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New Hilton hotel in Burbank gets final approval
The City Council on Tuesday signed off on plans to bring a Hilton Garden Inn to Burbank, hailing the proposed hotel as a “great project” for the city. The six-story, 210-room hotel — approved by the Planning Board last month —...Tags: Hotel and Accommodation Industry
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Man allegedly caught slashing neighbors' car tires in Burbank
A 49-year-old Burbank man was arrested after his neighbors caught him slashing their car tires on camera, police said. The man, Garry Keshishyan, was arrested on suspicion of felony vandalism after security footage allegedly showed him slashing tires on...Tags: Crime, Law and Justice, Car Tires, Crimes
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Brush fire reported in hills above DeBell golf course in Burbank
Firefighters are trying to contain a brush fire near DeBell Golf Club in Burbank that was reported shortly after 12:15 p.m. The size of the brush fire was not immediately known as firefighters converged on the area near Stough and Wildwood Canyon...Tags: Golf, Sports
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Burbank brush fire grows to 20 acres
A brush fire in the hills above DeBell Golf Club in Burbank has consumed roughly 20 acres, officials said. Water-dropping helicopters were brought in to assist ground crews trying to contain the fire -- first reported shortly after noon Monday -- as...
Tags: Golf, Sports
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Burbank scores 'AAA' S&P credit rating
Burbank received a “AAA” credit rating this month from Standard & Poor’s, which cited the city’s “strong local economy and steady tax base growth.” City officials were pleased with the score, which is the highest...Tags: Economy, Business and Finance, Manufacturing and Engineering, Ratings, Finance, Automotive Equipment
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Amid high demand, Colony Theatre extends run of current production
Despite the uncertainty that’s come with being on rocky financial footing over the last year, Burbank’s Colony Theatre is extending its season to meet unexpected demand for their hit musical “Falling For Make Believe.” The...
Tags: Music, Arts and Culture, Services and Shopping, Music Theater, Theater
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Despite refusing to follow new rules, Burbank secures grant for volunteer program
Burbank was approved for a $43,000 grant for its Retired Senior Volunteer Program, surprising city officials who had thought they were out of contention after refusing to comply with new funding guidelines that would have required a program overhaul. For...
Tags: Public Officials, Politics, Education, Government
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Two women arrested on suspicion of prostitution in Burbank
Two women suspected of loitering with the intent to commit prostitution were arrested at a Burbank hotel Thursday night after officers reportedly discovered incriminating text messages, condoms and oils in their possession, police said. At 10:10 p.m.,... -
New program lets kids with autism enjoy an air-travel trial run
For families with autistic children, the stress and anxiety of air travel is a unique challenge – which is why JetBlue is partnering with Bob Hope Airport in Burbank to give those families a chance for an air-travel dress rehearsal. JetBlue’s...Tags: Trips and Vacations, Air Transportation Industry, JetBlue Airways, Travel, Autism
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Burbank man narrowly misses thrown bottle of beer while leaving for work
Some people start their workday off with a cup of coffee. But on Friday morning, police say one Burbank homeowner narrowly escaped a full bottle of beer that shattered after hitting his porch. The 50-year-old man was unharmed after the bottle hit his...Tags: Police Arrests
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Burbank school board selects longtime member as new president
Dave Kemp, a 10-year Burbank Unified school board member, was chosen by his peers to be president Thursday at the annual reorganization meeting. Kemp Thursday said he looks forward to “the process of lessening the pain we have suffered” in...
Tags: Politics, Elections
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Burbank seeks to cut $2.5 million from budget
Burbank officials this week proposed cutting roughly 2% — or $2.5 million — from the city’s $149-million General Fund budget, which pays for most public services. The proposal also addresses soaring employee pension costs by allocating...
Tags: Primaries, Politics, Career and Workplace, Elections, Employees
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