The City of Burbank and the Burbank Bob Hope Airport have been working together with the community to create plans for the Airport and its 83-year-old terminal, and have been holding a series of workshops for community input and comments.The next workshop will be held on Monday, September 16, at 6:00 p.m. at the Airport Skyroom in Terminal A on the second floor, and is open to the public and free of charge. Validated parking in the Parking Structure will be provided.

This September 16 workshop will discuss the current terminal and the vision for a replacement terminal. The current terminal is too close to the runways to meet current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) safety regulations, does not meet current earthquake standards and lacks many of the amenities available in more modern terminals.

For those unable to attend this workshop but who would like to express questions, comments or concerns on the future of Burbank Bob Hope Airport, the Airport invites the public to visit the City-Airport Visioning Process page on the Airport’s website. A list of past and future workshops and videos of previous meetings are available on the website.

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Eric Gordon (rt, #10) rips the ball away en route to a touchdown (Photo by Craig Sherwood)

By Dick Dornan
MyBurbank Sports Editor

Christmas came early for the Burroughs football program- on the field and at school this past week. In a dust-filled game that was reminiscent of Memorial Field circa 1980, the Indians defeated North Hollywood, 30-7, on the road behind two spectacular plays that literally stole the show.

Seniors Eric Gordon and Davion Barker each made game-changing plays that fueled Burroughs’ first win over a non-league opponent since 2009.

Eric Gordon scores after his quick heist (Photo by Craig Sherwood)

First, Gordon ripped the ball out of a Husky ball carrier and proceeded to score from 13 yards out that gave Burroughs a 17-0 lead mid-way through the third quarter.

A few possessions later, Barker stripped North Hollywood quarterback Michael Zurita of the ball on a fourth-and-one and promptly returned his theft 88 yards for a touchdown and a 30-0 lead with 6:23 left in the game.

But the biggest gift for Burroughs (1-1) arrived at the door of Athletic Director Jose Valle. Standing in front of him was Hawkins Mann, a 6-foot-4, 220-pound senior transfer from Boise, Idaho. Mann recently left Borah High School in Boise and moved to Burbank. He was a four-year starter on defense for Borah and was selected to the All-State Defensive Line AND All-State Offensive Line last season.

After one week in practice, Mann could be described as a “Mann-child” with his imposing figure, tremendous skill level and relentless energy. Mann, who wore No. 51 along the sidelines but did not play against North Hollywood, hopes to be cleared by the CIF in time for the Indians next game against Camarillo.

Hawkins Mann (left, #51) watches alongside his new teammates and coaches (Photo by Craig Sherwood)

Burroughs coach Keith Knoop and his brother, Kenny, both acknowledged after Thursday’s contest that Mann’s presence will be a huge addition on the defensive side of the ball. Mann, a self-described “hybrid” defensive end, has already verbally committed to Boise State.

It’s not often a prized division one recruit arrives at your door unexpectedly. Burroughs welcomed Mann with open arms. Mann will join a stingy defense that made play after play against the Huskies on Thursday night.

Leading 3-0 at the end of the first quarter, Gordon intercepted a Husky pass that set up the next Indians score.

Hunter Guerin plows his way in for a touchdown (Photo by Craig Sherwood)

On fourth-and-six from the North Hollywood 17-yard line, Burroughs quarterback Andrew Williams connected with Conor Joyce (37 yards on three catches) for a 13-yard gain. Two plays later, sophomore Hunter Guerin punched in the touchdown on a 4-yard run that gave JBHS a 10-0 halftime lead.

On the Huskies first possession of the second half, Gordon again came up with a big play stripping the ball and returning it for a touchdown. Gordon’s play sparked the Indians.

“I was just going for the ball. The ball wasn’t exposed. I just took it from him,” Gordon said. “Coach said he wanted the ball back so I thought I would step up on defense and make good game-changing plays. We have to work hard as a family so when that play came I took my opportunity. We all played together as a family and we made big plays.”

Quarterback Andrew Williams fires a pass to a receiver down field (Photo by Craig Sherwood)

Williams added a 40-yard touchdown run with 1:10 left in the third on a quarterback keeper right up the gut of the Husky defense. The subsequent PAT was missed giving Burroughs a 23-0 advantage.

Then it was time for Barker to perform his Houdini trick. On fourth-and-one on the Indians 12-yard line, Zurita pushed behind his center trying to gain the one yard needed for a first down. What he didn’t expect was for Barker to suddenly rip the ball away and sprint 88 yards the opposite direction that stunned everyone in attendance.

“I wanted to make a big play in the red zone,” Barker said. “My team did a good job at stopping him. They had him wrapped up and I just came up and stripped it from him. The defense played hard and I thought the defense won us the game today.”

North Hollywood finally found the end zone with 2:01 left on a 22-yard touchdown pass.

The Indians swarmed on defense dominating the Huskies (Photo by Craig Sherwood)

“The defense stepped up. We played well,” Knoop said. “We knew physically we were better than they were. The turnovers were fun to watch. It’s great when you score 30 points and know your defense scored 14 of them.”

Williams led the team in rushing with 45 yards and 53 yards through the air completing 5 of 11 passes. Six other Indian ball carriers combined for 82 yards. More production will be needed when the Scorpions come to town.

“We have some work to do on offense. We have to get a lot better when we play Camarillo next week because they are good,” Knoop said.

Adding Mann to the mix will be an intriguing story line this upcoming week.

Burroughs plays Camarillo in its home opener on Thursday at 7 p.m. at Memorial Field.

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By Lisa Paredes
Associate Editor

The Red Chair School of Performing Arts, formerly located on Magnolia Blvd., has opened the doors of its new, 3000 square foot space on Winona Ave. in northwest Burbank, and taken on the moniker of RC Dance Center. RC Dance Center continues to offer the American Ballet Theatre (ABT) curriculum, pre-school dance programs, commercial dance programs like tap, jazz and hip hop, a theatre program and adult programs including yoga and ballet.

The “Nutcracker” Sugar Plum Fairy dances onstage. (Photo Courtesy of Andrea Mullen)

Founded in 2005, The Red Chair began as a full performing arts facility and became affiliated with ABT in New York. Now, as RC Dance Center, it is the only school in Los Angeles to follow the high quality dance curriculum of the ABT. The same staff and family-friendly environment continue to be hallmarks of the company, while housed in a new, state-of-the-art space.

