block of Valley View Ave. A burglary was reported on the 15500 block of La Mirada Blvd. Currency and safes were among the items stolen from the location.
Grand Theft Vehicle-A grand theft was reported on the 15700 block of Imperial Hwy. Diamond rings were stolen after being left on restroom sink inside the location.
Join C.E.R.T.
The La Mirada Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program is a 20 hour all-risk, all-hazard training offered by the Los Angeles County Fire Department. This valuable course is designed to help your family and neighbors for a disaster. Lessons include Fire Safety, Hazardous Material and Terrorist Incidents, Disaster Medical Operations, and Search and Rescue.
For more information on upcoming CERT classes or to join the La Mirada CERT program, contact the La Mirada Community Sheriff's station at (562) 902-2960.
Williams Welcomed ‘Back Home’ to La Mirada; To Host Community BBQ
La Mirada~It was “Derrick Williams Night” at the La Mirada City Council meeting on Tuesday.
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| Derrick Williams receives the Community Spotlight Award from Mayor Gabe Garcia. The award is 'designed to recognize those individuals, who through their actions, bring credit to themselves and the City of La Mirada' Photo Randy Economy |
The superstar basketball player from the Minnesota Timberwolves was honored by Mayor Gabe Garcia and the city council with a rarely presented “Community Spotlight Award.”
Garcia said Williams was being honored “not because he plays in the NBA, it is because he is giving back to the community where he lives, loves and grew up.”
The recognition is presented to La Mirada residents who through their actions bring “credit to themselves and the City of La Mirada.”
Williams is a 2009 graduate of La Mirada High School and then attended the University of Arizona where he rose to national prominence in his sophomore year when he averaged 19.5 points and 8.3 rebounds per game.
“Derrick is the perfect example of someone who grew up here in La Mirada, and who is going on to accomplish major things in professional sports, who is now giving back his time, efforts, and even his money,” Garcia said.
The mayor then quipped, “Hey Derrick, we might need a loan down the road here at city hall,” to the amusement of those gathered.
During the 2011 season, Williams led the NCAA in True Shooting percentage (.690) and Effective Field Goal percentage (.650), helping lead the Arizona Wildcats basketball team to a regular season PAC-10 championship. Williams was named the Pac-10 Player of the Year.
Williams told The Lamplighter in an interview that he is looking forward “to a great season ahead.”
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| And the crowd goes wild. From the front, and then clockwise-Mayor Garcia; ex-teammate at La Mirada, Ryan Kelly; Councilman Steve Jones; Mayor pro-tem Steve DeRuse; Councilman Larry Mowles; Councilwoman Pauline Deal; Mom, Rhoma moore; Sister, LaToni Moore; Williams and agent Rob Pelinka. Photo Randy Economy |
“Our team is going to be whole next year, with a solid team up and down,” Williams said.
“It is great to be home and with my family, friends and the community,” he said.
Williams will be hosting a youth community picnic this Saturday, September 15 at La Mirada Regional Park from 12 noon to 4 p.m.
“We want all the kids from La Mirada and their parents to come by and grab a hot dog and just enjoy being part of this wonderful community,” Williams said.
La Mirada Symphony Names New President
La Mirada~Dana Taylor has been named the new President of the La Mirada Symphony. Former long-time President, Pat Ruiz made the announcement, “It has been my pleasure to serve as President of the La Mirada Symphony Association for the past 12 years. It is now my honor to announce Dana Taylor has been elected to that position and will see that our wonderful orchestra and programs will continue in excellent hands.”
Taylor has a life-time association with La Mirada and the symphony in particular. Her mother was one of the original violinists. She is a graduate of the University of Redlands and is an Amazon bestselling author. Her books have won awards and reach a world-wide audience.
Established in 1963, the La Mirada Symphony has dubbed this the Golden Celebration season to commemorate their 50th year since incorporation. Taylor says, “I look forward to supporting the tradition of free concerts and educational programs for the community. Our upcoming season is very exciting.”
Find more information at the new website www.LaMiradaSymphony.wordpress.com.
Constantine Maroulis and Deborah Cox Star in Exclusive Engagement of Jekyll & Hyde at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
Preview Engagement for Broadway-bound production begins this Friday through September 30th!
