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Pavley Bill Would Allow Disabled to Have Savings, Still Qualify for Assistance
Friday, Sep 11, 2015

Sen. Fran Pavley Individuals with disabilities and their families will be able to save money, tax free, without fear of losing eligibility for public assistance if the governor signs two bills sent to him on bipartisan votes by state lawmakers. Senate Bill 324 by Senator Fran Pavley of Agoura Hills and...

Sept. 14-18: Full Overnight Closures of SR-14 in Newhall

The California Department of Transportation will close portions of Antelope Valley Freeway (SR-14) from Golden State Freeway (I-5) to Sand Canyon Road as part of a pavement rehabilitation project.  Closures are as follows and subject to change:   Monday, September 14, through Friday, September 18 Northbound...

Buckets and Border Lines

I’ve got to catch up on a few things I wrote about over the past few days. Here goes: Young Master Ryan who was in the horrific traffic collision at Sierra Highway and Vasquez Canyon Road is doing much better. He was taken out of ICU and put in a normal room. Prayer really works. My source says they...

Registration Closes Sunday for Leukemia Golf Tournament

Come out for a day of golf, food, drinks and fun at Robinson Ranch on Wednesday, Sept. 16, and chip away at a cure with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Registration closes Sunday, Sept. 13. Proceeds will go to funding patient support and research. Click here to register: WWW.HODGKINSHATERS.COM *...

Crossroads Community Church Hosts Monthlong Seminar Series

  Josh McDowell Crossroads Community Church is hosting Josh D. McDowell on Sunday, Oct. 4. Josh will be speaking at all three Crossroads campuses at 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. The Sunday will kick off a month long seminar called a “Confident Faith” at Crossroads Community Church. Josh will...

SCV Entertainment Beat
Thursday, Sep 10, 2015

If you’re looking for something mellow on Friday night, catch local guitar and bass player and teacher Lance Allyn. He’ll be performing solo at the Salt Creek Grill off Town Center Drive from 9 to midnight, playing original material and Friday-night favorites. It’s free for all ages. Call Salt...

Hart School Board Honors Outstanding Teachers

Sixteen of the best teachers in the William S. Hart Union High School District were recognized as Teachers of the Year by the Governing Board Wednesday. Selection criteria included personal growth, commitment, personal attributes and professional skills. Julie Huffman (center), Hart District Teacher...

2nd Ducky Deadline is Friday

Adopt your ducks by Friday, September 11, to be entered in the Early Ducky 2 Incentive Program. Receive 5 raffle tickets in the Mountasia Family Four Packs Raffle Prize, a $270 value! Packs include 2 hours of unlimited miniature golf, bumper boats, and go karts. Winners to be announced at the event...

The Master’s College: 3rd Best in West, No. 1 in Freshman Retention

U.S. News and World Report’s “2016 Best Colleges” ranking placed TMC third among liberal arts colleges in the Western Region, up from fifth place last year. TMC is one of 363 institutions across the nation in the “Regional College” category, and one of 31 ranked regional colleges in the West. U.S....

Learn Business Tips While You Dine at SCV Chamber

  All Lunch & Learns are FREE and held at the offices of the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce 27451 Tourney Road, Suite 160 11:45 am – 1:00 pm  PCS Group September 18, 2015   “Data Loss Prevention: Research shows that only 6% of companies suffering from a catastrophic...

