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Dorothee Burkhart , the mother of suspected spree arsonist Harry Burkhart , is “wanted in Germany on 19 counts of fraud, most stemming from allegations that she bilked apartment renters out of security deposits,” reports City News Service. more › Go here to see the original: Arson Suspect’s Mother Wanted in Germany On 19 Counts of Fraud
I always like to circle back to see how many Personal Green Promises (PGP) that I made at the beginning of the year did I actually keep. Even if I was successful, I hope to take even bigger steps along the green journey in 2012. How about you? Recycling and reusing some ideas from my last New Year’s article , I recommend making a new PGP each month. The more you work at it, the more likely you are to turn these promises into habits. From last year: Order reasonable amounts of food when I eat at local restaurants. With no leftovers to take home, there’s no need for to-go Styrofoam containers. A clean plate means less food in the landfill. Done! And now for 2012: PGP No. 1: Meatless Mondays. We’re mostly meatless at my house, but making this commitment when you know that thousands of other families are doing the same thing provides a sense of worldwide community. Just imagine what it takes to bring one hamburger to your table—from cattle grazing to trucks delivering the products. Eating one fewer burger a week lessens your carbon footprint on so many levels. PGP No. 2: Quit buying new plastic containers. I’m scouting Beverly Hills estate sales for previously used tins, boxes and bins. PGP No. 3: Try out NeighborGoods . This Los Angeles-based website is a clearinghouse that provides a safe way to find items to loan out or borrow from neighbors. From its site: Need a ladder? Borrow it from your neighbor. Have a bike collecting dust in your closet? Lend it out and make a new friend. By sharing with your neighbors, you can save money while reducing waste and strengthen your local community in the process. I plugged in “90210” on the site to see who has what in our area, but, alas, I learned from NeighborGoods that, “We just launched in your area! Help us grow by inviting your friends.” If anyone needs to borrow a wheelbarrow, let me know! PGP No. 3: Keep shopping local! Promoting healthy eating is an ongoing goal of the Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market , as well as Whole Foods Market . “Our Health Starts Here campaign is in full swing with the start of 2012,” Whole Foods Beverly Hills marketing supervisor Ellen Prager said. The initiative includes free classes, support groups, market tours and informative signage—all in support of the chain’s effort to get people eating whole, unprocessed foods, a colorful variety of plants, healthy fats and nutrient-dense items. What are your PGPs for 2012? Share yours in the comments section below. Happy New Year from The Green Files! Be sure to follow Beverly Hills Patch on Twitter and “Like” us on Facebook . Read this article: Make Personal Green Promises for the New Year
LAS VEGAS— Can’t get into 1OAK this weekend? Plan B, courtesy of sbe: Hyde at the Bellagio also opens tomorrow night. The 10,000 square foot indoor/outdoor space is full of comfy seating among the olive trees, overlooking the Bellagio fountains. Bespoke cocktails are prepared table side, and tapas are catered by Sirio Maccioni’s Circo . For NYE, they’re calling it an invite-only affair… and then offering tickets for $300 a pop. Starting on January 1, the cover will be $30 for women and $50 for men. [EaterWire] –DM DOWNTOWN— Grub Street reminds us that Ryan Sweeney’s Little Bear opens soon . With partner Andre Guerrero slinging smoked wild boar sausages and half a dozen different kinds of grilled cheese and Sweeney’s promises of impossible-to-find Belgian brews, Little Bear sounds like it will hold its own in the Industrial District along with Church & State, Le Pour Haus and Daily Dose. [Grub Street] WESTWOOD— Adam Fleischman’s 800 Degrees is still 5960 minutes away from opening next Tuesday. Fortunately, when it opens, each flame fired pizza pie only takes one minute to cook. With Italian flour and mozzarella, a build-your-own pizza style counter, and wine and beer to come, Westwood Village is about to have a happy start to its New Year. [EaterWire] Link: EaterWire: Hyde at the Bellagio, Little Bear, 800 Degrees En Route
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Harry Burkhart, a 24-year-old Hollywood resident and German national reportedly in a dispute with federal immigration officials, was identified at a Monday evening news conference as the suspected arsonist responsible for setting 53 fires in the Los Angeles area. “He is the most dangerous arsonist in Los Angeles County that I can recall,” L.A. County Sheriff Lee Baca said of Burkhart, who lives on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood. Officials were tipped off to Burkhart after he recently made a scene at a Los Angeles Immigration Court hearing, according to the Los Angeles Times . The Times reported that police speculate he might have started the fires because he was upset over his mother’s pending deportation. Burkhart was booked at 1:48 p.m. Monday and his bail was set at $250,000. He has been charged with one felony count of arson, but police said more charges will follow. No date has been set for his first court appearance. Police said Burkhart, a burly man with a ponytail, looked like the man seen in video at the scene of several fires. Police released video of the suspect Sunday night. West Hollywood Sheriff’s volunteer Reserve Deputy Shervin Lalezary detained Burkhart at about 3 a.m. Monday at Sunset Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue during a traffic stop, police said. “As we speak, search warrants are being served at this individual’s residence. We will know much more tomorrow than we know today,” Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck said. “We have to proceed with caution.” The suspected arsonist allegedly set 11 fires between midnight Sunday and the time he was arrested early Monday, Los Angeles Fire Capt. Jaime Moore said. Property damage totals are estimated to be around $3 million. “There’s so much more work to be done. We’ve got a bunch of clues, a bunch of leads, more people to interview, search warrants to execute,” L.A. Police Commander Andrew Smith said. “Our guys will be working around the clock. They’ll be working for many days on this case.” Los Angeles Fire Chief Brian Cummings asked communities to remain vigilant. “If you see something, say something,” he said. “The information from the public from what they were observing over the past four days—and the tips they called in—were critical in getting us information and being able to respond quickly to these incidents, and to resolve them quickly without further loss of life or property damage.” This report was compiled with information from City News Service. Be sure to follow Beverly Hills Patch on Twitter and “Like” us on Facebook . View post: Arson Suspect Identified as Hollywood Resident, German National
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In tonight’s Extra, Extra, a group of bold San Pedrans brave the chilly New Year’s ocean, Gwyneth Paltrow has some truly thrilling ideas for hangover cures, and Oscar season is upon us. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook , and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports . more › Read this article: Extra, Extra: Swimming in Frigid Waters, Hangover Cures from Rich People, and Oscar Predictions
Police are searching for a suspect who shot a woman as she left a nail salon in the 1500 block of South La Cienega at about 10:30 this morning, reports City News Service. It’s not clear what the motive was for the attack, or if the woman was robbed or otherwise harmed before or after being shot. She was taken to Cedars-Sinai and treated. more › See more here: Woman Shot in Leg Outside Nail Salon Near Beverly Hills
CBS is back with new episodes of shows tonight, breaking the holiday drought. — The AV Club posted their “Best Podcasts” list and we have a bone to pick with them because there’s some radio shows on there, stay true to the medium please! — + The TV Junkie Must-Watch Plan more › Read more: TV Junkie: CBS is Back With New Episodes; Podcast ‘Best of’ List
