The crime reports for December are below. For the first time in a very long while, I simply don’t have any significant news to share. Once again, we had a very good month, with only 19 total incidents in the residential part of the neighborhood. Most significantly, there was only 1 burglary in the entire LGNA area in December and that one was of a garage, not the house itself. We did have 7 car-break-ins in the neighborhood, which is about typical. I’m hoping we can do better on this in the coming year. Continue reading “December 2011 Crime Report”
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November 2011 Crime Report
The crime reports for November are below. The overall number of incidents was again lower than usual, but the incidents we focus on the most (Burglaries and Car Break-ins) were about average. Of serious concern is the number of firearms stolen this month. I’ve raised this before in previous emails, but there were 4 incidents this month of guns being stolen. In one case, they were left unattended on the sidewalk after returning from a hunting trip. I understand many people keep them for personal protection, but if you’re not at home, please make sure they are well secured, preferably in a safe. Continue reading “November 2011 Crime Report”
Lowest Greenville is Back!
Crime is down and families are returning. Businesses along the part of Greenville Avenue known as “Lowest Greenville” are celebrating a Renaissance!
On Saturday, December 10, Lowest Greenville Avenue businesses between Richmond and Lewis will celebrate the completion of construction on streetscape improvements.
Many restaurants will be offering food and drink specials, and several businesses will have live music and host special events such as face painters for the kids and a wing-eating contest for the grown-ups. Events will take place between 11am and midnight, and most specials will be offered throughout the day and evening. See the Advocate article for a list of entertainment. Continue reading “Lowest Greenville is Back!”
Annual Cookie Drive Expands This Year
Saturday, December 17, brings an opportunity to boost your holiday spirit. Once again LGNA will be collecting Christmas goodies for the firefighters at Station 17. It’s our way of saying “Thanks for watching out for us.” Bring your cookies, brownies, or any other holiday treats – either homemade or purchased – to 5843 Vanderbilt between 10am and 2pm. We’ll assemble a basket for each of the three shifts and deliver the baskets that weekend. Continue reading “Annual Cookie Drive Expands This Year”
