Great-grandfather, educator, community organizer, advocate John Joseph Avila, long devoted resident of Pomona, was born March 24,1929 in Denver, to Carlotta “Lottie” and Roman Avila, Sr. The middle child of eight tight knit siblings, he shared fond childhood memories...
Great-grandmother, missionary, librarian Elsie Freudenberger, a resident of Pilgrim Place, died suddenly but peacefully on April 27 at the age of 91. Elise was born June 14, 1932, in Santa Ana, California to Arthur and Elsie Kittelsen. She attended public schools in...
by Andrew Alonzo | aalonzo@claremont-courier.com Claremont plays host to a number of opportunities for older adults, often facilitated by Claremont Senior Program, AgingNext or Service Center for Independent Life. Claremont Senior Program When the Joslyn Center, at...
by Mick Rhodes | editor@claremont-courier.com I was sold on Claremont as a place where things were happening when I was 16 and discovered Rhino Records (which has since decamped to Montclair). It wasn’t a difficult sale. The city’s art-centric vibe was palpable,...
The true meaning of Memorial Day Dear editor: As Memorial Day approaches, it is important for all Americans to take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of this day. Memorial Day is not just a long weekend or the unofficial start of summer; it is a day dedicated to...
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