Gloria Alvarez

Eastern Group Publications

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Managing Editor of Eastern Group Publications, a chain of bilingual newspapers covering East LA's communities

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The last area in Los Angeles County to incorporate was Calabasas, in 1991, bringing the total to 88.

Should East LA Be a City?

The last area in Los Angeles County to incorporate was Calabasas, in 1991, bringing the total to 88.

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