Hub of Wilmington — Angel Montes
Wilmington community leader, and owner of Los Tres Cochinitos, Angel Montes talks about how his restaurant has emerged as a hub for community connection in Wilmington.
Running for Honorary Mayor — Camilla Townsend
Former San Pedro Chamber of Commerce CEO Camilla Townsend tells the story of how she first became deeply involved in the community when she ran for Honorary Mayor of San Pedro. The contest winner is decided by the candidate who raises the most money for local charities. Although raising funds for non-profits was the biggest reason Camilla decided to run, she admits that being viewed as a “Real San Pedran” also motivated her.
San Pedro During the Depression — Nickie Troy
Longtime San Pedro waitress Nickie Troy tells the story of what it was like growing up in the town before World War II and during the Great Depression.
Dodson Jr. High Mile and Mr. Campbell — Mel Lindsey
Mel Lindsey, the managing partner of Nile Capital, and a member of the 1982 San Pedro High School graduating class talks about the toughness that was instilled into students at Dodson Jr. High and he pays tribute to English and Music teacher Mr. William Campbell, a beloved teacher at the school.
Delivering an Envelope to Frenchy — Rick Pielago
Longtime San Pedran, Rick Pielago tells the colorful story of being sent by his dad, Peppy, on a clandestine mission to a local bowling alley to deliver an envelope to a guy named Frenchy. If you think this sound like the opening scene from a Tarantino film, you would not be far off. A great story of an era when the San Pedro waterfront was filled with throw back characters who had nicknames like Peppy and Frenchy.
Working at the News Pilot — Dan Hoffman
Former Wilmington Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Dan Hoffman tells the story of how working at the News Pilot led him to becoming a leader in the Wilmington community.