As 2012 comes to a close, it seems a good time to reflect on the past year here at Rancho Park Online. So as we usher in 2013 and look forward to covering all that is news and noteworthy in our cozy corner of West LA , here is a look back at the topics that made the biggest impressions in 2012. Feel free to add any thoughts about stories you think were missed or what you think Rancho Parkers will be most concerned with and excited for in 2013.

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Many of you know Bob, the friendly Rancho Park postal carrier who delivered mail to the neighborhoods south of Pico Blvd and both east and west of Westwood Blvds. for a quarter of a century.

Friday was his last day on the job. So for a change, here is a note to him...Thanks Bob for your years of service to our neighborhood. We will miss you.

Here is a…