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👋 Welcome to Northridge Now - Issue #0050
Good Evening, Northridge! 🌙
Before we jump into today's stories, a quick personal note.
This issue marks Issue #50 of Northridge Now.
Fifty issues may not sound like much in the grand scheme of things, but every issue represents time spent digging through local news, finding events, writing articles, and trying to create something useful for our community. Like most things worth building, it started small—with no guarantees that anyone would actually read it.
Today, seeing Northridge Now reach 50 issues is both exciting and humbling. More importantly, it's a reminder that consistency compounds. Fifty becomes 100. One hundred becomes 500. And hopefully one day we'll be looking back at Issue #5,000 and remembering when Issue #50 felt like a big milestone.
Most of all, thank you for reading, sharing, and supporting this newsletter. You are the reason it continues to grow.
🔹 In Today's Issue:
🎬 Veteran actor James Handy is killed in a shocking Tarzana stabbing case as prosecutors file a murder charge.
🚨 A Woodland Hills man is sentenced to federal prison for selling fentanyl-laced pills through social media.
📡 Thousands of Valley residents lose internet and phone service after a reported criminal attack on Spectrum infrastructure.
🎓 Graduation season arrives across the San Fernando Valley with ceremonies planned throughout the coming weeks.
🥬 Farmers markets, Grubfest, networking opportunities, and local events happening around the Valley this week.
Let’s get into it 👇
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📰 Valley News
🎬 Veteran Actor James Handy Killed in Tarzana Stabbing; Suspect Charged with Murder
Veteran actor James Handy, known for roles in Top Gun: Maverick, Jumanji, and dozens of television series, has died after a fatal stabbing at a Tarzana home. Authorities have charged 44-year-old Michael Gledhill, the son of Handy's girlfriend, with murder.
🔹 Key Details:
LAPD officers responded to a home on Erwin Street in Tarzana after a disturbing 911 call.
James Handy, 81, was found unconscious in the front yard suffering from a stab wound to the chest and later died at a hospital.
Michael Gledhill, who lived at the residence with his mother, was arrested and later charged with one count of murder.
Prosecutors say Gledhill now faces up to 26 years to life in prison if convicted.
Handy's acting career spanned nearly five decades, with appearances in films including Jumanji, Arachnophobia, Logan, and Top Gun: Maverick.
⚖️ Why It Matters:
The shocking killing has drawn national attention due to Handy's long Hollywood career and the unusual circumstances surrounding the case. While the criminal proceedings are just beginning, the tragedy has left both the entertainment community and local Tarzana residents searching for answers.
👉 Full Story: ABC7 Los Angeles
🚨 Woodland Hills Man Sentenced for Selling Fentanyl on Social Media
A Woodland Hills man has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison after admitting to selling counterfeit pills containing fentanyl through social media platforms. Prosecutors said the defendant used online messaging apps to distribute the dangerous narcotics throughout the Los Angeles area.
🔹 Key Details:
The 22-year-old defendant received a seven-year federal prison sentence.
Authorities said he marketed and sold fentanyl-laced pills through social media.
Investigators linked the operation to multiple drug transactions across Southern California.
Federal officials continue to warn about counterfeit pills that often resemble legitimate prescription medications.
⚖️ Why It Matters:
Fentanyl remains one of the leading drivers of overdose deaths nationwide. Officials say social media has become a growing marketplace for illegal drug sales, making enforcement efforts and public awareness increasingly important.
👉 Full Story: KTLA
📡 Spectrum Outage Hits Thousands After Infrastructure Attack
Thousands of Spectrum customers across parts of the San Fernando Valley and surrounding communities experienced service disruptions after what company officials described as a criminal attack on telecommunications infrastructure.
🔹 Key Details:
Spectrum reported damage to fiber-optic infrastructure caused by a deliberate act.
Internet, phone, and other services were disrupted for affected customers.
Repair crews worked to restore service as quickly as possible.
The company is cooperating with law enforcement as the investigation continues.
⚠️ Why It Matters:
Reliable internet and communication services are critical for residents, businesses, schools, and emergency communications. The incident highlights the vulnerability of essential infrastructure and the widespread impact that intentional damage can have on local communities.
👉 Full Story: San Fernando Sun
📅 Events & Things To Do
🎓 Graduation Season Is Here Across the San Fernando Valley
Caps and gowns are about to take over the Valley as high schools, colleges, and universities across Los Angeles prepare for graduation ceremonies throughout the coming weeks.
The Daily News released its full 2026 graduation schedule, including dates and times for campuses across the San Fernando Valley and greater L.A. area — from local high schools to major universities like CSUN, UCLA, and USC.
Families are encouraged to plan ahead for parking, traffic, and large crowds around campuses during ceremony dates, especially during peak evening and weekend events.
For many Valley families, graduation season marks one of the biggest community milestones of the year — celebrating years of hard work, late nights, and proud moments finally paying off.
👉 LAUSD Schools: LA Daily News
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SUNDAY · June 7
🥬 Weekly Farmers Market at The Vineyards
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · The Vineyards at Porter Ranch · Fresh produce, artisan foods, local vendors. Mother's-Day-meets-fresh-flowers energy — perfect plus-one for Mom.
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TUESDAY · June 9
🥕 Sherman Oaks Farmers Market
🕑 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM · Every Tuesday · Rain or Shine
Fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, prepared foods, and local vendors with laid-back neighborhood market vibes in the heart of Sherman Oaks.
📍 Sherman Oaks / Parking lot of the Westfield Mall
🔗 More info: Facebook Page
WEDNESDAY · June 10
🥬 Weekly Farmers Market at Northridge Fashion Center
⏰ 5 PM – 9 PM
Fresh produce, artisan foods, flowers, desserts, and local vendors with relaxed midweek Valley vibes.
📍 Northridge Fashion Center
🔗 More info: Northridge Fashion Center Events
FRIDAY · June 12
🥬 Olive View Farmers Market
🕘 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Every Friday
📍 14445 Olive View Dr, Sylmar / Parking Lot A · Corner of Eisenhower Ave & Reagan Rd
Perfect stop for fresh fruits, vegetables, and local shopping heading into the weekend. Accepting EBT
🔗 More info: Sylmar NC
FRIDAY · June 12
🌮 Granada Hills Grubfest
5:00 – 10:00 PM · Chatsworth St between White Oak & Zelzah · 30+ rotating food trucks. Casual, dog-friendly. The standing Valley food event.
🔗 More info: Facebook
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