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April 29: Lecture with Child Development Expert at COC
Friday, Apr 29, 2016

Parents and teachers are welcome to “The Brain: Unlocking the Key to Your Child’s Social, Behavioral and Academic Struggles” at College of the Canyons today in the Dianne G. Van Hook University Center at 7 p.m. Dr. Robert Melillo This special one-night-only lecture event will be hosted...

Advertising Agency Opens in Old Town Newhall
Wednesday, Apr 27, 2016

Logo of Gem Digital Agency Santa Clarita now has a full-service advertising agency, Gem Digital Agency, to help local and outside businesses usher in next-generation brand communication and marketing strategies. Gem Digital Agency, Santa Clarita’s first authentic top-level advertising agency opened...

COC Baseball Comes From Behind for Dramatic Walk-Off
Tuesday, Apr 12, 2016

The College of the Canyons Cougars baseball team came back to beat the Los Angeles Mission Eagles 7-6 Thursday, as the Cougars extended their winning streak. Anthony Lepre was the hero for the Cougars as he hit the game winning home run to send three runs in. Going into the bottom of the 9th the Cougars...

COC Softball Earns 2015 Scholar Team Award
Friday, Mar 11, 2016

The College of the Canyons softball team has been named the 2015 California Community College Athletic Association Scholar Team Award recipient. The Scholar Team Award is the highest academic team achievement given annually by the CCCAA. It emphasizes the academic achievement of all members of one specific...

March 5: Juice It Up to Give Back to Local Schools
Friday, Mar 4, 2016

Juice It Up will be hosting a grand opening in the Valencia Town Center this Saturday and a portion of the proceeds will go to local schools. On Saturday, March 5, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Juice It Up will serve the first 50 customers a free small smoothie or juice and all menu items will be buy one get one...

CSUN Celebrates Black History Month
Monday, Jan 25, 2016

Acclaimed actor, director and producer Robert Townsend Hon.D. ’15 will be among the featured speakers at California State University, Northridge’s Black History Month celebration this year. Townsend, who has been called one of the “godfathers of the independent film world,” will speak during...

Jan. 30: Fire Dept. to Give Away Sand Bags for El Niño

In an effort to help Santa Clarita residents prepare for the heavy El Niño rains, the Los Angeles County Fire Department will be hosting a free sand bag event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016. El Niño has been predicted to hit the region this winter and spring and residents are encouraged...

Cold Weather Expected Through Jan. 27

The County Health Officer is issuing a Cold Weather Alert due to the National Weather Service’s forecast for low temperatures. Wind chill temperatures are expected to be below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Affected areas include: Los Angeles County mountain areas  through Tuesday, Jan. 26, and the Antelope...

New Year, New Opportunities: WorkSource Training Events
Tuesday, Jan 19, 2016

Are you in between jobs? Looking to change career paths? Then College of the Canyons WorkSource Center is right for you. From CNC machinist specialized recruitment training to basic computer skills workshops, the WorkSource Center has numerous workshops and courses that are designed to give your resume...

COC Prepares for Flu Season with Flu Immunizations
Wednesday, Oct 28, 2015

In response to this years approaching flu season, the City of Santa Clarita, L.A. County Department of Public Health, American Medical Response and College of the Canyons are partnering to conduct a flu immunization point of dispensing on Friday, Oct. 30. The free walk-through flu-immunization POD will...