Open auditions for the yearly production of “The Nutcracker Ballet” for ages 5 – 21 will be held at RC Dance Center on September 21 and 22. Male and female leads audition on Saturday, September 21. On Sunday the 22nd, callbacks for lead roles and auditions for Clara and the supporting cast will be held.

“RC Dance Center is honored to support Red Chair Children’s Production Company with a fundraising Dance Week!” comments Jennifer Bosco, Artistic Director and a teacher at the studio. “As a grass-roots program ourselves we believe in creating positive opportunities for children and young adults to shine and express themselves through the arts.”

Ballet dancer practice at RC Dance Center. (Photo Courtesy of Spencer Filichia)

The Red Chair Children’s Production Company, a 501 c3 organization that RC Dance Center supports through studio use and choreography, continues to present the annual “Nutcracker,” the spring dance showcase and musical theatre productions.

“RC Dance Center is proud to collaborate with the Red Chair Children’s Production Company for their 2013 performance of “The Nutcracker Ballet,” Ms. Bosco continues. “Creating and supporting such a positive, community-centered program keeps us focused on what truly matters in life, which is gratitude, love and family.”

A fundraising event will be held the week of September 16 – 21, as the studio offers many classes for a nominal $2 per class, with all proceeds benefiting the upcoming “Nutcracker” production, which will be held on December 6-8, 2013. For a list of offered classes, visit www.redchairproduction.org. The $2 per class special applies to a variety of classes, from adult yoga and ballet, to mommy and me and preschool classes, to beginning ballet, tap and jazz, and includes contemporary dance and acting classes.

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The deadline for artist submissions for the Burbank Arts for All Foundation’s Secret Art Show is Friday, September 20, 2013. The Secret Art Show is a sale of “secret” works of art in the form of unsigned 4” x 6” original pieces of art created by artists, celebrities, animators, students, teachers, well-known community leaders and talented non-professionals. Proceeds from the sale of these donated, original art works will go to help fund arts education for Burbank’s more than 16,000 public school students.

The art should be signed on the back and include a brief biography of the artist, submitted with the piece, so that the purchaser will be able to learn more about the artist creating the work. The work itself can be paintings, drawings, sketches, photos, collages, doodles, whatever the artist imagines. The entry form can be downloaded here.

The Foundation can provide 4″ x 6″ cards for artists to use. Artists may also use other mediums, as long as it measures 4” x 6.” Once the Burbank Arts For All Foundation receives the submitted art, they will post it on their event web site. Donated works will be displayed on the internet until the next year’s event. The website will list each “Secret” artist and link to their websites, providing exposure for these charitable artists.

The Secret Art Show will be held on Friday evening, November 1, at a location that is still “Secret.” The evening will showcase over 400 miniature “masterpieces” and will benefit the Burbank Arts For All Foundation, a nonprofit organization. For more information, visit the Burbank Arts For All website.

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Taco Bell, which stands on Olive Avenue in Burbank, has decided to close its doors. This was one of four Taco Bell restaurants in Burbank.

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Many Burbank residents were attracted to this Taco Bell for its location. The restaurant sits in a mostly residential neighborhood across from Warner Bros., and out of the hustle and bustle of Burbank. Residents fondly remember the black and white acting headshots that once adorned its walls.

According to Joy Forbes, the Director of Community Development for Burbank, before the closure, the owners were seeking to renovate the restaurant, in addition to adding a drive-thru.

The renovation would have been an act of modernization that might have made it more competitive with the two other Burbank locations.

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Taco Bell is owned by Yum Brands, a company that also owns KFC and Pizza Hut, according to the corporate website.

Forbes said that her staff had preliminary discussions with the owners and told them the process that a business would have to go through to renovate and add the drive-thu.

These procedures typically include hearings and public notices, and could be a difficult process, according to Forbes.

Location was the challenge for this particular Taco Bell. Because the restaurant is immediately adjacent to multi-family residential homes, adding a drive-thru could be a complicated process and would have to be discussed with the homeowners in the area.

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Forbes also said that while Community Development discussed all the steps with the owners of the restaurant, they only had conceptual ideas to provide, and further discussions never took place.

“They never submitted any plans,” said Forbes.

Forbes did mention, however, that renovations to the restaurant, excluding a drive-thru, would have been fairly easy to accomplish.

She said that working with the San Fernando location was a very pleasant process, as they already had a drive-thru, and simple renovations do not require public notices and hearings.

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

This location is still properly equipped for a restaurant, so it’s possible new owners may take over soon.

Calls to the previous owner have gone unanswered. Check back here for more details as more information unfolds.

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A garage fire on Santa Anita Ave. Friday morning sent up a large cloud of smoke that hung over the hill area of Burbank for some time even after the fire was extinguished.

Firefighters work on clearing a garage after a fire early Friday morning (Photo By Nick Colbert)

The Burbank Fire Department received a report of a garage fire at 9:05 a.m. and responded with a full assignment to 1062 E. Santa Anita Ave.  The location is about 300 feet west of Sunset Canyon Dr.  The first engine company on scene reported a single family house with heavy smoke coming from the rear.   Firefighters were able to get to the detached garage from the alley behind the home.

Initial reports were that the garage may have been converted to living quarters.  This triggered a response in which firefighters pull additional hose lines, a use more personnel for search and rescue, and fire control.  However it was determined that the garage was not a living quarters, and it was unoccupied.  A total of 21 Burbank Firefighters quickly brought the fire under control, with no reported injuries to civilians or emergency personnel.  Knockdown of the fire was reported at 9:23 a.m.

A Fire Investigator determined that the fire was caused by electrical problems.  Damage to the structure was estimated at $50,000, and $10,000 to the contents.  The house and nearby homes were not damaged by the fire.

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Joseph Pendleton scored three touchdowns for BHS (Photo by Craig Sherwood)

By Dick Dornan
MyBurbank Sports Editor

How dominant were the Burbank Bulldogs on Friday night at Canoga Park? Just plain DOMINANT!

