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    Alhambra Passes Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance

    At the October 27 Alhambra City Council Meeting, a motion was made and passed to adopt an ordinance restricting smoking in multi-unit housing, affecting buildings with 3+ conjoined units. Advocated for by the Alhambra Community Health Alliance, a community coalition led by staff from the Institute for Public Strategies (IPS), this ordinance has been the culmination of years of work from the Alhambra community.

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      Little Dimples Brings Indoor Play to Alhambra 

      Finding a safe and child friendly play space is difficult for parents in a large metropolitan area. Parks are often not within walking distance, and poor weather conditions can put a damper on outdoor activities. To counter this issue, on December 14, 2025, Sarah Del Rosario opened Little Dimples in Alhambra, giving parents a fun environment for the whole family to enjoy, come rain or shine.

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        Restaurant of the Week (1/5-1/11) Boat House

        Boat House Alhambra was originally founded in 2008 and later acquired by its current owner, Jacky, in 2020, who has continued the restaurant’s legacy of serving the seafood boils that longtime patrons know and love. Since the transition, the team has remained committed to preserving the flavors and quality that made Boat House a local favorite, ensuring that guests can still enjoy the same delicious menu that has been served for more than a decade and a half.

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          Past and Present Alhambra Rose Princesses Meet at Alhambra Historical Society’s Story House

          On Friday, December 19th, current Rose Princess Keiko Rakin visited the Alhambra Historical Society’s Story House to meet Barbara Beckley, a former Rose Princess and Alhambra High School alumna. Despite the 59-year gap between their election to the court, Rakin and Beckley bonded quickly by sharing their incredible experiences of representing their hometown.

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            Restaurant of the Week (12/29-1/4) Xiang La Hui

            Xiang La Hui Alhambra is best known for its bold, authentic flavors and dedication to high-quality ingredients. The restaurant emphasizes traditional raw materials and classic cooking techniques, resulting in dishes that are rich, balanced, and deeply rooted in Chinese culinary traditions. Every item on the menu reflects a commitment to freshness and consistency, allowing the natural flavors of the ingredients to stand out.

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