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Wash Your Car

By Mark Hopper

People seem to be on edge since we have not had any rain since last March or April.  Normally, we start getting rain in Southern California in November or December. The typical rainy season extends from November to March. Now we are entering a new year with no rain in sight.

I have noticed that it usually rains after I wash my car. I don’t wash it every week. In fact, I have been a little lazy and have not washed it for many weeks. But I finally got off the couch after all the college football games were over and decided it was time to wash our two cars.

While I was busy washing both of the cars, it occurred to me that all of my effort might be in vain because it usually rains after I wash them. This is especially true during the winter months.

My suggestion is that if we all of wash our cars this month I am convinced that it will rain.  You may prefer to take your car to the Car Wash or you may prefer to do it yourself. A friend of mine recently gave me a new “waterless” car wash by McGuiers. So you can even wash your car at home without using a drop of water!

I believe that if we all band together and wash our cars that it will rain.  Can we all agree that we need some rain and the sooner the better and the more the better?

The Apostle Paul said in the book of Acts “…God did not leave Himself without a witness, but provided evidence of His goodness by giving us rain from Heaven and fruitful seasons to satisfy our hearts with food and gladness (Acts 14:17).

The changing of the seasons and rain from heaven reminds us of how dependent we are on simple things like snow, rain and running water.  Without water we cannot survive. Water is essential. Fresh water starts with rain and is stored in the snow.  Seems pretty simple but it is very essential.

Let me encourage you to wash your car this week. It will certainly increase the probability of rain. You will be glad you did and we will too! Maybe you could add a little prayer while you are at it too.  Read James 5:17-18!

Pastor Mark Hopper

Efree Church of Diamond Bar

3255 South Diamond Bar Blvd

909-594-7604

Sunday Services: 9:00 & 10:45 AM

Efreedb.org

Eastvale Community News Complete Edition January 2018

The Eastvale Community News covers local news for Eastvale, Norco,  Corona, and Chino. Click the following link to access the complete issue in pdf format: 01Eastvale2018.Corona

Chino Prison Escapee Captured in San Diego

From Chino Hills:

Chino Hills Police Alert – Monday, January 15th-Prison Escapee Apprehended

8:30 p.m. 1/15. Inmate Michael Garrett located in Encinitas and taken into custody after escaping Sunday night.

8:30 a.m.-The Chino and Chino Hills Police Departments have confirmed that suspect Michael Garrett, who escaped from the California Institution for Men (CIM prison) Sunday night, is no longer in the immediate vicinity. He has been captured in San Diego.

ORIGINAL STORY:

California Institute for Men (CIM) Prison Escape

of age, 5’10, and approximately, 197 lbs.

If you see Michael Garrett do not approach him and call 911 immediately. If you see or hear anything suspicious related to this incident, call 911 immediately.

UPDATE: Michael was in custody for a stolen vehicle and felony evading.

OurWeeklyNews.com Complete Edition 1.13.18

The Weekly News covers community news for Chino, Chino Hills, Diamond Bar, Walnut, Rowland Heights and surrounding areas of San Gabriel Valley and the Inland Empire.Click this link to access the complete issue in PDF format: Weekly01.20.2018

Escaped Convict From Chino Prison Mon Jan 15 1 am

California Institute for Men (CIM) Prison Escape

According to CIM, there has been a confirmed escape from the Chino Men’s State Prison.

The escapee, Michael Garrett, is described as a, white male, 33 years of age, 5’10, and approximately, 197 lbs.

If you see Michael Garrett do not approach him and call 911 immediately. If you see or hear anything suspicious related to this incident, call 911 immediately.

UPDATE: Michael was in custody for a stolen vehicle and felony evading.

Deputy Involved Shooting on Brotherton Street Jurupa

Deputy Involved Shooting in Home Gardens

At approximately 1:09 AM, deputies from the Jurupa Valley Sheriff’s Station responded to a report of a stabbing within the 3900 block of Brotherton Street.

After their arrival, the deputies eventually contacted two Hispanic male adults, both of whom suffered from stab wounds. As the investigation unfolded, there was a deputy involved shooting with one of the two Hispanic male adults. A handgun was located at the scene of the shooting.