Burbank thrashed Canoga Park, 65-7, scoring on nine of 10 offensive possessions with a lone punt to begin the second half the only time the Bulldogs didn’t manufacture points. It was a slight hiccup amidst an avalanche of offensive production and domination.

The 65 points were the second most in school history. A missed PAT in the third quarter prevented Burbank from tying the school-record of 66 points accomplished on October 2, 2005 vs. Golden Valley.

“We were steady. We focused on ourselves and playing our style of football. We wanted to make sure we could run the ball again,” Burbank coach Hector Valencia said.  “I was happy with our defense. They did an awesome job of stopping them throughout the game and giving us opportunities to play our game.”

Tony Toledo rushed for a game-high 109 yards (Photo by Craig Sherwood)

The Bulldogs rushed for eight touchdowns with four different ball carriers reaching pay dirt. Junior Tony Toledo led the way gaining a game-high 109 yards on five carries including touchdown runs of 25 and 35.

“We did good overall as a team,” Toledo said. “I wouldn’t be able to do any of that without my blockers. So I am very fortunate for that.”

Senior Joseph Pendleton plowed his way through the porous Hunter defense en route to 70 yards on eight carries and three touchdowns (24, six and eight yards).

James Williams

Junior thoroughbred James Williams was corralled for the majority of the game until he broke free on a 67-yard punt return for a touchdown that gave BHS a 58-7 lead. Williams garnered 43 yards on eight carries and two touchdowns (six and nine yards).

Senior Jonathan Afzali put the icing on the cake with an 18-yard touchdown gallop late in the fourth quarter to make it 65-7.

Ryan Meredith, Burbank’s junior quarterback, ran an efficient offense that scored at will throughout the game. Meredith completed 12 of 18 passes for 134 yards. Burroughs-transfer Oharjee Brown was Meredith’s favorite target as he caught four passes for 75 yards.

Burbank scored its first touchdown two plays into the game and never let up. Toledo found the end zone just two minutes into the contest and the rout was on. The Bulldogs led 14-0 after one quarter, 31-7 at the half and 51-7 after three quarters.

While the offense tore up the dusty remnants of Canoga Park’s field, the Bulldogs defense played a much more intense second half after going through the motions in the first half. Fortunately, the Hunters couldn’t find the end zone until mid-way through the second quarter when they cut the Bulldogs’ lead to 21-7.

Sebby Santoro played on both sides of the ball for the Bulldogs (Photo by Craig Sherwood)

A stern halftime talk by Burbank’s defensive coordinator fired up the troops to not play down to the competition but rather impose their will. The Bulldogs responded to the challenge with a vice-grip type of defense forcing Canoga Park into multiple turnovers and negative yardage.

“We got chewed out at halftime but we came out with a better second half. We played a lot stronger,” senior Sebby Santoro said.

Burbank (2-0) faces a much tougher opponent next Friday night at 7 p.m. when Inglewood comes to town. The Sentinels claimed a 21-14 overtime victory last season against the Bulldogs.

“We need to condition and keep to our assignments and we will be good,” Santoro said.

“We are still not perfect. We need to clean it up,” Valencia added. “Next week we have a very good opponent with Inglewood. They look much better than last year.”

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Sizzling, syncopated Latin beats and a dance floor of samba-stepping feet returned to Burbank Saturday evening September 7^th at the John Burroughs High School outdoor amphitheater for the 3rd annual John Burroughs Instrumental Music Association’s Salsa under the Stars live music and dance concert.

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

After a toe-tapping warm up set by the JBHS Jazz Combo, State Assemblymember Mike Gatto introduced the event by presenting certificate honors to members of the JBHS Instrumental Music Association for their contributions and dedication to musical excellence in the Burbank community, most notably the continued efforts of JBHS Music Director Tana Barnett.

Professional dance lessons were offered by former Burroughs alumna Linda Shoemake.   Then full sets of Latin flavored jazz standards were arranged and performed by the JBHS Jazz Ensemble.

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Over 300 Latin jazz and salsa fans and dance couples enjoyed the event, which was generously underwritten in part by the Arturo Sandoval Institute and former Burbank mayor Marsha Ramos, also a Burroughs High School alumna.  The money raised goes towards supporting the instrumental music program.

The weather was perfect.  The music was great.  It was a beautiful evening under the stars.

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Nathan Bradley playing the Fugal horn. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

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David Shannon read from No, David!, his Caldecott medal-winning story, to the younger set and their families on Thursday, September 12, at Burbank’s Central Library. The best-selling children’s picture book author was invited by Burbank Public Library staff for a special event to celebrate the years-long relationship he has maintained with the BPL.

With his book ‘No David’ Author David Shannon read at Burbank’s Main Children Library. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

BPL Programs and Publicity’s Joan Cappocchi explains the library’s connection with Mr. Shannon, “He has been very kind to the library, and generous with his time. Two years ago, during the city’s Centennial year, we invited him to be a special guest at our Burbank Authors Book Festival. He attended that event, spoke to an enthusiastic crowd and then signed his books. I mentioned to him at that time, that we were planning to offer a few choices for library cards in the future, and would he consider designing one for us. He was enthusiastic and willing.”

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Local studios Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network and Warner Bros. all contributed designs for a selection of limited-edition library cards. Ms. Cappocchi created more cards with the city’s original library building and designed a logo for the year. Mr. Shannon provided a colorful design featuring his popular character David for another card. In total, a choice of eight library cards with varying artwork are available from the BPL while supplies last.

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

“Of course, it was such a wonderful design, that I immediately thought of several places we could put it to good use,” Ms. Cappocchi continues, discussing Mr. Shannon’s artwork. “He gave us permission to use it however we wanted, for whatever purpose!”

Consequently, the Friends of the Burbank Public Library are now selling a child’s drawstring backpack for $3 and a coffee mug for $5, both of which feature Mr. Shannon’s character David. The proceeds from the sale of these items go to the Friends of the BPL, which in turn funds all of the library’s programming and many special purchases for the library. Additionally, Ms. Cappocchi turned Mr. Shannon’s artwork into a children’s bookmark, available at all three Burbank libraries.

