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New faces on the Castaic council
Castaic residents saw the faces of their newly elected local representatives Wednesday when the results of the Nov. 8 town council election were announced.
Students enter essay contest
Junior Achievement and Deloitte launched the fifth annual "Excellence through Ethics" essay contest on Tuesday, giving U.S. high school seniors the ability to apply their knowledge of ethical decision-making and share their views on the importance of ethics in business.
Raceway hosts benefit for fire victims
MB2 Raceway in Sylmar hosts a benefit starting at 10 a.m. today for the Oakridge Mobile Home Park residents affected by the Sayre Fire.
Care packages for the troops
SupportOurTroops.Org is collecting donations for more than 60 groups across America who send care packages to U.S. troops.
Vino 100 celebrates second anniversary
In recognition of Vino 100's second anniversary, owners Lil Lepore and Shari Frazier will host a celebration with gifts and giveaways from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. today at 28112 Newhall Ranch Road in Valencia.
'Dr. Rap' is in the house
Dr. Samuel Kojoglanian delicately snaked a catheter through his patient's arteries and up to his heart. Alex Ochoa's spirits lifted when the doctor later confirmed he had a strong heart.
Girls find safe haven at Boys & Girls Club
Two high school girls may be alive today because of fast-thinking administrators at the Sierra Vista Clubhouse, a junior high school-based branch location in Canyon Country for the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley.
City hosts 'Kids Night Out'
The city of Santa Clarita invites kids ages 4 to 11 to enjoy a "Kids Night Out" from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Dec. 12 at the Community Room of Santa Clarita Park, 27285 Seco Canyon Road in Saugus.
Just Passing Thru eminent domain?
As the city of Santa Clarita labors to make its Newhall revitalization plans a reality, the Just Passing Thru body piercing studio at Lyons Avenue and Mian Street may face imminent closure.
Thomas sentenced to six years in state prison
A Van Nuys superior court judge sentenced former Canyon Country volunteer football coach Kevin Lamont Thomas to six years in state prison for sexually assaulting seven high school girls including some from the Santa Clarita Valley.
FEMA, Goodwill, Red Cross offer fire aid
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency authorized the use of federal funds to help California pay for fighting the Sayre Fire in Los Angeles County.
Gas prices drop below $2
If a clean car doesn't convince motorists to get a wash, then $1.89 gas will, said a Valencia gas station owner.
Preparation they can bank on
"We're competitors when it comes to the bucks. We're partners when it comes to our customers' safety," said Roger Pida, vice president of corporate security for Wells Fargo.
Fighting fraud with training
The No. 1 crime in Santa Clarita is fraud, said Sgt. A.J. Rotella of the city of Santa Clarita Sheriff's Business Alliance.
City hosts party & (yard) makeovers
Santa Clarita code enforcement officers hope the party favors passed out at a recent block party gives an east Newhall neighborhood everything they need to make their community a better place.
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The Master's College holds 86th commencement
About 300 students from The Master's College marked the end of their college days during a Friday commencement ceremony at College of the Canyons in Valencia.
Fire doused near Golden Valley Road
A brush fire that broke out near Golden Valley Road on Friday afternoon blackened about half an acre and prompted a traffic jam as Golden Valley High School students left for the weekend.
UPDATE: Coyotes snatch dog, confront person at Valencia park
A coyote snatched a dog from a girl's arms in Valencia Summit Park, where sheriff's deputies and animal control workers responded Friday on a report of a jogger chased by a coyote, officials confirmed.
Bill introduced to help put buyers into homes
Congressman Howard "Buck" McKeon, R-Santa Clarita, announced new legislation Friday intended to help investors secure loans to fix up derelict homes and put them on the market.
UPDATE: Northbound I-5 shut down for an hour
The northbound Interstate 5 freeway through Newhall Pass was shut down for about an hour Friday after nine cars slammed into each other, backing traffic into the San Fernando Valley.
Closures for I-5 Truck Lane Project
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.
OJ to get Vegas court hearing on bid for new trial
LAS VEGAS (AP) - O.J. Simpson will return next week to the Las Vegas courthouse where he was convicted of leading an armed sports memorabilia heist to ask a judge for a new trial on the grounds that his lawyer botched his case.
Highway 14 freeway closures due to pavement rehab
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close portions of Antelope Valley Freeway SR-14 from Sierra Highway (Soledad Canyon Rd) to Palmdale Boulevard as part of a pavement rehabilitation project. Closures are as follows and subject to change.
Canyon Country East Crime Report: Deputies investigate rape, property crimes
This week in Canyon Country-East we had 9 Part-1 crimes. Of those reported crimes, there was 1 rape, 2 assaults, 1 robbery, 2 burglaries, 2 larcenies and 1 vehicle burglary.
Calif. PUC looking into Valencia Water Company purchase
The California Public Utilities Commission has opened an investigation into Castaic Lake Water Agency's purchase of the Valencia Water Company.
SCV White Ribbon Week Encourages Graduating Teens to Make it Safe and Make It Home
VALENCIA, CA (May 9, 2013)-There are five names that will serve as reminders to Santa Clarita Valley teens this graduation season about the importance of driving safe and making it home.
Valencia: SCV Sheriff’s deputies bust suspected meth-dealing operation
Local drug squad deputies disrupted a meth-dealing operation in a Valencia neighborhood this week with the arrest of one man charged with possessing a controlled substance for sale, court documents show.
Santa Clarita mayor sees ‘definitive year’ on two major city issues
This year will be the "definitive year" for chloride and Cemex - two of the weightiest issues vexing residents in the Santa Clarita Valley, said Santa Clarita Mayor Bob Kellar during a town hall meeting Wednesday night.
Santa Clarita: Spectator opportunities abound for Tour of California
The City of Santa Clarita will be at the center of the cycling world on Tuesday, May 14, and Wednesday, May 15, when the 2013 Amgen Tour of California returns to Santa Clarita for the fifth time in race history. The Stage 3 Finish and Stage 4 Start of the race provide electric and exciting fan experiences as the top riders in the world participate in the event. Both stages of the race are anchored ...
Fire Station open house on Saturday
You are invited to visit with your hometown firefighters Saturday, May 11, 2013. You'll be treated to a special firehouse tour to celebration of Fire Service Month. All Los Angeles County fire stations will be open to the public between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Meet your local firefighters and paramedics, get a free blood pressure check, and learn about all the services the Department has to offer. Don't miss it!