The Deputies and emergency medical personnel rendered medical aid to both men at the scene, and both men were transported to an area hospital for additional treatment. The circumstances surrounding the stabbing, as well as the subsequent deputy involved shooting remain under investigation. The names of the involved subjects will not be released at this time. The deputy involved has been placed on administrative leave per department policy. The involved deputy’s name will not be released at this time. No deputies or other citizens were injured during the incident.

Investigators from the Riverside County Sheriff Department’s Central Homicide Unit and Jurupa Valley Station responded and assumed the investigation. Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact Central Homicide Unit Investigator Dickey at (951) 955-2777 or Investigator Martinez of the Jurupa Valley Sheriff’s Station at (951) 955-2600.

Suspicious Subjects Report Results in Burglary Arrest

Concerned citizen reports 3 suspicious subjects in a neighborhood, deps later arrest them for residential burglary

Date/Time Occurred: Sunday, January 14, 2018 / 12:38 a.m. Crime or Incident: Conspiracy/ Possession of Stolen Property

Location: 13000 Block of Monteverde Drive, City of Chino Hills

Suspect(s): Three male juveniles

SUMMARY:

On Sunday, January 14, 2018, at approximately 12:38 a.m., Chino Hills deputies were dispatched to a suspicious person call from a citizen in the 13000 block of Monteverde Drive. When deputies arrived, three male juveniles fled from them. Deputies immediately set up a perimeter and initiated a search of the surrounding residences. Additional deputies and an airship from the Sheriff’s Department Aviation Division conducted a complete search of the surrounding area. Two male juveniles were found hiding in the vegetation in-between houses and a third male juvenile was found hiding in an unreported stolen vehicle. All three juveniles were from Pasadena and taken into custody.

Further investigation and evidence located at the scene revealed the juveniles had committed an unreported residential burglary and vehicle theft in Pasadena and drove the stolen vehicle to Chino Hills to commit another residential burglary.

Any additional information references this incident, contact the Chino Hills Police Station at (909) 364-2000. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call WeTip at 800 78-CRIME.

Station: Chino Hills Police/Sheriff’s Station

Refer: Deputy Bradshaw or Deputy Cervantes

Phone No.: (909) 364-2000

Two subjects arrested at a local motel for possession of a loaded firearm and narcotics for sale

Two subjects arrested at a local motel for possession of a loaded firearm and narcotics for sale

DATE/TIME: Saturday January 6, 2018 6:05 p.m.

INCIDENT: HS11370.1, Possession of a Controlled Substance and a Loaded Firearm; HS11378, Possess Controlled

Substance for Sales

LOCATION: 1960 Ostrems Way, San Bernardino

SUSPECT(S): Alex Luna, 20 years old, Transient

Issac Josiah Munoz, 21 years old, resident of Highland

SUMMARY:

On Saturday, January 6, 2018, deputies from the Central Station conducted a warrant service at a Motel 6 in San Bernardino. As deputies approached the room a subject exited, leaving the door open and deputies located several subjects inside. During the investigation, Alex Luna was found to be in possession of methamphetamine, a large amount of cash, several Xanax bars and an electronic scale. Issac Munoz was found to be in possession of a loaded firearm and heroin.

Luna was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance for Sales. Munoz was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance and a Loaded Firearm. Both subjects were transported to Central Detention Center and booked into custody.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact Deputy R. Olivares of the Central Station Sheriff’s Department at (909) 387-3545. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27436) or you may leave information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com.

Refer: Deputy R. Olivares/ D. Bracamontes

Station: Central Station

Phone No.(909) 387-3545

Case No. 011800052

JOHN McMAHON, Sheriff-Coroner

San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department

Address/Location

SBSD – Central

655 E 3rd St

San Bernardino, CA 92408

Contact

Emergency: 9-1-1

Non-emergencies: 909-387-3700

Police arrest gang member with a loaded firearm and narcotics for sales

Date: Friday, January 12th, 2018

Time:  8:30 PM

Location: 1000 Block of Dorset Av., Pomona, CA

Crime:

▪ 11370.1 H&S–  Possession of narcotics while armed with a firearm

▪ 29800 (a)(1) PC- Felon possession of a firearm

▪ 30305 (a) PC- Felon possession of ammunition

▪ 25400 (c)(2) PC– Possession of a stolen firearm

▪ 11351 H&S – Possession of a controlled substance for sales

Suspect:

