Week in Review: Duran Sworn In, Sunset Assault and a Chili Cook-Off

The last week of April saw city staff in denim, a  show at the Greenway Court Theatre, and a on the Sunset Strip. In other news, was sworn in as West Hollywood's new mayor and Patch held a . 

Here is a recap of what happened in West Hollywood, as well as some announcements and upcoming events to look forward to. 

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John Duran was sworn in as mayor for a one year term and Jeff Prang became mayor pro tempore Monday. Patch covered the largely ceremonial City Council meeting. Watch our video in .

West Hollywood City Hall was awash with denim Wednesday. Many employees wore blue jeans to work in honor of Denim Day, an annual observance to heighten awareness about sexual violence. Read all about it in .

On Thursday, Patch reported that Arlene Mitchell, 59, was taken to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center after allegedly being attacked by suspect Michael Beal, who has been charged with felony assault. The full story is here: . 

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Our  focused its lens on Barney's Beanery's 5-Alarm Firefighters' Chili Cook-off. Caldrons of bubbling chili lined Santa Monica Boulevard at Holloway Drive for a firehouse throw-down Saturday afternoon. Click through our , and our Facebook album for additional photos.

Standup comedian Erica Watson spoke with Patch about her one-woman show at the Greenway Court Theatre in this week's . Learn more about the lively production that is playing through the weekend 

With the royal wedding Friday, Patch foodie Jennifer Brody spotlighted The London hotel's special "Afternoon Royal-Tea" at The Boxwood Cafe in .

A former Bar Lubitsch waitress and bartender gave  columnist Hillary Povar eight tips for rookies. Log in and offer your opinion 

Mark Your Calendars:

The City Council will meet Monday. The agenda includes a public hearing on land use policies, including signage and remaining topics contained in the Comprehensive General Plan Update, Climate Action Plan and Environmental Impact Report.

The Planning Commission will deal with a delayed proposal Thursday to demolish the building on the southeast corner of Robertson and Santa Monica boulevards. The commission will also consider changing The Abbey’s conditional-use permit from a restaurant to a nightclub.

The Russian Advisory Board presents the 66th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day on Sunday in the grassy area next to the veterans memorial at Plummer Park. The ceremony will honor WWII veterans who have contributed socially, culturally and civically to the city of West Hollywood.

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