Week in Review: Halloween Almost Here

From halloween soon to hit town, to a blue whale and breast cancer awareness. Here is some of the news that made headlines in Hermosa Beach Patch this week:

Halloween on Patch

With Hallow's Eve approaching, Patch on Monday published for trick-or-treaters and took an early look at for the spooky night. For more halloween news, check with Patch here.

Uncorked

The new wine shop, Uncorked, opened for business on Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach on Saturday with hand-selected wines, craft beers, and specialty foods. "We did a wide variety for everybody," co-owner .

Swimming with blue whale

Kayaker Rick Coleman captured video footage of a off of King Harbor next door in Redondo Beach, and shared his experience with Patch. "When the whales pop up near your kayak, it can be heart-pounding," Coleman said.

Opposition to veto of cycling bill

The South Bay Bicycle Coalition this week has spoken out against , a law that would've required motorists to leave space or slow down for cyclists. Local cyclists have argued the measure is needed because "under current law, a bicyclist remains unprotected and in physical danger." CalTrans, the California Highway Patrol and the American Automobile Association have lobbied against the measure.

Breast cancer awareness

Patch greatest person Corinne Ybarra on Thursday shared her story of . Plus, . In honor of October being breast cancer awareness month, click on this Awareness link for more coverage on how the community is addressing this important topic.

Water discharges and ocean

The California Water Resources Control Board this week delayed its decision on whether to allow . Some environmental groups have argued the proposed state plan would hurt the ocean.

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