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The city of Santa Clarita is seeking enthusiastic individuals with a passion for swimming, exceptional customer service and community engagement to join the lifeguard team.
Santa Clarita Seeks Applicants for Summer Lifeguard Jobs
California State Parks is calling all outdoor enthusiasts to step into the new year with a breath of fresh air. On Wednesday, Jan. 1, State Parks will host its highly anticipated First Day Hikes, offering over 90 guided hikes at more than 70 of California’s most iconic and breathtaking parks.
Jan. 1: California State Parks First Day Hikes
The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a residential No Burn Day Alert on Saturday, Dec. 21, for all those living in the South Coast Air Basin, which includes the Santa Clarita Valley.
Dec. 21: Residential No Burn Day in Santa Clarita Valley
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is urging residents to avoid consuming or feeding to their pets raw milk due to the ongoing spread of H5 bird flu in dairy cows.
Public Health Warns Against Consuming Raw Milk
The Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival is hosting a call for vendors for its return April 12 and 13, 2025.
Feb. 3: Deadline for Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival Vendors Applications
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is reminding residents to remain vigilant as the holidays approach and to use the preventive tools available to protect the county’s most vulnerable populations from COVID-19.
Protect the Most Vulnerable from COVID-19 this Holiday Season
The Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley will host a free Lifeforward workshop "All About Communication" on Saturday, Jan. 18, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Valencia United Methodist Church, 25718 McBean Parkway. Valencia, CA 91355.
Jan. 18: Zonta Lifeforward Workshop ‘All About Communication’
Start the new year off with a InfluenceHER Building Transformative Mutual Mentorship meeting Tuesday, Jan. 14 at Kindred Spirits, 24510 Town Center Drive Valencia, CA 91355.
Jan. 14: InfluenceHER Building Transformative Mutual Mentorship
The Sundance Institute has unveiled the eagerly anticipated program for the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, the country’s premier stage for independent cinema.
CalArtians Among Sundance 2025 Lineup
Every year at my Foster Youth Holiday Party, it seems like the presents and kids’ smiles get bigger and bigger!
Kathryn Barger | Keeping Up With Kathryn
Annett Davis, the head coach of both the women's volleyball team and the beach volleyball team at The Masters University, has decided to step down as the head coach of the women's indoor volleyball team.
TMU Coach Davis to Focus on Beach Volleyball, Hafner Hired as Indoor Coach
The William S. Hart Union High School District has announced Naomi Kim, a senior at West Ranch High School, has earned the Congressional Award’s highest award: The Gold Medal.
West Ranch High’s Naomi Kim Earns Congressional Award Gold Medal
As families prepare to celebrate the holidays, the California Highway Patrol reminds everyone to prioritize safety on the road. To keep travelers safe throughout the busy holiday season, the CHP is initiating the first of two statewide Maximum Enforcement Periods this month to reduce traffic incidents by targeting unsafe driving behaviors and assisting motorists.
Dec. 24-25: CHP Maximum Enforcement, Home for the Holidays, Safety is Best Gift
The city of Santa Clarita has announced that renovations are coming to the Santa Clarita Public Library Valencia Branch. The Valencia Branch will be temporarily closed from Dec. 21 through Jan. 1, for a flooring renovation project.
Dec. 21-Jan. 1: Valencia Branch of Santa Clarita Public Library Closed for Renovation
Matias Castro a graduate of Golden Valley High School, three-time participant in the William S. Hart Union High School District Honor Band and current first-year student at University of Southern California, Thornton School of Music has been named a 2025 YoungArts winner with distinction in Jazz Alto Saxophone, the highest honor of the organization.
Matias Castro, Golden Valley High Grad, Named  2025 YoungArts Winner
There was no gold, frankincense or the anointing oil myrrh, but the hot sausage, pancakes and special gifts offered at the recent “Breakfast with Santa” held in Valencia were treats for dozens of children and their parents. It was a reminder of the meaning of this special holiday season.
Realtors Host Annual Holiday ‘Breakfast with Santa’ in Valencia
1892 - Benjamin Harrison establishes 555,520-acre San Gabriel Timberland Reserve (Angeles National Forest). First forest reserve in California, second in U.S. [story]
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Yes I Can Unity Through Music & Education, a nonprofit organization that provides career-skills training and employment services to adults with disabilities, presented certificates of recognition to Remo Inc. and Migrate Sound for the commitment to creating career opportunities for neurodiverse talent.
Yes I Can Honors Remo Inc., Migrate Sound
The MAIN and Outpost Media has announced the premiere of The Wolves, 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17, thru Sunday, Jan. 26, at the MAIN located at 24266 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
The MAIN, Outpost Media Presents The Wolves
The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees, which oversees College of the Canyons, swore in recently elected board members, named its new officers, received recognitions for service and set its 2025 meeting schedule at the board’s business and organizational meeting held on Wednesday, Dec. 18.
COC Board of Trustees Swears in New Members
Reflecting on this past year, there are so many things to be thankful for. Whether it is our health, happiness or the ability to live in a community as special as ours, I believe many of our residents would agree that Santa Clarita is a place where wonderful memories have been made and a unique place to call home.
Laurene Weste | What Are You Thankful For This Holiday Season?
A three day SoCal Winter Break Lacrosse Camp will be held Wednesday Jan.8 through Friday, Jan 10 at West Ranch High School.
Jan. 8-10: West Ranch SoCal Winter Break Lacrosse Camp
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