Author David Shannon was presented a couple of gifts that are being used with his likeness of one of his books ‘No David’ (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

At the special reading on September 12, BPL staff presented Mr. Shannon with a shadow box framing his card and a thank-you assortment of promotional items, including those with his design, acknowledging his support over the years. He also picked up a new library card with Nickelodeon’s “Adventure Time” characters for his daughter.

“I like to think I have a general relationship with all libraries, since children’s books and libraries work hand in hand to get kids reading, but I have a more personal friendship with the Burbank library,” comments Mr. Shannon. “I live in Burbank and my daughter spent many hours there when she was younger, especially in the Reading Club program.”

His latest book, Bugs In My Hair! was published on August 27, is available in stores and will be arriving on BPL shelves soon. He anticipates reading from the book at the local libraries in the fall. Mr. Shannon describes Bugs In My Hair! as “a comical look at the problem of… HEAD LICE!!!”

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The Junior Green stiff-armed their way to a 17th consecutive win (Photo by Craig Sherwood)

By Rick Assad
Special to MyBurbank

(Game summaries & Photo Galleries below)

Week 3 – September 14^th

(1-2-0) Senior Black 0 vs. Valley 32
(0-2-0) Senior Green 26 vs. West Valley 34
(2-1-0) Junior Black 42 @ Santa Clarita Aztecs 24
(3-0-0) Junior Green 42 vs. West Valley 0
(2-1-0) Midget Black 26 @ Moorpark 12
(3-0-0) Midget Green 36 vs. West Valley 24
(1-2-0) Bantam Black 0 vs. West Valley 2
(2-1-0) Bantam White 26 @ Santa Clarita Apaches 22
(3-0-0) PeeWees 16 vs. Lancaster 14
(0-2-0) Gremlins – BYE

Bold = Home Game

Junior Green 42 West Valley 0

Fast and furious could have been the theme song as the Burbank Vikings Junior Green lambasted the West Valley Rebels, 42-0, on Saturday. It marked the 17th consecutive victory for the defending Super Bowl Champions.

The romp began when running back Loyal Terry (35 yards on two carries) scored on a 37-yard counter that made it 6-0, and was set up after running back Chandler Auguste’s 13-yard sweep. Auguste finished with 46 yards on three rushes.

It swelled to 12-0 when quarterback Bryce Young found running back Dante Coxsom with an 80-yard screen pass that featured Manny Pimentel’s block downfield.

Burbank’s 24-point second quarter explosion saw Coxsom (58 yards on four carries) score on a 44-yard blast for an 18-0 advantage, and 20-0 after Coxsom’s two-point run.

Auguste’s first touchdown as a Viking was a 32-yard trap as the lead became 26-0. Sebastian Leal’s 14-yard run helped the drive, and Leal’s two-pointer made it 28-0.

Crucial runs up the middle by Trystan Daggs and Maxwell Cotton set up Young’s five-yard quarterback sneak for a 34-0 edge. Daggs converted the two-point attempt to make it 36-0, and Daggs later added a 10-yard run that made it 42-0 in the fourth quarter.

The Vikings (3-0) were stingy on defense holding the Rebels to 32 total net yards, while Jake Moore batted a ball into the air which Young intercepted, and Cotton recovered a fumble.

Midget Green 36 West Valley 24

Sixty points filled the scoreboard when the Burbank Vikings Midget Green faced the West Valley Rebels, and the scoring commenced early for the Vikings who claimed a 36-24 decision.

On the opening play quarterback Tobi Baklayan hit wide receiver Cooper Meek over the middle with a 35-yard scoring toss, and early in the second quarter the Vikings forged a 12-0 lead when Baklayan drilled Meek with a 50-yard pass.

The Rebels had the ball deep inside their territory when Tadashi Butler was about to tackle the running back in the end zone for a safety.

But he attempted to throw the ball which Kenji Butler and Ali Maaz each grabbed for an interception and touchdown that made it 18-0.

The Vikings (3-0) pulled in front 24-6 at the start of the third quarter when Baklayan located wide receiver J.J. Clark for a 20-yard touchdown.

Baklayan led the Vikings on a nine-play, 82-yard march that was capped off when he drilled Clark with a 13-yard pass and a 30-12 lead.

Bryce Whitaker drove the Vikings on a 57-yard, five-play excursion and found Clark with a 13-yard toss that made it an 18-point spread.

Pee Wee Black 16 Lancaster 14

Two-point conversions can be exciting, and it enabled the Burbank Vikings Pee Wee Black to edge the Lancaster Jets, 16-14.

With the score knotted at 14-14 after Jonas Baklayan scored on a 25-yard burst down the sideline early in the fourth quarter, halfback A. J. Vargas’ two-point try behind the blocking of Lorenzo Resendez, Josh Idleburg and Anthony Torabyan provided the winning points.

The Jets led 6-0 after one quarter, but the Vikings (3-0) responded with running back Dahnte Russell’s 30-yard sweep and four seconds left before the half.

Diego Reynaldo’s runs up the middle aided the drive, and Baklayan’s two-point conversion made it 8-6.

Lancaster began the second half with a scoring drive and converted the two-pointer for a 14-8 lead, only to see the Vikings tally the next eight points, and Russell recovering the onside kick by Burbank which took time off the clock.

The Vikings’ defense surrendered nine yards over the final 10 minutes as nose tackle Anthony Diaz, defensive ends Vargas and Torabyan, linebackers Jake Rosen, Joe Kazarian and Baklayan all made important tackles, while cornerbacks Ricky Garcia and Jacob Ferrat, along with safety Russell prevented any short and long gainers.

Junior Black 42 Santa Clarita 24

Meanwhile the Burbank Vikings Junior Black rocked the Santa Clarita Aztecs, 42-24 at Castaic Middle School behind running back Malik Jackson’s 190 yards that included a 90-yard dash and two touchdowns.

Josh Johnson tallied 175 all-purpose yards and scored three touchdowns, while quarterback Chase Tachau passed for 50 yards and had a pair of touchdowns. One of Tachau’s scoring tosses went to wide receiver Tyrae Ross.

Matty Parras had numerous tackles and one sack to pace the Vikings (2-1) who will next play the Valley Bengals at Burbank High on Saturday with a 7:15 p.m. kickoff.

