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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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Smyth to Retire from Legislature at Year’s End
Tuesday, Feb 14, 2012

Assemblyman Cameron Smyth, whose term expires at the end of this year, has decided not to run for State Senate, a move that many expected to be the next rung up the ladder of his political career. Citing a desire to be there for his children’s milestones, Smyth said that he plans to focus his energies...

[Supervisor Mike Antonovich] – The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved siting the Santa Clarita Courthouse and regional Sheriff’s Station on 12 acres of land located along the south side of The Old Road, east of Henry Mayo Drive. “The State of California’s identification...

The Valencia boys soccer team better be ready to kick it into high gear. Valencia is in the CIF Southern Section Division 3 soccer playoffs and plays Dominguez today in the wild-card round. The Vikings earned an at-large bid after finishing in a tie for third place in the Foothill League standings. Valencia...

Children from kindergarten through sixth grade are invited to an exclusive storytelling event with multicultural performer Michael McCarty at the Valencia Library on Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. No RSVP is necessary for this special storytelling event. Known for his engaging style, McCarty...

Strickland Appeals To Governor To Establish Volunteer Force To Keep Bases Open

Hoping to preserve the integrity of the military bases in California, especially those in Ventura County, State Senator Tony Strickland (R-Moorpark) sent a letter to Governor Jerry Brown, asking him to authorize the creation of an unpaid, volunteer task force. “With Port Hueneme and Point Mugu in Ventura...

Providence Holy Cross Partners To Present Arts To School Kids

Providence Holy Cross Medical Center has extended its partnership with the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center (PAC) at College of the Canyons to provide continued sponsorship and support of the PAC’s ongoing K-12 Arts Education Outreach Program. On Monday, representatives from Providence Holy Cross...

High-Speed Rail Playbook Available For Foes

Professional athletes are understandably harangued by their coaches for leaving their playbooks on the subway, in their hotel rooms or anywhere the opponents might get their hands on them. Having the opposition’s game plan would allow for a decided advantage on game day. When it comes to high-speed...

SCV NewsBreak for Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2012

In this episode: Assemblyman Cameron Smyth to retire from Legislature when he’s termed out this year; Board of Supervisors approves Castaic Junction site for new courthouse and Sheriff’s station. Also: Providence Holy Cross donates to COC Performing Arts Center K-12 Arts Education; Local...

[Supervisor Mike Antonovich] – The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a major overhaul of the County’s animal shelter in Castaic on Tuesday. “The $1.8 million dollar renovations will provide Santa Clarita Valley residents high quality, low-cost pet spay/neuter services and...

Browing Named Chief of County DCFS

Philip Browning [Supervisor Don Knabe] – Los Angeles Supervisor Don Knabe made the following statement on the appointment of Philip Browning to lead the County’s Department of Children and Family Services: “During his tenure in Los Angeles County, Philip has inspired a great deal of confidence...

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Los Angeles County Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger issued a statement in support of the Los Angeles County Chief Executive Officer’s presentation of a $45.4 billion budget for the forthcoming 2024-25 fiscal year.
Kathryn Barger | Statement in Support of $45.4B County Budget
In a celebration held Tuesday, April 23 at the Port of Barcelona, award-winning actress and performer Hannah Waddingham officially welcomed the newest and most innovative Princess Cruises ship, Sun Princess, serving as godmother during a star-studded naming ceremony.
Hannah Waddingham Officially Christens Sun Princess
Six comprehensive high schools in the William S. Hart Union High School District which includes Canyon, Golden Valley, Hart, Saugus, Valencia and West Ranch have been ranked among the top public high schools in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
Hart District High Schools Recognized Best in Nation
College of the Canyons will offer four summer sessions running from June 3 through Aug. 17, giving students a variety of options in both class format and scheduling designed to help them achieve their educational goals, from launching a new career to transferring to a four-year university.
COC Offers Four Summer Sessions for Flexible Learning Options
California State Sen. Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced his measure to combat illegal dumping, by increasing penalties and closing a loophole which has enabled the problem for years, was approved in the Senate Public Safety Committee.
Wilk’s Illegal Dumping Bill Approved by Committee
Super Jazz at the Ranch, a daylong jazz festival hosted by West Ranch High School, is happening Saturday, May 18. Music will fill the air as performers from throughout the region showcase their talents.
May 18: Super Jazz Festival at West Ranch High School
California State Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, D-Chatsworth, has presented The Healthy Homework Act (AB 2999) to the Assembly Education Committee.
Schiavo Presents Healthy Homework Act to Prioritize Mental, Physical Health
The city of Santa Clarita has notified the public that the playground at West Creek Park, 24247 Village Circle Drive, Valencia, CA 91354, is currently closed for repairs on the rubberized surface.
West Creek Park Playground Closed for Repairs
The Santa Clarita Valley Media Collaborative invites local creatives, media industry professionals, students, parents, teachers and others to celebrate the next generation of media makers participating in the inaugural NextGen MediaMakers Festival on Saturday, May 18 from 2-5 p.m. at the Canyon Country Community Center.
May 18: NextGen MediaMakers Festival Invites Creatives, Students, Experts to Celebrate Media
1986 - COC board votes to allow Argentine cliff swallows to nest forever on sides of buildings [story]
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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
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