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There's no better way to celebrate the season than with toys, treats, and rollercoasters. My annual Foster Youth Holiday Party is one of the most special traditions we do each year
Kathryn Barger | Keeping Up With Kathryn
The Canyon Theatre Guild’s production of "A Christmas Story," adds shows due to high ticket demand. Shows have been added on Sunday, Dec. 21 and Monday, Dec. 22.
CTG ‘A Christmas Story’ Adds Shows, Dec. 21-22, Due to Demand
The city of Santa Clarita will present its latest art exhibition, “Pop Culture,” on view at the Newhall Community Center now through March 25, 2026.
City Presents ‘Pop Culture’ Art Exhibit at the Newhall Community Center
This week’s Foothill League matches resulted in the Saugus boys getting a firmer grip on first place, and the Saugus girls slipping into second place. Meanwhile, holiday tournaments are bringing both wins and losses from non-league teams, with more on the way.
Foothill League Soccer: Saugus Boys, Hart Girls Leading
1970 - Snow day in Santa Clarita Valley [photos]
Saugus train station
Do you have a passion for swimming and a desire to make an impact in your community? The city of Santa Clarita is seeking individuals with strong customer service skills and a commitment to community engagement to join its lifeguard team.
Applications Are Open for the Summer 2026 Lifeguard Season
Santa Clarita Valley residents need to put down the yule log and refrain from all residental wood burning fires on Friday, Dec. 19.
Dec. 19: No Burn Day Alert Issued for SCV, South Coast Air Basin
U.S. Rep. George Whitesides (D-Aqua Dulce), announced the winners of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for California’s 27th Congressional District: the “MathViz” team led by local Academy of the Canyons student, Gautham Korrapati.
Whitesides Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge SCV Winners
The Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K, set for March 1, in Santa Clarita, is more than a race, it’s a celebration of health, community and giving back. Now through Wednesday, Dec. 24, take $10 OFF race registration with promo code WINTER10 at checkout.
March 1: JCI Santa Clarita Holds Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K Runs
Theatre Extempore will present the all time classic musical The Fantasticks, 8-10 p.m. Jan. 9-11. 15-18 at The MAIN.
Jan. 9: Premiere of ‘The Fantasticks’ Presented by Theatre Extempore
West Ranch High School senior Braulio Castillo (17) never did any long-distance running before high school, but what he has accomplished in that demanding discipline since taking it up is impressive. And, so far his senior year, it is phenomenal.
West Ranch Runner Going the Distance
Powerlab Studio will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting 4:30-5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8 at 28110 Newhall Ranch Road, Valencia, CA 91355.
Jan 8: Powerlab Studio Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting
B2 Entertainment will have a Cookies With Santa event, 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21 at 21516 Golden Triangle Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.
Dec. 21: Cookies With Santa at MB2 Entertainment
The College of the Canyons soccer programs will be hosting 'Friday Night Footy,' small-sided pick-up games, running on Friday evenings Jan. 2 through June 26 at the COC Soccer Facility.
Jan. 2-June 26: Cougars Soccer Programs to Host ‘Friday Night Footy’
College of the Canyons sophomore pitcher Nichole Muro will continue her academic and athletic career at Cumberland University after signing with the Phoenix softball program.
Muro Signs with Cumberland University Softball Program
College of the Canyons men's basketball won its fourth straight contest in an 80-72 affair at Napa Valley College on Monday afternoon, Dec. 15 as freshman Julius Washington led all scorers with 20 points.
Cougars Win Fourth Straight 80-72 at Napa Valley
Canyons women's basketball snapped a five-game losing streak with a 60-44 win over Diablo Valley College during the final day of action at the Napa Valley Storm Surge tournament on Saturday, Dec. 13.
Canyons Finishes Tourney Weekend with 60-44 Win Over Diablo Valley
1929 - Swift justice: Thomas Vernon sentenced to life in prison for Saugus train derailment & robbery 1 month earlier [story]
Tom Vernon
The Newhall School District Board of Trustees met on Tuesday, Dec. 16 for its annual organiational meeting.
Newhall School Board Elects Rachelle Haddoak 2026 Board President
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department  Forensic In-Patient Step Down program’s success has led to an annual graduation that not only celebrates the participants for the progress they have made in the program but also acknowledges the department’s commitment to excellence in custody operations. 
LASD Custody Division Honors Inmates on the Path of Recovery and Success
The study of bones from the largest collection of Neandertal remains in Northern Europe has revealed evidence of selective cannibalism targeting Neandertal females and children between 41,000 and 45,000 years ago.
Research by CSUN Prof Finds Neandertal Selective Cannibalism 45,000 Years Ago
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond today announced that registration is open for the second annual School Leadership to End Hate Winter Institute, co-hosted by the California Department of Education and the California Teachers Collaborative for Holocaust and Genocide Education.
State Education Dept. to Address Rising Antisemitism, Hate
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department was awarded a $134,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety
LASD Crime Lab Awarded Grant to Bolster Testing for DUI Cases
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