NEWS in BRIEF High-Speed Motorhome Chase Ends at Tampa and Wells
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New on the Menu! Library Book Restaurant Sale Set; Openings and Check Valley Closings Entertainment See page 47-9 Louisville Does it Again! See page 11 See page 7 ValleyVolume 35, Issue 12 A CompendiousVantage Source of Information May 23, 2019 NEWS IN BRIEF High-Speed Motorhome Chase Ends at Tampa and Wells A high-speed chase of a stolen motorhome driven by a suspected drunk driver Tuesday night ended in the San Fernando Valley after the RV hit multiple vehicles before eventually crashing into a tree in Tarzana. Identified as Julie Ann Rainbird, 52, of Winnetka, the woman began the chase in the Towsley Canyon area before the pursuit ended near the intersection of Tampa Avenue and Wells Drive. Driving with two dogs on her lap, Rainbird ran multiple red lights, drove on the wrong side of the streets and at one point, broadsided a car. Near the end of the chase, the motorhome ran into a palm tree, tearing the front and Canoga Park Honors Veterans on Memorial Day right side of the vehicle apart. During the mayhem of the chase, one of the dogs was ejected from the motorhome. This year, the Canoga in the United States. Mark Neudorff declared, “It’s After crashing for a final time at Tampa Avenue and Park Memorial Parade will be Miri Rossitto, president of an honor for the Chamber of Wells Drive, injuring a motorist who was backing out of a honoring fallen veterans from all Woodland Hills-based COWE Commerce to be the host of this driveway, Rainbird attempted to run from the officers, her military campaigns, including the Consulting, will emcee the event. wonderful tribute to our fallen second dog closely following, before being quickly captured Civil War. The parade at 11 am will heroes and their families, to bring and cuffed, blood pouring down her face. Rainbird was Dubbed “A big-city event start at Owensmouth Avenue the community together to show booked on offenses including “evading a police officer with a small-town vibe,” the proceeding east along Sherman our respect for active military causing injury or death,” and was held in lieu of $100,000 parade is celebrating its 30 year Way to Cozycroft Avenue. veterans and first responders. bail, the California Highway Patrol reported. She had also anniversary. The Canoga Park- Each year over 30,000 The Canoga Park - West Hills been wanted on unspecified warrants. Both dogs were found West Hills Chamber has been spectators attend this patriotic Chamber of Commerce wishes and placed in the custody of Los Angeles Animal Services honoring the individuals and event and it has received local to promote an example of the with non-life-threatening injuries. Three people, including families of the U.S. armed forces and national attention. The American spirit, of generosity, the driver, were taken to a hospital with minor injuries. who have served and given their parade has been featured in an respect, and perseverance. So lives for the causes of freedom, hour-long program “Proud to Be come and join the community liberty, and peace since 1989. an American” on the Fox News of Canoga Park, and witness the Three Downtown Gang Members Arrested The opening ceremony and Network. veterans, service members, floats, wreath laying at 10 am will be at Through the efforts of the music, equestrian teams, youth for Burglary South of the Boulevard the corner of Sherman Way and chamber, community partners, groups and government officials Remmet, honoring the men and and local business sponsors, the who have taken time to pay Three members of the 38th Street Gang attempted to women from Canoga Park High parade has become a community tribute to our fallen soldiers and break into two houses in Woodland Hills but failed. On Tuesday School who gave their lives for tradition. Chamber President “Salute the Price of Freedom.” LAPD Topanga patrol officers responded to a radio call of our country. possible burglary from motor vehicles in the area of Natoma Joining this solemn tribute Avenue south of Wells Drive. They were assisted by an LAPD will be Captain Bill Ratner, US airship. It was reported that multiple residents chased the Navy, US Congressman Brad suspects out of the area and a patrol unit spotted the vehicle at Sherman, State Assemblyman Desoto Avenue and Ventura Blvd. and took them into custody. Jesse Gabriel, LA City Councilman Bob Blumenfield, Two Killed in West Hills Park L.A. City Controller Ron Galperin, along with other Two men died after a shooting at Shadow Ranch Park community leaders. in West Hills Wednesday night. The shooting occured about The parade will feature 9 pm near where a group of teens was playing soccer in the Military Grand Marshalls from park. Reportedly the two men, between the ages of 35 and World War II, the Korean War, the Bobcat Casualties Worse Than Ever 40, were in the park when a third walked up and opened fire. Cold War, Vietnam, Desert Storm, While the cat may