La Mirada~Nederlander Presentations, Inc., McCoy Rigby Entertainment and La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts are proud to present “American Idol” star & Tony Award Nominee Constantine Maroulis in the title dual role of Dr. Henry Jekyll & Edward Hyde and Grammy® Nominee and R&B superstar Deborah Cox will star as Lucy in the international musical sensation, Jekyll & Hyde, that will begin a preview engagement at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, on Friday, September 7, prior to returning to Broadway in April, 2013 following a 25-week National Tour.
The La Mirada Theatre's exclusive engagement runs through September 30th.
Conceived for the stage by Tony and Grammy Award nominee Frank Wildhorn and Steve Cuden, the four time Tony Award Nominated musical Jekyll & Hyde features a book & lyrics by two-time Oscar winner, Emmy winner and four-time Tony Award Nominee Leslie Bricusse, music by Frank Wildhorn, musical direction by Steven Landau and will be directed and choreographed by Tony Award Nominee Jeff Calhoun.
After four thrilling, chilling years on Broadway and multiple worldwide tours, this dark and dangerous love story from Oscar and Grammy winner Leslie Bricusse and Tony and Grammy Award nominee Frank Wildhorn returns in a stunning new production that includes all the classic songs (This is the Moment, A New Life, Someone Like You) that first grabbed audiences by the throat and transformed Jekyll & Hyde into a theatrical phenomenon.
2012-13 La Mirada Theatre Season of Shows About to Begin
After Record-Breaking Season, 2012-13 Campaign Begins Friday with Pre-Broadway Review of Jekyyl & Hyde
La Mirada~La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy/Rigby Entertainment are presenting another “must-see” 2012- 2013 season of shows!
Beginning with the preview 
engagement of Constantine Maroulis and Deborah Cox starring in the Broadway-bound musical Jekyll & Hyde to Broadway’s favorite musical, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers; from the door-slamming hilarity of the Tony Award-winning play, Boeing Boeing, to the raw emotion of the Southern California Regional Premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical, Next to Normal; you’ll spend a legendary evening with Hollywood icon Shirley MacLaine and celebrate the holidays with the Winter Wondrettes! Put it all together and you have the Tony Award-winning, Broadway Bound, Most Captivating, Scary, Thrilling and Second Best Next to None season we have ever brought our subscribers and audiences!
First, the season begins with The Pre-Broadway Preview Engagement of Jekyll & Hyde, September 7 – September 30, 2012 with American Idol star and Tony Award nominee Constantine Maroulis joining the Grammy-nominated R&B superstar Deborah Cox to inject new life into the classic tale of good and evil.
After a four-year run on Broadway and multiple world-wide tours, this dark and dangerous love story from Tony and Grammy Award nominee Frank Wildhorn returns in a stunning new production that includes all the classic songs (“This is the Moment,” “A New Life,” “Someone Like You”) that first grabbed audiences by the throat and helped transform Jekyll & Hyde into a theatrical phenomenon.
Then, get your holiday booty on with the new ‘60s Christmas Musical, The Winter Wonderettes, which runs December 7– December 30, 2012. Created & Directed by Roger Bean, it’s Christmas and the Wonderettes are back! The ladies are entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing, the girls must use their talent and creative ingenuity, plus some great holiday tunes such as “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Run, Rudolph, Run,” “Winter Wonderland” and 20 other seasonal favorites, to save their holiday party. The result is, of course, marvelous! This energetic and entertaining show is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages.
La Mirada Weekly Crime Report 8/27/12-9/2/12
Aggravated Assault Two aggravated assaults were reported last week. An incident occurred on the 12800 block of Ramsey Dr. An assault was reported on the 13100 block of Edwards Rd. Both of the incidents are currently under investigation.
Residential Burglary A burglary occurred on the 15200 block of Matisse Cir. A safe containing various items was among the items taken from the residence. An incident was reported on the 13500 block of De Alcala Dr. Various electronics were stolen from the home.
Other Structure Burglary A commercial burglary was reported on the 14700 block of Beach Blvd. Various pet medications were stolen from the business.
Vehicle Burglary Two vehicle burglaries were reported last week. An incident was reported on the 15500 block of Yellowbrook Ln. A G.P.S. and sunglasses were taken from the vehicle. A burglary occurred on the 15200 block of Rosecrans Ave. An amplifier was taken.