▪ Hernandez, Joseph, a 46 Year Old Pomona Resident

Unit:

▪ The Pomona Police Department Major Crimes Task Force

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▪ Narrative:

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▪ On Friday, January 12th, 2018, around 8:30 PM, members of the Pomona Police Department’s Major Crimes Task Force (MCTF) and the Los Angeles County Probation department were partnered up, and working a gang suppression detail within the City of Pomona. The Major Crimes Task Force along with Probation Officers conducted a pedestrian stop in the 1000 block of Dorset Av., in the City of Pomona. Officers made contact with Suspect Hernandez who is a known and documented Pomona gang member with a severe criminal record. Officers located a large amount of suspected heroin, packaged for sales. During the course of the investigation it was learned Suspect Hernandez was on active AB109 probation. Officers conducted a probation compliance check of Suspect Hernandez’s residence and located a loaded stolen firearm, several live ammunition rounds, and packaging material consistent with packaging narcotics for sales.

As a result of the items recovered during the investigation and residence compliance check, Hernandez was placed under arrest on suspicion of;

▪ 11370.1 H&S–  Possession of narcotics while armed with a firearm

▪ 29800 (a)(1) PC- Felon possession of a firearm

▪ 30305 (a) PC- Felon possession of ammunition

▪ 25400 (c)(2) PC– Possession of a stolen firearm

▪ 11351 H&S – Possession of a controlled substance for sales

Hernandez was booked at the Pomona City Jail.

The City of Pomona is dedicated to addressing quality of life issues and often uses partnered Law Enforcement agencies to accomplish one common goal of ensuring the safety of our community.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Pomona Police Department at (909)620-2085.

If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your Smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.

Written by:

J. Hernandez, Corporal

Major Crimes Task Force

Six arrested for burglary of Chino Hills residence

Date/Time Occurred: Thursday, January 11, 2018/ 2:53 pm

Crime or Incident: PC 459, Residential Burglary. VC 2800.1 Failure to Yield

Location: 15000 Avenida Del Monte, Chino Hills

Suspect(s): Arthur Ramirez, 37-year-old resident of Los Angeles

Victor-Luevanos Trejo 21-year-old resident of Los Angeles

Mark Levy 27-year-old resident of Alhambra

Levi Hernandez 24-year-old resident of Los Angeles

Aaron Santibanez 19-year-old resident of Los Angeles

Female, 16 year-old resident of Los Angeles

SUMMARY:

On January 11 2018, at 2:53 pm, deputies from the Chino Hills Police Station responded to the 15000 block of Avenida Del Monte for a burglary in progress. The reporting party saw six suspects enter their neighbor’s home and called 911. The suspects were all seen carrying property from the home and left in a white U-Haul van. Deputies conducted an area check and located the suspect’s vehicle. The deputy attempted a traffic stop and the vehicle failed to yield. Deputies and California Highway Patrol pursued the vehicle into La Mirada where the vehicle became disabled. During the vehicle pursuit the suspect’s vehicle caused several minor traffic collisions. There were no reported injuries. The six suspects ran from the vehicle and were apprehended with the assistance of Los Angeles County Sheriffs deputies.

Anyone with additional information is asked to call the Chino Hills Police Department or if you wish to remain anonymous you may call We-Tip at (800) 78-CRIME.

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

Chino Hills Police Department

Detective T. Jolin

(909)364-2000

Real Estate Resolutions 2018!

Nef Cortez

By Nef Cortez

Here we are at yet another New Year!  Time seems to pass us by so fast!  And as usual at this time of year we sit back and reflect what we accomplished last year and vow to make the New Year 2018 better with our New Year’s Day resolutions! And while you are bound to make at least one resolution, now is the time to start your planning and get a head start at it!  Do not wait a minute longer!

Let’s reflect what I wrote to you about last year:  I informed you on market status and let you know that the prices of sales of homes increased and continued to increase throughout the year.  I let you know that the time was right to buy and/or sell and the benefits to your family.  I also let you know why purchasing a home was best for you and your family instead of renting!  I informed you on what was being done for housing the homeless, and the current housing inventory shortage.  I gave you ideas on buying right, different sources of down payment, and kept you abreast of tax reform and housing legislation.

