MB Weekly Bonus Edition 05/19/2024

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Former Manhattan Beach Mayor Suzanne Hadley with candidate for L.A. District Attorney Nathan Hochman at Joey in Manhattan Beach.


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Lissette Heffernan owner of Bohemian Coco in Torrance.


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Mike, one of the ace sales associates at Village Runner in Manhattan Beach.


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Dario, owner of Nando Trattoria in Manhattan Beach.


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Pro-Life activists in front of Walgreens in Manhattan Beach.


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Real Estate developer George Apostol.


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New York Times best-selling author Thomas Friedman at the Distinguished Speaker series at the Redondo Beach Art Center.


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Manhattan Beach Mayor Joe Franklin’s epic classic car.


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Barbara Casey and Peter Shackle (Redondo Beach’s cutest senior couple).


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A beautiful dessert at Slay Italian Kitchen.


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Community activist Tiffany Barbara.


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Rabbi Yossi Mintz and investment entrepreneur Ted Schwartz.


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Urban Plates General Manager Jaryn flashing his new MB Weekly baseball cap.


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Extraordinary Cioppino at Baleen Restaurant Portofino Hotel.


MB WEEKLY – READER RESPONSE:

SAFETY • CITY • CRIME • WOKE


** I am proud to endorse Nathan Hochman for District Attorney. I have spoken with him in person. He supports CMB and all cities in LA County to prosecute misdemeanors! I endorsed him and hope we can restore actual consequences for lawbreakers across the county. —- Councilman Richard Montgomery (Manhattan Beach)

** My dissatisfaction and opposition to the current District Attorney and the job he’s done (or rather failed to do) is a matter of record as a Councilmember. As endorsements go, however, as a candidate for Judge for seat 39 on the LA Superior Court, I’m not allowed to endorse any candidates in any political race according to the judicial campaign rules set forth by the Judicial Council of California as doing so may imply bias. —- Councilman Steve Napolitano (Manhattan Beach)

** This past Friday at Nordstrom at around 5 p.m. I was going up the escalator to the second floor, and after reaching the top, three teenagers stopped and blocked me from going further onto the second floor. The male teen nudged the young teen girl and whispered something. She turned to me, leaned close, and tried to say something. From working at a high school in Redondo Beach, I knew they were up to no good. So I told her before she could say one word, “Hey girl, why are you in my face?” She repeated what I said, then in another different tone of voice, I repeated, “Girl, why are you in my face?” in an assertive and calm voice. She backed off, and the other two opened the path at the top of the escalator so I could move on. I notified the manager of the store, and she said the same threesome was causing a disturbance on the first floor. Later, another manager stated, “They were caught by Torrance police for grab and go at other stores outside of Nordstrom.” Another clerk at Nordstrom said these things happen all the time, everywhere in the mall. Be alert and careful, everyone. —- Miye Nakamura (Torrance)

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The front window of Pasha Fine Jewelry. Feel free to send your photos to: MBWeekly@TimeWire.net


MB WEEKLY – READER RESPONSE:

CURRENTLY READING

** I’m currently reading “Ben Bernanke’s Fed” by Ethan Harris. This book isn’t likely to be on anyone’s “can’t wait to read” list. However, it should be. Why? The Fed significantly impacts our lives, given its dual mandate of keeping inflation low and employment high. This is not easy to do as too much pushing in either direction can worsen the situation. Pushing too long or not long enough can make things worse or ineffective. The author likens the Fed’s job to a tugboat trying to steer a container ship in stormy waters. While I haven’t gotten to any edge-of-your-seat parts yet, it could not hurt to understand better the agency that can significantly impact your financial life. —- Phil Cook, Financial Advisor (Manhattan Beach)

** Arnold Kling, an economist, wrote a book a decade ago that helped explain the main difference between progressives and conservatives. According to Kling, progressives perceive the world as a conflict between oppressor and oppressed and aid the persecuted. Conservatives prefer civilization over barbarism, order above chaos, and defend civilization. —- Darcy O. (Manhattan Beach)


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Check out the eyelashes on this bougee pink Tesla in Manhattan Beach. Feel free to send your photos to: MBWeekly@TimeWire.net


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METLOX PLAZA BROKEN ESCALATORS

The Perpetually Broken Escalators At Metlox.


