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1986 - COC board votes to allow Argentine cliff swallows to nest forever on sides of buildings [story]
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SCV NewsBreak for Friday, Sept. 23, 2011
Friday, Sep 23, 2011

In this episode: Sheriff deputies are warning Santa Clarita motorists not to leave purses and other valuables in their vehicles because the “smash and grab” car burglaries are back; Grocery workers voted Friday in Valencia on a tentative contract with Vons, Ralphs and Albertson’s; Northlake...

HELP WANTED: To Identify Armed Robbery Suspect. Low Pay, High Satisfaction.

SCV Sheriff’s detectives are seeking public assistance in identifying man who robbed the Stevenson Ranch Subway restaurant at gunpoint. Pictured here, the man is described as a male black, 20-30 years of age, 5-foot-10 to 6-foot-1, weighing 170 to 180 pounds. He appears to have a large gap between...

Cross-Country: GV Boys, Saugus Girls Live Up to Expectations

Photo by Ferraz Photography In the beginning of the varsity girls’ cross-country race Thursday afternoon, Maddie Dignadice looked like San Luis Obispo legend Jordan Hasay. Way out in front, not afraid of anyone, and so smooth, she looked as if she was out on a Sunday morning jog. In the end of...

Two more dead crows found in Valencia were confirmed to have died from West Nile Virus, according to the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District. The two crows bring the total to four found this year in Santa Clarita. All four were found in Valencia. There were no new reports of mosquito samples...

Timothy Garman, a fifth grade teacher at Northlake Hills Elementary School in Castaic, was named one of the “sweet 16” top teachers during ceremonies held Friday morning in Universal City. He is now in a group from Los Angeles County in the running for California Teacher of the Year. “It’s quite...

The Boys and Girls Club of the Santa Clarita Valley will hold its sixth annual Day for Kids on Saturday at Newhall Park. An anticipated crowd of 6,000 will find jumpers, slides, live music, magic, games, food and prizes in the park from noon to 5 p.m. Each child in attendance will receive free raffle...

SCV Sheriff’s deputies are urging local residents to safeguard themselves against becoming victims of “smash and grab”-type burglaries after five car owners were victimized Thursday in Valencia. Earlier this year the SCV saw a rash of “smash and grab” burglaries – where a criminal...

KB Home delivered 31 percent fewer homes and saw its loss widen significantly to $9.6 million (13 cents per share) for the quarter ending Aug. 31, compared to $1.4 million (2 cents) a year earlier. The figures mirrored results posted by Lennar earlier in the week. Lennar was in the black, but its year-over-year...

In observance of National Domestic Violence Awareness month, College of the Canyons will host its annual Domestic Violence Awareness event and donation drive as the first in a month-long series of events focused on domestic violence and body image issues. The college’s fourth annual Domestic Violence...

Book Signing Saturday: Author Examines Americanism

Local author Scott Voltz will be signing his new book, “The American Trinity,” on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at The Coffee House at 23414 Lyons Avenue in Newhall. Inspired by radio host Dennis Prager, the 40-page paperback is subtitled, “How Do Americans Know If Their Ideas Are Un-American?”...