To start your resolution, reflection is important.  Where you are in life right now and where you want to be.  What do you want to accomplish this year in comparison to last year?  What are your financial goals? Remember, look to your sources for advice and guidance.  No questions are silly questions when you resolve to learn about a process and initiate action.

If you do not want to continue renting and paying those monies to someone else, if you want ownership, or if it helps you in your finances, then start the process of buying.

If you want to make a move, research and find out if moving or downsizing is best for you.

No matter what you resolve to do, or no matter how small a step you take towards that direction, get started!  It can only end up being a benefit to you and your family!

This article was written by Nef Cortez, a licensed Real Estate Broker, Cal BRE # 00560181 since 1976. He can be reached via e-mail at nefcortez@gmail.com. Please feel free to email any questions regarding real estate.

NEF CORTEZ,
Broker  CalBRE # 00560181
Certified REO Broker
Certified Distress Property Expert

ReMax Realty 100

1411 S. Diamond Bar Blvd.,

Diamond Bar, Ca.  91765

e-mail: nefcortez@gmail.com

Office: 909-610-6303
Fax:  909-752-3163
Cell: 909-762-8135

 

You’re My Favorite

By Nick Anis

 

One of the challenging aspects of parenting is NOT playing favorites with your children.  I remember when I was growing up how sad I felt that my father and mother favored my brother.  Mom and Dad bought him a bicycle, I had to buy my own.  They bought him a car, I had save up and get one myself.  They paid for him to go to college; I had to pay my own way through school.  But they again, I graduated and my brother didn’t – so I suppose I turned out to be the lucky one in that respect.

Actually, it wasn’t the “material” things that bothered me.  I was quite an entrepreneur as a teenager, and I always seemed to manage to make whatever money I needed to get any material things I wanted.  What bothered me the most was how they would heap praise on my sibling while omitting me or even putting me down.  They only time they seemed to think of me was for something negative or after they had finished thinking about and praising my brother.

You might be thinking this made me jealous of my brother, but actually it just caused me to grow up a little faster and concentrate more on school and work.  My brother and I were and still are, on good terms.  Besides the favoritism problem, my dad’s excessive corporal punishment also helped to keep me at school and work and out of my dad’s way as much as possible.

As it turns out, I’m also on good terms with my Dad.  My only problem these days is being careful NOT to repeat the same process that was so painful for me while I was growing up, while raising my own children.

When I look at my two sons, I see myself.  They look like me, and remind me of myself at their age.  I certainly don’t want them to experience and feel as I did when I was their age.  When I praise Joey (age 13) for something I make a point to also praise David (age 11).  I have a running joke with the boys, Joey is my favorite “oldest” son and David is my favorite “youngest” son.

Looking back 30 plus years ago it seems like it was only yesterday.  Rather than brood about my past, I think about the present and frequently ask myself am I being a good parent and are my sons happy?

I think having their mother and I working at home as they grow up has helped them to feel loved and secure.  At times this involved quite a bit of quid-pro-quo and we ended up having to do quite a few things in pairs.  In fact, we make it a point to periodically declare it “David Day” or “Joey Day” and for that day Joey and David get some VIP treatment as if it was their birthday or something.  In this way they can always be reminded each of them is very special to us.  It seems the only conflict in their life is a touch of sibling rivalry, which Patty and I try and keep out of unless it elevates to physical contact.

Patty and I have told our sons time and time again we will not play favorites, but I can tell from their questions and expressions each one likes to think of themselves as our “favorite.”  I honestly believe that if you strapped me up to a lie detector I would pass the exam with flying colors while telling the examiner that I love both Joey and David with the same enthusiasm and intensity and, that they are BOTH my FAVORITES.

5 ‘Healthy’ New Year’s Resolutions Worth Giving Up

By StatePoint

While most New Year’s resolutions are well-intentioned, sometimes they look better on paper than in practice, actually doing more harm than good. Here are five so-called “healthy” resolutions worth giving up in 2018, as well as better solutions.

Resolution 1: I’m going to take up permanent residence in the gym. Working out is an important piece of the weight loss puzzle, but moderation is key. Studies suggest that too much exercise can lead to a number of issues like hormonal imbalance, fatigue, insomnia and even depression. Many people also report experiencing a drastic increase in appetite after extreme bouts of physical activity, which can lead to overeating and negate the weight-related benefits. Plus, if you exercise so intensely that you’re injured or sore for days, it will be difficult to sustain this otherwise healthy habit.