be the king of the jungle, the local wild cats in Nikki Baghi got a frightening call from her son who was one and Operation Iraqi Freedom/ the Santa Monica area are quickly being knocked out of the food chain of the soccer players and said, “I don’t fee safe anymore in Enduring Freedom. A contingent by a series of encounters with fires, pesticides and motor vehicles. this neighborhood.” One man was pronounced dead at the of Civil War Reenactors will Within the past three months, six bobcats have been struck and killed by scene, another died at the hospital. No motive or suspect has march in the parade, giving honor cars, an unprecedented number according to the National Park Service. been identified. to those fallen during that episode One of the bobcats killed was B-361, a male bobcat that survived (Continued to page 15 ) Page 2, Valley News Group, May 23, 2019 COMMUNITY MAY - JUNE COMMUNITY The Calabasas Las Virgenes Historical Society will present “The Pioneer Women Homesteaders” on Thursday, May 3,0 at 7:30 CALENDAR pm. Professor Patricia Colman will speak on Anna Leffingwell, who settled in Calabasas in CALABASAS: The City of Calabasas will host their bi-monthly 1885. e-waste roundup on Saturday, June 1, from 10 am to 3 pm in the The free talk will be held at the Calabasas Albertson’s parking lot (26521 Agoura Rd.). To see a list of accepted Library, 200 Civic Center Way. For more items, visit cityofcalabasas.com/ewaste.html. information visit www.calabasashistoricalsociety. org or call the library at 225-7616. WEST HILLS: A Crochet/Knitting Circle meets Wednesdays at 10:15 am at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church (23838 Kittridge Street). WOODLAND HILLS: In Home Depot’s free “Putting Green Workshop” on Saturday, June 1, from 9 am to 12 pm, you and your child will learn how to build your own putting green. In this hands-on workshop you and your child can discuss the mindset, jargon and strategy of the sport. Once your course is built, your child can look “fore-ward” to decorating it with paint and stickers. All Kids Workshop attendees must be accompanied by a parent or adult at all times. All kids get to keep their craft, receive a free certificate of achievement, a workshop apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last. CALABASAS: The City of Calabasas is holding their Planning Commission meeting on Thursday, June 6, at 7 pm in council chambers (100 Civic Center Way). The meeting will also be televised live on CTV. WOODLAND HILLS: The West Valley Warner Center Chamber of Commerce is holding their June Comedy and Connections Breakfast on Wednesday, June 5, from 7 to 9 am at the Warner Center Marriott (21850 Oxnard St..) Sponsored by Hornstein Law Offices, members and one-time trial guests cost $24, walk-ins are $34 at the door. RSVP is required by noon on Tuesday. To RSVP, visit woodlandhillscc.net. CALABASAS: The San Fernando Valley Chapter of Brandeis National Committee will present “You’re Not the Boss of Me - Taking Control and Navigating the Golden Years,” on Tuesday, June 4, from 10 am to noon. Topics include advocating for yourself and communicating with healthcare professionals, initiating difficult family discussions about aging, safety, housing, medical decisions, power of attorney and wills. The seminar will be presented by Stephanie Erickson, LCSW. The meeting will be held at Founder’s Hall, 300 Civic Center Way. Tickets are $30. Mail check to Nomi Ron, 204 Calle Fanillia, Oak Park CA 91377 or email [email protected]. SAN FERNANDO VALLEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA WEST HILLS: Singers are invited to join the San Fernando Valley JAMES DOMINE, MUSIC DIRECTOR Male Chorus, which rehearses every Monday from 7:30 to 9:30 pm at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church and School (23838 Kittridge PRESENTS St). Send email inquiries to [email protected] or call Bill Congleton at (818) 888-8093. Saturday,TUESDAY,Saturday,Saturday, JULY January March 4th,June 2017 23, 26, 1, 2019 2019 CANOGA PARK: All are invited to enjoy live music at Casey’s Tavern (22029 Sherman Way) multiple nights a week! Jazz bands perform AGOURAWARNERCALABASAS PERFORMINGCENTER PERFORMING PARK JULY ARTS 4TH ARTS EDUCATION EDUCATION CENTER CENTER Tuesdays (8:30-11:30 pm), Thursdays (8:30-11:30 pm), Saturdays 8:00FIREWORKS8:00 PM PM SPECTACULAR (9 pm-1 am) and Sundays (6-9 pm). No cover charge, cash only, no 285456:0022855 pm Driver MulhollandWarner Avenue Center Highway Park cussing. 21 and older. AgouraWoodlandCalabasas CA Hills91301 CA WEST HILLS: Admission Free The weekly West Valley breakfast meeting of the Price:Price: $45 $45 Southland Regional Association of Realtors Southwest Group takes The Valley Cultural Center and Keyes Motors Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio Espagnol place at Weiler’s West Hills Deli (22323 Sherman Way) on Friday, Belling:present Los Bridges Angeles City- An Councilman Ecological Bob ToneBlumenfield’s Poem May 31, at 8:30 am.