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Coffee in hand, Baldwin Park? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did Baldwin Park’s Kaiser hospital earn a top safety ranking?
  • How soon could Baldwin Park’s new rail upgrades silence train horns?
  • Which beloved Baldwin Park Mexican restaurant just served its last plate?

Today's riddle: How many sheep does it take to make a sweater? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Cool with periods of sun, with a high of 63 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Sunday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 66, low: 49.
  • Monday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 67 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. These are safest hospitals in California, new report says. Is yours on the list? (sacbee.com) — Residents can take pride that Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center in Baldwin Park has been named one of California’s safest hospitals in a new Leapfrog Group report. The statewide rankings highlight hospitals with strong systems to prevent errors and infections, and emphasize that these facilities deliver safer care for planned procedures and routine visits alike.
   

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2. Baldwin Park Completes Major Intersection Improvements as City Moves Closer to Metrolink Quiet Zone (baldwinparknewsonline.com) — New safety upgrades are now finished at Pacific Avenue’s rail crossings in Baldwin Park, moving the city a key step closer to creating a Metrolink Quiet Zone that will reduce routine train horn noise. The project added new signals, gates, pavement, and “smart” crossing technology, funded with $2.5 million in Metro and state transportation money. City officials say they remain committed to securing final Quiet Zone approval while maintaining strict safety standards.
   

3. Colibrí Mexican Restaurant has closed in Baldwin Park after nearly 20 years (bungalower.com) — A longtime favorite, Colibrí Mexican Restaurant has closed its doors in Baldwin Park after nearly 20 years, following the owners’ decision not to renew their lease. The family behind Colibrí, who also live in Baldwin Park, thanked customers, staff, and neighbors for treating them like family throughout their time in the community.
   

4. Long Beach's 2026 State of the City set for Jan. 13 (modbee.com) — Baldwin Park gets a brief but notable mention in a related link about an ex-Compton councilmember admitting to routing bribes to city officials, underscoring ongoing regional corruption concerns. The main story, however, focuses on Long Beach’s upcoming 2026 State of the City address and what that city’s residents can expect to hear about priorities like housing, safety, and preparations for the 2028 Olympics.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Elsa S. Rodriguez Obituary November 1937-July 13, 2025 —Yvonne Rodriguez Read on Patch
  • Please share & repost to help reunite this lost dog!
    Sandy was LOST on December 25, 2025 in Hacienda Heights, CA 91745 near Los Robles and Seventh Street Hacienda Heights Sharing for a neighbor. For… (Nextdoor Dalewood)
  • Nextdoor user reports police activity and sirens near S Victoria Ave and Victoria Park Dr in Los Angeles, responding to a report of a person who may need assistance.
    12:45AM on Dec 26: Unknown incident affecting vehicle at NoHo Arts District, Los Angeles, California, per local source (Nextdoor )
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Team Member in Baldwin Park. Apply here.
  • O'Reilly Auto Parts posted a job opening for Retail Service Specialist in Baldwin Park. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Baldwin Park here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I have no idea. I didn’t even know sheep could knit.
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