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Hospital turns 33 on Friday
The Santa Clarita Valley's hospital is celebrating its 33-year anniversary Friday. The 100-bed Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital opened its doors on Aug. 15, 1975, amid farm fields and rural communities. The hospital now has 221 beds and has plans for an additional 100 beds in the coming years. Over the three decades, the hospital has more than doubled its number of beds in a growing valley. "Our hospital was built to serve a much ...
Pair receive prison after arrest for I.D. theft
Just weeks after they were arrested in connection with identity theft, a Canyon Country man and woman were sentenced to time in state prison, a sheriff's official said Tuesday.
Annexation of portion of Castaic on hold
It could be another four months before the county considers annexing a portion of Castaic into the city of Santa Clarita, after the application hit a snag with a technicality in state law, a city planner said Tuesday.
SCV air quality (cough, cough) down
The hazy days of summer persist, as the county continues to issue air-quality warnings. The air quality Tuesday in Santa Clarita Valley was categorized as "unhealthy for sensitive individuals," according to information provided by the South Coast Air Quality Management District. Today's forecast was a bit more promising, with the valley's air quality projected to be "moderate," according to the AQMD Web site. The Air Quality Index rating, which is used by the district to ...
Arraignment moved for Canyon Country man
The Canyon Country man behind bars for allegedly trying to kill his girlfriend had his arraignment continued Tuesday to Aug. 26, a court official said.
PETA claims victory over Six Flags
Animal rights activists aren't feeling as bugged this week. Six Flags Magic Mountain officials said Tuesday that the park has decided not to hold its cockroach-eating challenge as part of this fall's "Fright Fest" Halloween festivities. The decision follows objections by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. A Six Flags official said it was simply a business decision. "Six Flags Magic Mountain was only referring to their specific park as it pertains to discontinuing ...
Georgia's on his mind
Bombs are dropping all around the capitol city of Tbilisi in the Republic of Georgia, but as far as Kevin Anthony knows, the friends he made during his visit to the city in May are still safe.
Canyon Country attack may have been hate crime
A Canyon Country man was arrested and three others are being sought for a possible hate crime that reportedly involved an unprovoked attack on a black man whose car was then vandalized in Canyon Country Saturday night, a Sheriff's Department spokeswoman said.
Music fans go Craze-Y at Central Park
New wave retro-rockers The Craze rocked out for an all-ages crowd numbering around 3,000 at Central Park Saturday night, in the latest free "Concert in the Park" staged by the city of Santa Clarita.
Tricks of the stunt trade
If you've ever watched Michelle Pfeiffer perform stunts as Catwoman in the movie "Batman Returns," you've seen the work of Anthony De Longis.
Man arrested for attempted murder - Update
A Canyon Country man was arrested for attempted murder Sunday night after allegedly choking his live-in girlfriend until she lost consciousness and then saying he was going to break her neck and kill her, according to the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station.
The Plaza: Coming soon
From its numerous anchor tenants to its visible location off Highway 14, The Plaza at Golden Valley is set to offer Canyon Country, as well as the rest of the Santa Clarita Valley a list of shopping options in the coming months.
Local districts seeing increase in enrollment this year
A record 23,300 students will slip on their backpacks and march off to the 16 junior high and high schools in the Hart district Thursday.
Head into the new school year with confidence
Anxiety. Elation. Angst. Homework. Report cards. PTA membership drives, science projects, tears of rejection or frustration, smiles of success. Back to routine, back to traffic jams. The cycle starts all over again this week as elementary school districts around the Santa Clarita Valley throw open their doors for another school year. With kids heading back to school during the "dog days" of August, it's important for them to stay cool and well hydrated - they ...
Power outage hits Canyon Country
The power in a Canyon Country neighborhood was briefly interrupted Saturday morning after a squirrel crossed power lines, according to a deputy at the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station.
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UPDATE: Preliminary report says chopper pitched forward
A helicopter that crashed during a reality TV production this month suddenly pitched down and hit the ground about a minute after taking off in early morning darkness, a preliminary report said Monday.
Hearing delayed in Sand Canyon street racer case
The murder case against two alleged Sand Canyon street racers was delayed a week, a court clerk said Monday.
UPDATE: 2 CalArts grads win Oscars for ‘Brave’
Two California Institute of the Arts graduates have collected Academy Awards for the Best Animated Feature Film "Brave," a CalArts spokeswoman said Monday.
Interstate 5 lanes to be closed this week
Santa Clarita - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) plans to close the lanes listed below as part of a $72 million project that is constructing a truck lane on southbound I-5 between Pico Canyon Road/Lyons Avenue and the Antelope Valley Freeway (SR-14). Ramp closures will be staggered. Closures are subject to change. Detours will be signed.
Sequestration: Minimal Overall Impact to Los Angeles County Services
With across-the-board sequestration spending cuts scheduled to be imposed on March 1, 2013, Los Angeles County has completed a review of the potential financial threats the sequester poses to the nation's largest local government agency.
Tiny steps for tiny dancers
Students were introduced to tap, ballet and tumbling techniques as part of American Heart Month to promote good health and exercise during a dance class on Feb. 19.
Today in the SCV: Monday, Feb. 25, 2013
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Race to support students
Little feet made big strides Sunday as scores of kids took part in the WiSH Education Foundation Run For Gold races in Newhall.
Police searching for 3 muggers
A man was mugged at gunpoint for his iPod and cash in Canyon Country Sunday afternoon, a local sheriff's spokesman said.
Man charged with reckless driving
A driver clocked speeding close to 100 mph through city streets, past Central Park and Saugus High School and through one red light, has been charged with reckless driving, according to a report filed by a local sheriff's deputy.
Windy weather blows through city
Following a blustery weekend in the Santa Clarita Valley, residents are likely to find themselves stepping over snapped branches and wind-swept debris today but without the strong winds that rattled windows and put things in motion.
New assistant city manager has deep roots
The city of Santa Clarita has followed Frank Oviedo throughout his professional career.
Today in the SCV: Sunday Feb. 24, 2013
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Employees of a Stevenson Ranch cellphone store found it easy to describe the man who ripped a demonstration iPhone off its stand in October and ran out the door.
Hoppin’ and boppin’ for a good cause
Saturday night may be all right for fighting, but Saturday afternoon was set aside for a free concert that doubled as a tribute to Elton John and a fundraiser for the Santa Clarita Valley homeless shelter.