Resolution 2: I’m saying goodbye to fats completely. Fatty foods have gotten a bad rap. The reality is there are good fats and bad fats. In humans, fat helps support normal growth and development, provides energy, allows for proper cellular function, provides protective cushioning for organs, and helps with absorption of certain vitamins. Bad fats are found in foods like meat, butter, lard, cream and trans fats (found in baked goods, fried foods and margarine) and can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Aim to replace these with good fats, which are associated with a decreased risk of chronic disease. Good fats include plant-based oils like olive and canola, avocados, nuts, seeds, and dairy, since these also offer the nutrition your body needs.

Resolution 3: I’m going to skip breakfast to cut calories. According to The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, if you’re skipping breakfast, you’re doing something wrong. Research shows breakfast helps support brain function, energy and mood. And research suggests that people who eat breakfast consume fewer calories throughout the day, weigh less and have fewer risk factors for heart disease. Just a few reasons to load up in the a.m.

Resolution 4: I’ll just crash diet to lose the weight. Crash diets don’t work and many people who do them end up just gaining the weight back.

“Sustainable weight loss should not involve hunger or deprivation,” says Mandi Knowles, dietitian for South Beach Diet. “Your weight loss efforts should include sensible changes that are easy to follow.”

Find a weight loss plan that’s convenient and lets you know with confidence that you are losing weight the healthy way. Plans like South Beach Diet teach portion control through a low-carb, high-protein approach with meals delivered to your door.

Resolution 5: I’m going to stop snacking. Snacks can account for more than a quarter of one’s daily calories. But if you munch on nutrient-dense foods (high in vitamins, minerals and fiber and low in calories), you’re more likely to maintain a healthy weight, according to the “National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.” So, snack wisely.

For more weight loss tips, visit palm.southbeachdiet.com.

In the new year, ditch extreme diets and exercise schemes. You’ll find more success with sustainable health and wellness habits.

 

Busy Hands, Hearts a Night of Giving

By Kelli Gile

WALNUT — The sounds of holiday music, delightful conversation, warm hearts, and busy hands filled Walnut Elementary School’s multipurpose room during a Family Night of Giving held December 15.

Students penned letters to show support for first responders that would later be distributed through the Operation Gratitude project.

At another table, families worked side-by-side tying knots on fleece blankets for City of Hope patients while enjoying cookies and hot chocolate.

Students also made a take-home snowman craft to remember the evening of compassion they shared with family and friends.

In total, over 100 pairs of pajamas, a truck full of toys for needy children, and blankets for local shelter animals were collected for the giving event.

“We hope that our small contribution this holiday season will provide a bit of cheer to children, animals, and first responders,” said elementary learning specialist Jill Takayama.

Tablets and Kids: What to Know

By StatePoint

If you’ve handed over your tablet to your children more than once, it may be time to consider getting them their own device. There are a lot of great children’s tablets that offer so much more than passive games and videos.

“Tablets can be a great source of learning if the content is relevant, engaging and age-appropriate,” said Dr. Clement Chau, director of learning for LeapFrog.

Before you take the plunge, here are some things to keep in mind.

Durability

Kids are not necessarily known for their delicate handling of breakable objects. So, look for kid-friendly products that are durable, and built specifically for kids’ hands.

Content

Seek out tablets pre-loaded with fun and useful age-appropriate content that blends education and fun. For example, those from LeapFrog, a leader in innovative learning toys, offer well-rounded curricula important to children’s development. The new LeapFrog Epic Academy Edition and LeapPad Ultimate feature preloaded content teaching core skills like mathematics, reading and science, as well as music, puzzles, logic and creativity to help prepare children for preschool and beyond. Both tablets offer access to a learning library of more than 1,000 apps, eBooks and videos and feature built-in technology that assess kids’ progress to personalize lessons. Additionally, LeapFrog Epic Academy Edition comes with a free trial of LeapFrog Academy, an interactive learning program for 3-6-year-olds that guides kids on learning adventures they can play on the go.

Safety

Remember, a tablet is not just a toy, it’s two-way access to the world at-large. But you can keep kids safe with a few precautions. Look for tablets that are kid-safe right of the box, with features like kid-friendly web browsers that provide access to pre-selected websites. Then, take advantage of parental controls to manage features.