Bantam White 26 Santa Clarita 22

It took a strong effort from the offense and defense in order for the Burbank Vikings Bantam White to knock off the Santa Clarita Apaches, 26-22.

The Apaches scored on their initial possession, but the Vikings (2-1) received an 80-yard scoring jaunt from quarterback Jordan White.

After defensive hits from linebacker Rudy Perez and defensive backs Paden White and Mario Rodriguez, the Vikings were back in business which set in motion running back Nick Schlandler’s 45-yard sprint that gave Burbank a 12-6 cushion at the intermission.

The second half opened with White hitting tight end Maurice Johnson with a 20-yard pass, and he then raced 40 yards for the score while the two-pointer made it 20-6.

Santa Clarita was able to score a pair of touchdowns and a couple of two-pointers, but White raced into the end zone from 20 yards out for the game-winner.

On the drive White connected with tight end Sean Durmick with a 10-yard toss and a 30-yarder to wide receiver Lorenzo Leal.

The Vikings received big defensive tackles late in the game from Perez and defensive back Paden White which prevented the Apaches from moving the ball.

West Valley 34 Senior Green 26

NOTE: The game summaries were sent in by the head coaches of their respective Vikings teams. If your team’s recap is not posted, please consult with the head coach. ALL Vikings coaches were asked to submit recaps after each week’s games.

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Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) announced that the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) had awarded the City of Burbank Police Department $375,000 to create three new officer positions. This is part of a statewide effort totaling nearly $20 million to 39 departments throughout the state of California, aimed at creating 105 law enforcement positions. The COPS Hiring Program offers grants to state, local and tribal law enforcement agencies to hire or rehire community policing officers. The program provides salaries and benefits for officer and deputy hires for three years. Grantees for the 2013 hiring program were selected based on their fiscal needs, local crime rates, and community policing plans.

“Since it was first created back in 1994, the COPS hiring programs have helped to put more than 125,000 police officers on the streets and in the neighborhoods – it’s no coincidence that we’ve seen a nationwide decrease in violent crime over the past decade,” said Rep. Schiff. “This grant for the Burbank Police Department will help hire three new police officers, which in a time of belt-tightening and budget cutting will be a great help to the city. I will continue to support this program and look to protect it from the dangers posed by budget infighting in Washington, DC.”

“The Burbank Police Department is very appreciative of Rep. Adam Schiff’s considerable efforts to obtain funding for three police officer positions,” said Burbank Police Department Chief Scott LaChasse. “The grant monies will be specifically dedicated to reestablishing school resource officer positions. The Burbank Police Department has benefitted significantly from Rep. Schiff’s objective to sponsor legislation that contributes to community safety by preventing, deterring and detecting crime.”

The COPS Office is a federal agency responsible for advancing community policing nationwide. Since 1995, COPS has awarded over $14 billion to advance community policing, including grants awarded to more than 13,000 state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies to fund the hiring and redeployment of approximately 125,000 officers and provide a variety of knowledge resource products including publications, training, and technical assistance.

“The grants we announce today are part of the Justice Department’s ongoing commitment to help dedicated local law enforcement professionals build safer, stronger communities,” said Tony West, Associate Attorney General of the United States. “These awards will help our partners in jurisdictions across the state of California hire more officers and better work with the communities they serve to address public safety issues.”

Schiff has strongly supported COPS Program in the past. In 2011, he offered an amendment to restore $600 million in funding, and in 2009 he authored an amendment which would increase the number of forensic analysts and laboratory personnel working to catch rapists, murderers and other violent felons through the COPS program.

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At approximately 8:33 a.m. this morning, September 17, a pedestrian in the crosswalk headed north on Hollywood Way at Magnolia Blvd. was struck by a late-model blue VW Jetta in front of Porto’s Bakery. The driver of the Jetta was headed south on Hollywood Way and made a left onto Magnolia heading eastbound and struck the pedestrian, who was about one-third of the way across the street, with the rear of his vehicle. The pedestrian’s foot became lodged in the Jetta’s right rear quarter panel and then came loose and the force of the impact threw the pedestrian to the ground.

The driver of the Jetta did not slow down; rather, he sped up and continued east on Magnolia. The driver is described as adult male, white, possibly in his 30s, with sunglasses and possibly black hair. The pedestrian sustained some scrapes and abrasions but did not require emergency treatment. A police report has been filed with the Burbank Police Department.

At that time in the morning (8:30 a.m.) and in the mid-afternoon, many children use that crosswalk and others close by to get to their elementary school, located just one block away from the hit and run site. Any witnesses to this hit and run are asked to contact the BPD at http://www.burbankpd.org/contact/ or via 818-238-3000.

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Photo By Warner Bros.

Viewers will experience a most wild and emotional ride with “Prisoners,” a Warner Bros. Pictures film, directed by Denis Villeneuve, (“Incendies”).

“Prisoners” follows the story of the Dover family, Keller (Hugh Jackman) and Grace (Maria Bello), and the Birch family, Nancy (Viola Davis) and Franklin (Terrence Howard) as they journey through a parents’ worst nightmare: the kidnapping of their children.

Set in a small, blue-collar town in rural Pennsylvania, the film opens with a light and happy scene as the two families celebrate Thanksgiving dinner, with the meat from a deer that Keller Dover and his son hunted together. These families represent the average American family, getting by with what they can. They don’t live in luxury, but they are happy and loving, and they have faith in God and one another.

During the dinner, there is chatting, laughing and joking, but it’s clear something incredibly ominous is about to happen. The families’ two daughters, Joy and Anna, go missing.

Leading the investigation into the children’s disappearance is Detective Loki, (Jake Gyllenhaal) who seems to be a pained, angry and slightly troubled man who is absolutely determined and hell-bent on finding these girls. Loki has never lost a case in his career, but one gets the feeling he is still incredibly dissatisfied with his life nonetheless, drowning in his seemingly troublesome, but unknown, past. Gyllenhaal, while at first seemed like a questionable casting choice, really captures the depth of the character, complete with nervous twitches and angry outbursts. He is an authentic representation of the complex character of Detective Loki.