Early Morning Closures of I-5 to Affect La Mirada Area
La Mirada/Santa Fe Springs~Call it Southeast Los Angeles County’s version of “Carmageddon.”
Tens of thousands of daily local motorists who travel on the jammed packed Interstate 5 Freeway through the Norwalk, La Mirada, and Cerritos area will be in for the newest version of a traffic inconvenience when Caltrans conducts a series of brief, intermittent, full freeway closures beginning next week.
According to Maria Raptis, Spokesperson for Cal Trans, the early morning hours on northbound and southbound Santa Ana Freeway (I-5) between Valley View Avenue and Carmenita Road will be experiencing full closures from Tuesday, September 11 through Friday, September 14, from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m.
Raptis said the work involves relocating utility lines across the freeway.
Southern California Edison will perform the work, with Caltrans oversight, as part of the I-5 HOV Widening and Carmenita Road Interchange Project.
California Highway Patrol will conduct traffic breaks for these full closures and each full freeway closure, around three or four per night in each direction, will last approximately 10 to 12 minutes and are scheduled to take place at hourly intervals.
The nightly schedule is as follows: Tuesday, September 11 at 1 a.m. to 5 a.m.; Wednesday, September 12 at 1 a.m. to 5 a.m.; Thursday, September 13 at 1 a.m. to 5 a.m.
Library Has Continuous Sales Table
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| Friends of La Mirada Library's Chuck Gee on the left, setting out books to sell as patron Bob Wolf picks out a book for his grandson. |
La Mirada~The summer reading program may be wrapping up, but you can always stop by the La Mirada Library and look at the available books and magazines.
The on-going sales table includes children/young adult selections, non-fiction hardcover books, hobbies and cookbooks and the monies received by the Friends of the Library helps to encourage the children’s summer reading program and other programs throughout the year.
Paperbacks cost $.50 each, magazines $.25, children’s hardcover $1.00 and adult hardcover $2.00.
Books are also sold on e-Bay, using their seller name, “lamiradafol4books.”
The fall book sale is scheduled for October 6 at the La Mirada Activity Center.
Still Time to Register for 5th Annual La Mirada 5K Moving to Regional Park
Get in shape and give back to the community!
La Mirada~Grab your running shoes and register now for the 5th Annual La Mirada 5K Run/Walk Fundraiser to be held on Saturday, September 29, 2012 at beautiful La Mirada Regional Park.
This is the first year for the race at Regional, after being held at La Mirada Creek Park the last four years.
The event is hosted by Breezewood Village Senior Housing and Thomas Safran & Associates.
Funds raised at the event will benefit the La Mirada Community Foundation, a group designed to help improve the quality of life in La Mirada, who will then disperse funds to the non-profit groups involved.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Registration cost is $20.00 and includes race entry fee, goody bag, race bib, and t-shirt.
You may register online at http://breezewoodvillage.com/5k2012.html or in person at Breezewood Village, 16000 E. Grayville Drive in La Mirada. You may pay the day of the race or ahead of time and checks can be mailed to the same address.
For more information including sponsorship and fundraising opportunities contact Amy or Valerie at (562) 943-9555 or email breezewood@tsaproperties.com.
La Mirada Weekly Crime Report 8/20/12-8/26/12
The following is the weekly crime report for La Mirada August 20-26, 2012
Aggravated Assault An assault and carjacking incident was reported on the 15100 block of Rosecrans Ave. The incident is currently under investigation.
Residential Burglary Two residential burglaries were reported last week. An incident occurred on the 12800 block of El Moro Ave. It is under investigation. A burglary was reported on the 14300 block of Aranza Dr.
Other Structure Burglary
A commercial burglary was reported on the 14900 block of Desman Rd. Copper telephone wiring was taken from the location.
Grand Theft Two grand thefts were reported last week.An incident was reported on the 12700 block of Valley View Ave. A suspect was taken into custody related to the incident. A theft was reported on the 14500 block of Aranza Dr. An arrest was made in connection with the incident.
Grand Theft Vehicle
A vehicle was reported stolen from the 15600 block of Ashgrove Dr.
A vehicle stolen from Arizona was recovered on the 12700 block of Valley View Ave. A suspect was arrested in connection with the incident.
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