I am writing in regards to the recent attempts at thwarting real health care reform. The idea that the president's health care package is a death sentence is ludicrous.
The American Association of University Women recently installed new officers at the membership's general meeting. The slate of officers for 2009-2010 year includes President Diane Bartley, President Elect Kelly Burke, 1st VP Programs Robin Clough and Jane Hanson, 2nd VP Membership Rebecca Corona-Nickerson, Recording Secretary Jane Adams, Treasurer Kitty Conant, 3rd VP EF Jenewyn Van Wie and Public Policy Rose Romeka.
Todd and Renee Anderson, of Saugus, celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary on Aug. 13. The former Renee Richard married Todd Anderson on Aug. 13, 1983, in Winnetka.
July 4, 2009 Ryan Eduardo Hernandez Samudio, 7lbs., 7oz., son of Stefanie Samudio of Canyon Country. July 6, 2009 Kira Jean Howard, 7lbs., 13oz., daughter of Melanie and Chris Howard of Quartz Hill. July 7, 2009 Daniel C. Andrew, 9lbs., 7oz., son of Nicholle and Brian Andrew of Canyon Country. July 10, 2009 Julian Joel Lopez, 6lbs., 5oz., son of Irene and Juan Lopez of Castaic. July 15, 2009 Matthew Matus, 7lbs., ...
Justin Molina, of Santa Clarita, worked on a team of summer interns who won the International Creative Video Competition hosted by the American Pavilion at this year's Cannes Film Festival.
The Heritage Haunt and Pumpkin Festival is a nonprofit haunt to raise funds for the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society.
Ian Andrew Hunter Kakumu, a recent graduate from the Virginia Military Institute was awarded a bachelor of arts degree in psychology.
California Highway Patrol responded to two separate fatal incidents Friday night and early Saturday morning.
Local fire and sheriff's units responded to calls of a possible downed helicopter Friday afternoon north of Hasley Canyon Road in Castaic.
A man wanted for murder in the San Fernando Valley was being held Friday at the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station.
After 24 years of teaching and administrative work, Denise Davis has taken over the reins as principal at Castaic Elementary School.
Be The Match collected samples from the Jewish community because they are underrepresented on the registry.
Friendly Valley service Who: Pastor Stan Fix at the Friendly Valley Community Church (United Methodist) What: Fix's message is entitled "A God Who Loves to Give," based on the Lord's prayer, Luke 11:1-13. Special music will be presented by Chandler Shaw. Join us for fellowship and coffee after the service. All are welcome. Invite a "FRAN" - a friend, relative, acquaintance or neighbor. When: 10 a.m. Sunday Where: 19246 Avenue of the Oaks in Newhall ...
California lawmakers have made several changes to individual income tax rates and collection schedules this year in their attempts to close multibillion dollar budget deficits.
Kudos to The Mighty Signal for a brilliant as well as comical editorial, "No one goes back to Sacramento" on Aug. 2.
AngelDogs Foundation (www.angeldogsfoundation.org) will host, "Rock, Walk & Wag;" (www.rockwalkwag.org) a community event to raise public awareness and funds for spay/neuter. The event will take place at Central Park in Saugus, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 27.
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I love history. I plan to purchase the Blu-Ray of the recent film "Lincoln" and rewatch certain key scenes 100 times in a row, unapologetically.
In Santa Clarita, the arts influence our community's quality of life. Without even realizing it, the arts act as an economic driver - creating and supporting jobs, generating revenue and serving as a cornerstone of the tourism industry.
"Obama's proposed voting commission under partisan fire from both sides."
The Jewish holiday of Purim begins this Saturday at sundown. Many Jewish synagogues are celebrating the festive holiday this weekend, which commemorates the story of Esther and the deliverance of the Jews from Haman.
Looking for a wonderful canine companion? Adopt a dog from AngelDogs Foundation Deaf Dog Ranch in Acton. All of our dogs are fixed, up to date on shots, and trained using hand signals. Deaf dogs are highly intelligent and really bond with their owners. They make fantastic pets. Here are just a few of the dogs available at our ranch:
It's cold out there. In much of the country, now's the time when home serves as a cozy refuge from the ice and snow. We light our fireplaces and wish for springtime.