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Students' art reflects their talents
Plum Canyon Elementary School students inspired adults as they participated in the school's annual PTA-sponsored Reflections Gala art festival Monday night.
Council members sing city’s praises at annual address
Standing next to a jukebox in the grand ballroom of the Hyatt Valencia Wednesday, Santa Clarita city leaders presented an audience of 370 with the city's "chart-topping" accomplishments of the year at the annual State of the City Luncheon.
Mayor says Bermite cleanup will happen
Cleanup at the Whittaker-Bermite site is proceeding as planned, Santa Clarita Mayor Bob Kellar told a luncheon group Wednesday.
Man accused of stealing Hart baseball equipment
Deputies arrested a homeless Newhall man trying to steal two trash bags full of baseball equipment from Hart High School baseball park Tuesday.
Deal stalls sex assault trial
Kevin Lamont Thomas, who is accused of performing lewd acts with teenage girls, could be offered a sentencing deal soon, his defense attorney said Wednesday.
B&B unveils new ‘factory’
B&B Manufacturing and Lycoming Engines unveiled their latest lean manufacturing cell at their Santa Clarita based facility on Tuesday.
Cracked line cuts gas
Construction crews working near Castaic road and Lake Hughes Road cracked a gas line and more than 100 customers couldn't light their stoves, said a gas company spokersperson.
Coyotes prowl Valencia streets
Terry Vogelsang's family feels trapped inside its home. The family members claim they are under siege by a pack of coyotes that prowl the suburban Valencia neighborhood snacking on small pets. The Vogelsangs lost their dog Max, a Yorkshire Terrier, on Sept. 3. The morning Max was allegedly murdered by the coyote pack began no different than any other day, Vogelsang said. She opened the back door of her home and let Max run out ...
City nabs business-friendly award
When it comes to doing business, Santa Clarita is apparently the place to be. Limited business taxes and a highly qualified work force helped earn Santa Clarita the "Most Business-Friendly City in Los Angeles County" award in its category at the 13th Annual Eddy Awards, said Jason Crawford, economic development and marketing manager for the city of Santa Clarita. The awards presentation was hosted by the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation on Monday. Santa ...
Hospital hosts blood drive
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital is asking for volunteers willing to donate blood during its Pie for a Pint blood drive from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday. Donors will receive a freshly baked pumpkin pie. The 12-hour blood drive will be held in the Henry Mayo/COC Clinical Education Center on the hospital's campus, 25727 McBean Parkway.
City launches online store
Ever wanted a Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival T-shirt or shot glass even though the event is held in April? Ever wondered how to get those old green street signs that used to hang on Lyons Avenue or Bouquet Canyon Road?
Domo arigato, competition roboto
Local students from Placerita Junior High, Castaic Middle School and SCVi Charter School put their technical skills and teamwork abilities to the test at the Sixth annual FIRST Lego League Robotics Competition Friday.
Special fish fried by Sayre Fire
The fish are foul and the mosquitoes are multiplying. Ash from the Sayre Fire choked the county's supply of mosquito-killing fish to death. Los Angeles County officials use the fish to fight the spread of deadly West Nile Virus. The fishes' pond in Sylmar is reduced to a body of water in need of protection from mosquitoes. "Our pond with all the mosquito fish was covered in ash," said Truc Dever, spokeswoman for the Greater ...
Local motels become sanctuaries for fire evacuees
Jody Miller didn't have time to think Friday night. "When I heard the LAPD coming through on loud speakers screaming we needed to leave, we just grabbed what we could," she said. The Millers are one of more than 600 families evacuated Friday because of the Sayre Fire. The Millers live in the Oak Ridge Mobile Home Park which was ravaged by fire, Miller said. Her home survived the fire, but sustained major smoke damage. ...
Bringing patients back from the brink
Charlie Chang suffered a stroke in January that paralyzed his left side. He spent nearly two months at Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital under the care of nurses and doctors who monitored his conditions until his release at the end of February. A team of occupational and physical therapists pushed him to work through the pain so he could move his arms and walk. He continues to undergo outpatient treatment with the therapists. Chang, 53, ...
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Court rules against Vista Canyon Ranch project
A Superior Court judge has handed a setback to planners of a large Sand Canyon-area development in a decision that environmental groups called a victory and the developer said dealt largely with technical issues.
Antonovich offers reward for apprehension of Tesoro vandals
Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich has offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of the person(s) responsible for the vandalism of the Rancho Tesoro Recreation Center on May 11.
Assemblyman Wilk Responds to Governor Brown’s Revised State Budget
SACRAMENTO – Assemblyman Scott Wilk, R-SantaClarita, responded to the release of Governor Brown's 2013-14 revised budget proposal today, saying the Governor's budget clearly demonstrates the need to put students first.
Los Angeles County's initial reaction to governor's May revise budget
Los Angeles County has over 2.2 million uninsured residents. A recent University of California study estimates that as many as 1.3 million of our them will remain uninsured after full implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
UPDATE: I-5 fully reopened after fire
Interstate 5 was fully reopened to northbound traffic at 1 p.m. today after one lane remained closed down overnight due to a wildfire.
Woman pleads innocent in collision with bicyclist
A Valencia woman charged with felony hit and run for a vehicle collision with a bicyclist last March has pleaded not guilty this week, court papers show.
Arrests: Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station, May 14, 2013
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ARTree meeting Wednesday night
The ARTree community arts organization will hold its general meeting Wednesday night at the Newhall Library.
L.A. clergy abuse suit delayed to consolidate cases
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A Los Angeles judge has postponed the trial of a lawsuit involving a fugitive priest, possibly until next year, so that cases involving 11 alleged victims can be tried together.
Public meeting set tonight for chloride plan
Santa Clarita Valley Sanitation District officials will hold the first in a series of public meetings tonight regarding the proposed plan to remove chloride from the Santa Clara River.
Hearings set Thursday for proposed Valencia Water rate increase
The California Public Utilities Commission will hold two public hearings Thursday on Valencia Water Company's proposed rate increase.
15th annual SCV Relay for Life kicks off Saturday
The 15th annual SCV Relay for Life kicks off Saturday at Central Park in Saugus. The fundraiser to combat cancer will run 24 hours from 10 a.m. Saturday to 10 a.m. Sunday, with participants walking laps the entire time - some remembering lost ones, some celebrating victories or hoping for more.
Newhall Crime Report: Deputies respond to property crimes
This week Newhall (Zone 6) had eight part one crimes reported. Two shoplifting incidents, three petty thefts, one assault, one commercial burglary, and one stolen vehicle.
Canyon Country man gets 64 years to life in shooting of neighbor
A Canyon Country man who shot and killed his neighbor following a vicious seven-year feud has been sentenced to 64 years to life in prison.
UPDATE: Blaze in Valencia held to 1 1/2 acres
A Santa Clarita Valley brush fire that was initially reported as two separate blazes was doused by Los Angeles County firefighters in the Valencia Industrial Center today.