Balance

If you find that your child becomes inseparable from his or her new tablet, consider setting rules like no tablets at the dinner table or for one hour before bedtime, and use built-in parental controls to set time limits. Even when devices are strictly being used for educational fun, it’s still important to limit screen time and strike some balance.

As tablets continue to top children’s wish lists, parents should do their research. With the right devices, apps and safety features, tablets can provide opportunities to engage kids’ creativity and knowledge.

Inland Christian Home: Quality Environment For Seniors

 Staff Reports

Ontario- Inland Christian Home, was founded by a number of local churches and began providing services in 1978. The primary mission of the community is a reflection of the heritage of its founders: to provide quality affordable individualized care to seniors in a Christian environment, it’s a place you can feel right at home. The community’s non-profit status promotes this mission as there are no owners who profit from its operation and all the revenues received are reinvested into the operations of the facility.

 

As the baby boomer generation continues to age, it is important to know they have options. The aging process is not always an easy one and, at times requires the assistance of others. Inland Christian Home offers a community that assists in many ways. Its primary mission is to provide quality, affordable, individualized care to seniors in a Christian environment, making it a place you can feel right at home.

 

Inland Christian Home, being licensed as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) through the Department of Social Services, provides many different levels of care which include Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Adult day care, Skilled Nursing and Rehab and Custodial Home care Services. The availability of different levels of care and service arrangements on the same grounds, offers seniors very unique advantages. Our philosophy is to encourage our residents to live as independently as possible at the lowest level of care. Our residents’ individual needs and desires are always considered in the arrangement of these services. We want Inland to be their home, not the facility in which they live, where all are treated as individuals and they participate and are given choices in how they live.

 

The availability of different levels of care and service arrangements on the same grounds offers residents some very unique advantages. Residents can continue to reside at the community even though their abilities may change. Resident and their families have the comfort in knowing that their needs will be met. Inland Christian Home is a close-knit community that promotes the maintaining of social relationship residents have with other residents, friends, and family.

 

Inland Christian Home also provides services to those who prefer to stay in their own homes. Custodial Home Care services make it possible by providing assistance with housekeeping, cooking, shopping, meal preparation, bathing, and dressing through educated caregivers.

 

Inland Christian Home is here to promote aging in place, and gives seniors the ability to live at the lowest level of care even though their abilities change and their families have the comfort in knowing their needs will be met; making it a place you can feel right at home.

 

Easy-Peasy Ravioli Gratin

with Spinach, Thyme, and Parmesan Breadcrumbs

Just when we thought pasta night couldn’t get any better, our chefs doubled down on the spinach. This nutritious green can be found in the ravioli AND fresh in the gratin. But this dish is more than just a veggie-lover’s delight: there’s also a thick and creamy sauce and toasted breadcrumb topping that keeps things comfy, cozy, and utterly delicious.

 

Preparation Time

30 minutes

Cooking difficulty

Level 1

 

Ingredients

½  Onion

¼ oz Thyme

Vegetable Stock Concentrate

9 ounce Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli

¼ cup Panko

¼ cup Parmesan Cheese

4 tablespoon Sour Cream

5 ounce Spinach

1 tbs Butter

1 tsp Olive Oil

Salt

Pepper

 

Nutrition Values

Calories 530

 

  1. Wash and dry all produce. Preheat broiler to high or oven to 500 degrees. Halve, peel, and thinly slice half the onion (use the other half as you like). Strip thyme leaves from stems; discard stems.

 

  1. Melt 1 TBSP butter in a large pan over medium heat (use an ovenproof pan if you have one). Add thyme and onion. Cook until softened, 5-6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Pour in stock concentrate and 1½ cups water and bring to a simmer.

 

  1. Once stock mixture is simmering, add ravioli to pan. Cover and cook 4 minutes. Uncover and increase heat to high. Continue cooking, spooning stock over ravioli, until ravioli are tender and stock has reduced, 5-6 minutes. Shake pan occasionally to keep ravioli from sticking.

 

  1. Combine panko, Parmesan, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl.

 

  1. Remove pan from heat. Carefully stir sour cream and spinach into pan until thoroughly combined and spinach is wilted. Season with salt and pepper. (TIP: Add a splash of water if sauce seems very thick.) If your pan is not ovenproof, transfer mixture to a baking dish at this point.

