Week in Review: Lenny Dykstra Pleads No Contest, Mickey Goldsen Dies, and More

NEWS

Firefighters put out the blaze in just 17 minutes, according to the LAFD.

He also pleaded no contest to filing a false financial statement, according to the City News Service.

Goldsen died at his home in Encino, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

Several hundred people rallied in Los Angeles to support public education and protest cuts.

Musso was arrested in Burbank, near the intersection of Buena Vista Street and Chandler Boulevard.

The measure would require the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to issue regulations within one year.

BUSINESS

The spa offers a full-service grooming and a do-it-yourself station for both dogs and cats alike.

The bar specializes in tapas-style dishes and stocks wines from around the world.

Thursday's 10:20 a.m. earthquake drill involved 8.7 million participants in the United States and Canada.

CRIME

A roundup of reported crimes in Encino for Oct. 12-18.

The report detailed police and fire events in the San Fernando Valley and other parts of L.A. on Monday Night, October 17, 2011.

SPORTS

The team's defensive lineman finally announced his pick, according to Scout.com.

With four turnovers, the Celts didn't help themselves.

COLUMNS

Hal Lifson remembered visionary entrepreneur Carol Glushon, who opened the famed Encino gift boutique in 1968.

Working at home is a dream, according to Susan Spillman; at least during the 30 minutes per day that her dog is taking a nap.

HALLOWEEN!

Patch’s Little Pumpkin Costume Challenge with Heidi Klum needs your entries now.

Encino-Tarzana Library's David Hagopian offered up his top picks for a spooky Halloween read.

Kids and adults alike had fun at the school's spooky carnival.