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Glendale's Hot Topics for the Week of May 29, 2012

No more school means time in the pool! Glendale’s pools will be open for the summer on June 2. The city’s two aquatics centers are endless fun for kids, which means mom or dad...

Ron Short Honored With 2012 Ruth Byrne Historic Preservation Award

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ - Mayor Scruggs presented the Ruth Byrne Historic Preservation Award to Ron Short for his dedication to the preservation of Glendale’s historic heritage at a recent...

Memorial Day Holiday Notice

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ -- City of Glendale offices will be closed on Monday, May 28 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. All households’ scheduled garbage and recycling will be...

Glendale City Council Approves Arizona Cardinals Parking Plan

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ –– On May 22 evening the Glendale City Council approved a plan to fulfill the parking agreement with the Arizona Cardinals and the Arizona Sports and Tourism...

Glendale's Hot Topics - Story Ideas for the Week of May 14

from:City Of Glendale

Want to keep the kids educated, while having fun? Kids ages six to 10 can celebrate Arizona's Centennial at the Adventures in History Camp at Glendale’s Sahuaro Ranch Park...

A Day to Remember in Glendale

For most of us, Memorial Day 2012 Glendale marks the beginning of a season of summer fun. But don’t let the real meaning of the holiday get lost amidst the barbecues and beach...

Bechtel Expands And Increases Staff In Glendale

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ---Bechtel is expanding its Glendale operation to accommodate more staff at the Glendale Corporate Center near 99th Avenue and the Loop 101. Last year, Bechtel,...

Glendale's Hot Topics - Story Ideas for the week of May 14

from:City Of Glendale

Looking for a story idea? We’ve got you covered. Here’s what’s hot in Glendale this week… - Are you the adventurous type? Check out Glendale’s Scavenger Hunt May...

Statement from the City of Glendale regarding the NHL Coyotes

from:City Of Glendale

The city of Glendale is very pleased with the announcement from the National Hockey League (NHL) that they have an understanding with Greg Jamison on moving forward with a...

Glendale's Hot Topics - Story Ideas for The Week of May 1, 2012

from:City Of Glendale

Celebrate mom in downtown Glendale Saturday, May 12. Free flowers and special gifts await Mom on her special day, thanks to Glendale’s downtown merchants. Mothers, and those who...

Glendale Celebrates National Tourism Week By Showcasing Sevenwonders Of The West Valley

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ---The Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is recognizing National Tourism Week (May 5-13) in celebration of an industry that continues to serve as a vital...

Use Of Fireworks Now Illegal In Glendale

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ - On April 24th, 2012, the Glendale City Council voted in favor of an ordinance prohibiting the use of consumer fireworks within the city limits. The vote was...

Children Gain Court System Knowledge At Law Day

Glendale, AZ - Seventh and 8th graders from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church School will have anopportunity to learn about the court system at Glendale’s Law Day...

Glendale’s Presiding Judge Chairs National Conference Of Specialized Court Judges

Glendale, AZ – The largest organization representing judges at specialized court levels in the nation is being led by Honorable Judge Elizabeth Finn, Glendale’s presiding city...

Restoration Of Historic Site Preserves City’s Heritage

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ---A historical corner in Glendale that houses one of the only remaining exposed adobe homes in the city is getting a makeover. The downtown’s Adobe House and...

Glendale’s Code Compliance Department Offers Advice On Keeping Our Neighborhoods Safe And Clean

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ---Recent rains have left many residential and commercial property owners with the challenge and chore of getting rid of weeds and overgrown grass. Not only do...

Helpful Park Users Getting ‘Caught’ In Glendale

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ---Pick up litter in a Glendale park, get a free Sonic drink! Caring visitors in Glendale parks who are caught helping to keep the parks clean, safe and doing...

Glendale's Hot Topics - Story Ideas for the Week of March 26, 2012

from:City Of Glendale

What do a CFL bulb, high-efficiency showerhead and a programmable thermostat all have in common? They’re free energy-saving devices Glendale residents can pick up at the...

Chandler Seeks Citizen Input On Budget Priorities

from:City of Chandler

Chandler, AZ – Chandler is preparing its Annual Budget and Ten Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and wants residents to know their input continues to be an important part...

Glendale's Hot Topics - Story Ideas For The Week of March 20, 2012

from:City Of Glendale

Looking for a story idea? We’ve got you covered. Here’s what’s hot inGlendale this week… - Teens test their knowledge in The Hunger Games Trivia Challenge. Just in...

Funding Available for Glendale Performing Arts Projects

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ---To motivate, increase and support the performing arts in Glendale, the Glendale Public Art Program is offering up to $4,000 in support funding for theater, dance...

Coyotes Assign David Rundblad To Portland

GLENDALE, AZ - On March 13th, Phoenix Coyotes General Manager Don Maloney announced that the Coyotes have assigned defenseman David Rundblad to the Portland Pirates, the Coyotes...

Do Spring Cleaning Safely With Glendale’s Free Household Hazardous Waste Pick-Up

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ---Households can easily fill up with hazardous waste, but your car doesn’t have to – not if you act quickly. The first 750 Glendale households that call for an...

Glendale's Hot Topics - Story Ideas For The Week of March 12, 2012

from:City Of Glendale

Looking for a story idea? We’ve got you covered. Here’s what’s hot in Glendale this week… Tanger Outlet location breaks ground at Westgate. The new 328,000-square-foot...

