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1970 - Snow day in Santa Clarita Valley [photos]
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Wilk Honors Rancho Wellness as Small Business of the Month
Monday, May 15, 2017

Senator Scott Wilk, R-Antelope Valley, honors local small business, Rancho Wellness, as his Small Business of the Month. Each month Wilk selects a local business that offers outstanding service and has an exemplary commitment to the community. This month the honor goes to Rancho Wellness. “Congratulations...

LASD: Suspect Caught Attempting to Burglarize Off-duty Deputy’s Garage

A suspect attempted to burglarize an off-duty deputy’s Stevenson Ranch garage, in the early hours of Monday morning. Nicholas Ryan Hernandez, 19, was under the influence when he attempted to break into the home of an off-duty deputy at 5:05 a.m. — leading to an altercation, according to Los Angeles...

Old Town Newhall Farmers Market Celebrates Two Years

The two-year anniversary of the Old Town Newhall Farmers Market was celebrated last Saturday with the Sweet Preserve Contest. The 1st place winner was Kim Moreno from Chatsworth with her strawberry elderflower jam. Pictured with judges L to R: Chef Herve Guillard, COC Culinary School, Martha Aguilera,...

Lancaster JetHawks Infielder Brendan Rodgers Named Player of the Week

The California League announced Monday that Lancaster JetHawks infielder Brendan Rodgers has been named the California League Player of the Week and pitcher Jesus Tinoco has been named the California League Pitcher of the Week for the week of May 8-14. This marks the first weekly awards sweep for the...

JetHawks Win All Five Games Against Stockton Ports

Brendan Rodgers went 4-for-5 and came a double shy of the cycle, as the JetHawks won their fifth straight with an 11-4 victory over the Stockton Ports on Sunday afternoon at The Hangar. The loss was the seventh consecutive for Stockton. The JetHawks (19-18) are over the .500 mark for the first time since...

May 17: DIPG Awareness Day

Half of the States in the United States have had advocates working hard this year at getting a Declaration of some kind for DIPG Awareness Day, May 17 for 2017 in support of a DIPG Awareness Day. H.Res.69, the National DIPG Awareness Resolution introduced by Congressman Steve Knight January 30, 2017,...

June 17-24: Santa Clarita Valley YMCA Summer Camp in Big Bear

Photo courtesy of the YMCAThe Santa Clarita Valley YMCA Resident Camp program registration in Big Bear is now open. The camp is designed to provide kids with great experiences and memories that will last a lifetime. Led by trained, nurturing members of their team, campers will swim, hike, bike, laugh,...

May 15-16: LACoFD Practicing Grass Fire Drills in Castaic

Los Angeles County Fire Department firefighters are practicing grass drills in Cataic on Monday and Tuesday. “Weather conditions will allow us to proceed with our grass drills today and tomorrow. These drills are taking place just below the Castaic Dam,” according to LACoFD officials. “Please...

May 17- 20: Caltrans Road Closures for Amgen Tour of California

The California Department of Transportation will temporarily close various ramps and lanes along state routes and freeways in Los Angeles and Ventura counties for the Amgen Bicycle Tour as it moves through the following areas: · On Wednesday, May 17, beginning at 11:30 a.m., cyclists coming from SR-192...

May 24: COC Music Department to Present Spring Electronica Concert

The College of the Canyons music department will present its spring “Electronica Musique & Multi-Media” show on Wednesday, May 24 at the Black Box Theatre. The free concert will feature the innovative sounds created by 18 COC students enrolled in various music courses, such as Music 142 (Electronic...

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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
Southern California’s iconic Joshua trees are in bloom, and California State University, Northridge’s environmental biologists are asking the public’s help in figuring out why and what it means for the trees’ future.
CSUN Researchers Call for Public’s Help in Documenting Joshua Trees’ Surprise Out-of-Season Bloom
The California Department of Motor Vehicles today issued its decision in the Tesla administrative case, adopting the administrative law judge’s proposed decision
DMV Finds Tesla Violated California State Law With ‘Autopilot’ Terms
Starting January 1, 2026, Santa Clarita Transit is launching Fare Capping, meaning once riders hit the daily or weekly cap, the rest of their local rides are free.
Santa Clarita Transit Launches Fare Capping Beginning January 2026
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