Week in Review: Mayor, 405 Closure

Howard Fishman took over as mayor and Southern California continues to prepare for what has been called "carmageddon."

Just in case you missed these stories and others, here is a roundup of some of the news that made headlines in Hermosa Beach this week.

Closed Coffee Bean

Patch reported some sad news for coffee drinkers Monday—the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf on Hermosa Beach . The "lease was up at this location and they opted not to renew," said a company representative Monday.

Gum Tree celebration

The beach bungalow that houses Gum Tree café and gift shop was built 100 years ago in 1911. A is set.

Mayor Fishman appointed

Howard Fishman in a City Council meeting Tuesday as part of the city’s mayor rotation. He said that he plans to focus on the community’s health and safety.

405 Freeway closure

The contractor behind the massive 405 Freeway construction project for every 10 minutes construction exceeds the deadline for opening the freeway after the July 15-18 closure, officials said.

Motorists during the construction—Patch for locals who will need to commute to the airport that weekend.

Fight stops traffic

A domestic violence incident during rush hour. Police reported that a wife and husband began to argue when the husband wouldn’t allow the wife (who had been drinking) to drive. Their 5-year-old child was in the back seat of the car. The wife was arrested on suspicion of battery and spousal battery.

Don't forget to check Patch every day for your Hermosa Beach news coverage.