Strike Called, Impacts Glendale Bus Routes

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ –– A strike has been called by the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1433. Because Glendale contracts most of its transit bus service with the city of...

Transit Strike Threatens Glendale Bus Routes

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ –– With labor negotiations still at an impasse between Phoenix’s transit operations contractor Veolia Transportation Service and its labor union on a new...

Glendale Adds Two Neighborhoods to Historic Register

from:City Of Glendale

History Repeats Itself: Glendale Adds Two Neighborhoods to Historic Register Glendale, AZ - The Glendale Gardens and Sage Acres neighborhoods are joining a prestigious list of...

Glendale's Hot Topics - Story Ideas for the Week of March 5

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale Day at Camelback Ranch-Glendale is March 10. Saturday, March 10 is designated as Glendale Day at Camelback Ranch-Glendale, which means Glendale residents will receive...

Transit Strike Threatens Glendale Bus Routes

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ--- With labor negotiations still at an impasse between Phoenix’s transit operations contractor Veolia Transportation Service and its labor union on a new collective...

Federal Grant Funding Furthers Transportation Needs In Glendale

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ---The Glendale City Council recently approved the use of funding through federal grants, along with local match contributions, to maintain important transit needs and...

Glendale Reaches Social Media Milestone With 200,000+ Views On Youtube

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ - Proving the power of video and the World Wide Web, the city of Glendale has reached another milestone with its online videos being viewed more than 208,000...

Students Help The Environment For Glendale's Recyclemania Contest

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ - Kids love a good old-fashioned competition, and Glendale’s Recycling program has used that concept to encourage them to recycle and teach them about protecting...

Glendale’s Bell Road Thriving With Economic Development

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ – The Bell Road corridor in north Glendale has attracted numerous new business investments totaling more than 231,000 square feet of leased or purchased commercial...

Glendale Hosts Free Community Event To Help Homeowners Prevent Foreclosure

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ - The city of Glendale in partnership with the Arizona Foreclosure Prevention Task Force (Task Force) will host a free community event offering numerous resources to...

Regional Transportation Project Approved In Glendale

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ---The Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) recently unanimously approved $15.5 million of funding for the high occupancy vehicle (HOV) ramps at Loop 101 and...

Glendale Offers Opportunities For Residents To Celebrate Arizona's Centennial

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ – The entire state of Arizona will be commemorating 100 years of statehood on Feb. 14, and the city of Glendale is offering various activities and programs for...

Interim Manager Named Airport Administrator

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ - After serving in an interim capacity for the past six months, Walter L. Fix has been named the airport administrator for the Glendale Municipal Airport. Fix came...

City Of Glendale Websites Attract More Than 5 Million Users

Glendale, AZ – Glendale residents and tourists have millions of reasons to use Glendale’s websites since new statistics reveal the total number of visitors to the city’s...

Glendale Announces Promoting Inclusiveness Award Winner

from:City Of Glendale

City Names Maricopa County Community College District Board President As Winner Of “Promoting Inclusiveness Award” GLENDALE, AZ - Randolph Stephen Elias Lumm has been...

Glendale Offers Free Energy - Saving Devices

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ---Make a resolution for an energy efficient home in 2012 – register for an energy class offered by the city of Glendale and receive free energy-saving devices to...

Fiesta Bowl At Your Fingertips

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ - Get ahead of the game with help from a few exciting tools brought to you by the city of Glendale. Whether you need to find out where to park, events to check out or...

Glendale’s Year In Review Highlights Key Accomplishments

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ - As 2011 comes to a close, the many accomplishments of Glendale city staff were recently touted at the Glendale City Council retreat. The list of nearly 90...

Glendale ‘Treecycling’ Sites

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ - Glendale residents are encouraged to recycle their live Christmas trees by dropping them off at the following sites. - Acoma Park, 53rd Avenue and Acoma Road -...

Glendale Rededicates Air Force Jet at City Park

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ - The F-100D Super Sabre, nicknamed “The Hun,” displayed at Bonsall Park has been refurbished and will be rededicated to the military veterans of Arizona who have...

Newest Mural In Historic Downtown Connects Businesses With Artists In City’s Centerline District

Glendale, AZ. – One building in downtown Glendale is getting a head-turning look, thanks to a new mural which will grace the outer south wall of a longtime downtown restaurant....

Hot Topics - Story Ideas for the Week of Dec. 5

With Fiesta Bowl just around the corner, The Glendale Visitor Center and Historic Downtown will transform itself into football central. The Visitor Center will “suit up,”...

Thunderbird Conservation Park Trails Receiving a Makeover

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ – Hikers, bikers and equestrians will fine a smoother path during their outdoor adventures thanks to a $44,000 grant from Arizona State Parks that is going to...

Diversity Committee Accepting Nominations For 2012 Promoting Inclusiveness Award

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ - The life and ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. are once again being celebrated by the city of Glendale’s Diversity Committee as it seeks nominations for...

Glendale Firefighters Remind Folks To Include Fire Safety In Thanksgiving Recipes

from:City Of Glendale

Glendale, AZ - As family and friends gather to spend quality time together for a much anticipated Thanksgiving Holiday, Glendale Fire Department is asking folks to cook Holiday...

Do Your Thanksgiving Like The Very First One – Outdoors

from:City Of Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ---Take your Thanksgiving feast outdoors just like the Pilgrims did in 1621. Parks are great locations to host the annual autumn event and Glendale has great...