 

  1. Sprinkle ravioli in pan (or dish) with crust mixture. Place under broiler and broil until golden brown, 1-2 minutes. Divide between plates

Suspect Arrested For Child Pornography

CHINO, CA – At approximately 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 9, 2018, Chino Police officers served a search warrant in the 13600 block of Frady Avenue relating to an ongoing child pornography investigation. Alan Carrera, age 25 of Chino was arrested for the possession and distribution of child pornography from his residence, on his personal home computer.

Through the investigation and proactive efforts of detectives, it was discovered that Carrera had downloaded and distributed video and images via the internet.

Carrera was a City of Chino, Community Services Department, part-time employee. Since 2014, he worked as a Community Services Leader at the after-school programs located at Walnut and Anna Borba elementary schools, as well as various special events and youth camps. His most recent assignment was at the after-school program located at EJ Marshall elementary school. Please note, the after-school programs at these specific campus’ are operated and managed by the City of Chino.

The City of Chino complies with strict regulations in the hiring process.  Each potential employee undergoes a complete background investigation, which includes a fingerprint background check through the California Department of Justice and drug testing.  In this case, the employee’s background was clear.

Although the investigation is on-going, there has been no evidence uncovered that indicates Carrera has victimized anyone related to his employment with the City of Chino.

Carrera was booked at the West Valley Detention Center for the possession and distribution of child pornography. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Detective Franks at (909) 334-3169 or at rfranks@chinopd.org. Anyone with questions specific to the after-school programs may call Linda Reich, Director of Community Services at 909-334-3491.

Two Arrested after Armed Robbery and a Pursuit

By Anthony Saude

Chino Hills – On December 29, 2017, at 2:00 a.m., a male suspect entered a gas station, in the 4000 Block of Chino Hills Parkway. While inside the business, the suspect brandished a handgun and pointed it at the clerk and demanded all the money he had in the cash register. The clerk turned over the money and the suspect immediately fled the building, jumped into a white Kia Optima and sped off. Law enforcement officers located the vehicle shortly after the robbery took place and initiated a traffic stop. The driver of the vehicle failed to pull over for the officers and a pursuit ensued. The officers pursued the vehicle until it  concluded in the city of Compton. Two male suspects got out of the vehicle and fled on foot away from the vehicle with the officers in pursuit. The suspects were apprehended and taken into custody without any resistance and were booked into West Valley Detention Center, jail records say.  The suspects were identified as William Vandegrift and Ricky Vaughn. The face charges of robbery, conspiracy to commit a crime and felony parole violations.  Ongoing investigation has revealed both men may have been involved in multiple robberies within Los Angeles County and Orange County.
Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact Deputy G. Livingston at the Chino Hills Sheriff’s Station at (909) 364-2000.If you wish to remain anonymous you may contact WeTip at (800) 78-CRIME.
Refer to: Deputy Linvingston

 

Volunteers On Patrol

By Anthony Saude

Diamond Bar – Are you the type of person that cares what happens to their neighbors and community? Do you feel that it is your civil duty to report a crime or wrongdoing in your neighborhood? The City of Diamond Bar has a program in place that you may be a good fit for.

The Volunteers on Patrol Program in the City of Diamond Bar is looking for individuals who are interested in being the “extra eyes and ears” for local law enforcement. Members of the Community Volunteer Patrol contribute thousands of yours each year to help patrol the City of Diamond Bar.

The job of a volunteer is simple, observe and report crimes and suspicious or unusual activity; conduct vacations checks; report graffiti vandalism; keep an eye on school and park activities; and check on the general welfare of elderly and shut in residents.

Members of the Volunteer become a representative of the Sheriff’s Department, as well the city and county administration so it is essential that they maintain an image of professionalism at all times. Their appearance, demeanor and professionalism must be above reproach while serving in the program.

The Volunteer Mission Statement for the LASD Civilian Volunteers is be dedicated to providing excellent service through relationships that build trust, create a safe environment, and enhance the quality of life in the community within a “Tradition of Service.

Is this program for you? To become a Diamond Bar Volunteer Patrol member all you do is contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department by calling 909-595-2264.