Villeneuve’s “Prisoners” does a wonderful job portraying the different emotions that parents feel during such a tragedy. Keller Dover is a rugged “survivalist”, a father who always teaches his children to be ready. His protector mentality is heightened when he takes matters into his own hands after he feels Detective Loki isn’t doing enough to find his daughter. Keller is a grief-stricken father who, instead of weeping into a comatose state, like his wife Grace, is pushed to edge and determined to be the hero in his daughter’s nightmare.

Keller’s confrontations with Alex Jones, (Paul Dano) a mentally challenged man who becomes a suspect in the case, are horrifyingly painful to watch. Jones lives with his aunt, Holly (Melissa Leo) and mostly keeps to himself. He has the IQ of a 10-year-old and has conflicting characteristics. He radiates an air of evil one minute and boyish innocence the next. You want to be angry with him, but tend to feel sorry for him.

When Jones is released from jail after detectives find no evidence to hold him, Keller, positive that Jones knows where the children are, decides to investigate Jones himself. It is clear from these scenes that Keller is unraveling. He is losing sight of the facts and will do anything to try and save his child. These scenes may be some of the best in Jackman’s career. It’s hard not to weep with him, but at the same time, you want to beg him to stop and think for a moment.

On the contrary, Nancy and Franklin Birch are holding themselves together as best they can. They are tired, broken and hurt, but they trust the police department and feel that they can’t control the investigation. They survive by holding candlelight vigils and finding strength through one another.

It seems the Birch family represents the outward display of emotion we see from parents of missing children during press conferences. Their vigils and prayers illustrate their hope and faith; they are determined to stay strong through the pain.

However, the Dovers represent the internal struggle and extreme agony that every parent must feel in this situation. It’s the agony that we don’t see during such public investigations. It’s the pain and struggle that happens in private, away from the vigils and public media events. Keller is on the verge of a complete breakdown, and the sedated Grace never leaves her bedroom.

Villeneuve does a beautiful job peeling back the layers of human pain. His direction is impeccable and his characters are mysteriously complex.

Catholic symbolism is scattered throughout the film, with themes like penance and prayer, forgiveness and sin. Some characters are angry with God and sin against him purposefully, while others fall to their knees, begging for mercy and grace.

“Prisoners” will leave you with your heart racing and palms sweating. Every scene is momentous and every encounter is emotional. The film is supremely intense and hard to watch, but is incredibly powerful and thought provoking.

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By Dick Dornan
MyBurbank Sports Editor

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL:

Burbank wins championship of the Burbank Tournament-

Pool play:  Burbank split with Mark Keppel 12-25, 25-23; defeated Panorama 25-10, 25-6 and defeated St. Monica 25-21, 25-14.

Quarterfinals: Burbank 25 Immaculate Heart 23

Semifinals: Burbank 25 Campbell Hall 19

Finals: Burbank 25 Culver City 14

The Bulldogs went 8-1 overall in sets, losing only to Mark Keppel in pool play.

“We really played well,” Burbank coach Sarah Brown said. “This is a great way to start the season.”

TOTAL STATS-

Sara Treadway- 70 assists
Denise Daniel- 12 kills, 6 aces
Ashlyn Edwards- 18 kills, 9 aces
Rose Cowart- 23 kills, 25 digs, 8 aces
Allison Tiegs- 20 kills
Hayley Bradford- 9 aces
Lily Winn- 35 digs

Non-League contest:

Burbank 3 Canyon 0 (25-14, 25-16, 25-17)

Sara Treadway- 24 assists
Hayley Bradford- 4 aces
Allison Tiegs- 12 kills
Rose Cowart- 5 kills
Ashlyn Edwards- 6 kills, 11 digs

GIRLS TENNIS:

Burbank 10 Arcadia 8 (Bulldogs knock off the No. 2 ranked team in CIF Div. 2)

GIRLS GOLF:

Burroughs vs. San Marino @ DeBell GC

Low Medalist_Cameron McCrary         __Score_41_

BOYS WATER POLO:

Burbank 14 Flintridge Prep 7

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At the awards ceremony of the Burbank International Film Festival (BIFF), several Burbank High School (BHS) students received the Los Angeles County Student Filmmakers Award for their short film “Being.” (6:43.) It had premiered at Burbank’s AMC 6 Theater at BIFF two weeks ago, and can now be viewed at vimeo.com/66219734.

The Production Team of ‘Being’ Burbank High Students with their 1st place award during the BIFF Awards Ceremonies. (Photo by Ross A. Benson).

“Being” is a charming story that I could picture as an engaging sequence in a larger film about teen angst, the kind of movie you might enjoy on a Sunday afternoon at Laemmle in Pasadena. Teenage Fiona (ALI PATERSON) is becoming aware of herself as a separate person, a realization forced upon her even in her dreams. Her dream friend Alex (ALEX de BLANC) has left the park, but leaving behind his guitar. She takes solitary walks through a real-world park, ponders by a pond.

“I think I like music and the color blue, and I hate the way the happy birthday song is never in tune,” Fiona muses to herself in very effective voice over.

Out of such seemingly small details about one’s preferences emerges a maturing personality ready to engage companions that can resonate with her in the real world.  “Being” is a surprisingly sophisticated film, very simply told.

‘Being’ Director Jessie Butera gives acceptance speech during awards presentation at BIFF Awards. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

“The idea for the film kind of just happened,” said BHS senior (now) JESSIE BUTERA, who directed the film. She was at a coffee shop with a friend, one moment doing homework and the next, “writing down the monologue.” And then she wrote the lyrics to the film’s songs, “Being” and “Finding Me.” ALI PATERSON (Fiona) also wrote the music. SAHARA FISHER and Ali Paterson sang the songs. The song and score were pitch perfect for the film’s tone.

“Being” took six days to film over a two-week period with Directors of Photography were SKYLAR FISHER (no relation), LOUIS GOMEZ and ROSE ISOUNTS. MAX LAINE was the film editor. Louis was also the producer.

Local Developer Michael Cusumano and BIFF supporting sponsor enjoys the awards being presented. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

“It was really fun, the film was such a surprise for us,” remarked Jessie. “Being” was also the last film she did with her friends, Skylar and Rose, who had graduated last June.