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1986 - COC board votes to allow Argentine cliff swallows to nest forever on sides of buildings [story]
swallows
As Volunteer Appreciation Week approaches, the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control wishes to extend heartfelt gratitude to all its dedicated volunteers who tirelessly contribute to DACC's mission of advancing the well-being of animals and people in the County.
DACC Pays Recognition to Volunteers
The Canyon Country Farmers Market will be celebrating their two-year anniversary Wednesday, April 24.
April 24: Canyon Country Farmer’s Market Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary
The Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Auxiliary presented a $35,000 check Monday to the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Foundation for the foundation’s Patient Tower Capital Campaign.
Henry Mayo Auxiliary Fulfills $600K Patient Tower Pledge
The Acton/Agua Dulce Arts Council has announced a call for entries for "Creature Feature," a juried art exhibition, with a theme of any living creature.
Entries Needed for ‘Creature Feature’ Art Show
The Acton/Agua Dulce Arts Council has announced a call for entries for a juried exhibit open to all photographers, both professional and amateur.
Acton/Agua Dulce Arts Council Announces Call for Photographers
Recently I had the opportunity, along with spcaLA President Madeline Bernstein and Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA President Nikole Bresciani, to meet with NBC 4 reporter Kathy Vara to discuss the current challenges facing animal sheltering organizations.
Marcia Mayeda | Current Challenges in Animal Sheltering
As city manager for 12 years now and a longtime resident of Santa Clarita, I am always proud to see how our community continues to grow.
Ken Striplin | Visit Skyline Ranch Park – Santa Clarita’s Newest Amenity
The city of Santa Clarita’s Film Office released the list of six productions currently filming in the Santa Clarita Valley for the week of Monday, April 22 - Sunday, April 28.
Filming in Santa Clarita Includes Six Productions
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is recognizing its valued volunteers during National Volunteer Week April 21-27.
Henry Mayo Celebrating National Volunteer Week
The regular meeting of the Saugus Union School District Governing Board will take place Tuesday, April 23, with closed session beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed immediately by public session at 6:30 p.m.
April 23: Saugus Union to Discuss 2023/24 Personnel Report
The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees will hold a self-evaluation workshop Wednesday, April 24, beginning at 2 p.m.
April 24: COC Board of Trustees’ Self-Evaluation Workshop
A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy, who was severely injured in October after an explosion and fire at a Pitchess Detention Center mobile shooting range, died Saturday, LASD announced Sunday.
LASD Deputy Dies Months After Pitchess Shooting Range Explosion
1974 - Gov. Ronald Reagan speaks at dedication of COC's first permanent building, the William G. Bonelli Instructional Resource Center [story]
Ronald Reagan
1994 - Sand Canyon homeowner Eddie Murray sets MLB record for switch-hit home runs in games (11 times) [story]
Eddie Murray
1874 - First train out of L.A. to reach new town of San Fernando; Newhall 2 years later [story]
train tunnel
Hello Auto Group has announced its partnership with the Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative for the second annual Military Spouse Appreciation Event. This event, dedicated to honoring military spouses, will take place on Military Spouse Appreciation Day Friday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Anthony Vince Nail Spa at 24250 Town Center Drive #140, Valencia, CA 91355.
May 10: Second Annual SCV Military Spouse Appreciation Event
The Santa Clarita Artists Association has announced the 2024 scholarship award recipients. These deserving individuals have shown excellence in their high school art education and shared their plans to continue their artistic endeavors.
SCAA Announces 2024 Scholarship Award Honorees
The Valley Industry Association of Santa Clarita is set to ignite innovation and transformation with its VIA Workforce Development Conference 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Valencia on Thursday, May 16. Jorge Marquez, chairman of the Los Angeles County Workforce Development Board, has been added to the list of speakers appearing at the event. He will serve as the opening speaker at the conference.
May 16: VIA Adds County Leader to Workforce Development Speakers List
The city of Santaw Clarita will host the Free To Be Me Festival for its third year at an exciting new location. On Sunday, May 5, from noon to 3 p.m., celebrate Santa Clarita’s special needs communities and their families at West Creek Park, 24247 Village Circle Drive, Valencia, CA 91354.
May 5: ‘Free to Be Me Festival’ at West Creek Park
The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity and its regional partners have held the first of several upcoming rapid response events to urgently connect soon-to-be laid off local workers, impacted by the recent bankruptcy and closure of dozens of local 99 Cents Only Stores, to critical workforce services.
L.A. County Offers Help for Workers of 99 Cents Only Stores
Youth in Los Angeles County foster care as young as 13 can open their own checking and savings accounts without an adult co-owner through the Youth Access Banking program.
Foster Youth Access Banking Program Available in L.A. County
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