** I loved your recent MB Weekly Investigates video! It’s astonishing how easily overlooked hygiene can be in public spaces like escalators. The Metlox handrails serve as a stark reminder of the unseen germs lurking in our daily environment. From bacteria to viruses, these surfaces host a plethora of potential pathogens, easily transferred through touch. The disgust and revulsion we feel upon realizing the extent of contamination are entirely justified. Such awareness prompts a necessary change in behavior, like your decision to avoid touching escalator handrails altogether. It’s a small but significant step towards personal hygiene and health consciousness. Let’s continue to educate ourselves and others about the importance of cleanliness in public spaces, ensuring a safer and healthier environment for everyone. Thank you, MB Weekly! —- Fran C. (Manhattan Beach)

** While the city is repairing or replacing the escalators, they should install motion or proximity detectors to turn them on and off. We often travel to Europe, and almost all the escalators have these. It means that the escalators only run when someone wants to use them. Most of the time, when I have been to the Metlox Plaza, the escalators are running continuously, whether anyone is there. Another note about European escalators, mainly in the metro stations, is that sometimes there is only one escalator. The motion detectors act as a “first come, first served” sensor. The escalator runs in either direction based on who approached it first. If MB wants to be truly “green,” let’s save some energy on the escalators. —- Terry Watson (Manhattan Beach)


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MB – BULLETIN BOARD:


1. ** To Lauren, whose comment is, “I hate pit bulls,” educate yourself because you sound ignorant! Firstly, there’s so much hate in the world that it doesn’t need yours. Secondly, this breed, unfortunately, has been the most used and abused by humans who are equally as ignorant as you. These dogs are therapy dogs, police, and military for a reason. They’re kind, smart, and beyond loyal and loving, so they’re the best family dogs. Do your homework before you spew more ignorance. Thanks! —- Name Withheld By Request

2. ** I moved to MB 60 years ago after college. MB United and the MB school board are the two most divisive organizations this town has ever seen. They’re tearing our community apart. —- Dan S., Manhattan Beach

3. ** Three years ago, a McDonald’s small mocha frappe cost $2.19 – a modest pleasure. Same stuff, $4.29 this week! This is bulls—t! I’m out. They can keep them. —- Tawny B., Manhattan Beach

4. ** A record 323 medications are in short supply in the U.S. Many are older, generic drugs that pharmaceutical companies aren’t incentivized to make. —- Dr. Mitchell B., Manhattan Beach

5. ** House for rent Hermosa Beach Available 1 June 3 bedroom 1 bath sits on cul-de-sac park at the end. Small garage Small dog welcomed $3,500.00 a month 1-year lease. —- (310) 408-5314

6. ** Are you hiring? Place your free ad in the MB Weekly Bulletin Board and reach thousands of your neighbors for free. Send to: MBWeekly@TimeWire.net

7. ** New Bill Aims To Allow Manhattan Beach To Prosecute Misdemeanors. If enacted, Assembly Bill 2309 would allow the Manhattan Beach City Attorney to prosecute misdemeanors committed within the city. Sounds good to me. What the Hell took them soooooooooooooooooooooooo long? —- Claude R., Manhattan Beach

8. ** He was arrested! The Hawthorne monster that tormented and murdered cats! Was captured! —- Hailey H., Manhattan Beach

9. ** Cowboy boots will not be hitting the sand in Redondo Beach in September because the BeachLife Ranch Country & Americana Festival is not happening this year. According to festival founder Allen Sanford, BeachLife Ranch, which made its debut in 2022 at Redondo Beach’s Seaside Lagoon, will be postponed until next year. —- Editor’s Note

10. ** How to solve the student debt problem: Forgive it in exchange for four years of military service. —- Cathy L., Manhattan Beach

11. ** If we’re wondering why the next generation is embracing woke ideas and hating the country that has given them freedom, look no further than our education system. That’s where it begins and at younger and younger ages. —- John C., Manhattan Beach

12. ** Make premeditated blocking of roads and bridges a felony with mandatory prison. —- Marissa H., Manhattan Beach

13. ** Why do drive-thrus and grocery store clerks dislike deaf people? We didn’t hurt you. They become impatient when I order at the drive-thru without pausing at the microphones. —- Toby B., Manhattan Beach

14. ** In the sunshine and garden, I thought about how lucky we are to live happily and prayed for love and peace for all the suffering. —- Howie T., Manhattan Beach

15. ** Redondo Beach is again exploring turning its fire department over to Los Angeles County. The City Council this week voted to continue working toward the possibility of contracting with the Los Angeles County Fire Department for fire prevention safety and paramedic services. Councilmembers Paige Kaluderovic and Scott Behrendt dissented. —- Editor’s Note

16. ** Woody Allen’s latest movie in French with subtitles is among his best! —- Donald M., Manhattan Beach

17. ** Nobody talks about forgiving trade school debt because they learned a useful skill and can pay their own way. —- Darren H., Manhattan Beach

18. ** Would you marry your spouse today? I doubt it! —- Nancy R., Manhattan Beach

19. ** If you’ve never tried the crispy mashed potatoes at Joey’s in Manhattan Village, you really haven’t fully lived. —- Danny A., Manhattan Beach

20. ** Anytime I honor those who have passed on, I also make up stories about them being eaten by cannibals. I mean, who doesn’t? —- Earl H., Manhattan Beach

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