“Being” came about through Burbank’s Regional Occupation program (ROP), which is sponsored by the California Department of Education through the Los Angeles County Office of Education. Since 1986, Burbank ROP has been part of a statewide program designed to bring education and business together. The filmmaking team for “Being” met after school Tuesdays and Thursdays under the direction of MARK MELOCARRO, a ROP Professional Film teacher.

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Since August 29, Burbank Police have made 24 DUI arrests, over the course of three three-day weekends, including seven arrests this past weekend, from Friday evening September 13 to Monday morning September 16. This increased focus is apparent in the numbers of DUI arrests and accidents between 2012 and 2013.

Burbank Police Officers administer a Field Portable Breath Test, prior to transporting the suspected DUI driver to St. Joseph for a blood test. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

In 2012, total DUI arrests in Burbank numbered 390 for the year: 286 were observed (patrol officers pulled over suspected DUI drivers) and 104 were the result of accidents. From January 1 to September 18, 2013, there have been 334 total arrests: 282 were observed and 52 were accidents. The number of drivers arrested for DUI before getting into an accident in 2013 is almost equal to the yearly total for all DUI arrests in 2012. The tally of DUI-related accidents in 2013 is way down, at half of the yearly total for 2012.

“The Burbank Police Department is totally committed to traffic safety and is particularly sensitive to those violations that cause death, injuries and serious property damage. Toward that end, it is the objective of the Department to combat driving under the influence (DUI) violations by employing education and enforcement strategies,” comments Burbank Police Chief Scott LaChasse. “By being responsible and using good judgment, DUI offenses are avoidable.”

“When educational efforts fail to prevent DUI occurrences, the law enforcement community utilizes various enforcement measures, including checkpoints and saturation patrols,” continues Chief LaChasse. “The evidence is conclusive: effective DUI enforcement prevents DUI-related collisions that cause death, injuries and property damage.”

Damage to the front of the striking truck. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Early this morning, Wednesday, September 18, at 1:00 a.m., a DUI-related crash between a truck and a police car occurred on Magnolia Blvd. near Lincoln Street. A patrol officer had stopped in the number one lane of westbound Magnolia Blvd. to check on another officer’s traffic stop. The officer in the number one lane noticed lights bearing down from behind at a high rate of speed, so he sped up in an attempt to avoid collision. The oncoming vehicle stopped, then rolled forward hitting the patrol car and continued pushing the patrol car westward down Magnolia Blvd.

Burbank Police Sgt. Claudio Losacco looks at some of the damage after a patrol officer was struck by a DUI driver. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

The officer turned his car away from the truck, and the suspect vehicle, a 2008 Chevy Silverado, continued westbound on Magnolia and then south on Buena Vista St. at about 15 miles per hour. The truck pulled over on the 600 block of Buena Vista St., near Clark Ave., after running up onto the curb and back down onto street. The driver, Michael Christopher Joanou, 51, of Burbank, admitted to using prescribed narcotics. Mr. Joanou failed a field sobriety test, his vehicle was impounded and he was arrested for a misdemeanor DUI for drugs, a hit and run misdemeanor and driving on a suspended license. Currently on probation for a past DUI, Mr. Joanou’s bail was set at $25,000.

Police and paramedics were also called to a DUI-related accident scene at Victory Pl. and Lake St. around 4:00 a.m. Sunday morning, September 15. The female driver of a 1998 Honda Accord hit the light pole at Lake St. and was trapped in her car. Firefighters were called to the scene and used the Jaws of Life to free her from the vehicle. The young woman, who had recently turned 27, exhibited signs of intoxication according to officers at the scene.

Due to the nature of her injuries, a possible two broken legs and internal bleeding, she was not arrested, but sent to County-USC hospital. Based on the outcome of the police investigation, if she is found to have been driving under the influence, she will be cited for a misdemeanor DUI, because she was the only person injured. If she had injured someone else, the charge would become a felony DUI.

The increase in DUI arrests and the decrease in the number of accidents for 2013 demonstrates that the Burbank Police’s commitment to stopping intoxicated drivers is working. Fewer accidents mean less injury, death and property loss and safer streets for all of Burbank’s residents.

Chief LaChasse adds, “The credit for the increased number of DUI arrests, and accompanying reduction in DUI-related collisions, is attributed to the dedication and perseverance of patrol and traffic officers as well as the proactivity and guidance of their supervisors.”

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Wednesday morning around 1:10 am a Burbank Police Officer who was on routine patrol in the vicinity Buena Vista and Magnolia Blvd. was struck by a large pickup truck.

Damage to the front of the striking truck. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

The driver then failed to stop when the officer activated his lights and siren and he proceeded Southbound Buena Vista until he pulled up over the curb just north of Clark Street . The driver, who failed a field sobriety test, was taken to Providence St. Joseph Medial Center for an additional test prior to being arrested.

The driver had been cited recently by another Burbank Police Officer for DUI.

The damage was minor to both vehicles, and neither sustained injuries that required medical attention at the time.

Burbank Police Officers administer a Field Portable Breath Test, prior to transporting the suspected DUI driver to St. Joseph for a blood test. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Detained for DUI and placed in handcuffs, this suspected DUI driver struck the rear of a Burbank Patrol Car and then failed to stop when requested.( Photo by Ross A. Benson)

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A mountain lion was spotted in the 3300 block of Wedgewood Lane, north of Brace Canyon Park and west of Stough Canyon Nature Center, about 8:50 p.m. on September 18. Residents called Burbank police after the mountain lion dragged a dead deer up a driveway and into a residential backyard, according to BPD Sergeant Darin Ryburn. By the time police arrived, the mountain lion was observed running up the hill, into the Burbank Verdugos. The mountain lion was unable to eat his dinner and the deer carcass was turned over to the Burbank Animal Shelter.

Mountain lions are carnivorous wild animals and eat deer and other wild creatures. They will attack and eat domesticated pets like dogs and cats. Burbank Police have released some safety tips about living and playing in areas close to mountain lion habitat, such as Burbank’s Verdugo Mountains.

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Note: All suspects are presumed innocent until found guilty in a court of law.

Updated:  9/19/13

Out Of Control Car Strikes Pedestrian

A driver who was reportedly driving at a high rate of speed, lost control of his car, striking two parked cars, before hitting a pedestrian just after 7:30 a.m. Thursday morning.

