Business

Local business openings, closings, owner spotlights and economic news for the Foothills: Glendora, San Dimas, La Verne and Claremont.

☕ How an actor turned a Route 66 spot into Glendora's coffee haven

Also inside: Regency Director’s Cut in Claremont, Grocery Outlet in La Verne, and California's new paid holiday.

Oct 8, 2026

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4 min read

✨ From 1980s flyer scraps to college art exhibit

Plus: San Dimas Ace Hardware stays open, craft beer at La Verne Brewing, and the 10th Annual Beer & Wine Walk.

Oct 1, 2026

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3 min read

🍩 This Glendora landmark never franchised, on purpose

Also meet Zaira Amara, who earned associate degrees at Citrus College before senior year even started.

Sep 23, 2026

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3 min read

🐻 Surprise visitor spotted outside a Glendora salon

Plus: crispy crusts in San Dimas, autumn styles in Claremont, and cider nights

Sep 17, 2026

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3 min read

🪜 "Operation Care Bear": A ladder, three bears, and a La Verne rescue

Also inside: A $400k bet on local therapists, grandmother’s recipes at Origen, and a seasonal thrift store boutique opening.

Sep 3, 2026

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4 min read

🌿 Traditional plant knowledge is coming to the Botanic Garden

Silver Fox performers, fresh Mediterranean favorites, gentle grooming, and weekend events to explore.

Aug 27, 2026

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3 min read

📍 16 local stops, one summer adventure

Cozy Japanese comfort food, curated fashion finds, and an outdoor rock tribute concert

Jul 23, 2026

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3 min read

🔥 La Verne's wildfire efforts get statewide recognition

Also inside: wood-fired pizza worth sharing, boutique finds for little ones, and concerts, movies, and classic cars this weekend.

Jul 16, 2026

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3 min read

💧 Your Water Bill Is Changing This Month

Also inside: comforting Italian favorites, handmade gifts with local charm, and this weekend's can't-miss events.

Jul 9, 2026

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3 min read

🥖 The deli-vietnamese mashup locals keep going back for

Subtitle: Plus: community concerts stay, record shoe donation helps kids, foam-filled family splash night fun ahead

Jun 25, 2026

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3 min read

🏄‍♂️ Summer officially kicks off at California’s biggest water park

Also inside: Viva Madrid’s lively tapas nights, Flowers By Blooming View’s handcrafted blooms, and the Claremont Heritage Gala + weekend live music

May 28, 2026

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3 min read

✨ Bonita’s newest author is only 16

Also inside: chargrilled kebabs at Damasquino, hidden treasures at A Shop Called Quest, and live music, Lotería, and family events across the valley.

May 14, 2026

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3 min read

🌲Neighbors wanted it gone. The city said no.

Plus: Argo Mediterranean Grill’s Mother’s Day-ready plates, Periwinkle’s gift wrapping finds, and Chalk Festival weekend creativity

May 7, 2026

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3 min read

🐾 Bring the dog to Bonelli, and maybe a bento on the way home

Plus, Claremont renews rental aid and mental health support, Teriyaki House in San Dimas, and a skincare studio in La Verne that regulars swear by.

Apr 23, 2026

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3 min read

A French-Latin kitchen just landed in Glendora Village

Plus, CGU's big poetry prize winners, a La Verne string quartet playing 90s hip-hop, and all your weekend plans sorted.

Apr 16, 2026

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5 min read

🌸 Easter plans? We mapped out the best ones near you

Plus, Claremont's spring egg hunt, a bookstore built on belonging, and live music!

Apr 2, 2026

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12 min read

🍊 Classic cars, orange groves, and spring plans?

Big investments are reshaping our streets, small businesses are lighting up the evenings, and the weekend brings everything from Holi colors to orchestra notes

Mar 5, 2026

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13 min read