The driver, Sameer Rasheed, 22, of Burbank, was driving eastbound on Alameda Ave. from Main St., when he apparently lost control of his 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse and struck two parked cars.  That impact sent the car out of control, spinning it around onto Chavez St.  A 62 year-old woman crossing Chavez St. was struck by the right rear portion of the car. The impact threw her onto the sidewalk.

The unidentified woman was transported to Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center with a possible broken leg.  The driver was not injured.  According to police, there was no indication that drugs or alcohol were a factor in the accident.

Alert Neighbor Calls Police For Possible Burglary In Progress

When an alert neighbor who noticed someone in an apartment, called the resident and then police, preventing a possible burglary.

The incident occurred around noon on Sunday, at 4100 Toluca Lake Ave.   According to police, the resident of the apartment was away when Shannon Olson, 45, of Burbank, entered the apartment.  When officers arrived the conducted an investigation and determined that nothing had been taken from the apartment.   The resident of the apartment returned to the scene and placed Olson under citizen arrest.  She was booked into the Burbank Jail for trespassing.

The day before, Olson had been stopped by Burbank Police in the vicinity of the apartment, and placed under arrest for being under the influence of drugs.

Woman ‘Falls’ for Police Officers

A Burbank woman whom police believe was under the influence of alcohol, was nearly run over by a passing police car when she fell into the street Saturday night, September 14.

Burbank Police Offices were on patrol in the area of San Fernando Blvd. and Valencia Ave., when they observed the woman stumble and fall into the street directly in front of their police car.  They were able to stop and avoid hitting the woman, Marissa Andrews, 34.   She was apparently uninjured by the fall.

Because Anderews was displahying symptoms of alcohol intoxication and was unable to care for herself, she was placed under arrest for public intoxication and taken to the Burbank Jail.

Residential Burglary

A family locked the doo of their residence in the 1900 block N. Parish Pl., when they left Saturday evening, only to return home  around 2:30 a.m. Sunday to find their home ransacked.

Police believe the burglar or burglars entered through an unlocked window.  They made off with two computers, car keys, a small amount of cash, and some jewelry.

Skateboarder Attacked By Teen Assailant

A Burbank man ended up in the Emergency Room  after he was robbed and attacked by while riding his skateboard near George Izay Park on Friday evening

The 18 year-old victim told police that he was riding his skateboard near the park, located at 1111 W. Olive Ave., when he fell.  He was then confronted by a 16 year-old boy with whom he has had problems in the past. The boy took the young man’s skateboard and told him he would have to fight him in order to get it back.   The victim refused to fight and began walking away from his assailant.  Suddenly, he was struck  with a closed fist to the right side of his face.  The impact knocked him to the ground, where his attacker continued punching him in the face.  Stunned by the first punch, the victim was unable to defend himself.

After the attack, the suspect and his friends left the area of the park, taking the victim’s skateboard with them.  They left the victim lying on the ground.  The man eventually got to Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center, where he was treated for several facial fractures and lacerations.    He was able to give police the name of his attacker.

Officers conducted a follow up investigation and returned to the area of Izay Park where they observed a large amount of blood where the attack occurred.  Based on the evidence and injuries to the victim, they determined that a felony battery occurred.  They then went to the home of the juvenile suspect and arrested him.  He was booked into the Los Angeles County Juvenile Hall.  The identity of both the victim and suspect were not released by police.

At Least He Was In A Drug Store Parking Lot

Officers on routine patrol Friday evening noticed a man slumped over the steering wheel of a silver colored Nissan Xterra in the parking lot of the CVS Drug Store on Hollywood Way at Verdugo Ave.

When they contacted the man, Richard Heebner, 61, of Burbank, they located several different pills in his pocket.  Heebner did not have a prescription of the pills, so he was placed under arrest for possession of controlled narcotics, and drug possession.  He was booked into the Burbank Jail, with bail set at $10,000.

Disturbance In Police Station Lobby Leads To Prostitution Arrests

The lobby of the police station is probably not the best place to cause a disturbance — especially if you are a pimp and you are arguing with one of your prostitutes.

Officers responded to the lobby of the Burbank Police Station shortly after noon on September 5.  They contacted a Neal Latrelle, 23, of Sacramento and Sabrina Penise Pena, 18, of San Jose.  They determined that Pena was engaging in acts of prostitution along with two other women, and that Labrelle was their pimp. Latrelle is also on parole and not supposed to be out of Sacramento County.

From the information they received from Pena and Latrelle, officers went to the Extended Stay America hotel located at 2200 W. Empire Ave., and arrested Adrianna Castro, 20, and Vona George 18, both of Sacramento.  All four suspects were arrested and booked into the Burbank Jail.  The women were cited out for misdemeanor prostitution. Latrelle was arrested for pimping, possession of ecstasy, a controlled substance, and violating his parole.  His bail was set at $25,000, but he is still being held in jail due to the parole violation.

Burglars Working Over Labor Day Holiday

Burglars made off with desktop computers, printers, and toner cartridges from a warehouse in the 2800 block of N. Ontario St.  The loss occurred sometime over the Labor Day weekend.  Workers at the business left work on Sunday at 1 p.m., and returned at 7:55 a.m. Tuesday morning.  They noticed that interior doors were unlocked and ajar, and several boxes were missing from the warehouse floor.  The value of the stolen merchandise was estimated at $13,000.

At this time there are no suspects, but detectives are waiting to look at surveillance video from the business.

Apparently the burglars didn’t get the memo that you aren’t supposed to work on Labor Day.

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A one block section of N. Third Street between E. Orange Grove Avenue and E. Olive Avenue in Downtown Burbank will be closed to vehicle traffic for three days this weekend.

The street will close at 8:00 AM Friday, September 20, 2013, to allow work crews to replace concrete panels. The street will remain closed until 10:00 AM on Monday, September 22, 2013, while the fresh concrete cures over the weekend.

The sidewalks along the one block section of N. Third Street will remain open. The closure will not affect the weekly Burbank Farmers Market in the City Hall parking lot which will maintain its regular hours of operation from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM on Saturday, September 21, 2013.

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